Freeride Ski Course, Portes Du Soleil

Skiing freedom, untracked fresh powder in safety

Morzine, a pretty mountain village and ski resort at the heart of Les Portes du Soleil ski area. We know all its secret spots ... Get your skis on... we will take you to the powder in off-piste valleys in France and Switzerland. With something for everyone and for all weather conditions. Large open slopes, couloirs and forests... we can always find a wild spot to make fresh tracks in complete safety of course. To find more untracked snow... we finish the week with one or two easy ski tours, for fun and the pleasure of earning every turn!

6 days Guided / with a guide With baggage transport

Accommodation : Comfortable Lodge Level : ** From : 1100€

You will like

● ● An inexhaustible off-piste playground at the heart of Les Portes du Soleil ● Lots of treeline skiing for snowy days ● A large choice of ski tours to suit all abilities ● A cosy and private gite at the heart of the valley ;

Altitude Montblanc - 62 Passage du Nant Devant - 74110 Montriond - +33(0)4 50 79 09 16 - [email protected] Capital 6000€ - IM 074100150 - APE 7912Z SIRET: 48156356700025 - TVA : FR67481563567 Assurance RC MMA SARL SAGA – Caution Groupama 200 000€ The route

Day 1

Meet Sunday at 5:30pm at the chalet for a presentation and safety briefing with your mountain guide or skiing instructor.

Off-pist skiing in the Alps depends a lot on the weather and the snow conditions, especially considering the avalanche risk. This program can be changed during the week if the conditions demand it, for a matter of safety. The mountain guide or skiing instructor makes the final decision about every hike and gives a briefing with the group every evening to present the next day's program.

Walking times and elevations given here are approximate, the guide will adjust the pace and the length of the hikes depending on the group.

Day 2

SKI DE RANDONNÉE AU PIED DES TERRES MAUDITES Depuis la vallée de la Manche, une première journée en ski de randonnée jusqu'à la frontière franco-suisse. Le parcours est facile, à la montée comme à la descente, dans un environnement sauvage à deux pas de Morzine et des pistes de ski. Forêts, larges alpages, chalets...et chamois et bouquetins qui nous observent depuis les hauteurs du Vannet. 4h à 6h00 de randonnée / Dénivelé : +/- 400m +/- 750m de dénivelé pour le col de Coux

Day 3

GRAND PARADIS ET DENTS DU MIDI Après un démarrage sur les pistes très fréquentées d'Avoriaz, le circuit passe la frontière et bascule dans un autre univers. Changement d'ambiance radicale, les pistes donnent l'impression d'être privatisées pour votre groupe, peu de remontées mécaniques sur les larges versants ouverts sur la vallée du Rhône et les Dents du Midi. Du ski de piste qui laisse le temps de s'imprégner de la glisse dans un espace grandiose !

Day 4

LE COL RATI Départ du col de l’Encrenaz dans le massif protégé du Roc d’Enfer pour une montée tranquille au col de La Basse puis au col Rati (1923 m) avec une large vue sur l’ensemble du massif du Mont-Blanc. Et probablement des chamois au rendez-vous…Retour au chalet en début d'après-midi pour profiter d'une balade en station, Morzine et son ambiance de village traditionnel ou bien Avoriaz, station intégrée, labellisée "Grande réalisation du 20ème siècle". Les fauteuils confortables au coin de la cheminée peuvent offrir une autre alternative pour un après-midi cocooning et lecture ! 4h00 / Dénivelé : +/- 490 m

Day 5

SKI ENTRE LÉMAN ET MONT-BLANC Retour sur les pistes pour cette journée. L'itinéraire se faufile dans les combes de Châtel afin de rejoindre le secteur le plus au nord du domaine des Portes du Soleil. À cheval sur la frontière, entre La Chapelle d'Abondance, Torgon et Super Châtel, les spatules viennent dominer le Lac Léman alors que la vue porte du massif du Mont Blanc jusqu'aux Grands Combins. Un autre itinéraire pour découvrir la face secrète du grand ski des Portes du Soleil !

Day 6 TETE DE BOSTAN ou POINTE DE CHALUNE Départ pour la randonnée choisie selon le niveau du groupe et les conditions du moment. Le Chablais offre de nombreux sommets sauvages, avec un vaste choix de pentes à skier en toute liberté. Là encore, l'expérience du guide et sa connaissance du massif sont le gage d'un choix optimum. 5h / Dénivelé : +/- 1000m à +/-1300m

End point Friday around 4:00pm.

(by prior booking transfer possible to the bus station in Morzine). The trip

LEVEL

A certain level of skiing is required: You need to be confident and in complete control of speed and turns on a black piste. No off-piste ski or ski touring experience required. Ski tours with an elevation of +/- 500-900m approximately per day depending on the snow and weather conditions and the level of the group.

OBJECTIVE OF THE COURSE

The safety of a skier in the mountains. For beginners or to perfect ski techniques in all snow conditions. Safety equipment training (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, airbag, etc.). Learning about and how to assess for avalanche risks. But also to have fun... in beautiful snowy off-piste backcountry conditions!

ACCOMMODATION

In a comfortable gîte: 6 nights in rooms for 2 people (or possibly 3 people for individuals).

Our cottage is an old restored farmhouse. Nathalie, our host, gives us the best welcome and the gourmet pleasures of a tasty table, with varied menus and the essential Savoyard specialties ... The cottage has 6 bedrooms for 2 and 3 people, with 3 bathrooms and 3 separate toilets to share. The kitchen is open to a main living room with a fireplace area and a small bar. Two other small lounges are available upstairs.

The lodging is located in the village of Prodains, at the end of the Ardoisières valley, 5 minutes from Avoriaz by cable car and 10 minutes by bus from Morzine (every 15 minutes and free).

In Morzine and Avoriaz you can find all the shops of a nice village resort, as well as traditional and cultural activities: retrospective of skiing and torchlight descent, visit to the slate quarries, the fruit farm where tomme, reblochon and abundance, indoor swimming pool and Olympic ice rink. Not to mention the nightlife: wine bars, pubs ...

MEALS

Breakfast and dinner are provided at the gite. Picnics are included, comprising a warm hearty soup and a variety of local products.

MAPS

IGN Top 25 - 3528 ET Morzine and 3530 ET Samoëns Practical information

ACCESS TO DEPARTURE POINT

Meet Sunday at 5:30pm at the gite La Jolie Bergère at the Prodains. Reception at the gîte from 3.30 p.m.

BY TRAIN

Inbound: depart Gare de Lyon (Paris) at 9:11am arrive in Thonon at 1:33pm. Then bus, depart Thonon at 1:40pm, arrive in Morzine at 2:25pm.

Night train: depart Gare de Lyon (Paris) at 11:12pm arrive in Cluses at 08:20am. Then bus to Cluses at 8:40am, arrive in Morzine at 9:30 (or Cluses 12:40pm > Morzine 1:30pm).

10 min. walk left (or free bus) to get to the hotel.

Return: depart Morzine by bus at 4:25pm arrive in Cluses at 5:15pm. Depart Cluses at 5:22pm arrive Gare de Lyon (Paris) at 11:00pm.

Times given are indicative and should be verified at a train station or at www.oui.sncf/

BY BUS VIA THONON OR CLUSES sat-leman.com/ligne-91-thonon-morzine sat-annemasse.com/ligne-91-cluses-morzine-avoriaz

BY CAR Take the A40 motorway to Cluses, then direction Morzine/Avoriaz (les Portes du Soleil), follow Taninges, Les Gets to arrive in Morzine.

CAR-SHARING Get in touch with people to share a lift! Here are some website recommendations: www.blablacar.fr www.covoiturage-libre.fr www.laroueverte.com www.roulezmalin.com

End point Friday around 4:00pm at the hotel.

ACCOMMODATION BEFORE AND AFTER

Additional night before or after the stay (based on a double room): B&B: 50 to 65 euros per person Half board: 70 to 85 euros per person

Morzine Tourist Office: +33 (0)4 50 74 72 72 www.morzine-avoriaz.com

If you are late please contact the agency as soon as possible on: +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16 or +33 (0)6 42 49 76 07 Dates & prices

Single room supplement : 170€.

Overnight possible: B&B : 50 to 65 euros per person Half-board: 70 to 85 euros per person

Please contact us for more information...

From 16/01/22 to 21/01/22 Open departure 1100 € From 23/01/22 to 28/01/22 Open departure 1100 € From 30/01/22 to 04/02/22 Open departure 1160 € From 06/02/22 to 11/02/22 Open departure 1245 € From 13/02/22 to 18/02/22 Open departure 1245 € From 20/02/22 to 25/02/22 Open departure 1245 € From 27/02/22 to 04/03/22 Open departure 1245 € From 06/03/22 to 11/03/22 Open departure 1160 € From 13/03/22 to 18/03/22 Open departure 1160 € From 20/03/22 to 25/03/22 Open departure 1100 € From 27/03/22 to 01/04/22 Open departure 1100 €

THE PRICE

The price includes:

● Organisation and booking fees; ● Guiding by a qualified and insured mountain leader; ● All meals including picnic lunch and simple snacks during the day; ● Hotel accommodation, access to the spa, swimming pool and sports facilities at the hotel; ● Snowshoes, poles and avalanche equipment; ● Daily transport to the departure point; ● Taxes.

The price does not include:

● Cancellation Insurance (4,2% of the tour price); ● Personal expenses (drinks, etc...); ● Touristic visits; ● Your return journey from home to the point of departure/end point; ● Airport taxes; ● Other exclusions clearly described within the corresponding technical sheet.

The price is all inclusive from departure to end point. Equipment and baggage

EQUIPMENT LIST

Avalanche safety equipment including (transceiver, shovel and probe) is provided. However, if you have your own and would like to use them you are free to do so.

Clothing

● Waterproof ski or ski touring trousers ● Wind stopper or Goretex jacket ● Breathable or merino wool t-shirts ● Breathable or merino wool leggings ● Fleece or jumper ● Insulating down jacket ● 2 pairs of ski gloves and a warm hat ● Walking socks (1 pair per day) ● Sturdy waterproof walking boots

Other Equipment

● Ski touring boots, touring skis with touring bindings, skins, poles and ski crampons (equipment can be rented in Morzine) ● Rucksack minimum 35 litre capacity ● Sunglasses and ski mask ● Sun cream ● Water bottle or Camelback (1.5 litre minimum) ● Knife, fork and spoon ● Plastic lunch box/plate for your picnic lunches ● Plastic cup for coffee ● Small First Aid kit (antihistamine, ibuprofen, Compeed type blister pads...) ● Survival blanket ● Identity card or passport

BACKPACK

Bring a comfortable backpack of 35 to 40 litres for your avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, shovel and probe), personal belongings for the day (warm clothes, water, plate and cutlery for your picnic, sunscreen and your identity papers) and please keep a little room to carry a picnic and snacks. Details

HOW TO REGISTER

- By internet: http://www.altitude-montblanc.com

- By telephone: +33 (0)4 50 79 09 16

- By post: Please provide your details

● Surname, First Name, Date of birth ● Address ● Email ● Telephone ● Mobile

If you wish to register by post, please complete the form below and return it to:

Altitude Mont-Blanc 180, route du lac 74110 MONTRIOND FRANCE

Please specify whether you wish to take out an optional cancellation insurance (4.2% of the tour price).

On receipt of your registration we will email an invoice (per couple) with a request for a deposit of 30% in association with your account details at Altitude Mont-Blanc ('My Account'). Payment can be made by credit card, bank transfer or by cheque. On receipt of your deposit you will receive a registration confirmation. The balance must be paid one month before departure without a reminder from us. For self-guided tours, we will then send your tour pack (includes maps, descriptive book etc.)

Our terms and conditions of sale can be found on our website.

Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Registration by mail form

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