Italy & Switzerland Ski Package

Cervinia
10 – 17 December 2011

The resort town of Cervinia lies amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Aosta Valley and at 6, 765 feet, is one of the highest resorts in the Italian Alps. The resort is dominated by the mighty Matterhorn and surrounded by some of Europe’s grandest peaks. No matter where you are in Cervinia, the Matterhorn (or Il Cervino) provides a spectacular backdrop. The centre of Cervinia is closed to coaches and access to central hotels on arrival and departure day is on foot, in some cases carrying luggage.

The combination of plentiful sunshine, together with excellent snow conditions and a truly incredible range of slopes, served by an extensive network of lifts, has created a mountain paradise for skiers. Add to this, some great après ski and a lively international atmosphere, not to mention the chance to ski Valtournenche and across the Swiss border into Zermatt, and it’s no wonder that Cervinia has become one of Italy’s top ski centres.The skiing in Cervinia is enjoyable and forgiving, a haven for the cruising intermediate. It also has the best snowfall in Italy, anointing the glacier with over 1,000 centimeters/394 inches of fresh powder. The resort is linked by lift to Valtournenche and Zermatt, which have more for the expert—and there is summer skiing, with a board park on the glacier.

Package Cost: R11 990.00 per person sharing

Cost Includes:

A Welcome dinner
A hearty breakfast daily
7 Nights Accommodation at a 3 star Central B&B Hotel in a standard room with private facilities
Airport return shuttle transfers ex Milan Malpensa airport
Après ski arrangements such as local pubbing and clubbing
Black bagging – a moonlight descent into the village to be remembered
Local bedding & tourist taxes
Resort representative service offering an optional entertainment programme which can be purchased in the resort
Resort representative service offering assistance with ski equipment & ski pass collection as well as optional excursions to places like Aosta, Lake Como, Castle Tours, Milan &Torino
Ski equipment hire – Skis boots and poles (standard equipment) OR snowboard (supplement 40 Euros)
Ski excursions to Zermatt and Valtournenche (weather permitting). Some ski experience needed.
Ski-doo ride to Mountain Hut Dinner (cost of meal not included)
A free ski lesson at The Ski School of South Africa in Midrand
A further discount on any other lessons booked. Learn to ski before you go !
Discount on ski clothing purchase or hire at The Ski School of South Africa
Pre-departure advice booklet
Resort advice booklet
Travel & Medical Insurance