8-Day Aosta Valley Winter Adventure
Tour Highlights
- Experience a snow-covered Alpine escape, combining adventure, culture, and cozy mountain charm.
- Ski or snowboard beneath the Matterhorn, exploring runs that cross into Switzerland.
- Learn the art of ice climbing on Cogne’s frozen waterfalls with expert guides.
- Take in panoramic helicopter and cable car views over Mont Blanc and the Alps.
- Feel the rush of dog sledding and snowmobiling through pristine winter wilderness.
- Enjoy off-piste skiing and freeride adventures in the Monterosa Ski region.
- Walk through ancient Alpine villages, meeting artisans and tasting local specialties.
- Savor gourmet mountain cuisine—from fontina fondue to wild game dinners paired with valley wines.
- Relax in thermal spas and cozy lodges, with fireplaces, mulled wine, and mountain serenity.
Tour Highlights
What’s included
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Private airport transfers on arrival and departure
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7 nights’ accommodation in boutique chalets or mountain lodges
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Daily breakfast and dinners featuring regional cuisine
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Lunches or picnics as specified in the itinerary
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Professional guides for skiing, ice climbing, glacier trekking, and snowshoeing
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Lift passes for included ski days (Cervinia/Valtournenche)
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Dog sledding and snowmobile experiences
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Entry tickets to the Skyway Monte Bianco cable car
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Use of snow and safety equipment (crampons, harnesses, helmets, etc.) during guided activities
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Access to spa and thermal facilities as per itinerary
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Farewell gift of local chocolate or mountain honey
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All ground transportation for scheduled excursions
What’s Not included
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International and domestic flights
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Travel insurance (mandatory)
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Visa fees, if required
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Optional heli-skiing and other add-on experiences not listed as included
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Lunches and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
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Personal expenses, including shopping, minibar, or extra spa treatments
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Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
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Equipment rental for personal ski or snowboard gear (if not included)
Day 1: Arrival in a Snowy Alpine World
- Private transfer from the airport to your cozy mountain lodge or boutique chalet
- Welcome aperitivo with mulled wine and local cured meats
- Evening orientation with your guide about the week’s snow activities and safety briefing
- Dinner by a roaring fire with traditional mountain recipes (polenta, carbonada, fontina fondue)
Day 2: Skiing the Matterhorn Slopes
- Full-day skiing or snowboarding in Cervinia/Valtournenche, with runs that connect into Zermatt, Switzerland
- Lunch at a panoramic rifugio with breathtaking views of the Matterhorn
- Optional après-ski experience with live Alpine music
- Evening free for exploring the town
Day 3: Ice Climbing & Frozen Waterfalls
- Morning lesson in ice climbing with professional guides, scaling frozen waterfalls in the Cogne Valley (Italy’s ice climbing capital)
- Afternoon snowshoe walk through quiet forests to hidden shrines and frozen streams
- Dinner in Cogne village, known for its warm, family-run restaurants
Day 4: Off-Piste Adventure & Helicopter Views
- Guided off-piste skiing or freeride adventure in Monterosa Ski (Alagna/Gressoney), one of Europe’s top freeride destinations
- Optional heli-skiing experience for those wanting untouched powder slopes
- Evening visit to a local spa with thermal pools, perfect for tired muscles
Day 5: Dog Sledding & Winter Wilderness
- Experience the thrill of dog sledding in the snowy valleys near Courmayeur, guided by professional mushers
- Afternoon snowmobile adventure through forested mountain trails
- Dinner in a rustic chalet with candlelight and mountain wines
Day 6: Skyway Monte Bianco & Glacier Trek
- Ride the Skyway Monte Bianco, a rotating cable car that takes you to Punta Helbronner (3,466m) with sweeping views of Mont Blanc
- Guided mini glacier trek across the snowfields with crampons and ropes
- Lunch at Europe’s highest bistro with glass walls overlooking the Alps
- Evening leisure in Courmayeur village, strolling its stylish boutiques and cafés
Day 7: Snowshoeing & Alpine Village Life
- Gentle snowshoe hike through remote Alpine hamlets where time seems to have stopped
- Visit an artisan workshop (wood carving, cheese making, or weaving) to connect with traditional mountain life
- Farewell dinner featuring wild game, mountain herbs, and the valley’s signature liqueur, génépy
- Evening folklore storytelling by a local guide around a fire
Day 8: Departure
- Morning stroll through the snowy streets of Aosta for last-minute artisan shopping
- Private transfer to the airport with a farewell gift of handmade Alpine chocolate or mountain honey
