• Ski touring in the Val Maira in Italy
  • Ski touring in the Val Maira in Italy
  • Ski touring in the Val Maira in Italy
  • Ski touring in the Val Maira in Italy
  • Ski touring in the Val Maira in Italy
  • Ski touring in the Val Maira in Italy
  • Ski touring in the Val Maira in Italy
  • Ski touring in the Val Maira in Italy
Piedmont / French Alps

Ski touring in the Val Maira in Italy

Réf : SZSCOQ

In summary

  • Sports
    Ski touring
  • Duration
    4 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Ski touring
    Beginner
    For those who have never done ski touring or off-piste skiing but are comfortable skiing down red or black runs. You will ski for 3 to 4 hours a day. You must be capable of skinning uphill for a minimum of 2 to 3 hours, covering an elevation gain and loss of between 300m and 600m per day.
    Intermediate
    For those who have already skied off-piste using ski lifts. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day. Vertical gain can reach 800 m per day.
    Confirmed
    For those who occasionally go ski touring and off-piste skiing. You are capable of skiing down almost any terrain and ski for several consecutive days. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day, with vertical gains of up to 1,000 m per day.
    Advanced
    For regular ski tourers. You are capable of skiing down any type of snow on slopes of up to 40°. You frequently ski in powder. You have perfect control over your speed, sideslipping, and both uphill and downhill kick turns. You have prior experience with ski touring or with vertical gains exceeding 1,200m. You are capable of maintaining this level of activity over several consecutive days.
    Expert
    For regular ski tourers: You are capable of skiing down all types of snow on slopes exceeding 40°. You frequently ski in powder and have perfect control over your speed and sideslipping. You have experience with ski touring involving vertical gains of over 1,400m and have previously completed several consecutive days under these conditions.
  • Destination
    Piedmont / French Alps
  • Age
    From 15 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    87.77 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    English
    French

In a few words

Explore the Val Maira , a secret valley in Piedmont, Italy , nestled on the border of the French Ubaye Valley. Preserved from mass tourism, this region has retained its complete authenticity , home to isolated hamlets that seem suspended in time.

It's a true paradise for ski touring . Here, freedom reigns supreme: carve your own path wherever your gaze leads you. The terrain is exceptional, with its wide, welcoming valleys , sparse larch forests, and varied landscapes, alternating between gentle slopes and steeper, more technical sections for thrill-seekers.

Each evening offers a complete immersion in the local way of life thanks to typical Italian accommodation , renowned for its conviviality and generous cuisine. A unique winter adventure, combining vast wilderness areas and the warmth of Piedmontese hospitality.

The highlights

  • Supervision and accompaniment by a high mountain guide
  • Typical Italian-style accommodation
  • The beauty of an authentic and peaceful region
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Sport

Level

Ski touring

Confirmed

Levels

Ski touring
Beginner
For those who have never done ski touring or off-piste skiing but are comfortable skiing down red or black runs. You will ski for 3 to 4 hours a day. You must be capable of skinning uphill for a minimum of 2 to 3 hours, covering an elevation gain and loss of between 300m and 600m per day.
Intermediate
For those who have already skied off-piste using ski lifts. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day. Vertical gain can reach 800 m per day.
Confirmed
For those who occasionally go ski touring and off-piste skiing. You are capable of skiing down almost any terrain and ski for several consecutive days. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day, with vertical gains of up to 1,000 m per day.
Advanced
For regular ski tourers. You are capable of skiing down any type of snow on slopes of up to 40°. You frequently ski in powder. You have perfect control over your speed, sideslipping, and both uphill and downhill kick turns. You have prior experience with ski touring or with vertical gains exceeding 1,200m. You are capable of maintaining this level of activity over several consecutive days.
Expert
For regular ski tourers: You are capable of skiing down all types of snow on slopes exceeding 40°. You frequently ski in powder and have perfect control over your speed and sideslipping. You have experience with ski touring involving vertical gains of over 1,400m and have previously completed several consecutive days under these conditions.
For those who occasionally go ski touring and off-piste skiing. You are capable of skiing down almost any terrain and ski for several consecutive days. You will ski for 4 to 6 hours a day, with vertical gains of up to 1,000 m per day.

In figures

Ski touring

  • Average daily elevation gain: 1003 m
  • Average daily descent: 1003 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 6 people
Languages ​​spoken:
English
French
Supervisor

Supervision by a high mountain guide.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
  • map

    First peak above Tolosano - 2288m

    • Transportation Minibus - 04h15 - 310km
    • Activity Ski touring
    • Positive elevation gain 800 m
    • Negative elevation 800 m
    • Accommodation Hostel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Transfer from Chamonix to Marmora.

    An easy appetizer just after Marmora. Several options with around 800m of elevation gain, facing west, will allow us to stretch our legs after the journey!


    Day 1

Note

The objective, route, distances, and altitudes may vary slightly for many reasons beyond our control, including snow, weather, and terrain conditions, as well as the participants' skill level. Each evening, you and your guide will decide on the best outing for the following day.

Accommodation

🏠 Inn - Days 1 to 3
  • 🏠 Inn - Days 1 to 3
🏠 Inn - Days 1 to 3

Access

Departure
Chamonix, France
Day 1 : 08h00
End of stay
Chamonix, France
Day 4 - 18h00

Meet in Chamonix for a minibus transfer to Marmora.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toChamonix-Mont-Blanc
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The stay will be supervised by a high mountain guide.
  2. 3 nights in dormitories in an Italian hostel
  3. 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners
  4. Transfers to and from Chamonix to Marmora
  5. Local transfers by minibus

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point
  2. Lunches, snacks, drinks and personal expenses
  3. Ski touring equipment and gear
  4. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

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