6 days from 1095 € per participant
Guaranteed departure from 5 people
- Easy and practical TGV access to Modane & minibus transfer
- Great variety of off-piste off the beaten track itineraries
- Haute Maurienne is a beautiful valley with picturesque and charming villages
- No worries: we use our minibus to get around and about; your rental gear will be waiting for you upon arrival
- No booking fees
Silence please, we're tracing ! You love freeride skiing ? (stupid question right...). If that’s the case, then we’ve concocted something rather special for you. A trip in the heart of the Haute Maurienne that covers all of the places that we love, easily accessible. The definite programme will depend on the conditions, but one thing’s for sure: we’ve picked out a comfortable and cosy hotel, located in a lovely and lively village. You’ll be happy to get back there after a hard day’s skiing. This is an awesome off piste trip with an atmosphere that we worship: you have no excuse not to come, we’ll be waiting for you at the train station !
Get together at Briancon or Modane train station. After a short briefing with our mountain guide, gear check we set off for Aussois, a small ski resort where we freeride (off-piste) beautiful itineraries accessible from the ski lifts. No stress, today we just get to know each other and warm up. At the end of the afternoon, transfer to our basecamp for the week.
Meal included: dinner
Accommodation included: hotel
Short skinning section to the Sollières mountain pass where a variety of itineraries awaits us.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Accommodation included: hotel
Short uphill skinning section. Freeride itineraries with stunning views over the Mont-Cenis lake await us here.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Accommodation included: hotel
We discover the numerous itineraries on site and charming villages.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Accommodation included: hotel
Short uphill skinning section with a stunning view over the Albaron glacier.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Accommodation included: hotel
Last and not least on this freeride skiing trip...if you feel like you are able to climb up higher using your skins, then this is definitely one good option. At the end of the afternoon we head back to Modane and Briançon train stations.
Meal included: breakfast
Please note this programme is an example of a freeride skiing trip in the Maurienne valley. The guide may adjust certain itineraries and ski areas according to weather and snow conditions as well as participants' abilities. We kindly ask you to respect such decision. We may also change accommodation, maintaining identical standards, according to logistics and availabilities.
Please be wearing your ski outfit upon arrival.
Getting there
Train& TGV access: www.voyages-sncf.com
Car access: www.mappy.fr
Car sharing: www.blablacar.fr
Parking
Free public parking can be found in Briançon and Oulx (both unattended) or in front of our accomodation.
5 to 8 participants
Skiers only. Sorry, no splitboards accepted.
Azimut qualified mountain guide.
All our mountain guides are certified. We choose them for their sympathy, their teaching and organisational skills. We stay tuned in, work hands in hands, and make sure their working conditions are the best.
You should be at ease with skiing on all types of snow. We ski at a good pace all day long. Beware slopes may include short steep sections. Skinning involved will be no more than 45 min to 1 hr per day. We do not expect you to master ski touring techniques.
Good physical condition is required, skinning or short ascents on foot will not exceed 45 min/day. You should be prepared to ski all day long at a good pace.
Good to know: if you don't have the level required, the guide may ask you to leave for the well-being of the rest of the group if necessary. If any doubt, please do not hesitate to ask us !
Bring a small day pack large enough to carry your personal belongings for the day such as extra layers, goggles, your picnic, a few snacks and security equipment.
Considering the itinerary maybe modified due to mountain and snow conditions, ski lift fares are not included in the price. They are at your own expense and are to be purchased on site in order to allow for flexibility. Hence in case of bad weather or snow conditions, we can easilier transfer to another spot and do our utmost to find the best conditions. Your guide will advise you on the type of ski lift pass to purchase (6 days of less).
You should budget approx € 200 for a 6 day ski lift pass.
The price includes
The price does not include
A 30% deposit, as well as the insurance cost if you choose to subscribe the latter, is required to secure your booking. You will receive a reminder email 35 days prior to departure for the outstanding balance due latest 30 days prior to departure.
We strongly recommend you to be properly insured for the chosen activity. You should be covered for medical expenses, personal accident & liabilité, third party risks and rescue (helicopter), as well as trip cancellation or curtailment.
Repatriation and research insurance are mandatory when booking a trip with Azimut. We have a full range of insurances on offer to suit the trip you select and the risks that it may incur.
Tipping is no obligation. However participants often hand round an envelope for those who wish to tip the guide.
Azimut's minibus is used throughout the whole trip. Not only does this make the trip easier, but it also makes it more pleasant and open: we can chat, sleep and listen to our own music !
During the trip
Depending on the size of group, you may share a room with someone of the opposite sex.
Before & after ski touring trips
Once we've received your booking, we'll provide you with a list of accommodation in case you need to book a night before or after the trip. All accommodation listed is close to the meeting points. You may often benefit from preferential rates.
In case of emergency or delay, you can either contact your guide (his phone number will be provided before departure) or contact Azimut on: (+ 33) 04 92 23 07 24.
Please inform your friends and family with these details before departure.
Wifi is available at the hotel.
Good mobile & 4G coverage.
Make sure you wear bright colours, it's good for the soul and gives photos a funky edge !
Technical equipment (all in excellent condition)
Security advice: avalanche airbag backpacks are strongly recommended for you safety and security.
They help to stay on the surface in case of avalanche and minimize the risk of burial. Our guides use airbags. We highly recommend you to opt for high quality and reliable gear. If you don't have an avalanche airbag we rent them out at a very competitive price.
If you don't have the adequate equipment for the trip, don’t worry and travel light: we rent out the required gear and hand it over at the start of the trip ! Our gear is relatively new, if not new, of good quality and adapted to your choice of activity.
Prices of rental equipment during the entire trip (these competitive prices only take into account the number of days of the trip):
Full Pack (ski, boots, skins, ski-crampons, poles) |
215 € |
Skis (skis, skins, poles, ski-crampons) |
175 € |
Airbag Backpack |
120 € |
Helmet |
30 € |
You can choose to rent equipment when booking your trip, or lateron by clicking on “my account”. If any of the equipment you’ve chosen is out of stock you’ll be notified and reimbursed.
Clothes
This list of clothes is designed to give you an idea of clothes it may be a good to have with you. By no means do you need to have the latest brands or the latest gear, but if you need to renew your wardrobe, this guide would be a good start.
Headwear
Bodywear
Footwear
Odds & ends
Toiletries and first aid kit
- Personal toilet bag
- To make up a first aid kit, please find all relevant information on the Ifremmont website.
If you book a trip with Azimut, you'll get a 15% discount code on your confirmation page that you can use at our friends Glisshop.
Just go straight to glisshop.com ! Established in 1996, our partner stands as a leader for online winter sports equipment. Based in the centre of the volcanoes of Auvergne (France), they help every passionate skier and powder addict to find the gear they need by offering a huge and unique choice of clothing and gear available throughout Europe.
With close to 250 brands and 10 000 items for sale, Glisshop simply is the ideal partner to equip you from head to toe whathever activity may be your preference.
Our guides use the following brands for their gear and you'll have the opportunity to test them during the trip:
Official partner and service provider for Terres d'Aventure
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Have great runs with AZIMUT !