MONT BLANC WINTER ACTIVITY WEEK

8 days from GBP1,169 to GBP1,229 including flights
Tripcode: CEB

Countries Visited: France, Italy

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Our Clients’ Reviews

Average Review Rating: from 13 reviews.

Kate Antrobus

MONT BLANC WINTER ACTIVITY WEEK

Written January 2012
Fantastic trip, I want to go again!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Learning the art of cross country skiing, then relaxing in the hot tub and eating Elaine's fantastic homemade cake.
What did you think of your group leader?
Oliver was an excellent teacher and leader. I had never been skiing before, but was able to learn quickly and really enjoyed it. The trip had an excellent variety of activities and Oliver had excellent local knowledge so the trip ran smoothly everyday.
Louise Woodward

MONT BLANC WINTER ACTIVITY WEEK

Written February 2011
This is a fantastic holiday for meeting new people, trying new things and experiencing the beautiful Alps. The skiing, snowshoeing and other activities provide a good day's workout but also allow plenty of time for relaxation and appreciating the stunning surroundings. It's a real spirit-uplifter.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I was a bit apprehensive about the dog sledding. When we arrived, the huskies were excitedly howling and the slope looked steep. 'Phillipe' commented on the icy conditions and said that the men should drive the sleds first as the dogs would be too much for the ladies! When my turn came to drive the sled I was convinced that I would come flying off but managed to stay on and enjoy the exhilarating ride.
What did you think of your group leader?
Oliver and Elaine are superb hosts. Oliver had us all cross country skiing after half a day's practice, and most people had never tried it before. We even mastered both classic and skate methods. Oliver has a knack for making people feel good about themselves so that you're not self conscious or worrying about your technique, you're only focusing on moving freely and enjoying it. And when we came back from a hard day's activity Nog (the cat) was waiting to greet us, there was a huge cake in the upstairs sitting room and, to follow, a delicious three course dinner cooked by Elaine.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
I would not recommend eating large amounts before you go on this holiday as you will find that you can't resist the afternoon cake, even if you try very hard...
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Get in quick and book this holiday! Hopefully Elaine and Oliver will continue to run this holiday for a very long time but in case they don't I would book it now. No matter what age you are, you will enjoy many laughs, the best dinners you've had for a long time and lots of encouragement with your skiing. And having sampled the atmosphere of the nearby celebrity bar at the Granges D'en Haut, I can honestly say that the hospitality at Chalet Savoy is far superior.
Mavis Williams

MONT BLANC WINTER ACTIVITY WEEK

Written February 2011
A very enjoyable active winter holiday. The range of activities was excellent and our hosts Elaine and Oliver could not do enough to ensure we all had a great time. Would recommend.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I particularly loved the cross country skiing and snow shoe walking as the scenery is very inspiring. We were lucky in that we had clear blue skies and sunshine. The views were majestic. Relaxing in the hot tub in the evening with views over the mountains was also a highlight and will be remembered fondly now I am home in the greyness of britain.
What did you think of your group leader?
Oliver ran all the activities and was excellent. He is very experienced and got us all skiing very quickly even though some of us were absolute beginners. Elaine ran the chalet and her cooking is legendary - a particular highlight is the fantastic cakes.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take layers as the weather these days is unpredictable. For us it was very cold in the morning and hot in the afternoon, so it is important to take layers. Do not forget sunglasses or sunscreen
Is there anything else you would like to add?
A very enjoyable holiday. Lots of fun, good food, excellent activities and great people. What more could you ask for.
ROSEMARY LEIPER

MONT BLANC WINTER ACTIVITY WEEK

Written February 2011
A trip that suppased my expectations. Lots of different activities and challenges, snow, good company, great accomadation and location and wonderful hosts in Elaine and Oliver who made you feel relaxed and totally at home at Chalet Savoy.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Everything was super. Probably the snow shoeing and XC skiing for me but everything was good. Skating on what seemed to be our own private ice rink, being pulled along at 100mph by the huskies sledging, being slobered over by the St Bernards and well the views of the alps must be a highlight as well especially of Mont Blanc..... The food and the homemade cakes waiting everyday for us on getting home after a day of activity, the hot tub to relax in and look at the mountains with a glass of wine, the snow itself, our hosts and accomadation..............I could go on so many.
What did you think of your group leader?
Oliver was brillant. Full of local knowledge about different places we visited and an exellent teacher with lots of advice when trying the new activities. Was able to pitch it at all levels from beginners to those who had done some of the things before and very patient with us all. A true master at organising us all and the jokes...they have to be heard!!!!
Elaine's cakes and cooking is a legend and having cake withdrawl symptoms already!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
hard one - running gear good as need layers. Can get quite hot after 10 minutes or so of snow shoeing or XC skiing and have to peel off. Need a "buff" and a hat and gloves with a second pair underneath so again can strip off. If I was going again would take a small thermos flask for coffee on the mountain and my croc slippers! On reflection I probably took too much. No fancy evening clothes needed at all which was great!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I recommend this to anyone wanting a taste of winter sport activities. Just enough of everything. I came on my own leaving my husband and son at home and had a ball - great group and for a "one off" winter holiday was just what I wanted. On day off a few did downhill skiing and had a great time and I did more XC and some went to a spa so something for everyone. Oliver helped us all sort this out. Holiday may seem expensive on the surface but really good value for money and spent hardly anything else......just brilliant and want to go back!
Eleanor Richards

MONT BLANC WINTER ACTIVITY WEEK

Written February 2011
This was an excellent introduction to a winter sports holiday. We had a super group and Oliver was an excellent leader / instructor. It was great to have someone else do all the organisation (ski passes, tunnel passes) and know where to go depending on the current weather conditions.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The cafe / chalet overlooking the Mont Blanc mountain range where the snow mobile dropped us off on the Friday of our trip was wonderful, not to mention to vin chaud and the nibbles.
What did you think of your group leader?
Oliver was helpful and calm and very knowledgable about the Alps and all aspects of skiing, walking and climbing. He introduced us to lots of winter sports and in the evening we got to sample his favourite film "The Mountain" with Spencer Tracy so we could pick up on his references during the week
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Make sure that you have a lightweight rucksack and a lightweight water bottle for the week.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Great trip, fabulous scenery and a real break from work and the day to day grind !
Natalie Smith

MONT BLANC WINTER ACTIVITY WEEK

Written March 2009
A fantastic holiday; stunning scenery and a lovely location. Oliver and Elaine, the "cake extraordinaire", at the Chalet Savoy, made everyone feel welcome. Be prepared for food, fresh air and plenty of exercise!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Learning how to cross-country ski (classic).
The trip through the woods on the snowmobile with the view of Mont Blanc and the snow-covered chalet, where our mulled wine awaited, was splendid!
What did you think of your group leader?
Our group leader, Oliver Ensor, is - well - a bit of a legend really. He has patience and humour and boundless energy. Must be the mountain air and Elaine's cakes. We thought aching muscles would cause us to groan but Oliver's corny jokes just hedged them!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
I'd never been on a winter holiday before. Hadn't done any kind of skiing or winter activities. This was a great entree and having learned how to x-country ski (and fall over) I'd definitely like to do more of this. This trip is an informal week, great fun, plenty of variety ... and did I mention Elaine's cakes?
I wouldn't take what I fondly call "padded pants" again as I got quite hot (we had stonkin' weather) when cross country skiing. I did wear a pair of waterproof walking trousers over some thermal long-johns (dead sexy) and this was much better. A peaked cap is definitely a good idea, especially for the snowshoe walk on the last day ... I forgot mine.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I felt like chuffin' Julie Andrews up on them mountains and how I didn't burst into "The Hills are Alive ... " I just don't know!
Do yourself a favour and book this trip. It's marvellous!
steve simpkins

MONT BLANC WINTER ACTIVITY WEEK

Written February 2009
great place, great people lovely scenery excellent leader great way to get into a winter holiday if you have never done one
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
the view's and snowshoeing
What did you think of your group leader?
excellent could not find a better leader if you tried keep up the good work oliver
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
just book it and have a great time i can not ski but trying to was great fun and so was the snowshoeing