There's no such thing as a bad time to be thinking about your next ski holiday.
Why book early for winter ski in Val Thorens
Great ideas to save you time and money
Here are some great reasons why you should consider booking your next ski holiday now, including huge savings and a lot more availability.
Ski Passes in Val Thorens
Can't wait for your winter fix of skiing or snowboarding? Get it in your diary, ski passes for winter usually go on sale in the autumn. Save money on family and group passes booked online, with further discounts available for the early part of the season.
Airport Transfers in Val Thorens
With early booking definitely being the way forward, many budget airlines and holiday providers start to sell their flights and holidays well in advance these days. Don't stop there, make sure you know how you're getting from the airport to resort. Lots of transfer companies offer super-saver discounts on early bookings. Not only does it help them plan ahead for the winter but you can save a good percentage on the price too. Opt for a shared transfer over a private one to save even more money.
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Shared Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Val Thorens from €85 per person one-way (weekend rate)
Run by a long-established Three Valleys transfer specialist, the service combines the lower cost of sharing your journey with many of the things you would normally associate with a private transfer: small vehicles, experienced drivers and, importantly, a door-to-door journey between Geneva Airport and your accommodation in Val Thorens.
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Val Thorens from €369 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
Travel from Geneva Airport to Val Thorens with an experienced Alpine transfer service operating since 2012. Enjoy a private, door-to-door journey with professional drivers who know the mountain roads and flight monitoring to help manage delays. Choose between standard and VIP minibuses, with complimentary child seats available for families. Free onboard Wi-Fi makes the journey more comfortable, while automated pick-up reminders help take the stress out of your return transfer.
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Val Thorens from €515 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
With over 5,000 rides completed and 95% of clients returning, this private transfer service is designed around the needs of skiers, from reliable airport pick-ups to comfortable journeys to your accommodation. Experienced, professional English-speaking drivers, vehicles prepared for Alpine winter conditions and no extra luggage fees for skis or snowboards help make travelling easier. With airport meet and greet, door-to-door transfers, secure online booking and a focus on punctuality, you can organise your Val Thorens transfer with greater peace of mind.
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva to Val Thorens from CHF 495 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
Enjoy direct door-to-door travel, flexible collection times and a vehicle reserved exclusively for your group. Choose from four airports, standard or premium vehicles and experienced alpine drivers for a comfortable, personalised journey to Val Thorens.
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Scheduled/Shuttle Coach Airport Transfers
Geneva to Val Thorens from CHF 49.50 per person one-way (weekend rate)
Save money with daily scheduled coach transfers, over 10 convenient resort stops and ski luggage included at no extra cost. With regular departures from Geneva and Lyon Airports, this affordable service makes reaching Val Thorens simple and convenient.
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Shared Airport Transfers
Low-cost and professional shuttle bus transfer service to Val Thorens
Booking with them means your holiday won’t involve the stress of public transport, the cost of private transfers, or the hassle of fitting snow chains on a hire car.
Childcare in Val Thorens
With school holidays being the most popular times for families to come skiing, it's important to book any childcare well in advance. Places can often be limited and if you've got children of different ages you may find looking for different types of childcare tricky, so book ahead to avoid disappointment. Lots of families book for the next season when their holiday this year has just finished, so join in with this way of thinking and you shouldn't miss out on getting a place.
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Childcare & Babysitting
Leading childcare specialists since 2003 for your family ski holiday
Established in 2003, this specialist childcare service has more than twenty years of experience in the Alps. Its carefully selected nannies are qualified, experienced, DBS-checked, reference-checked and first-aid trained. The multilingual team is familiar with the practicalities of family holidays in ski resorts.
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Kids' Snow Camp & Ski Lessons
Childcare for children from 3 months upwards
ESF Val Thorens offers professional childcare in state-registered mini-clubs with English, French, German and Dutch speaking nannies.
Ski Hire in Val Thorens
Most ski hire companies offer huge savings for online bookings and, although most of them close down their booking systems over the summer, you might find that some of them offer even more of a reduction if you book in advance.
You might not be able to book now but it's worth taking a look, otherwise, put a note in your diary for the end of November or beginning of December to get the best deals.
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Ride & Style
Snowboard hire and clothing shop in the Caron shopping centre in Val Thorens
If you’re heading to Val Thorens with snowboarding in mind, you’ll find a dedicated snowboard hire service in the centre of the resort. With a strong focus on snowboarding, the shop offers a selection of boards, boots and bindings to suit different riding styles and levels.
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Altiloc 2300
Located on the Grande Rue, this Ski Hire Shop has Easy Access to the Pistes and Lifts
This brand new ski and snowboard hire shop situated just a short distance from the main lifts in Val Thorens. Maxime and his team will welcome you and assist you in the store.
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Top Sports
One stop shop for all your ski and snowboard equipment hire in Val Thorens
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your 1st skiing day.
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Les Balcons Haut
Ski hire next to the Plein Sud piste in the Balcons de Val Thorens Residences
Hire skis and snowboards at the beginning of the street Les Balcons, 50 m to the residence Altitude, Val 2400 et Chalets du Soleil. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
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Peclet
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
Val Thorens shop can be found in the ‘Place Peclet’ at the foot of the slalom piste. The free shuttle bus stops right by the front door to the shop and everything a skier needs can be found nearby (lift pass office, ski school office, ski lifts, restaurants, bars…) and within walking distance.
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Goitschel Sport 3
Rental shop on Rue de Soleil, close to the ski front and ski school meeting points
You can’t wait for your next ski trip? Everything is already booked except your ski equipment? Don’t worry, we’ll help you find the perfect equipment to fully enjoy your ski holiday in Val Thorens!
Ski Schools in Val Thorens
The same applies for ski schools and private ski instructors – the earlier you book the more chance you have of securing a place. Group lesson numbers are capped so ski instructors get booked up fast on peak dates. Take the worry out of getting a place and book in early.
Ski School Lessons in Val Thorens
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Private ski lessons
Private skiing and snowboarding lessons with highly rated instructors
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
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Private ski lessons
British school offering a wide range of private lesson options tailored to all ages and abilities
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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Group ski lessons
Group ski and snowboard lessons for children and adults of all ages and abilities
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Private ski lessons
Teaching a wide range of private snow sports lessons to all levels
This company offer private ski and snowboard lessons throughout the winter season for all ages and abilities.
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Private ski lessons
Exceptional private ski and snowboard tuition for all levels
A ski school that brings technique and pleasure together throughout the Alps.
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