This is a ski-yoga holiday that is perfect for anybody who want to improve their skiing confidence and skills without the penance of having to keep up with faster partners. With over 1000 km of groomed pistes across seven resorts, this is a heavenly environment in which to satisfy your desire for the ultimate in skiing - and of course fantastic yoga, delicious food, a sauna, optional massage, sun bathing, shopping and lots of fun. Good snow is assured in these high altitude resorts until May.
To make best use of this incredible ski area we have arranged three professional ski guides, catering for beginner, intermediate and experienced skiers.
The chalet has ten en-suite bedrooms, all decorated to a high standard. They have been recently refurbished and they feature oak floors, designer wallpaper and new beds. The bathrooms are Italian slate and oak with heated floors and luxurious bath/shower combos. There is also a new sauna and spa area. On the top floor there is a huge open plan living space of around 180m2 (1800 square feet) with a log fire and incredible views down the valley and to the surrounding ski resorts. This is one of the biggest and most dramatic living areas in the Alps - and it's perfect for yoga classes.
The Chalet is situated 300 metres from the main road that links Tignes, Val D’Isere, Bourg St Maurice and St Foy. The beauty of its location is that each day we ski a different resort depending on snow and weather conditions ensuring that you never ski the same run twice. The local village is called Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise.
Probably the best skiing in the world, this is one of the best snow-sure playgrounds in Europe. The high altitude and microclimate ensure a long season with April snow generally down to resort level. Continued investment has given it a state of the art lift system which ensures that you never queue.
Scrumptious Food
The chalet's own cook prepares a continental and cooked breakfast each morning before we head out skiing. Upon our return we warm up in front of the fire with tea, biscuits and cakes. Canapés are often served prior to dinner with a glass of champagne or soft drinks whilst discussing the days adventures.
Meals are first class quality, as you would expect, including a cooked breakfast and 4 course supper. We lunch out on the slopes. The chef takes care of all dietary requirements and can create a delicious vegetarian banquet where applicable, so veggies won't be thrown a bit of tofu! The staff have a night off mid-week and we will use this opportunity to to dine out in Val d'Isere..
Yoga and Skiing
Yoga complements skiing beautifully because the movement and positions required in yoga can benefit skiers and help reduce the physical demands of the sport.
Daily Schedule
There will be a lively morning yoga session in the chalet, followed by a full breakfast and then off to the snow. We follow the sun around the mountain until 2pm, then we have a light lunch on the slopes. After lunch, keen skiers have the option to ski until teatime whilst others may wish to head back to enjoy the sun at the chalet, allowing time for an optional sauna or massage.
If you prefer a more leisurely approach to your holiday, you're free to have a lazy morning at the chalet, maybe go shopping in Val d'Isere, then head back in time for a sauna and hear all about the day's adventures.
What's included:
• Ensuite luxury accommodation for 7 nights (room sharing twin beds)
• Free airport transfers between Geneva and the chalet.
• Daily yoga classes with Jonji & Rosie
• half price lift passes - you pay only 50% of the face value i.e. about €20 per day depending on the resort
• Full breakfast, afternoon tea and 4-course evening meal (vegetarian option)
• Ski guides
• Your ski boots and skis brought back to the chalet for you every day. Bring your own Boots & Skis, or rent locally (prices from €79)
More info: http://www.kaliyoga.com/
