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Val Thorens, France
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Description of Val Thorens:
Val Thorens is situated
at the top of three valleys in Savoie, Franc which includes the
famous resorts of Meribel and Courchevel. It is the highest resort
in Europe at 6900', and offers over 75 miles or marked runs for
all classes of skiers. Here you can ski a vertical of 4200' in this
resort alone. For the adventurer, a network of over 300 miles of
marked runs will connect you with Meribel and Courchevel.
Because of it's altitude
and dry climate, good skiing conditions exist from December to May.
Ice is unheard of and light powder can be found right up to the
end of the season. The slopes face south, west, and north giving
the skier a constant variety from which to choose the best sun and
snow.
The Valley of La Maurienne
has recently been opened and will provide the possibility to ski
from 9000'down to 4200'. It is a beautiful, southwest facing area
with some powder skiing. Great for the intermediate and expert.
Val Thorens is the
youngest resort of the 3 Valleys network, and has developed a high
quality image in keeping with the areas other famous resorts. The
accommodations are in modern buildings constructed in the Savoyard
style. All hotels offer direct access to the slopes. From the hotel,
back to the hotel -- what more could a skier want?
Apres ski life is active
and varied with activities from ice skating and tennis to indoor
golf and swimming. Of course, the ever present discos rock till
the wee hours for those inclined to take a day off. Nine mountain
restaurants offer you the chance to savor the local fare such as
fondue and raclette. Adventurous skiers can even take an evening
torchlit descent from some of the chalet-style mountain inns. The
local ski school will give you a wide range of possibilities, from
guided tours of the 3 Valleys to initiation in cross-country, ballet,
monoboard, snow surfing, and Norwegian style Telemark to regular
lessons.
In recent years, Val
Thorens has become a traffic free resort adding to the beauty of
the views, fresh clean mountain air! We highly recommend this resort
for the person wishing to complete a week of skiing.
Val Thorens Resort
Statistics:
Gateway City: Geneva
Distance:100 miles (3 1/2 hours)
Elev.: 5400-9600
Longest Run: 1.5 miles (intermediate)
Highest Vertical: 4200'
Percentage Devoted To: Beginner: 20%; Intermediate:
30%; Advanced Intermediate: 30%; Expert:
20%
Children's Facilities: Nursery: 1 to 6 years old;
$35.00 a day; $195 a week (6 days; includes meals, games, and outdoor
activites)
Lift Tickets: Day: $218.00
Hotels of Val Thorens:
Le Val Thorens
Located at the center next to the lifts. All rooms face
south with a balcony. Hotel has sauna, swimming pool, and whirlpool
tubs. Great food and fun times in the popular American Bar. Definitely
a good choice.
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Le Sherpa
At the hotel Le Sherpa you will find mellow "Apres-ski"
activities, friendly bar, a panoramic terrace, an uplifting sauna,
a dazzling jacuzzi, and overall excellent comfort in any fully
equipped bedroom. |
Montana Apartments
First class one and two bedroom units located in the center
of Val Thorens. All units are equipped with kitchenette, living
room, with TV, telephone, radio, and balcony. Ski in/out.
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Le Bel Horizon
Charming 3 1/2 star hotel located along the ski run
just steps from town. Hotel amenities include sauna, fitness room,
billiards room, and sun terrace. All rooms are equipped with
private bath or shower, TV, telephone, and radio. Hotel also
offers internet service |
Pricing of Val Thorens:*
| Val Thorens Rates 2009/2010: |
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| 2009/2010 |
3
Vallees |
Les
Sherpa |
Le Val
Thorens |
| Category |
3 Star |
3 Star |
3 Star |
| Meals |
HB |
HB |
HB |
| Single
Sup. |
On Request |
On Request |
$379 |
| Triple
Red. |
$45 |
On Request |
$72 |
| 12-Dec |
$1,108 |
$1,422 |
$1,235 |
| 19-Dec |
$1,346 |
$1,833 |
$1,804 |
| 26-Dec |
$1,622 |
$2,229 |
$1,956 |
| 2-Jan |
$1,158 |
$1,517 |
$1,491 |
| 9-Jan |
$1,108 |
$1,517 |
$1,491 |
| 16-Jan |
$1,108 |
$1,517 |
$1,491 |
| 23-Jan |
$1,279 |
$1,695 |
$1,709 |
| 30-Jan |
$1,279 |
$1,695 |
$1,709 |
| 6-Feb |
$1,239 |
$1,754 |
$1,833 |
| 13-Feb |
$1,561 |
$2,169 |
$1,956 |
| 20-Feb |
$1,622 |
$2,169 |
$1,956 |
| 27-Feb |
$1,450 |
$2,051 |
$1,899 |
| 6-Mar |
$1,450 |
$1,873 |
$1,833 |
| 13-Mar |
$1,450 |
$1,873 |
$1,833 |
| 20-Mar |
$1,279 |
$1,695 |
$1,709 |
| 27-Mar |
$1,417 |
$1,833 |
$1,641 |
| 3-Apr |
$1,588 |
$2,011 |
$1,850 |
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| 2009/2010 |
Vlg.
Montana |
Vlg.
Montana |
Vlg.
Montana |
| 4
Star |
Apartments |
Apartments |
Apartments |
| Apartments |
Rates based |
Rates based |
Rates based |
| with NO
MEALS |
on 2 persons |
on 4 persons |
on 6 persons |
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per unit |
per unit |
per unit |
| 12-Dec |
$814 |
$658 |
$661 |
| 19-Dec |
$1,355 |
$1,040 |
$1,050 |
| 26-Dec |
$1,297 |
$958 |
$974 |
| 2-Jan |
$814 |
$658 |
$661 |
| 9-Jan |
$814 |
$658 |
$661 |
| 16-Jan |
$978 |
$760 |
$774 |
| 23-Jan |
$978 |
$760 |
$774 |
| 30-Jan |
$978 |
$760 |
$774 |
| 6-Feb |
$1,297 |
$958 |
$974 |
| 13-Feb |
$1,297 |
$958 |
$974 |
| 20-Feb |
$1,297 |
$958 |
$974 |
| 27-Feb |
$1,297 |
$958 |
$974 |
| 6-Mar |
$1,217 |
$902 |
$912 |
| 13-Mar |
$1,217 |
$902 |
$912 |
| 20-Mar |
$1,107 |
$795 |
$852 |
| 27-Mar |
$1,355 |
$1,040 |
$1,050 |
| 3-Apr |
$1,435 |
$1,096 |
$1,112 |
*Does not include transfers: Transfers
can be booked at Geneva Airport via Aeroski-bus at about $95.
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