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Europe
Welcome to the home of beautiful mountain villages, world class slopes, state of the art facilities, exquisite cuisine and not to
forget après ski from the people who invented it – a winning recipe for a sensational winter holiday. From the fashion frenzy
of Italy, the sensational gastronomy of France, the stunning mountain villages of Switzerland and Austria take your pick – a
European winter adventure awaits you.
In Europe, accommodation choices include lodges and hotel rooms with shared or private facilities and in France, some
great self contained apartments.
Italy
Fashionista’s, gelato, world class pizza and supreme slopes – MAP OF EUROPE
Italy’s ski areas spread from the French border in the west, to
the divine Dolomites in the east with French, Italian and German
spoken in different areas. The beautiful Dolomites region, in the UK Amsterdam
north-east of Italy, offers numerous resort villages linked into London Neth.
one of the world’s largest ski regions. Berlin
Brussels
Germany Poland
Switzerland Bel.
The alpine wonderland of Switzerland, home to Heidi, Swiss Lux.
chocolate and cheese fondue as well as the Swiss Alps is a Luxembourg
world class skiing mecca with jaw dropping mountain vistas and Paris Prague
some of the highest peaks in Europe. Top slopes for all levels, Czech Rep.
car free villages, extensive off slope activities, superb cuisine
and untouched landscapes are just a few of the many appeals of France Verbier Vienna
Switzerland. Lech St Anton Austria
Avoriaz Switz. Zurich
Salsburg Budapest
Austria Geneva
Bern
Innsbruck Kitzbühel
Austria, home to the Austrian Alps, Glühwein (mulled wine) and Les Arcs St Moritz Hungary
stunning mountain vistas, is a winter paradise, with thousands of Chamonix Davos
FORT McMURRAY La Plagne Val D‘Isere Slovenia
kilometers of perfectly prepared ski routes for all levels of skier Courchevel Zermatt Venice
or snowboarder. Two-thirds of Austria is alpine terrain, playing Meribel
Val Thorens Tignes
Turin Croatia
host to more than 800 ski resorts with 22,000 square kilometres
of groomed slopes. Its alpine villages are famous for traditional Alpe d‘Huez Nice San Marino
Après-ski, hospitality and modern restaurants where Austrian Florence
chefs infuse hearty dishes with modern twists. Mediterranean Sea
Italy
France Rome
Bonjour France, home to haute couture, après ski, gastronomy
and world class ski resorts. France has two main mountain
ranges, The Alps and The Pyrenees, with numerous ski resorts
located around both ranges offering a multitude of linked ski
areas. These areas boast spectacular scenery, an electric
ambiance, state of the art lift systems and, due to the high
altitude, longer skiing periods and plenty of dry snow. After a
day on the slopes, discover the French “art de vivre” through the
regional wines and dishes.
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CHAMONIX: Ski France
Chamonix
with something for everyone, from great family
runs through the trees, immaculate cross country
pistes, snow parks or amazing glacier descents.
Additional activities at Chamonix are ski touring, ice
climbing and paragliding.
RESORT INFORMATION
ARRIVAL INFORMATION MOUNTAIN INFORMATION
Gateway City Geneva 50 km Summit 3,842 m Snowfall 9.6 m Runs 180+
Advanced 14% Intermediate 32% Beginner 54%
Vertical drop 2,815 m Lifts 62 Longest Run 22 km
7 Nights accommodation Note: Prices are per person/sharing accommodation. Note: Accommodation taxes
PACKAGE
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with private facilities & Meals Variations on request. Prices are indicative and may (usually 1.50 EURO per person, per day) are paid locally.
INCLUsions (unless otherwise stated). vary slightly when crossing seasons.
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Courchevel
Courchevel is part of Europe’s largest ski region, “The 3 Vallees” and is definitely one of Europe’s best ski resorts. It is spectacularly
beautiful and has fabulous skiing – usually lasting from December to May. The resort itself consists of 4 mountain villages each
offering a very different image and village feel, designed so that the slopes/lifts are only a few metres away from every doorstep.
RESORT INFORMATION
ARRIVAL INFORMATION MOUNTAIN INFORMATION
Summit 3,200 m Snowfall 6m Runs 275+
Gateway City Geneva 141 km Advanced 11% Intermediate 35% Beginner 54%
Vertical drop 1,900 m Lifts 198 Longest Run 5 km
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
CHILDREN’S ACCOMMODATION DISCOUNTS when using
KIDS existing bedding and sharing with at least two adults are
n 7 Nights accommodation DEAL
with private facilities & meals
Note: Prices are per person/sharing accommodation. Variations on request. Note: Accommodation taxes listed in the cost charts, the adult charge is based on the
Prices are indicative and may vary slightly when crossing seasons. (usually 1.50 EURO per person, per day) are paid locally. number of adults per unit.
(unless otherwise stated).
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Meribel-Mottaret
Meribel/Mottaret is the middle valley of the 3 Vallees, Europe’s largest combined ski area. Meribel is located at 1,500m, Mottaret at
1,700m and between them have 53 lifts. When linked with the 3 Vallees they have over 200 lifts. The north/south aspect of the Meribel
Valley ensures long sunny days and excellent snow conditions. Accommodation is right on the picturesque slopes with easy access to
the neighbouring ski resorts.
RESORT INFORMATION
ARRIVAL INFORMATION MOUNTAIN INFORMATION
Summit 2,952 m Snowfall 5m Runs 76
Gateway City Geneva 128 km Advanced 14% Intermediate 28% Beginner 56%
Vertical drop 1,552 m Lifts 53 Longest Run 4 km
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
CHILDREN’S ACCOMMODATION DISCOUNTS when using
KIDS existing bedding and sharing with at least two adults
n 7 Nights accommodation DEAL
with private facilities & Meals
Note: Accommodation taxes Note: Prices are per person/sharing accommodation. Variations on request. are listed in the cost charts, the adult charge is based
(usually 1.50 EURO per person, per day) are paid locally. Prices are indicative and may vary slightly when crossing seasons. on the number of adults per unit.
(unless otherwise stated).
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Ski France
Val D’isere
World famous Val D’isere, interconnected with Tignes, together is known as Espace Killy. It provides one of the best ski areas
in the world. The two resorts offer a combined liftpass for 99 lifts that cover over 300kms of marked trails and an enormous
expanse of off-piste skiing. Every class and type of skier will be impressed with Espace Killy’s vast terrain. Both resorts have an
abundance of restaurants, night life and culture.
RESORT INFORMATION
ARRIVAL INFORMATION MOUNTAIN INFORMATION
Summit 3,450 m Snowfall 6m Runs 137
Gateway City Geneva 177 km Advanced 45% Intermediate 40% Beginner 15%
Vertical drop 1,450 m Lifts 99 Longest Run 5.5 km
7 Nights accommodation Note: Prices are per person/sharing accommodation. Note: Accommodation taxes
PACKAGE
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with private facilities & meals Variations on request. Prices are indicative and may (usually 1.50 EURO per person, per day) are paid locally.
INCLUsions (unless otherwise stated). vary slightly when crossing seasons.
Ask your Value Tours consultant about their wide range of accommodation options KIDS CHILDREN’S ACCOMMODATION DISCOUNTS when using existing
DEAL bedding and sharing with at least two adults are listed in the cost
at other major French Resorts including Les Arcs, La Plagne and Val Thorens. charts, the adult charge is based on the number of adults per unit.
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St. Anton
The cosmopolitan capital of the Arlberg region. A village with Tyrolean
charm and the place where Après-ski originated. Probably the best
known of the villages, St. Anton offers a varying range of accommodation
and has a vast range of restaurants and nightlife. The wide range on offer
is equally matched by the variety of skiing to be had in this impressive
mountain world. Names like Galzig and Kapall, along with Valluga which
presides over them all, enjoy a worldwide reputation, and the area offers
everything a skier’s heart could desire.
Lech
Lech is situated in a beautiful high valley, some 1450 meters above sea
level. The idyllic, romantic village provides access to a varied and wide-
ranging ski area. From family downhill runs to magnificent powder
snow, there are countless options on offer. The village offer welcoming
hospitality and a wide range of award-winning restaurants.
Austria
Kitzbühel
Kitzbuhel offers unique sporting, cultural and social event. The highlight
comes in January each year with the traditional Hahnenkamn Race. For
the visiting skier, Kitzbuhel has a guarantee of snow from December
to April, with a diversity of terrain between the Kitzbuhel Horn and the
Hahnenkamn. Kitzbuhel is part of the Kitzbuhel Alps ski resort which
allows you to ski on 60 perfectly groomed runs.
Ask your Value Tours consultant about their extensive range of accommodation at other Austrian ski resorts such as:
Innsbruck, Bad Gastein, Bad Hofgastein, Hippach, Igls, Ischgl, Mayrhofen, Oberlech Seefeld, Solden, Neustift, Zell am See.
Prices are indicative and may vary slightly when crossing seasons.
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Prices are indicative and may vary slightly when crossing seasons.
Prices are indicative and may vary slightly when crossing seasons.
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St Moritz
For centuries people have been attracted to St. Moritz for its famous health springs. More recently skiers from all over the
world come to ski over 400kms of trails. The two main mountains offer mostly intermediate skiing with some of the most
spectacular scenery in Switzerland. It is well suited for an all-round winter holiday with an array of different activities and
winter wonder.
RESORT INFORMATION
ARRIVAL INFORMATION MOUNTAIN INFORMATION
Gateway City Zurich 200 km Summit 3,303 m Snowfall 7.6 m Runs 229
Advanced 10% Intermediate 70% Beginner 20%
Vertical drop 1,647 m Lifts 55 Longest Run 12 km
Note: Prices are per person/sharing accommodation. Variations on request. Prices are indicative and may vary slightly when crossing seasons.
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Zermatt is located on the Italian border of the
canton of Valais in the west of Switzerland.
Zermatt is at the foot of the majestic 14,691ft
Matterhorn the most photographed mountain
in the world and is one of the most famous and
picturesque ski resorts in Europe. There are
3 main ski areas which offer endless skiing
possibilities, as well as being able to ski between
Zermatt
countries – Switzerland & Italy. The village is
compact and retains its old world character and
is accessible only by rail or horse-drawn taxis.
Accommodation is generally luxurious and
the ski area is one of the best developed in the
world. Zermatt has over 300 sunny days a year.
RESORT INFORMATION
ARRIVAL INFORMATION MOUNTAIN INFORMATION
Summit 3,899 m Snowfall 3m Runs 73
Gateway City Geneva 234 km Advanced 33% Intermediate 44% Beginner 23%
Vertical drop 2,279 m Lifts 33 Longest Run 13 km
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
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n 7 Nights accommodation Note: Prices are per person/sharing accommodation. Variations on request. for our best available airfares
with private facilities & Meals n Accommodation taxes Prices are indicative and may vary slightly when crossing seasons.
(unless otherwise stated). from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth & other Australian cities.
Verbier
Verbier is one of Europe’s most picturesque resorts. From the old traditional village a fast modern lift system links Verbier
with the 4 Vallees. In total the region has over 90 lifts. Verbier has extensive off-piste powder skiing for the advanced or expert
skier, and also caters very well for the beginner and intermediate skier on the sunny progressive slopes closer to the village.
RESORT INFORMATION
ARRIVAL INFORMATION MOUNTAIN INFORMATION
Summit 3,330 m Snowfall 3.5 m Runs 56+
Gateway City Geneva 160 km Advanced 19% Intermediate 42% Beginner 39%
Vertical drop 1,828 m Lifts 38 Longest Run 13 km
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
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n 7 Nights accommodation Note: Prices are per person/sharing accommodation. Variations on request. for our best available airfares
with private facilities & Meals n Accommodvation taxes Prices are indicative and may vary sligh tly when crossing seasons.
(unless otherwise stated). from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth & other Australian cities.
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ITALY: Ski Dolomites - Belvedere Val di Fassa
Italy – Dolomites
Located in the north-east of Italy, these spectacular mountains have numerous scattered resort villages, most of which link
into one of the world’s largest ski regions with over 464 lifts. All can be skied on the Dolomiti Superski Pass. Milan and Venice
are the gateway cities.
Ask Value Tours about their range of Campitello & Canazei – Guided Ski Week.
ski holidays to the Dolomites including Add to any Campitello or Canazei accommodation. A spectacular guided tour, skiing a different ski area
Campitello, Canazei & Cortina. every day. Includes being met on arrival, information kit and 6 days guiding services with an Italian
speaking Australian guide. $575 per person Available 11 Dec-05 Mar.
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TOUR COSTS in this brochure are in AUD and based on costs & exchange rates LIFT PASSES Ski Lift Passes are non refundable if they are lost, stolen and/ Booking conditions with cancellation policy will be advised on confirmation
as of 18 June 2010. Brochure prices are subject to change and availability or damaged. They cannot be replaced and a new ski pass will need to be of the booking.
will be confirmed at time of booking. Credit card service fees will apply for purchased.
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bookings made via credit card: 1.45% Visa & MasterCard, 2.5% Diners Club INSURANCE We strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive the tour is acting as a tour operator. Value Tours (Aust) Pty Ltd cannot be held
and 3.1% American Express. travel insurance policy at the time of booking. Your travel agent or Value Tours liable for any alterations, acts or omissions on the part of those supplying
DEPOSITS A non refundable land deposit of AUD 500 per person is required can arrange this for you. accommodation, coach, air, or rental car services, or any other services
within 7 days of booking confirmation. Note some accommodations may
AIRFARES Airlines have set aside seats which are available at these incidental thereto. Furthermore, the responsibilities of the air or coach carrier
require an additional deposit (often up to 50% of the holiday) to hold the
discounted fares. Once these seats are sold, fares may revert to a higher participating in the tour are limited as specified in their tickets, conditions of
booking. You will be notified of any additional deposits at the time of booking.
fare or the full fare. Certain restrictions and fees apply for amendments and carriage and tariffs. All tours and quoted tour prices are based on anticipated
FINAL PAYMENT is due no later than 60 days prior to departure date unless cancellations as stated above. Amendments of flights after ticketing will incur exchange rates, known schedules, fares and tariffs as at the time of printing.
otherwise stated. Value Tours reserves the right to cancel any booking or charges. Airport taxes are included in the price and subject to change at time The accommodation, coach, air and ski resort principals specifically reserve
refuse to carry any passenger where payment has not been received by the of ticketing. Due to different conditions imposed by each airline, we reserve the right to change their prices and/or seasons without notice and the extra
company within the specified time. the right to advise booking conditions once flights are confirmed. cost, if any, will be added to the account and notified to the passenger. Value
CHILDREN The policy for children differs for each ski property & destination. BAGGAGE allowance for economy class travel is 20 kgs per person to Japan Tours (Aust) Pty Ltd reserve the right to cancel or withdraw any tour and
Pricing for children will be confirmed at time of booking. and Europe or two reasonably sized luggage bags to Canada and the USA booking made for a passenger or decline to accept or retain, in its reasonable
LATE BOOKINGS made within 28 days of departure will incur an additional in accordance with size limitations as advised by each carrier’s website. opinion, any person as a member of a tour. The company cannot accept any
charge of 60 AUD per booking. Final payment is required at the time of (Please refer to each carrier’s website for specific regulations and up to date liability for losses or additional expenses due to delays or changes in air
confirmation of booking. information on correct size limitations). One set of ski equipment counts as or other transport services, sickness, weather, strikes, war, terrorist acts,
AMENDMENTS Additional amendments to a confirmed booking by you will one piece of luggage. quarantine or other causes. Baggage and personal effects are the passenger’s
incur a service fee of 60 AUD per revised booking. Additional amounts may PASSPORTS /VISAS At time of print, Australia, New Zealand and UK citizens own responsibility throughout the tour and it is the responsibility of the
be imposed by service providers such as accommodation providers, service do not require a visa to travel to Canada for a stay of no longer than 180 days passenger to arrange insurance if desired. As land arrangements for each
operators, or airlines. & Japan for a stay of no longer than 90 days for Australian and New Zealand entire tour, as specified in the itineraries, represent a complete package of
HOTEL DESCRIPTIONS & PHOTOGRAPHS: Hotel descriptions provided by citizens, UK citizens can have a stay of no longer than 180 days. European arrangements, an itemisation of costs will not be rendered.
suppliers have been provided as a guide only. Room photos (when used) countries vary in their visa requirements. If travelling to the United States,
GOVERNING LAW OF CONTRACT Any contract for these holidays is deemed
may not be representative of all rooms at a particular property. Specific all Australian, NZ and UK passengers must register on the Electronic System
to be made in New South Wales and shall be governed by the law of New
accommodation and up to date rooming descriptions are available on request. for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) to ensure eligibility to enter the US under the
South Wales.
Visitor Waiver Program (VWP).
CANCELLATION Cancellations outside of 60 days of departure will incur
Value Tours is responsible for the publication of this brochure. Airlines are not
cancellation fees as imposed by the hotels and service operators. A All passengers must carry a machine readable passport, valid for 6 months
after your return date. Visa and passport requirements are the responsibility responsible for any booking errors made by Value Tours.
cancellation within 60 days will incur a 100% cancellation fee of the total
booking. We strongly advise you to take out insurance against cancellation of the passenger to organise. Please check with www.dfat.gov.au for the latest VALIDITY Publication No VT0940 Effective 01 July 2010 and supersedes
for medical or other reasons. Additional amounts may be imposed by airlines passport/visa requirements. any previous publication including no. VT0850. Prices and itineraries in this
for cancellation. SNOW CONDITIONS Snow conditions within this brochure are provided by publication are valid 01 July 2010-30 April 2011.
All cancellations must be received in writing by Value Tours and are not the resorts and a guideline only. Value Tours cannot under any circumstances *EARLYBIRD & Long Stay SPECIAL PACKAGES The packages shown in
effective until this notification has been received. be responsible for snow conditions. The cancellation /amendment fees will be the brochure are based on low season pricing per person, includes 7 nights
REFUNDS No refunds will be made on any unused portion of accommodation, applied if cancelling or changing bookings on the basis of weather conditions. accommodation and a 5 or 6 day lift ticket. Lift tickets are not included
car rental transfers and ski passes, nor can components of the holiday be CAR RENTAL - CANADA & USA The model stated with the description is at European Resorts. Ask your Value Tours consultant for more details on
substituted for alternative arrangements once the holiday has commenced. subject to availability. Car rental booking terms and conditions will apply. these packages.
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