Will wanted to have an electric vehicle road trip with his buddy. The idea was to ski hard and eat well, to see skiing through different eyes, away from the standard chalet week. This trip in Spring 2023 was during a rather poor period for snow but the flexibility offered by the safari and our support gave Will the freedom required to chase the best conditions. “Having the car over there in conjunction with the pleasure of the journey was such a bonus. You simply haven’t a hope of scratching the exploring itch without wheels.”
Pit Stop 1: Martigny
After the drive from the UK, through the channel tunnel to France and past Lake Geneva, our first pit-stop was to be a central location between the “Devils Peaks” cluster and the back door into Verbier. The plan originally had been a slow start in the resort of Leysin. This central location allowed the plan to be changed based on conditions and the heights of Verbier to be sampled instead.
“Accessing within half an hour the back door to Portes du Soleil from the Swiss side and French Chatel coupled with all the other resorts you promote makes Martigny a great hub”
Pits stop 2: Saint Luc, Val d’Anniviers
The next stop allowed Will to get into some of the best skiing that Switzerland has to offer. Using St Luc as a base but also skiing Grimentz and Zinal, Will was able to have a real blast both skiing and whilst driving the hair-raising mountain roads! “We thought day 1 in St Luc was a blast but Day 2 we skied ourselves to a standstill. Grimentz and Zinal were slightly busier but hugely enjoyable. A few high speed chairs to rest the weary legs but again incredibly quiet with loads of terrain to entertain.”.”
Pit Stop 3 : City of Aosta
Changing things up a little and staying in the city of Aosta allowed a little more night time exploration and sampling of different pubs and restaurants. Options for skiing were still broad. however, Will liked Pila so much that he did not stray from it at all. “Aosta was such a great addition to the tour. Stunning town with a very attractive ski area”
13 days
6 resorts
2 countries
Amazing scenery
Invigorating driving
Exhausing skiing
An unforgettable experience
