Complimentary ski guiding

Discover the mountain like a local. We’re delighted to offer complimentary ski and snowboard guiding on the first two mornings of your holiday when you stay with us in Bear Lodge (Les Arcs), in selected Hameau de Bellevarde chalets (Val d’Isère), or in our Graciosa Suites (La Plagne).

You’ll be hosted on the mountain by our trusted local ski school partners: ESF in Les Arcs, and Oxygène in both Val d’Isère and La Plagne. This isn’t a lesson and it’s not a tour, it’s a sociable, expertly guided introduction to the best pistes, lifts and lunch spots, shared with fellow VIP SKI guests of a similar level.

Guided by the best

We’ve partnered with the professionals who know these mountains inside out. In Les Arcs, guiding is led by the experienced instructors of ESF; in Val d’Isère and La Plagne, it’s delivered by the friendly, knowledgeable team at Oxygène.

These are the people who know every secret stash of snow, every shortcut through the lift system, and exactly where to stop for the biggest chocolat chaud. With their help, you’ll skip the guesswork and the queues, and get straight to the fun.

At Bear Lodge, Les Arcs, ESF ski guides will meet you right outside the ski room door.
Our friends at Oxygene will guide you around the slopes of La Plagne and Val d'Isere.

Like a sat-nav on skis

Forget the piste map. Our guides will lead you to where the snow’s best, the queues are shortest, and the views are biggest. It’s relaxed, sociable skiing with like-minded guests, the perfect way to get in sync with the mountain (and your ski legs).

Leave group dynamics to us

If you're holidaying with a group, you’ll know how tricky it can be when one person has to lead. Pass that responsibility to us. Let your VIP SKI guide navigate the runs so everyone in your party can relax, reconnect and enjoy the ride.

Ski solo? Not anymore

Travelling alone or skiing while others are in lessons? Join a group of fellow guests for a morning of guided fun. You’ll meet new ski buddies, get chatting over fresh tracks, and have someone to share stories with at après.

How to join

Ski guiding takes place on Monday and Tuesday mornings. Timings vary by resort:

  • Les Arcs (Bear Lodge)
    Monday & Tuesday | Time confirmed in resort
  • La Plagne (Graciosa Suites)
    Monday & Tuesday | 10:00–12:30
  • Val d’Isère (Bellevarde Lodges 1, 2, 5 & 6)
    Monday & Tuesday | 09:00–12:00 (outside school holidays), 12:00–15:00 (during school holidays)
Places are limited and must be pre-booked (20 guests per day, two groups of 10). Complimentary ski guiding is only available to guests staying in Bear Lodge Hotel (Les Arcs), Graciosa Suites (La Plagne) or Bellevarde Lodges 1, 2, 5 & 6 (Val d’Isère).
Guests staying elsewhere in these resort may book locally for €30 per session, subject to availability.

Please note: Ski guiding is not ski school. You’ll need to be confident on blue runs and capable on reds. Instruction is not included.

Looking for lessons instead?

Whether you're looking to build confidence or refine your technique, we can help arrange the perfect lessons before you travel.

In Les Arcs and La Plagne, we offer exclusive VIP SKI small group lessons (max six guests) and private sessions with friendly, English-speaking instructors - all available to pre-book.

Staying with us in Val d’Isère or Avoriaz? We work closely with trusted local ski schools and can arrange both group and private lessons to suit your needs. Simply let us know what you’re looking for, and we’ll take care of the rest.

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