Combined, the five resorts of Grand Massif (Flaine, Marillon, Samoens, Sixt and Les Carroz.) offer 265km of well-groomed skiable terrain. This means there’s a wide selection of challenging runs for skiers of every level – 5 for beginners and intermediates and 4 for advanced skiers. These resorts not only make up the fourth-largest skiing area in France, but are also home to some of the best snow in the country. The proximity to Europe’s highest peak, Mont Blanc, provides the added advantage of creating a natural micro-climate, giving these resorts some of the best snow records in France.

Our groups have the choice of 2 lift passes. Your package can be based on The Grand Massif Massif [265km] or Vill4ges pass which covers 125km which is more than enough for most school groups. The larger area has 50% beginner runs, 35% intermediate and 15% challenging. As the Villages pass covers the lower parts of the system we recommend that Easter groups choose the full area and access to higher skiing.

Les Flocons Verts is situated beside the slopes in Les Carroz. Just 100m from the beginners’ area and the lifts. The hotel is built seamlessly into the slope side and is an award winning design. All rooms are en-suite and there is plenty of space and places to congregate making it a great option for school groups.

The hotel has an on site restaurant, bar, meeting rooms, sauna and WIFI throughout. 

All our groups stay here on a full board basis and have the choice of lunch in the hotel restaurant or a packed lunch on the mountain. 

Groups are roomed in a variety of rooms with 9, 8 and 7 bed style apartments that are designed over two floors with two bathrooms. 6, 5 and 4 bedded rooms are also on offer with one ensuite in each. Towels are not provided.

The following are all included in the trip package 

• Return coach/air travel from the UK to your destination - ((Please note, if aged 16 or over at the time of travel, they will have an Air Passenger Duty (APD) charge from the airline)
• Accommodation for the duration of your stay
• Full Board Meal Plan
• Lift Pass for the selected duration of ski days
• Equipment Hire
• Ski Tuition 6 days x 4 or 5 hours
• Onsite free evening activities at your Hotel
• True North "Travel Leader" for the duration of your stay in the resort
• True North 24/7 emergency assistance line
• All required Local Tourist Taxes included as standard
• TTA Fee / ATOL certificate

Grand Massif is suitable for both coach or air groups

Coach - Luxury UK coaches from 49 - 85 seats, Channel ferry or Eurotunnel crossing. Approximately 13 hours from Calais.

Air - Direct flights from The UK to Geneva or Lyon. Geneva is a 1.5 hour transfer and Lyon around 3 hours away, with return overseas airport transfers included.  

As well as the fantastic skiing, a school ski trip to Grand Massif offers some brilliant après-ski activities, including bowling, ice-skating, swimming, tobogganing, cinema and many excellent restaurants. The hotel has plenty of in-house facilities to keep the group entertained, but there are extra optional out-house activities available. 

Please make sure your child has a valid passport with at least 6 months left until it expires on the date of departure.

EHIC / GHIC CARD - If your child has an EHIC card it will remain valid until its expiry date. Following Brexit, this has been replaced by the GHIC card which is still free and means you have access to free healthcare whilst in Europe. You can apply for a GHIC card HERE 

SPENDING MONEY - They shouldn't need much but a small amount of sterling for whilst they are at the airport and the remainder in Euro's. Enough so they can get the odd hot chocolate on the mountain, a snack at the services en route to the hotel and a souvenir or two to thank you for letting them go on this amazing trip!

SKIWEAR - The cost of skiwear has come down dramatically over the past few years so this won't cost the earth. We provide the rental of boots, helmets, ski's and poles but they'll need a ski jacket, salopettes ( waterproof trousers )  and a few other bits and bobs. We'll tell you more about exactly what they need and where to get it nearer the time. 

Integrity - Service - Innovation

At True North we pride ourselves in offering well organised, safe school ski trips to some of the worlds greatest ski areas. Our aim is to exceed your expectations every time you book with us and challenge convention to make organising your next trip as seamless as possible.

• Handpicked resorts and hotels chosen for their suitability for groups
• Travel Trust Association member and ATOL licence holder giving you 100% financial protection
• British Standards 8848 compliant provider assuring stringent best practice processes for the safety and security of your group   
• Revolutionary interactive booking platform makes planning your trip and collecting student information a breeze and will save you so much time.
• That's just the tip of the iceberg - get in touch for a completely different group travel experience

We understand that we only have one planet and that we are all responsible for doing our part to care for it. Whilst travel is a wonderful experience, it does place certain pressures on our environment. We have partnered with a fabulous social enterprise called 'Carbon Footprint'. We make a donation for every student that travels with us to minimise the effect our trips have on the environment.

Here are some examples of the projects we support - 

India – India wind power generation

UK - Tree planting  

Brazil - Protecting The Amazon

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We are very proud to partner with Dare 2b. We think the products they offer are ideal for our groups. They suit all abilities, styles and ages, at a price point that represents value.

Follow the link, straight to the Dare 2b website, where you can easily search and find everything you need for your ski trip, from base layers, jackets and trousers, all the way to your bobble hat! You can order directly from the website and have your kit delivered straight to your door. Throughout the year they have many special offers on all their product ranges, catering for the great outdoors and multi-sports.

Send me to Dare 2b

Our True North Leaders out in the resort this winter, are kitted out this season in Dare 2b jackets and mid-layers.

For the last 5 years, prior to our partnership, I have kitted out my son with Dare 2b winter clothing. Living and growing up in Austria, Sam wears that kit all winter, its not only used for skiing, but he wears it on his way to and from school, which for a 20 minute walk in summer, turns into an hour-long walk-in winter, not because of battling the elements, but because they slide, roll, climb through every bit of snow they can. He basically lives in the kit whenever he is outside for the 4 months of the year, and so far, it has survived the test of time, and has stayed waterproof after multiple washes. As he grows, the kit gets handed on to family and friends and lives on for the next few seasons. - Simon Richardson (True North).