Guided backcountry ski tour from Sugar Bowl to Squaw Valley in the Lake Tahoe & Truckee area. Local AMGA ski guides.
The Tahoe “High Route”, this is North Tahoe’s famous overnight ski tour and a great first overnight high and light backcountry ski tour. It's truly a classic overnight ski tour that gives you the chance to refine a myriad of state-of-the-art ski touring skills en route.
From the trip description by International Alpine Guides
On-snow support
- Independent: Below this trip's level of support
Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.
- Hosted: With your guide
Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge.
- Guided: Included
Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability. Instruction is not included.
- Coached: Not confirmed
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
- Backcountry guidingProfessional guiding from AMGA certified and/or trained local ski guides.
Terrain, ability and who it is for
- Required skiing & boarding ability is advanced level at a ski resort.
- Must be comfortable in un-groomed (powder and crud) conditions.
- Some previous backcountry experience required.
- Very good physical shape required with the ability to hike uphill for many hours
- Sport
- Ski + Snowboard
From the trip description by International Alpine Guides
What the price includes
Included
- Lift pass
- Meals · partly
- Transfers · partly
- Avalanche safety equipment (transceiver, shovel, probe)
- Group camping equipment; sleeping bag, pad and backpack if necessary$25 cleaning fee for using the operator's sleeping bags.
- Use of avalanche safety equipment including shovel and avalanche transceiver.
- Professional guiding from AMGA certified and/or trained local ski guides.
- One way lift ticket at Sugar Bowl resort
- Shuttle from Olympic Valley back to Donner Pass
- All group camping equipment and avalanche safety equipment (backcountry ski rentals available).
- Breakfast & dinner while in the backcountry.
- Sleeping bag, pad and backpack if necessary. ($25 cleaning fee for using our sleeping bags)
Not included
- Backcountry ski rentalsAvailable at The Backcountry Store in Truckee.
- Backcountry ski rentals not included but are available at The Backcountry Store in Truckee
Not confirmed by the operator: Lodging, Lesson.
Location
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Dates and prices
- Mar 13 – Mar 14, 20272026/27 · 2 days750 USDCOST: $750 — the page shows "$" without naming a currency; USD read from the US-based operatorAvailableChoose these datesBook on company website
Published as "March 13-14" under "DATES 2027".
- Apr 3 – Apr 4, 20272026/27 · 2 days750 USDCOST: $750 — the page shows "$" without naming a currency; USD read from the US-based operatorAvailableChoose these datesBook on company website
Published as "April 3-4" under "DATES 2027".
Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 24, 2026.
Good To Know
We include your avalanche safety gear, such as avalanche beach, shovel & probe at no extra charge!
From the trip description by International Alpine Guides
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