If you are an experienced skier and prefer to explore and improve at your own pace then one of our 'non instructed' packages may suit you best
Whether you are a skier or a snowboarder, if you would prefer to head off and discover the ski area by yourself or with mates, without the guidance of an instructor, then this is the option for you. You get the same great all-inclusive UCPA package without any instruction.
From the trip description by UCPA
On-snow support
- Independent: Confirmed: no staff on the mountain
Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.
- Hosted: Not included
Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge. Professional guiding and instruction are not included.
- Guided: Not included
Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability. Instruction is not included.
- Coached: Not included
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
Terrain, ability and who it is for
- Riding
- You can descend green and most blue pistes with confidence and control. Typically 1-2 weeks of experience.
- Equipment
- Ski or snowboard
- Age
- 18 - 40: Short Break 4 Day - No Instruction, Ski/Snowboard - No Instruction
- Languages
- The instructors all speak French and English and the instruction will be in both languages (although the level of English is variable).
- Ski/Snowboard - No Instruction: levels Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert, ages 18 - 40
- Short Break 4 Day - No Instruction: levels Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert, ages 18 - 40
- You can descend green and most blue pistes with confidence and control. Typically 1-2 weeks of experience.
- You have good control on all blue pistes. Red pistes in good condition are possible, but you struggle with ice and moguls. You can do some easy black runs, but they are still quite a challenge. You are able to link your turns and focus on body positioning in increasingly difficult conditions.
- You are confident on any kind of piste in the ski area, but some conditions are still challenging (moguls, ice, powder). You can carve effectively on groomed pistes, however your technique is not so consistent on steep or uneven terrain during challenging snow conditions. You can adjust your technique and mix short and long radius turns when required. You spend time in the side country practicing off piste technique.
- Your experience permits you to adapt your technique according to all situations and you can cover the whole mountain with excellent technique; steep slopes, moguls, different kinds of snow. You can link carving and big turns on any kind of terrain. You are relaxed and comfortable off piste in difficult conditions.
- Chamonix is a relatively 'decentralised' ski resort comprising of 5 main smaller ski resorts, and one high mountain lift.
- Brevent and Flegere are arguably the most popular areas, with plenty of altitude, a variety of runs for both expert and beginners alike, as well as a great lift network.
- Being predominantly south facing they receive lots of sun.
- The two areas are connected via a lift, but all the other ski areas are independent of each other.
- Sport
- Ski + Snowboard
- Minimum age
- 18 years
- Adults only
- Yes
From the trip description by UCPA
What the price includes
Included
- Lodging
- Lift pass
- Meals
- BeddingYou make your own bed on arrival and strip it when you leave
- Equipment hireSki or snowboard
- Accommodation
- Lift pass
- All meals
- Bedding
- Ski or snowboard hire
Not included
- Lesson
- Transfers
- Soft & alcoholic drinks
- Tourist taxObligatory tourist tax charged by the local town, £5 on the date checked
- Towels
- Transport to resort
- Insurance
- Soft & alcoholic drinks
- Personal clothing
- Towels
- Optional extra: Airport transfer (Geneva Shared Return Transfer (£73))
- Optional extra: Accommodation in twin room (2 Person Twin Room (SOLD OUT @ £118))
- Obligatory tourist tax charged by the local town (£5 on the flagship course date checked)
Day by day
- Arrival: ArrivalCheck in and registration, evening meal.
- Day 1: Equipment and lift pass issue in the morning, free skiing or snowboarding all day.
- Day 2: Free skiing or snowboarding all day.
- Day 3: Free skiing or snowboarding all day.
- Day 4: Free skiing or snowboarding all day.
- Day 5: Free skiing or snowboarding all day.
- Day 6: Free skiing or snowboarding all day.
- Departure: DepartureThe last day, you have the morning free skiing or snowboarding, check out in the morning and hand equipment back by lunch time (actual time will be communicated once at the centre). Final meal is lunch before leaving resort.
From the trip description by UCPA
Where you stay
Center distance to ski area: 5 minute bus
Center distance to town: 2 minute walk
Room Capacity: 4 to 6, twins available
Center Capacity: 200
Catered: Full board
The centre
Chamonix UCPA is perfectly located just 2 minutes walk from the town centre and the main bars. The centre is a Victorian building complete with a bar, buffet style restaurant, several ski rooms and social areas. From the dining room you have a fantastic view across to Mont Blanc and the Aiguille du Gouter.
Multishare rooms
Chamonix shared rooms are spacious, with most of them having a sink and shower in the room. Toilets are shared on each floor.
Groups who are on our system together as a group are typically roomed together in a combination that works. If group size is bigger than the room size, or if you want your group to be split for rooming, then it's best to email the UCPA centre directly around 2 weeks before travel.
Solo travellers are usually roomed with people of similar age, gender and course.
Twin rooms
There are some twin rooms at UCPA Chamonix, with shower and sinks in the room, but shared bathrooms. They are available to book for a supplement per person when making the booking. Please note single occupancy in twin rooms is not possible as courses are curated on a per bed basis.
Getting There
By Air:
Geneva airport is the nearest airport and the only airport with regular transfers to Chamonix. You would need to arrange onward transport from Geneva Airport to Chamonix. For most trips we can provide transfers, just select the option at checkout.
Airport Transfers:
We offer shared transfers which go from Geneva airport to Chamonix with our transfer provider Mountain Dropoffs.
The transfer takes ~1h30 and is usually in a 9 seater minibus.
There is no timetable, passengers are grouped together based on flight times.
Please log in to your dashboard to enter your flight details as soon as your booking is confirmed and your flights booked, in order that we can book you onto the best possible transfer times, otherwise transfers will be subject to availability at the time that we receive your flight details
By Coach:
Our partner company Snowexpress offers affordable and environmentally friendly travel to the alps. All hold bags and ski bags are included in the price. TYour coach will depart London Victoria on the Friday eveningand will arrive in resort around Saturday lunchtime.
From the trip description by UCPA
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Dates and prices
| Dates | Season | Duration | From | Availability | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 19 – Dec 23, 2026Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 626 GBP£626 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Dec 19 – Dec 26, 2026Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 917 GBP£917 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Dec 23 – Dec 27, 2026Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 626 GBP£626 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Dec 26 – Dec 30, 2026Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 704 GBP£704 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Dec 26, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,049 GBP£1049 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Dec 30, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 704 GBP£704 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 2 – Jan 6, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 554 GBP£554 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 6 – Jan 10, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 599 GBP£599 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 9 – Jan 16, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (£118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 940 GBP£940 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 9 – Jan 13, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 595 GBP£595 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 13 – Jan 17, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 640 GBP£640 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 16 – Jan 20, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 626 GBP£626 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 16 – Jan 23, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 995 GBP£995 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 20 – Jan 24, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 672 GBP£672 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 23 – Jan 30, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,031 GBP£1031 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 27 – Jan 31, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 695 GBP£695 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 30 – Feb 3, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 658 GBP£658 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Jan 30 – Feb 6, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,049 GBP£1049 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Feb 3 – Feb 7, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 704 GBP£704 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Feb 6 – Feb 13, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,040 GBP£1040 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Feb 13 – Feb 20, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,040 GBP£1040 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Feb 20 – Feb 27, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,040 GBP£1040 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Feb 27 – Mar 6, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,040 GBP£1040 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 6 – Mar 10, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 658 GBP£658 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 6 – Mar 13, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,049 GBP£1049 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 10 – Mar 14, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 704 GBP£704 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 13 – Mar 17, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 631 GBP£631 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 13 – Mar 20, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,004 GBP£1004 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 17 – Mar 21, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 676 GBP£676 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 20 – Mar 24, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 581 GBP£581 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 20 – Mar 27, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (£118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 913 GBP£913 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 24 – Mar 28, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers | 2026/27 | 4 days | 626 GBP£626 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
| Mar 27 – Apr 3, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Improver, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert · Lift pass: Chamonix Le Pass + Aiguille du Midi + Montenvers · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 831 GBP£831 per person in a multi-share room, all inclusive as listed (accommodation, all meals, lift pass, equipment hire and any instruction or guiding for this course); tourist tax and transport to resort extra | Limited | Book on company website |
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 19, 2026.
Before you book
- Deposit
- You can book with a £/€100 deposit if your start date is more than 8 weeks away.
- Balance due
- The balance is due either 35 days or 20 days before your trip depending on if you pay in instalments or not.
- Payment plan
- If you paid with a deposit, you have the option to pay an instalment (50% of the balance) up until 35 days before your trip. The second and final instalment is due 20 days before travel. There is no extra cost for using our instalment option.
- Insurance
- Travel insurance is a condition of booking a holiday with Action Outdoors.
Cancellation terms have not been published here. Check with the operator before booking.
Read the operator’s terms ↗Good To Know
Age restriction 18 - 40: Short Break 4 Day - No Instruction, Ski/Snowboard - No Instruction
UCPA age policy: You should be < 41 at the start date of the holiday for 18-40 trips; 18-55 trips: you should be <56 at the start date; 41-44 year olds who have travelled with UCPA before (or travel with someone who has) can book 18-40 trips; 45-55 may request an age exemption; over 55 no exemptions. Please bring your passport or ID card to reception; centres check ages against courses.
Rooms are shared: the multi share option is a bed in a room with other people (usually 4-6 people per room); solo travellers are roomed in a single sex room. Private twin rooms are available in most centres for 2 people travelling together for a supplement; availability is limited and single occupancy in twin rooms is not possible.
You will be required to make your beds on arrival and strip your beds when you leave, and to give your room a clean before you go. Bedding is provided but not towels.
Travel insurance is a condition of booking a holiday with Action Outdoors.
You can book with a £/€100 deposit if your start date is more than 8 weeks away; the balance is due either 35 days or 20 days before your trip depending on if you pay in instalments or not.
Your booking is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation email; it may take up to 24 hours to confirm your booking with UCPA, so don't book travel until you have received confirmation.
Programme information and activity facts are an indication only, providing an outline of how a course may be delivered and are provided for information purposes only.
From the trip description by UCPA
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