Discover ski touring and enjoy your first overnight trip with a 3 day excursion into the Massif des Cerces
You already have good experience of off piste and want to discover ski touring in one of the most beautiful regions of the alps. Take the time to explore away from the beaten track, this programme will see you enjoying long days in the mountains and putting in the effort to reach unfrequented areas. You will be rewarded with unforgettable descents in a well preserved and peaceful environment.
From the trip description by UCPA
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.
- Coached: Included
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
- CourseSki touring course: 5 guided days; ratio 1:8
- Backcountry guidingGuided ski tours with UCPA guides; full ski touring and avalanche equipment provided where included
Terrain, ability and who it is for
- Riding
- You have never done ski touring before, or you are not confident enough yet to do Touring Level 2. You are at least Advanced level on piste and should have some experience off piste depending on the course.
- Equipment
- Full ski touring and avalanche gear (not on all courses - check below)
- Age
- 18 - 40: Ski Tour Introduction, intro to multi-day ski touring; 18 - 55: Ski Tour - Queyras Traverse, intro to multi-day splitboarding
- Languages
- The instructors all speak French and English and the instruction will be in both languages (although the level of English is variable).
- Ski Tour - Queyras Traverse: levels Expert, Off Piste 3, Touring 3, ages 18 - 55
- Ski Tour Introduction: levels Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 1, Touring 1, ages 18 - 40
- intro to multi-day ski touring: levels Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 2, Touring 2, ages 18 - 40
- intro to multi-day splitboarding: levels Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 3, ages 18 - 55
- You have never done ski touring before, or you are not confident enough yet to do Touring Level 2. You are at least Advanced level on piste and should have some experience off piste depending on the course.
- The Serre Chevalier ski area is one of the largest ski areas in Europe stretching down the length of an enormous alpine valley.
- Despite the high proportion of sunny days the snow generally stays in very good condition due to the north facing aspect of the slopes.
- Serre Chevalier has a total of 68 lifts giving access to over 250km of piste with an excellent selection across the grades.
- For beginners there are a number of easier pistes dotted across the mountainside plus a moderate run descending from pretty much every lift allowing beginners a bit more freedom to roam than in other resorts.
- 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
- Lesson
- Avalanche safety kit (transceiver, shovel, probe)Batteries for the transceiver are not included
- BeddingYou make your own bed on arrival and strip it when you leave
- Equipment hireFull ski touring and avalanche gear (not on all courses - check below)
- Accommodation
- Lift pass
- All meals
- Instruction & guiding
- Off piste equipment – beacon, shovel, probe
- Off piste skis, boots & poles
- Snowboard & boots
- Bedding
Not included
- Transfers
- Soft & alcoholic drinks
- Tourist taxObligatory tourist tax charged by the local town, £6 on the date checked
- Towels
- Transport to resort
- Insurance
- Soft & alcoholic drinks
- Personal clothing
- Towels
- Optional extra: Airport transfer (Turin Shared Return Transfer (£64); Grenoble Shared Return Transfer (£114))
- Optional extra: Accommodation in twin room (2 Person Twin Room (SOLD OUT @ £118))
- Obligatory tourist tax charged by the local town (£6 on the flagship course date checked)
Day by day
- Arrival: ArrivalCheck in and registration at 18:00, evening meal. Dinner served until 20:30.
- Day 1: Equipment and lift pass issue in the morning and breakfast. Free skiing. In the evening there will be a 'welcome meeting' to explain the layout and any events throughout the week.
- Day 2: Spend the morning skiing in Serre Chevalier to verify the level of the group and work on technique. The afternoon will focus on a safety session to revise the use of safety equipment and learn about touring safely off piste.
- Days 3–4: First ski touring ascent with hints and tips to support your uphill technique. The tour will cover a minimum of 500m of height gain. End up back at the UCPA centre for the night. Learning to put on your skins, discovering conversions, technique for climbing “efficiency”, everything you need to build confidence in the backcountry!
- Days 5–6: Use the skills that you have developed and depart for a 2 day touring trip towards Cervières and Le Laus, the exact tours will vary depending on the group ability and mountain conditions. These two towns located to the South East of Briançon are an ideal starting point for varied ski touring routes. You will spend the night of Thursday evening in a mountain lodge. Expect between 500m - 1000m height gain per day with summit trips to experience the best views in the area, and of course some incredible descents. Transfer back to the UCPA on Friday evening.
- Departure: DepartureThe last day, you have the morning free skiing, check out in the morning and hand equipment back after 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: 0m
Center distance to town: 3 minutes
Room Capacity: 3 to 6 person rooms, twins available
Center Capacity: 334
Catered: Full board
The centre
The UCPA centre in Serre Chevalier is located at the foot of the piste in the main village of Villeneuve. You can ski straight from the centre in the morning and straight back to it in the evening, Villeneuve is also the ideal location from which to explore the valley with the best lift access and a good bus service.
The centre is one of nicest UCPA centres in a modern building with a fantastic sun deck overlooking the slopes and an outdoor heated pool (closed for the 23/24 season). All the usual UCPA services are present, with various social areas and a lovely bar for après ski drinks.
Multishare rooms
UCPA Serre Chevalier shared rooms are spacious, with most of them having been recently renovated. Most rooms have a sink and shower, with loos being shared on each floor. The rooms are in 3, 4 and 6 person capacities.
Groups who book together are typically roomed together in a combination that works. Solo travellers are usually roomed with people of similar age, gender and course. It is not possible to make specific rooming requests, but the centre will do their best to accommodate everyone.
Twin rooms
There are some twin rooms at UCPA Serre Chevalier, with each room having a shower and a sink, but shared loos on each floor. 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:
The nearest airport to Serre Chevalier is Turin in Italy (132km), followed by Grenoble (150km). Both airports have a good selection of flights throughout the winter to meet the extra seasonal demand.
Airport Transfers:
We offer an airport transfer service from Turin and Grenoble airports on Saturdays.
If you would like to use this service please select either 'Turin Airport Transfer’ or 'Grenoble airport transfer' under travel options on the booking screen (transfer prices are for the return journey).
We offer an airport transfer service from Turin airport on Saturdays with our local transfer partner. If you would like to use this service please select 'Turin Airport Transfer’ under travel options on the booking screen. The journey is 120km and takes approximately 2.5 hours but can vary due to weather and traffic conditions.
Arrival. Our transfer partner runs buses from Turin to Serre Chevalier at 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00 & 21:00.Therefore the last flight arrival should be at 20:00.
Departure buses leave at 05:25, 07:25, 09:25, 11:25, 13:25 & 15:250. So the earliest flight served would be 10:00.
From the trip description by UCPA
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Dates and prices
| Dates | Season | Duration | From | Availability | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2 – Jan 9, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 40 · Levels: Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 1, Touring 1 · Lesson hours: 5 guided days · Ratio 1:8 · Lift pass: Serre Chevalier · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,090 GBP£1090 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: Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 1, Touring 1 · Lesson hours: 5 guided days · Ratio 1:8 · Lift pass: Serre Chevalier · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,217 GBP£1217 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: Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 2, Touring 2 · Lesson hours: 5 guided days · Ratio 1:8 · Lift pass: Full area · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,254 GBP£1254 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: Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 1, Touring 1 · Lesson hours: 5 guided days · Ratio 1:8 · Lift pass: Serre Chevalier · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,272 GBP£1272 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: Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 2, Touring 2 · Lesson hours: 5 guided days · Ratio 1:8 · Lift pass: Full area · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,272 GBP£1272 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 - 55 · Levels: Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 3 · Lesson hours: 9 sessions · Ratio 1:8 · Lift pass: Full area · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,326 GBP£1326 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 26 – Mar 5, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 55 · Levels: Expert, Off Piste 3, Touring 3 · Lesson hours: 6 ski tours · Ratio 1:7 · Lift pass: Full area | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,208 GBP£1208 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: Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 2, Touring 2 · Lesson hours: 5 guided days · Ratio 1:8 · Lift pass: Full area · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,263 GBP£1263 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: Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 2, Touring 2 · Lesson hours: 5 guided days · Ratio 1:8 · Lift pass: Full area · Twin room supplement per person (SOLD OUT @ £118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,272 GBP£1272 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 12 – Mar 19, 2027Choose these datesAges 18 - 55 · Levels: Expert, Off Piste 3, Touring 3 · Lesson hours: 6 ski tours · Ratio 1:7 · Lift pass: Full area | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,208 GBP£1208 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: Advanced, Expert, Off Piste 2, Touring 2 · Lesson hours: 5 guided days · Ratio 1:8 · Lift pass: Full area · Twin room supplement per person (£118) | 2026/27 | 7 days | 1,226 GBP£1226 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: Ski Tour Introduction, intro to multi-day ski touring
Age restriction 18 - 55: Ski Tour - Queyras Traverse, intro to multi-day splitboarding
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.
Batteries for the transceiver are not included; bring brand new ones (4xAA and 4xAAA suggested) or buy them from reception.
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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