Adventure · France
Ski Morzine
Arrive on your own; a group of about 4 are with you the whole way.
30 Jan 2027 – 6 Feb 2027 7 nights from £1,199pp own travel
Discover the Gateway to the Sun
The huge Portes du Soleil offers a seemingly endless expanse of runs and no fewer than 12 individual resorts to explore. The skiing is not only expansive, but also includes lots of high altitude in wide open snow bowls above 2,000m, so whenever you travel, the snow follows! There are also plenty of picturesque tree lined runs down to many of the villages including Morzine and Les Gets. From the contemporary architecture of Avoriaz to the chocolate box charm of Morzine, the area offers variety to suit all tastes, and there are long, leisurely ski days to be enjoyed, crossing over to Switzerland before skiing back to France.
The Portes du Soleil (or Gateway to the Sun) ski area is arguably the biggest internationally and perfect for all level of skiers & boarders. Giving access to 650km of pistes and 197 lifts across France & Switzerland with Morzine as its unofficial capital, proving to be a great base also suited to non-skiers.
Availability and pricing
| Option | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Ski Morzine | ||
| Own flight without transfers | £1199.00 | 6 places left |
| London Gatwick | £1439.00 | 14 places left |
| Birmingham | £1499.00 | 10 places left |
| Edinburgh | £1539.00 | 9 places left |
| Manchester | £1539.00 | 14 places left |
| Birmingham ski carriage | £84.00 | Available |
| Edinburgh Ski Carriage | £84.00 | Available |
| Gatwick ski carriage | £84.00 | Available |
| Manchester ski carriage | £84.00 | Available |
| Ski Morzine - Accommodation | ||
| Place in a double share room (must be 2) | £0.00 | 2 places left |
| Place in a twin share room | £0.00 | 12 places left |
| Place in a single room | £250.00 | Sold out |
Why you'll love this holiday
- The Le Cret is a walk from the Super Morzine lift, with a pool and sauna after.
- Morzine links straight into Les Gets and Avoriaz on 650km of piste.
- Seven evening meals in the hotel, so no hunting for a table after skiing.
Where you'll go
Morzine is a picturesque, Savoyard town, set in a beautiful valley with traditional chalet style architecture. The local, friendly skiing terrain is perfect for beginners and intermediates with the Pleney pistes overlooking the town and the 49 lifts linked with Les Gets on the local lift pass. This is accessed by the fast moving Pleney lift with 10 person gondolas. The other side of the valley will take you to the skiing and boarding mecca of Avoriaz with plentiful blues for stylish cruising and the four snow parks and the snow cross course. Morzine is superbly situated in one of the largest linked international ski areas of the world with an enormous 650km of piste.
Ski and Snowboard Information
Skiing levels
Beginner 5/5
Intermediates 5/5
Advanced 4/5
Snowboard 4/5
Mountain facts
Ski area - 150 km
Runs – Green 34, Blue 119, Red 101, Black 32
Longest run 11 Km
Snowparks - 2 in Morzine and 4 in Avoriaz which also has a snowcross course.
Lifts- Drag lifts 105, Chairlifts 78, Cablecars 4
Slope direction - N,E,S,W
Ski/resort bus - Yes
Spice Escapes Skiing Ability Scale
Level 1~10 - Morzine has very good ski schools it is suited all levels of skier
1) First time skier, totally new to the sport (Beginner)
2) Second week skier OR has had lessons at snow dome and/or dry ski slopes (Beginner Plus)
3) Skied a few weeks and happy on green and blue runs (Lower Intermediate)
4) Skiing parallel on blues and starting to tackle reds (Intermediate)
5) Okay on reds and starting to tackle blacks (Upper Intermediate)
6) Can get down blacks, but struggles on bumps (Lower Advanced)
7) Happy on most groomed blacks and easy bumps, but finds steep bumps and off piste tricky (Advanced)
8) Can ski all bar steepest bumps and ski off piste with style except with deep powder and in poor snow conditions (Upper Advanced)
9) No problems: can ski everywhere in all manner of snow conditions (Expert)
10) Professional skier, instructor, freerider etc
Snowboarding - Morzine offers some great opportunities
While this scale can be used to assist in your selection of resort it should be noted that all ski areas have ski schools that will be able to cater for all levels of skier in group lessons from beginner through to intermediate. If you are more advanced and really want to hone your skills you may want to consider one to one lessons.
Morzine is a picturesque, Savoyard town, set in a beautiful valley with traditional chalet style architecture. The local, friendly skiing terrain is perfect for beginners and intermediates with the Pleney pistes overlooking the town and the 49 lifts linked with Les Gets on the local lift pass. This is accessed by the fast moving Pleney lift with 10 person gondolas. The other side of the valley will take you to the skiing and boarding mecca of Avoriaz with plentiful blues for stylish cruising and the four snow parks and the snow cross course. Morzine is superbly situated in one of the largest linked international ski areas of the world with an enormous 650km of piste.
What's included
- International flights if selected
- Transfers
- Hold Luggage
- Accommodation at the 3* Le Cret Hotel (local rating)
- 6 breakfasts & 7 evening meals
Not included
- Single supplement if required
- Local resort tax
- Personal travel Insurance
- Drinks & some meals
- Optional extras.
- Ski Requirements (2026 prices as a guide) – Area Lift Pass €366; Ski hire from £140; Ski Carriage £84
Travel and where you'll stay
Accommodation is in the Hotel Le Cret, walking distance from the resort centre and the Super Morzine Lift, with restaurant, lounge bar, and large theatre great for dancing. Also for your relaxing time there is a swimming pool, sauna & steam room and free WiFi.
Hotel facilities include - wellness and relaxation centre with three indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a steam room and Jacuzzi, as well as a massage area and beauty treatments. Rooms offer terrace or balcony, overlooking the park and the mountain, phone, free WIFI access, TV with digital channels, safe deposit box, hair dryer and welcome products.
Getting there — flights to Geneva
Departing from London Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester or Edinburgh.
London Gatwick
Birmingham
Manchester
Edinburgh
These are the times currently scheduled. Airlines change them, sometimes months before departure, so please treat them as provisional rather than final.
Before you travel
Passport validity
For UK passport holders your passport must be:
- issued less than 10 years before the day you enter (check the "date of issue")
- valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the "expiry date")
You must check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date.
Entry rules for EU travel — EES, ETIAS and your GHIC
EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
The Entry/Exit System (EES) is being introduced gradually across the external borders of the European countries that use it, including the collection of biometric data such as a facial image and fingerprints. Passports continue to be stamped as usual in the meantime.
Further information: travel-europe.europa.eu/ees
ETIAS
UK citizens will eventually need a travel authorisation (ETIAS) to enter the European countries that require it for short stays. It is linked to your passport and valid for up to three years. There is no confirmed start date yet — we will let everyone know when it is required and how to apply.
Global Health Insurance Card
A UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC), or a still-valid EHIC, gives you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the EU. It is not a replacement for travel insurance.
Travel insurance
Please ensure that you have adequate personal travel insurance to suit your requirements in place before you travel.
Who else is going
The question everyone asks and nobody wants to.
- On this departure
- 4 people booked The operator's own count for this trip — you'd make 5. It can still grow before you travel.
- Travelling alone
- Most people book on their own
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Before you book
Will I be the only one on my own?
No. Almost everyone books on their own — that is the whole point of the trip. Nobody has to pair up and nobody sits on their own at dinner unless they want to.
Do I have to share a room?
Only if you want to. Sharing a twin with another solo traveller of the same sex costs nothing extra, and it is how most people keep the price down. If you would rather have a room to yourself, you can — see the single-room price on the trip you are looking at.
Is there a single supplement?
There is a charge for a room of your own and it varies a great deal by trip, so the honest answer is the figure on the holiday you are looking at rather than an average. What there is not is any obligation to pay it: sharing a twin with another solo traveller of the same sex costs nothing extra, and it is a genuine option rather than a token one.
Every holiday with a single room available, and what each one costs, is listed on single rooms and single supplements.
How big is the group?
Small enough to learn everyone’s name in the first day or two. Group sizes vary by trip and are listed on each holiday.
What does the host actually do?
Your host is there to make your holiday feel easy, welcoming and fun. They travel with the group throughout the trip, help everyone get to know each other, keep things running smoothly and are there if you need anything along the way.
They’re not a traditional holiday rep — they’re part of the group, sharing the experience with you and helping make sure nobody feels left out.
Is my money protected?
Yes. Payments are held in a bonded trust account and the holidays are ATOL protected under licence 9046.
What age are the other travellers?
It varies by trip. Most groups span a wide range of ages with a shared interest in the destination rather than a shared birth year.
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — 18. Spice Escapes holidays are adults only.
Most people who travel with us are in their forties and beyond, but that is who books rather than a rule. There is no upper age limit, and two people travelling together do not need to be a similar age: a daughter in her thirties travelling with her mother in her sixties is an ordinary booking.
What travellers say
4.9/5 from 63 reviews on Google
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