Ski holidays in Les 2 Alpes
Enjoy a great snow record, high altitude and glacier skiing in Les 2 Alpes
- Glacier skiing accessible to beginners
- Fantastic destination for groups
- Home to one of the largest snow parks in the Alps
Best for
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Cross-country
Snowboard
Les 2 Alpes at a glance
- French
- Euro (EUR)
- London Gatwick (LGW), London Stansted (STN), Bristol (BRS), Birmingham Int. (BHX), Manchester Int. (MAN), Leeds Bradford (LBA), Edinburgh (EDI), Glasgow Int. (GLA), London Luton (LTN)
Travel included to Les 2 Alpes
Depart on: Saturdays
Fly into: Geneva or Chambéry airport
Transfer time: approx. 2 hours 20 mins to 3 hours 15 mins by coach
Included in your ski holiday to Les Deux Alpes
- Free ski bus service in the resort
- On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Expert based in Les Deux Alpes
- Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, ski highlights and useful information on holiday
- Flights from the UK, accommodation and transfers
Ski & snowboarding information
Best for
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Cross-country
Snowboard
Les 2 Alpes offers snow-sure slopes, vibrant après-ski, and family-friendly facilities, including a new high-speed gondola
Runs
Les 2 Alpes Piste MapAdditional Ski Details
- Ski area:
- 220km
- Resort altitude:
- 1650m
- Ski Altitude:
- 1300m - 3568m
- Snow Cannons:
- 224
- Ski Lifts:
- 42
- Lift Ski Lockers:
- No
Beginner skiing and snowboarding in Les 2 Alpes
There are a selection of beginner slopes close to the resort, for complete beginners, there are five free ski lifts on the lower slopes which do not require a lift pass. Once you have gained your confidence, a lift pass will be required to access the other lifts and pistes. You will then have access to plenty of easy slopes to practice your turns and technique. By the end of the week head up the glacier via the Jandri Express for long cruisy blues.
Intermediates skiing and snowboarding in Les 2 Alpes
There's a large selection of runs for intermediate skiers and boarders as there's a good range of red and black runs throughout the area. There's some fast cruising here especially from the glacier to Toura and in the terrain of the north-facing bowls. There are even some wide cruisy blue rooms on the glacier.
Advanced skiing and snowboarding in Les 2 Alpes
Advanced skiers and snowboarders in Les 2 Alpes will find plenty to test their skills, from steep descents and off-piste adventures to one of the resort’s most famous challenges, the Grand Couloir from Tête Moute. For those seeking untouched snow, the Vallons de la Meije itinerary and the expansive powder fields of the Fée Bowl provide exciting freeride terrain. Freestyle enthusiasts can head to the snowpark at the mid-station, where a variety of kickers, rails, spines and a boardercross course offer endless opportunities to hone tricks and push their limits.
| 6 days |
Season |
Child (5-12) |
Adult (13-64) |
Senior (65-71) |
Grand Senior (72+) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Area Lift Pass | Low | £197 | £246 | £230 | £79 |
| High | £232 | £290 | £271 | £93 |
Lift pass information
Whole Area Lift Pass covers Les Deux Alpes, 2 days skiing in Alpe d'Huez & 1 day in Serre Chevalier (transport extra).
Free lift passes for children under 5 years, issued locally and photo ID required.
Lift pass season dates (2026/27)
- Low season: 12 - 18 Dec
- High season: 19 Dec - 09 Apr
Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.
| 6-day adult package (13+) | Blue |
Red |
Black |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skis | - | £101 | £119 |
| Skis & boots | £117 | £135 | £159 |
| Snowboard | - | £101 | £119 |
| Snowboard & boots | - | £135 | £159 |
| Helmet | £23 | - | - |
| 6-day child package | Child (3-5) |
Child (6-12) |
|---|---|---|
| Skis, boots & helmet | £52 | £96 |
| Snowboard, boots & helmet | - | £96 |
- Blue: ideal for beginners to early intermediates – softer and easier to turn
- Red: suits confident intermediates – more rigid for better stability and control, usually new or one season old
- Black: ideal for strong intermediates and advanced skiers wanting high-performance equipment
Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.
|
Ski tuition |
Season |
Child (5-12) |
Adult (13+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 days AM | Low | £222 |
£222 |
| High | £235 |
£235 |
|
| 6 days PM | Low | £192 |
£192 |
| High | £206 |
£206 |
|
Snowboard tuition |
Season |
Child (8-12) |
Adult (13+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 days AM | Low | - |
£231 |
| High | £245 |
£245 |
|
| 6 days PM | Low | £198 |
£198 |
| High | £211 |
£211 |
| Kids club | Season |
Child (3-5) |
|---|---|---|
|
Piou Piou 6 days AM |
Low |
£231 |
|
High |
£245 |
Tuition information
- Ski and snowboard timings: 9am-12pm (AM) & 2:30pm-5pm (PM)
- Piou Piou timings: 9am-12pm
- Adult AM snowboard tuition low season dates: 03 Jan - 06 Feb & 07 Mar - 13 Mar
- Adult PM snowboard tuition low season dates: 14 Mar - 24 Apr
- Child PM snowboard tuition low season dates: 04 - 24 Apr
- Private tuition is available on request, please call to book
- Child (4-12) lunch is available at £37/day, timings 12pm-2:15pm
Levels of tuition
- Beginner: never skied before
- Level 1: advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes
- Level 2: low intermediate, snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
- Level 3: good intermediate, parallel turns
- Advanced: fully confident on all slopes, looking to improve technique
Season dates (2026/27)
- High season: 20 Dec - 02 Jan & 07 Feb - 06 Mar
- Low season: all other dates
Please ensure you pre-book tuition for high season dates to avoid the ski schools being fully booked.
Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices will be confirmed at time of booking.
Where to stay in Les 2 Alpes
Finding the ideal place to stay in Les 2 Alpes is easy with our wide variety of accommodations. Whether you're looking for a convenient slope-side apartment, charming family-run hotel or you're hoping to make the most of the resort's family friendly vibe, we've got you covered.
Hotel Les Cretes is perfect for keeping everyone happy with its free all-ages kid's clubs and lively entertainment team. For a cosy, family-run gem right in the centre of town, Hotel Serre Palas has stunning mountain views just steps from the lifts and local restaurants. Or, if you want to be right next to the action, Hotel Les Mélèzes has ski-in/ski-out access alongside a wellness area that's perfect for unwinding after a day on the mountain.
Our accommodation in Les 2 Alpes
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Hotel Les Cretes
Les 2 Alpes, France
Ski-in, ski-out convenience All-inclusive meals and drinks Family-friendly with kids' clubs- All Inclusive
- London Gatwick
- Bristol
- Manchester Int.
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Hotel Serre Palas
Les 2 Alpes, France
Quaint family-run hotel Central location in the village Stunning mountain views- Bed & Breakfast
- Manchester Int.
- London Gatwick
- Birmingham Int.
- Bristol
- Edinburgh
- Leeds Bradford
- London Stansted
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Residence Les Clarines
Les 2 Alpes, France
Central location in Les 2 Alpes Extensive wellness area with an indoor and outdoor pool, sauna and steamroom Kids' and teen clubs available for children aged 18 months to 17 years- Self Catering
- Bristol
- Manchester Int.
- London Stansted
- London Gatwick
- Edinburgh
- Leeds Bradford
- Birmingham Int.
- +2 More
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Hotel Le Panorama
Les 2 Alpes, France
Cosy 3-star accommodation Incredible mountain views Near ski lifts and slopes- Full Board
- Bristol
- London Gatwick
- Manchester Int.
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Hotel Les Melezes
Les 2 Alpes, France
Family-run chalet-style hotel Central location near slopes Spa with sauna and jacuzzi- Half Board
- Bristol
- Manchester Int.
- London Stansted
- London Gatwick
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Hotel Ibiza
Les 2 Alpes, France
Pop-culture-inspired decor Indoor pool and wellness area Stunning mountain viewsSpa Facilities Solo Holidays- Half Board
- Bristol
- Manchester Int.
- London Gatwick
Discover Les 2 Alpes
Les 2 Alpes stretches along a spectacular valley which has developed into a popular ski resort from its original mountain origins, with magnificent scenery which can be enjoyed from the top of the glacier. The après ski is lively with an impressive number of shops, bars, restaurants and animated nightlife. The whole resort lies alongside the main pistes so you are never far from one of the many lifts. Les 2 Alpes is a snow-sure mountain resort with over 225 kilometres of slopes - 70% of these slopes being over 2000 metres in altitude, so throughout the season you'll be guaranteed natural snow.
There is no shortage of restaurants in resort and on the mountain, whether you feel like traditional Savoyard cuisine, burger, tapas or a Michelin star meal, there is something for everyone at every budget.
At lunch time. try the La Bergerie Kanata restaurant at the top of the Côte chairlift for authentic Savoyard cuisine, or Refuge des Glaciers for a quick takeaway lunch.
For those looking for an evening meal, there are plenty of choices of restaurants throughout the resort, head to La Patate for regional specialties or Pasta Mia Trattoria for home made pasta and an Aperol Spritz.
Once you have finished skiing for the day a spot for apres is not hard to find, whether you want to sit back with a beer or party the night away you can find it in Les 2 Alpes. Umbrella Bar at the bottom of the Jandri lift attracts crowds with lively music.
For those looking to party the night away there are a handful of late night spots throughout the resort, L'Avalanche nightclub is open until early hours of the morning and has regular parties throughout the winter season.
Many of the hotels and apartments have wellness facilities available for their guests to use. These include the Residence Les Clarines, Hotel Chalet Mounier and the L'Ours Blanc Apartments.
There are lots of shops selling souvenirs and local products. Similarly, there are a number of small supermarkets dotted around the resort for those staying on a self catering basis requiring groceries.
Equipment rental and sports shops are typically open until late in the day so you can maximise your time on the mountain before returning your equipment at the end of your last day.
Travel to Les 2 Alpes
Travel by air
Fly to Geneva or Chambéry:
- Transfer time from Geneva: approx. 3 hours 15 mins by coach
- Transfer time from Chambery: approx. 2 hours 30 mins by coach
- Your transfer to Les 2 Alpes will stop as close as possible to your chosen accommodation. In some cases there may be a couple of minutes' walk due to regulations on where coaches can stop.
Please note that transfer times may vary depending on weather conditions and traffic, particularly during peak season and French school holidays (French school holidays span 18 Dec 26 - 03 Jan 27, 06 Feb - 07 Mar 27 and 03 - 25 Apr 27).
Private transfers are available on request.
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