Ultimate Beginners Guide to Learning to Ski in Tignes

Why Tignes is Perfect for Beginner Skiers

Let’s get something straight – at first glance Tignes might not appear your typical beginner-friendly resort. It’s high, it’s vast, and yes, it can feel intimidating. But it’s actually brilliant for first-timers!

Here’s why you should pick a Tignes ski holiday, for your first learn-to-ski trip to the Alps:

At 2,100m, Tignes precious beginner conditions: guaranteed snow from December through April. Nothing ruins learning to ski more than rocks poking through thin cover or slush at 2pm. I’ve seen beginners struggle on low-altitude slopes in March, when Tignes has perfect learning conditions all day.

What really sets it apart is nine FREE beginner lifts scattered across the resort. Greg from our team spent his first two days exclusively on free lifts, saving €180 on lift passes. That’s unique in the Alps – where many resorts charge from day one.

Five distinct villages with their own beginner areas, mean never fighting crowds for the magic carpet. Purpose-built resorts mean everything is logically laid out. No faffing with medieval street navigation like in older resorts. When you’re ready to progress, you’re already in the heart of the 300km Espace Killy area. No need to change resorts as you improve.

The “Ski Start” three-step program provides structured learning zones. Every major ski school has English-speaking instructors. They understand we need proper tea breaks and constant reassurance.

Fair warning: Tignes’ green runs are steeper than equivalents in the Three Valleys. I thought this a disadvantage until realising – master these and you’ll cruise greens anywhere.

Village by Village Guide to Beginner Slopes & Areas

Tignes Le Lac (2,100m) is Your Best Base for Learning

Beginner central, with the main nursery area in the village heart, surrounded by amenities and accessible from anywhere via the free bus (don’t expect it to stick to the timetable).

For those first tentative snowploughs, the magic carpet has the gentlest gradient in Tignes. 80m long with ample space on both sides, you’re never rushed by some show-off five-year-old. The Rosset chairlift (FREE) takes you up 150m vertical for a gentle 400m descent. Great to practice turns without knackering yourself.

The Lavachet drag lift (also FREE) is slightly steeper, after mastering Rosset. Arrive before 10am or after 2pm to avoid the chaos of ski school rush hour.

Refreshment stops surround the area. Croq Burger for cheap grub with panoramic terrace views of beginners stacking it on the slope. Chevallot bakery by the Rosset chair serves coffee that actually tastes like coffee (not the dishwater some mountain cafés serve) and proper pastries from 8am. SNO Pro Tip: La Cantine makes the best hot-choc in Tignes. No powdered nonsense – this is proper melted chocolate with whipped cream.

Feeling cocky? The Chaudannes chairlift opens up a network of gentle blues including the wonderful Petit Col. Wide, forgiving, and properly scenic… it’s time to explore the mountain!

Tignes Val Claret (2,300m) is Higher But Steeper

Val Claret sits 200m higher than Le Lac, which means even better snow but – and it’s a big ‘but’ – the beginner terrain is noticeably steeper. The Bollin chairlift (FREE) accesses a dedicated beginner zone. If it’s your day one, the gradient can lead to questioning your life choices.

Actually, I take that back, partially… it works brilliantly for confident beginners or those on day two who fancy a challenge. Direct access to Grattalu area is the payoff. A wide boulevard with dedicated slow-skiing lane that leads to proper mountain terrain. I remember Greg declaring it “felt like real skiing, not pratting about in a car park.”

Word of warning: Val Claret is party-central. Mornings can be blissfully quiet, as seasonaires sleep off the night before, but the smell of Jägerbombs put me off my breakfast.

Tignes Le Lavachet is Our ‘Hidden Gem’

Just below Le Lac, Le Lavachet has Tignes’ quietest nursery slopes. The rarely-crowded beginner area gives nervous first-timers space to build confidence.

Limited facilities mean most ski schools go elsewhere – an almost private learning environment. The trade-off is fewer refreshment options and a longer walk to accommodation.

Tignes Les Brévières (1,550m) for Trad Charm

The lowest and most traditional village has a small nursery slope at the base of the Sache gondola. It’s more limited, but perfect for ‘debutants’ staying in this affordable village.

The real advantage is the olde-worlde Alpine atmosphere at lower prices. Stay here and bus to Le Lac for lessons. You’ll save 30% on accommodation, while enjoying authentic Savoyard restaurants.

Tignes 1800/Les Boisses has a Family Focus

A small magic carpet serves this quiet, family-oriented area. While the beginner terrain is limited, it’s perfect for young families wanting a calmer environment. The slopes are really well connect to the main Tignes area once you’re ready to explore.

The FREE Lift System Explained

A 6-day lift pass adds hundreds to your holiday cost, but beginners just don’t need it (at least not for the first two to three days). Here’s your complete guide to skiing for free in Tignes:

Tignes Le Lac

• Magic Carpet (Travelator)
• Rosset Chairlift
• Lavachet Drag Lift

Tignes Val Claret

• Bollin Chairlift
• Pâquerettes Drag Lift (lower section)

Tignes Le Lavachet:

• Primevères Drag Lift

Tignes Les Boisses:

• Small Magic Carpet

Tignes Les Brévières:

• Baby Drag Lift

Most beginners happily use free lifts for 2-3 days before needing a full ski pass. The trick is maximizing your time on each before progressing. Don’t rush – Greg in our team spent three full days on free lifts. He credits this with his solid technique foundation (the other boys tease him otherwise).

Free lifts operate from 9am-5pm in high season (sometimes shorter hours in Jan). There’s no booking required – just turn up and ride. For some you get a free token from nearby ticket offices, but most are open access.

Upgrade to a paid lift pass when you’re confidently linking turns on Rosset or Bollin and craving longer runs. A Tignes-only pass suffices for your first week. Save the full Espace Killy pass for your second trip and buy a well-earned après beer instead.

Ski Schools & Learning Options

Group Lessons – The Social Way to Learn

ESF (École du Ski Français) remains the biggest with 300+ instructors. Beginner groups typically host 8-12 people, meeting at ESF points supposedly clearly marked, but can require detective skills. Look for the red flags near the lifts, not the official signs pointing to thin air. Six-day courses cost around €250-300, running either mornings (9am-12pm) or afternoons (2pm-5pm).

Evolution 2 keeps groups to 8 people max and their instructors can add video analysis – prepare to be horrified by your technique. Their meeting points have heated waiting areas – absolute godsend on those -15°C January mornings. Expect to pay €280-330 for six days.

New Gen gets it. They specialise in teaching Brits, understanding our peculiar fear of drag lifts and desperate need for constant encouragement. “You’re doing brilliantly!” even when you’re clearly not. Groups max out at 6 people, prices run €300-350 for six days, but we think progression is noticeably faster. Plus they don’t judge when you need a coffee break after every third run on day one.

Schools follow roughly the same structure: day one pratting about on nursery slopes (can you even clip in?), days two-three introducing chairlifts (terror then delight, at leaving the drag-lifts), days four-five exploring easy blues (more terror followed by liberation), day six venturing further afield (exhilaration). Book ahead for guaranteed placement. Turn up on the day and you’ll be stuck with whatever’s left (which will be nothing in school holidays).

Meeting points are signposted. In Le Lac, ESF meets by the Rosset lift, Evolution 2 by the magic carpet, and New Gen outside Hotel Montana. Arrive 15 minutes early on day one for equipment checks.

Private Lessons – Fast-Track Learning

At €70-90 per hour (€350-450 per day), private instruction costs significantly more but delivers faster results. Most beginners benefit from a mix – perhaps two private lessons early-on to nail basics, then join a group for social skiing.

Our clients love family private lessons for learning together. They spread the cost while ensuring everyone progresses at their own pace. SNO Pro Tip: Book afternoon slots for up to 20% savings and warmer temperatures.

Kids’ Programs – Starting Young

Children can start at age 3 in most schools’ “Piou-Piou” gardens. These combine skiing with snow play, indoor breaks, and sometimes lunch. Full-day programs (9am-5pm) cost around €300-400 per week.

Remember: under-5s ski free in Tignes. Just present their passport at any ticket office for a complimentary six-day pass. Family lesson packages offer 15% discounts when booking multiple children.

Your First Week – A Day-by-Day Progression Guide

Day 1-2: Finding Your Ski Legs. You’ll start on the magic carpet, practice straight running, gentle stops, and getting up after falls. There will be falls – embrace them – snow is soft. By day two’s end, you should manage controlled descents snowploughing left and right, without looking like Bambi on ice.

Day 3: First Chairlift Experience Today you’ll likely graduate to Rosset or Bollin chairlift. The loading process feels terrifying – “what if I miss? what if I fall off? what if…” – just shuffle forward and sit down, it’s not rocket science. Focus on smooth, linked turns down the longer slope. Celebrate with a vin chaud at the bottom – you’ve earned it.

Day 4: Extending Your Range Time to explore longer green runs. Try multiple descents on different free lifts and possibly some easy blues, building confidence. This is when muscle memory kicks in and skiing starts feeling less like controlled falling.

Day 5: Blue Run Introduction Your instructor will pick an easy blue like Petit Col or lower Grattalu. These feel properly steep initially. I watched Greg stand at the top of his first blue for five minutes, before his instructor basically pushed him off. Same techniques apply, just point ’em downhill and trust your training. The big fight, that lets you actually ski, is to not lean back as the slope gets steeper. ‘Bend ze knees’ from your French instructor helps to keep pressure on shins in the front of your boots.

Day 6-7: Mountain Exploration Now you’re getting somewhere. Maybe attempt the Myrtilles run to Les Brévières for lunch (start early as it’s longer than you think) or explore the gentler slopes around Tignes 1800. Your instructor might even suggest Val d’Isère if conditions suit. Don’t get cocky though – one good day doesn’t make you Jean-Claude Killy. For many beginners, the goal by the end of this first week skiing in Tignes is to be able to ski over to La Folie Douce – perhaps the most famous apres ski in the world – just remember you have to ski back, when buying that third round of Jaeger-bombs!

Best Beginner Runs Beyond the Nursery Slopes

Green Runs for Building Confidence

Pâquerettes (Val d’Isère side) – Worth the journey for its consistent gentle gradient and stunning views. Access via Daille gondola, this 3km cruiser builds stamina without technical challenges.

Genepy – Tignes’ easiest proper mountain run, winding down from Aiguille Percée. Wide, well-groomed, and usually quiet after lunch.

Myrtilles – Tree-lined section into Les Brévières provides weather protection if it’s wild out, and variable terrain. It’s longer than expected (4km), so start early and stop for lunch in the village.

Easy Blues for Progression

Grattalu – This boulevard run features a dedicated slow lane on skier’s right. Gradient varies enough to interest without intimidating. Views across to Grande Motte glacier are to die for.

Petit Col – Accessed from Chaudannes chair, this short blue offers the perfect step up from greens. Wide, consistent pitch, and leads back to familiar territory in Le Lac.

Rhododendron-Mélèzes-Myrtilles – This epic descent from Aiguille Rouge to Les Brévières covers 1,200m vertical over 8km. Yes, it’s marked blue, but take it steady and it’s completely manageable by day five. The sense of achievement is incredible!

Perce Neige – Via Grand Huit chairlift, this run offers everything: gentle starts, steeper middle sections, and flat run-outs. Test your full skill set.

The Loop – Starting from Palafour lift in Le Lac, this circuit takes you around the frozen lake via Merles lift to Val Claret. It’s more a scenic tour than challenging skiing – ideal for building mileage.

Equipment & Practical Advice

Rental Shops – Getting Properly Equipped

Every village has multiple rental shops, but quality varies massively. Skiset in Le Lac has premium beginner equipment with free daily exchanges if something doesn’t feel right – crucial when you discover those boots are instruments of medieval torture. Precision Ski in Val Claret includes free overnight storage. Avoiding the morning boot-carry!

Beginner packages (skis, boots, poles) cost €100-150 per week. SNO Pro Tip: Don’t go ultra-budget because crap equipment makes learning harder. Modern beginner skis are shorter, lighter, and more forgiving than the planks of death they used to foist on novices in my day. Ask specifically for “debutant” models, not whatever skis they have easiest to hand.

Book ahead for discounts and to skip morning queues. Most shops open at 8am, but my insider tip – reserve fitting appointments the evening before. Morning fittings are bedlam with everyone trying to get sorted before being late for lessons.

What to Wear – The Comfort Formula

Forget looking like you’ve stepped out of a Chanel advert – comfort beats style every time. Start with thermal base layers (avoid cotton like the plague – it gets wet and stays wet). Add an insulating mid-layer, then waterproof jacket and trousers. You’ll be shedding layers by 11am once you start moving properly.

Essentials checklist:

• Proper ski socks (ONE pair – doubling up creates blisters – I learned that the hard way)
• Waterproof gloves (mittens are warmer but pole handling is trickier)
• Helmet (usually €30-40 rental, non-negotiable these days)
• Goggles AND sunglasses (March/April sun reflects off snow like a laser)
• Neck warmer (more practical than scarves that get caught in lifts)
• Sun cream (factor 30 minimum – seasonaire-nose is not a good look)

Budget around €300 for basic gear from Decathlon, €600 if you want kit that’ll last years without falling apart. Avoid fashion-first brands that prioritise looking good in the gondola over actual warmth.

Getting Around – Navigation Made Easy

Tignes’ free bus system runs every 20 minutes between villages from 8am-8pm, extending to midnight in peak season. Download the “Tignes Live” app for real-time bus tracking.

Walking in ski boots requires a deliberate heel-first technique. Keep buckles loose while walking, tighten before skiing. Most accommodation offers ski lockers – use them rather than carrying equipment daily.

SNO Pro tip: Le Lac’s beginner area has lockers 50m from the slopes (€5/day). Perfect for storing lunch, spare layers, and afternoon snacks.

What Beginners Need to Know about Lift Passes

The moment of truth: when do you need to buy a ski pass? Once you’re confidently descending Rosset or Bollin and craving longer runs. Typically day three or four.

Tignes-only passes suit most beginners:

• Half-day: €48 (from 12:30pm)
• One day: €62
• Six days: €310

The Tignes-Val d’Isere (formerly Espace Killy) pass costs 20% more but beginners probably won’t ski beyond the Tignes side. Save it for your second trip when you can truly explore the full area.

Book ahead with us to have your lift pass ready and waiting. If you want to wait and see how it goes in resort, online there are sometimes 10% discounts. Collect passes from automatic machines using your booking reference – no queuing required. The hands-free gate system means you should keep the pass in a left-side pocket for smooth lift access.

Some ski schools include lift passes in package deals, potentially saving €50-70. Check before booking separately.

Where to Stay & Best Locations for Beginners

Le Lac wins for convenience. Everything centers around the main beginner area, with abundant restaurants, shops, and après-ski options. Hotel Montana has true ski-in/ski-out access to nursery slopes. Les Campanules apartments provide space and kitchen facilities 200m from lifts.

Les Brévières is the best value, with prices 30-40% lower than central Tignes. The trade-off is a 20-minute bus ride to main beginner areas. Good for budget-conscious learners happy to commute.

Val Claret suits confident beginners or those planning just 2-3 days’ learning before exploring. The party atmosphere won’t suit some families, but twentysomethings love the buzz.

Le Lavachet bridges the gap – quieter than Val Claret, cheaper than Le Lac, with its own beginner slopes. Résidence Curling offers great value with pool access.

For families, Les Boisses has apartment-style accommodation in a calmer setting. The Résidence Home Club here features a kids’ club and swimming pool.

Learn everything about ski holidays in Tignes or browse accommodation for an idea of price range.

Confidence Building Tips from Instructors

Fear-management separates struggling beginners from rapid progressers. Accept that everyone falls – even instructors. Greg reckons his breakthrough came when he stopped fighting the mountain and started sliding with it. On day three I watched the rigidity leave his body – his ultra-focussed rictus morphing into a smile.

Physical preparation helps enormously. Basic squats and lunges in the weeks before arrival build crucial leg strength. Yoga or at least regular stretching improves flexibility and balance. Even 10 minutes daily makes a noticeable difference.

Mental techniques that work:

• Visualise successful runs before attempting – this is not BS, it genuinely helps
• Focus on where you want to go, not what you want to avoid
• Breathe deeply at the top of each run (google parasympathetic breathing if you’re a panicker)
• Set micro-goals: “reach that piste marker” rather than “ski the whole run”

Common beginner mistakes:

• Leaning back (creates loss of control)
• Looking down (your body follows your eyes)
• Death-gripping poles (relaxed hands equal relaxed skiing)
• Skiing too fast too soon (speed comes naturally with technique)

Know when to push versus rest. Morning sessions typically yield better learning when you’re fresh. If frustration builds, take a break. Forcing through fatigue creates bad habits and increases injury risk.

Beyond Skiing: Rest Day Activities

Mixed-ability groups particularly appreciate Tignes’ non-skiing options. While your expert friends tackle black runs, you can enjoy equally rewarding experiences on a rest afternoon.

Le Lagon aquatic center features a 25m pool, kids’ splash area, and wellness zone with saunas and steam rooms. Entry costs €8 adults, €6 children. The outdoor hot tub with mountain views justifies the price alone.

Tignespace has everything under one roof. Indoor climbing (€12), squash courts (€15/hour), fitness center, and Europe’s highest underground cinema. The climbing wall includes beginner-friendly routes with auto-belays.

Ice skating on the natural rink in Le Lac costs €7 including skate rental. Evening sessions under floodlights feel magical. The six-lane bowling alley nearby has surprisingly good pizza.

For adventure without skis, try:

• Snowshoeing (€35 guided half-day)
• Ice driving (€90 for 20 minutes of controlled slides)
• Paragliding tandem flights (€120 for 15-minute flights)
• Snake gliss (toboggan train) evening descents (€25)

Shopping ranges from practical (three supermarkets) to indulgent (surprising number of boutiques). The Thursday market in Le Lac sells local cheeses, charcuterie, and crafts.

Best Dining Spots for Beginners

On-Mountain Lunch Spots

La Ferme des Trois Capucines (bottom of Chaudannes) has a sun-trap terrace accessible to beginners. Their €15 plat du jour includes proper Savoyard cooking without altitude pricing.

Lo Soli (top of Chaudannes) requires just one easy chairlift but feels properly “up the mountain.” The tartiflette here is legendary, and the panoramic deck accommodates 200 on sunny days.

L’Arbina in Le Lac sits slope-side, for watching better skiers while enjoying reasonably-priced crepes and vin chaud. Their €12 burger-and-chips deal fuels my afternoon sessions.

Resort Restaurants

Le Caveau in Le Lac excels at traditional Savoyard cuisine. Their fondue Savoyarde (€24pp) provides the authentic Alpine experience. Book ahead in peak season.

Pizzeria La Paignatta in Val Claret serves excellent pizzas in an unpretentious atmosphere. Prices are reasonable (€12-18) despite the central location.

For special occasions, La Table de Jeanne in Les Brévières delivers fine dining at altitude-adjusted prices. Their €38 menu surprises with creativity and quality.

Quick lunch options abound. Croq’Burger does exactly what it says, while Marmottons bakery produces fresh sandwiches from 7am. The Sherpa supermarket sells picnic supplies if you prefer to eat slope-side.

Safety & Mountain Awareness

Understanding piste markers prevents anxiety and accidents. Green circles mark easiest runs, blue squares indicate easy slopes, red triangles denote of intermediate terrain, black diamonds warn for experts only. Orange rectangles show slope direction, while yellow signs indicate slower skiing zones.

Weather changes rapidly at altitude. Morning sunshine can become afternoon whiteout. Always carry:

• Piste map (waterproof versions available free, but the app for Tignes is quite good too)
• Phone with emergency numbers saved
• Extra layer in backpack
• Snacks and water
• Sunglasses AND goggles

If you get stuck on a too-difficult slope, don’t panic. Side-slipping (sliding sideways) gets you down anything. If truly overwhelmed, sit safely to the side and ask passing skiers for help – mountain etiquette means someone will assist or go and tell the next lift station if you’re really stuck.

Emergency numbers: Mountain rescue (PGHM) – 04 79 06 70 20 or European emergency 112. Comprehensive insurance is essential. Slope rescue costs at least €400+ and helicopter evacuation can exceed €4,000.

Budget Planning for Beginners

Right, let’s talk money – because ski holidays aren’t cheap and anyone who says otherwise is having you on. Here’s the honest breakdown for a week’s beginner skiing in Tignes (based on 2026 prices):

Essential Costs:

• Accommodation: £600-2000pp (happy with bunks, want your own bathroom, or love luxury)
• Lift pass (4 days): £200-250 (yes, those first days of free lifts save a fortune)
• Ski school (6 days): £250-350
• Equipment rental: £100-150
• Transfers: £100-350pp return

Additional Expenses:

• Lunches: €15-25 daily (€8 if you’re happy with a sandwich, or ask us about Tignes All-Inclusive)
• Dinners: €25-40 daily (more if you hit the fondue hard, so we recommend a catered package)
• Drinks/après-ski: €5-8 per beer (€10+ in flashy bars)
• Activities: €100-200 for ice skating, swimming, etc.

Total realistic budget: £1,000-2,000pp for a week. Anyone quoting less is quietly not counting lots of the smaller costs that add up. The best value is often going all-inclusive, especially if you want kids clubs and childcare along with lessons.

Money-saving tactics that actually work:

• Book accommodation with kitchen facilities (save €200+ avoiding restaurant dinners)
• Picnic lunches on sunny days (the French do it, why shouldn’t we?)
• Happy hours 4-6pm in most bars (half-price beers do exist!)
• Stay in Les Brévières and take the bus (up to 30% cheaper, 20 minutes extra travel)
• Book everything by September for early-bird discounts
• Avoid February half-term unless you must ski then (prices double)

Free activities include hiking the prepared winter trails (surprisingly good), watching ice hockey matches (brutal but entertaining), and enjoying live bands in bars most nights.

FAQs for First-Time Skiers in Tignes

Is Tignes really suitable for complete beginners? Yes! The combination of guaranteed snow, free lifts, and multiple learning areas makes it ideal. Those steeper greens? You’ll thank me later when you’re not struggling on some slushy nursery slope in Andorra.

How many days of lessons do I need? Most adults get the basics in 3-4 days, becoming confident on blues by day six. Kids often get it faster, the jammy little sods. Book six days but keep afternoon options flexible – you might want to practice solo or splurge on private lessons if group dynamics aren’t progressing you fast enough.

Can I learn without lessons? Technically yes, realistically no. Even athletic people benefit massively from professional instruction. I’ve seen too many self-taught heroes with technique so bad it makes instructors weep. Bad habits learned early take years to fix (I personally might be the worst self-taught exemplar). Just pay for the bloody lessons.

What if I hate it? It happens occasionally. Usually to people who were dragged along without lessons by over-enthusiastic partners. Tignes has enough alternatives to salvage your holiday. Most beginners find day one hard, tolerate day two, and are planning their next trip by day three. Give it a proper chance.

Should I book lessons in advance? Absolutely. Turn up in February half-term without booking and you’ll be learning at 3pm with a instructor who drew the short straw. Pre-booking guarantees placement and saves 10-15%. Plus you can research schools properly rather than panicking on day one.

Will altitude affect me? Most people feel slightly breathless initially. Drink loads of water, skip the welcome drinks on night one, and don’t try to be a hero. Proper altitude sickness at Tignes levels is rare – you’re not in the Himalayas.

What about non-skiing partners? Between spa facilities, sports center, shopping, and mountain restaurants accessible by pedestrian lifts, non-skiers can have holidays almost as good as the skiers. Just don’t rub it in when they’re sitting in a hot tub while you’re face-planting on the nursery slope.

Ask for Greg at SNO, for expert help booking your first ski holiday in Tignes

Booking Your Tignes Beginner Holiday

Best times for beginners:

• Early December: Empty slopes, lower prices, festive atmosphere building
• Mid-January: Post-holiday calm, excellent snow, accommodation deals (I learned here in January 2023 – perfect)
• March: Longer days, warmer temperatures, corn snow that’s forgiving on falls

Busier dates:

• Christmas/New Year: Xmas is actually not very expensive anymore, but NY can be
• February half-term (UK week 3): British school holidays are the dearest week of the winter
• Easter: Variable snow lower down, but less than peak prices make Easter the new fave

Package vs. DIY booking: Look, packages simplify life. One payment, transfers sorted, someone to complain to if it goes wrong. DIY booking can save a little money, if you’re prepared to spend hours comparing options, but we mostly kid ourselves by not adding up all the many extras that a package would have included.

First-timers? Go package. You’ve got enough to think about, without wondering if the transfer driver will actually turn up.

Essential booking checklist:

• Accommodation walking distance from beginner slopes, or easy bus route
• Return transfers from Geneva/Lyon/Chambéry
• Ski school place confirmed (not just “we’ll sort it when you arrive”)
• Equipment rental reserved (or you’ll get the crap skis)
• Lift pass requirements understood
• Proper insurance (not that freebie from the bank – it must include ‘winter sports cover’)
• Airport parking/train tickets
• Actual ski clothes (not your hiking gear)

Special beginner packages can bundle accommodation, lessons, and equipment at decent savings. Call us between earlier if you can, in May-September when our suppliers are desperate for early bookings – we see earlybird discounts hit 25%.

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Ready to start your skiing journey in Tignes? With guaranteed snow, free beginner lifts, and world-class instruction, you’ve picked a proper resort to learn in. Remember every expert skier once stood nervously at the top of a nursery slope thinking “what the hell am I doing?”

Your adventure starts here. Browse Tignes package deals or call us for friendly advice and to propose the ideal options for you – 020 7770 6888