Private Ski Transfers to Les Houches
Les Houches ski resort is only 6km away from Chamonix. Its ski domain extends from an altitude of 950 meters up to 1900 meters. Trademark of Les Houches is beautiful panorama views towards Mont Blanc. Les Houches is the start/finish of the popular Tour du Mont Blanc, a 7-10 day walk around the base of the Mont Blanc Massif which takes a place in France, Italy and Switzerland. There is lots of room for everyone - skiers, boarders, cross-country skiers. Les Houches also can offer many other activities in order to make your holidays unforgettable, such as snowshoeing, tobogganing, ice-skating rink, paragliding.
Ski Resort Location
Les Houches resort is located right at the foot of Mont Blanc. While you’re skiing here, you can enjoy open snowfields as well as atmospheric forest runs. Les Houches ski resort is not that well known for its steep and challenging pistes but is famous more with a vertical descent of 900m and there is plenty steep skiing to be found.
Freestyle enthusiasts will enjoy Bellevue Airpark and the DC shoes Area 43. If this is not extreme enough for you try out speed-skiing! There is also an adventure park and a climbing wall for those feeling a bit more energetic. Also, you can book a flight with a helicopter around Mont Blanc. You can also visit a local goat farm or relax in the local Spa centre. Les Houches offers a wide range of accommodation opportunities - multiple hotels, bed and breakfast and also apartments for singles, couples or families, ensuring your stay here unforgettable and comfortable.
Closest Airports to Les Houches
If you’re flying to Les Houches, we recommend you to arrive via one of the closest airports:
- Chambery Savoie Airport (CMF) – Chambery, France
- Grenoble Airport (GNB) – Grenoble, France
- Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) – Lyon, France
- Geneva Airport (GVA) – Geneva, Switzerland
Closest Train Stations to Les Houches
The good thing about Les Houches is its distance from surrounding airports. The closest bus stop is Les Houches Mairie bus stop. Closest train station: Les Houches train station (only 7 minutes drive or 15 minutes walk). The best way to getting to Les Houches ski resort is by using airport transfers, which will take you straight to the resort.
Transfer Times
These transfer times are approximate only. Weather and traffic conditions can significantly impact transfer times:
- Chambery Savoie Airport (CMF) – 1 hour 55 minutes
- Grenoble Airport (GNB) – 2 hours 50 minutes
- Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) – 2 hours 30 minutes
- Geneva Airport (GVA) – 1 hour 30 minutes
How Much Will My Transfer Cost?
We carefully calculate all resort transfer services individually, to be sure that our customers never overpay. Whenever you choose to travel and whatever is your final destination, Alps 2 Alps will get you there for the lowest possible price. However, we advise booking early to access the best possible deal. In addition, keep up to date with Alps 2 Alps for the latest offers, special deals and discounts on Les Houches resort transfer services.
Transfer costs are calculated in accordance with the following factors:
- Where the journey begins (your arrival airport)
- The time of year and seasonal demand
- Peak times during the day and week/weekend
- The size of your group and the number of children
- The length and duration of the journey
All of the above mentioned will only ever result in our base-rate for ski transfers going down – we never over-inflate our prices at any time or for any reason. We also offer substantial discounts for off-peak, off-season and midweek transfers to Les Houches. If looking for the best possible deals, travelling outside peak season or midweek typically results in the biggest savings. We offer midweek (Monday to Friday) prices with up to 60% discount than weekend prices.
Your transfer quote will also depend on vehicle availability, transfer schedule, vehicle utilisation and other costs like road tolls and airport parking charges. In all instances, we work hard to keep our prices low and are relentlessly committed to total value for money. Which is why we guarantee you won’t find a better deal on your Les Houches resort transfers, whatever your needs.
To discuss any specific requirements or plans to travel as part of a larger group, please get in touch directly so we can discuss your needs.
Resort Open & Closing Dates
Seasonal opening dates at Les Houches are of course dependant on snow conditions, though are currently listed as follows:
- Season opens – 14th December 2019
- Season ends – 13th April 2020
Ski Resort Essentials
The resort of Les Houches lies at an elevation of 1,434m, with a max vertical of 950m and its highest lift going as far as 1,900m. There are a total of 22 pistes in the immediate vicinity of the resort, served by 17 ski lifts.
2 green runs are ideal for beginners, 8 blue runs serve the needs of intermediates, 13 red runs are for advanced users and 4 black runs are included the international world cup slope "La Verte des Houches".
Les Houches ski resort has 1 snowpark. 10 km of piste has been created for cross-country skiers. There is also a night skiing on the Tourchet piste - on certain evenings during peak season the slopes are floodlit and there are music and hot drinks at the bottom!
Family Friendly/Kids
Les Houches is a family resort with traditional setting – a perfect place for family holidays! For beginners, there are two specially designed ski areas, for kids, there are a nursery and child care centre. Les Houches ski resort location is ideal for a family ski holiday, it is a friendly and relaxed resort.
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Tourist Resources & Links
To ensure that get the most from your trip to Les Houches, please, visit following websites. Les Houches is the location of regular international events and is home to Alpine Ski World Cup downhill races – The Kandahar and it is held on Verte des Houches run. All the best skiers in the world come here to ski La Verte. This run is legendary, so it is a must for intermediates and experts.
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How to Choose Transfers to Les Houches
From our point of view, Les Houches resort transfers are about so much more than getting you to your final destination. After all, you also want to arrive comfortable, refreshed and ideally on time. Not all resort transfer services can promise this – Alps2Alps guarantees a higher-level service for every passenger.
Use our provided private or shared Les Houches transfers and you will receive a qualitative service for a good price. Book now and enjoy your trip!
Alps2Alps will provide you with the following guarantees:
- Outstanding value for money throughout the season
- Flexibility and convenience for all customers
- 24/7 customer service and English-speaking drivers
- A family-friendly attitude and service with a smile
- Total commitment to punctuality and reliability
Book Your Ski Transfer to Les Houches
Keep your eyes open for all kinds of deals, discounts and special offers that could make your trip even more affordable. If looking to secure your seats for the best possible price, booking as early as possible is advisable.
If you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, please get in touch with the Alps2Alps customer service team today. Otherwise, go ahead with your booking and we’ll see you in the snow!
