Our school ski trips bring your students together for a week of learning new skills, creating life-long memories, and making friends.
Interested in hitting the French Alps? Or would you like to try a hidden gem, like Spain’s Sierra Nevada? Perhaps you want to test out the famed powder snow of the USA?
Whether you wish to design your own ski tour or lean on our planning expertise, we offer a broad range of ski trips for schools, including 4, 5 or 6-day packages by coach or air.
We have over 35 years of experience, and hold the highest levels of accreditation for the travel industry, so if you’re looking for a ski trip company you can trust to deliver – give us a call.
Teachers value our commitment to building the perfect travel experience, and as a result, every trip is different. Speak to one of our tour advisors today and find out for yourself.
School Ski Trip Destinations
From the destinations below, you can find all of the individual resorts for your perfect school ski trip. Where will you go?
What's Included In Our School Ski Trips?
All of our ski packages include the following as standard:
- Transfer by touring coach & ferry or flight
- Dinner, bed and breakfast in the resort
- An evening meal before departure for coach tours
- Full area lift pass
- Top quality rental equipment, including helmets
- 5 hours of ski instruction per day
- Partnership with Vamoos travel app with secure log in
- Concession ratio 1:8 (other ratios are available on request)
- Resort representation
- 24hr Emergency Service
- Après Ski Planning
- IBT Travel “Safety Management System”
- Generic risk assessment documentation
- Luggage labels
- Final information pack
- Family concessions for the party leader
- Promotional support – posters, resort information, piste maps and PowerPoint presentations
- Free weekend inspection visits for new party leaders*
Our free weekend inspection visits are available to groups who have never travelled with IBT Travel before or to existing clients who wish to visit a new resort to view for future trips.
Please click here to find out more about our inspection visits.
Most Popular Resorts
Need some inspiration? Check out the six most popular ski resorts for school groups.
What makes us different?
So with a number of school ski companies out there, why should you choose to work with IBT Travel?
There are four areas where we strive to be the best-in-class: reliability, quality, expertise, and peace of mind.
It doesn’t matter if you have experience of organising school ski trips, or you’re doing it for the first-time, we know it takes a huge amount of effort to make it happen. You need a partner you can trust, who supports you through every stage of the planning and booking process – and that’s what our team does, from the moment you contact us.
We’ve planned and delivered ski tours for over 35 years. During that time, we’ve learned what works and what doesn’t – meaning we know how to create a trip that your students will love. By working with us, you’ll benefit from the experience we’ve gained, the feedback we’ve received, and the industry knowledge we have – resulting in a trip that exceeds your expectations.
The majority of school ski trips include a wide variety of students: different ages, ability levels, dietary requirements, and so on. Using our expert knowledge of the resorts across Europe and North America, we’ll suggest the best destination for your group – matched perfectly to your budget and needs.
We are an established ski tour operator with a loyal customer base, excellent customer support and strong relationships with resort staff. We are there when you need us and provide all of the information you need to have a great ski trip. We will make sure you are prepared and are always available to answer any questions you might have. Unlike many other operators, you will leave for your ski trip confident that should you need assistance on the slopes or at your accommodation, IBT Travel will be there for you.
Fantastic service at every part of the trip… right up to drop off and aftersales! Friendly staff who make you feel welcome at every stage. Can’t wait for the next trip!
Mr. Aitchison2022
The level of individual support and attention to detail far surpasses anything I have experienced before (school ski trip or otherwise)… absolutely fantastic!
Mr. Stanway2022
It is rare to find a company who will honour the promises they make in the glossy promotional material. IBT did, even if it meant it was at their own expense.
Ms. Shakespeare & Mr. Wood2022
Book Your Next School Ski Trip
Call 01292 477 771 or fill in the form below.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best time to take your group skiing will greatly depend on what you are looking for. The most popular time for schools to go away is during the February half-term holiday. This is chosen because it is the height of winter, the snow is good, and the resorts are lively. However, because this is a peak time, demand is high, and unless you book early, availability can be limited. It can also be more expensive.
Easter skiing is also very popular. However, if Easter falls later in the year, snow may be lacking in some areas. If you are looking for the best value with more skiing for your money, the best time to book is between Christmas and the February half-term holiday. We can discuss your options with you and find a time that best suits your group and budget.
Yes, that is no problem at all, you may be required to pay a little more, but we can help you find the most cost-efficient trip for your group.
We have a good variety of accommodation choices available on our ski trips – from ski-in, ski-out hotels to private, purpose-built options for school groups.
Every ski trip is different, and so the costs involved can vary quite a lot. Things such as location and time of year have a significant impact on the cost of a ski trip, as well as whether you choose to travel by plane or coach, the size of your group, and the type of accommodation you choose to book. However, a school ski trip to Europe should cost from around £900 per pupil, while a trip to the USA and Canada usually starts around £2,000 per pupil.
Our 5-day ski package is growing in popularity every year, with over 93% of schools now choosing it over other options. Your group will enjoy more convenient travel to your chosen resort and Monday to Friday skiing – allowing you to avoid any weekend difficulties on the slopes.
Most groups opt to include 5 hours of instruction per day to give the pupils 25 hours of ski instruction in the week as opposed to 24 in the standard 6 day / 4 hour package.
The benefit? More skiing for your group at a much cheaper price.
Some groups do choose to do less than this, particularly with younger groups as it can be a lot for the children. On the other hand, some groups choose to do 6 hours of lessons per day to maximise time on the slopes for the students.
Our flight and coach packages include 5, 6 or 7 nights of accommodation in a resort with 4, 5 or 6 days skiing. Flights are with schedule or budget carriers, subject to what is available from your local airport.
Altitude plays a part but more important is the snow record, snowmaking and piste preparation. We will only use resorts that offer a combination of these factors to ensure a fantastic ski experience for your group. We will suggest resorts that meet your trip criteria and offer great ski conditions regardless of your chosen travel date.
This scenario is very unlikely. We have years of experience in sending groups on ski trips, and we can advise you fully on the best resorts for the time of year you plan to visit. We only send groups on trips we know you will enjoy, and where we are confident that the snow will be in great condition whenever you choose to travel – this is what sets us apart from our competitors.