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School Ski Trips to Passo Tonale

Booking a school ski trip to Passo Tonale is an excellent choice for student groups, as it has plenty of quiet, easy runs for beginners and a huge range of pistes for intermediates. Passo Tonale caters to skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels, making it ideal whether your students are beginners or intermediates. This resort is also one of Italy's most snow-sure destinations, with a wide altitude range and a link to the high Presena Glacier. This, combined with an extensive snowmaking system, makes it a great value option for a ski trip for students.

Passo Tonale is particularly ideal for beginners who want to progress quickly, as it has a fantastic nursery area with well-groomed, wide pistes. More advanced students can challenge themselves on runs like Alano or Il Paradiso, which is one of the most exhilarating black runs in the region.

Why Passo Tonale is an excellent choice for a school ski trip

Booking a school trip to Passo Tonale is ideal for skiers and snowboarders of all expertise. With a piste of 100km and an altitude of 3069m, snow conditions and variety of runs make this an excellent choice. Some of the benefits of booking a trip to Passo Tonale include:

  • Great nursery area with quick progression to blue runs
  • Efficient and modern lift system
  • Total pistes 100km
  • Reliable snow
  • 12 drag lifts
  • 14 ski lifts
  • 1 gondola

Typically the ski season in Passo Tonale begins in late October and finishes mid-April.

Prices start from £1159pp


Ski Area

Ski Area

101km+
Top Piste Altitude

Top Piste Altitude

3069m
Group Skiing Ability

Group Skiing Ability

Suitable for all abilities

Price includes

  • Executive coach transport from & to school & throughout your trip
  • Channel crossing
  • 6 nights' full board accommodation including evening meal on last day
  • 6-day ski equipment hire including helmets
  • 6-day lift pass
  • Ski school lessons 4 hrs instruction per day for 6 days, 1 to 12 ratio
  • Services of an NST Ski Rep
  • 'In-house’ evening entertainment programme
  • Après ski pre-booking service
  • 1 in 8 free place ratio
  • Group travel winter sports insurance

Passo Tonale details

Booking a school trip to Passo Tonale is ideal for skiers and snowboarders of all expertise. The high-altitude location and variety of runs make this an excellent choice for a school ski trip.

  • Inclusive lift pass: 6 day whole area pass
  • Lifts to: 3069m
  • Total number of lifts: 30
  • Marked pistes: 100km
  • Longest run: 11km
  • Ski bus included: Yes
  • Lift pass photo required: No
  • Snow cannon coverage: 100%

 

Ski Runs at Passo Tonale 

  • Blue runs: 12
  • Red runs: 23
  • Black runs: 6

Tonale has an enviable snow record and has benefited from recent investments in the lift system. The resort offers good progression for beginners and intermediates.

 


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Popular accommodation in Passo Tonale

Hotel Eden

The traditional Hotel Eden is run by a family of ski instructors who are used to meeting the requirements of school ski parties.

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Hotel La Roccia

Hotel La Roccia is a traditional, cosy hotel with a friendly, family atmosphere. The owners are very helpful and eager to please their guests throughout their stay.

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Hotel Eden

The traditional Hotel Eden is run by a family of ski instructors who are used to meeting the requirements of school ski parties.

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Hotel La Roccia

Hotel La Roccia is a traditional, cosy hotel with a friendly, family atmosphere. The owners are very helpful and eager to please their guests throughout their stay.

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Après-ski and evening activities at Passo Tonale

A ski trip for students to Passo Tonale is just as exciting off the slopes as it is on, with a wide range of activities to keep your students entertained.

  • Swimming: Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the indoor swimming pool in nearby Ponte di Legno. It's the perfect way to soothe tired muscles after a day on the slopes.
  • Ice Skating: Your group can enjoy a classic winter activity on the resort's outdoor ice rink in Tonale.
  • Shops & Cafés: Take some time to explore the main street in Tonale, which has a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, or take a short bus trip to the charming town of Ponte di Legno.
  • Ice Cream Night: Treat your students to an authentic Italian gelato night, a highlight for any group.
  • Pizza Night: Indulge in a classic Italian pizza night with your group at one of the many pizzerias in Tonale.
  • Bowling: For a fun night out, take your group to the 10-lane bowling alley in nearby Monclassico.

We also include a programme of free in-house evening entertainment at each of our hotels in this resort.


Transport

Travel by coach: Saturday departures. Journey time from Calais - approx 19 hours.

Coach

Travel by air: Flights to Milan, with a coach transfer to the resort - 3.5 hours.

Flight


Giving you full support throughout

Before your tour

  • Dedicated NST expert from day one
  • Responsive, flexible communication - Teams, phone, or email
  • Same-day quotes
  • Trips tailored to your budget, with transparent pricing
  • Straightforward planning - we handle the details
  • Step-by-step risk assessment guidance
  • Free accommodation for group leader preview visits
  • Curriculum-driven, enriching experiences across 100s of locations
  • Unrivalled local knowledge & expertise

Whilst you're away

  • Our travel app keeps all your info in one place
  • On-tour support from our reps on the ground
  • Support & assistance from our specialists
  • 24/7 helpline and support
  • Extensive group travel insurance
  • Group-friendly accommodation
  • Free educational resources

On your return

  • Priority rebooking services
  • Loyalty reward scheme for valued customers
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