




Discover the Queryas valley in southern France on this amazing 8-day ski touring experience led by a certified mountain guide.
Group
Alps
8 Days
Jan - Mar
High
Advanced
I’d love for you to join me on a beautiful off-piste and ski touring trip in the bright sunshine of the south of France.
The Queryas lies near the Italian border, between Briancon and Gap in the Hautes Alps. It is in incredibly special and unique area because it still holds strong ties to local traditions. You’ll be able to observe the region’s pastoral and craft culture in this enclave in the heart of the Alps. There are a few small ski resorts in valleys nearby, but they have not taken away from the untamed nature and traditional architecture that we find here.
Furthermore, the region receives a great deal of sunshine and abundant snowfall, making it an excellent ski destination. But it is still largely unknown to the majority of skiers. Because Queyras is off the beaten track, it’s an ideal place to explore via ski touring.
On this trip, we’ll stay in a small charming hotel in a converted traditional house of Molines-en-Queyras. From there, we will head out to ski in different valleys every day. We’ll go to Saint Véran, Abriès, Molines, Ceillac, and Arvieux.
The top of the ski lifts in these valleys will allow us to climb even higher, arriving at summits with huge gorgeous panoramas. Then we’ll ski down to the very bottom of unspoiled valleys. The runs are comparable in length and gradient to those in the Northern Alps.
You won’t want to miss this opportunity for great snow and scenic views in the south of France! You’ll explore great touring areas while staying comfortably in a cosy hotel in a traditional village.
So don’t delay, book today! I’m looking forward to meeting you and guiding you in France.
Meeting point
We will meet at end of the afternoon in our hotel Alta Peyra in Saint Véran.
Ski touring and off-piste skiing in Saint Véran, Abriès, Arvieux, Ceillac or Molines en Queyras. The itinerary will be adjusted according to the snow and weather conditions as well the skiing and endurance level of the participants.
You’ll depart from Saint Veran in the morning.
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Gauthier and the E-S Adventure Guides Team work with a trusted network of certified mountain guides, leaders, and rock climbing instructors (including Ann-Laure, Christophe, Ivan, Leo, Nolwenn, Willy, and others) to offer high-quality guided outdoor experiences in France and Belgium.
From bouldering in Fontainebleau to via ferrata and rock climbing around Dinant and Namur, each experience is led by an experienced local professional who knows the area inside out and adapts the day to your level and expectations.
Gauthier manages the booking process. He'll be helping you choose the right experience and ensuring everything is organized smoothly. Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll be connected directly with your guide to finalize the details and prepare your adventure together.
Whether you’re looking to discover outdoor climbing for the first time or build your skills in iconic locations across France and Belgium, the E-S Adventure Guides Team ensures a safe, personalized, and enjoyable experience.
Languages
| Italian | French | English
Certificates
UIMLA | UIAGM | IFMGA | DEJEPS | SNAPEC
Rob
Rachel
We had a great time bouldering with Léo who was really enthusiastic and encouraging, and who selected a good range of boulders to suit our different strengths whilst still being challenging. Would definitely recommend this as a great way to get introduced to outdoor bouldering at Fontainebleau.
Ruth
Willy was a brilliant instructor and guide. He took us on the Pont a Lesse beginners via ferrata, then onto a slightly harder section, and finally a short top-roped climb. We climbed with our 10 and 12 year olds and he was brilliant and making sure they followed all the safety rules, gave them good advice and on a particularly tricky vertical section, used a top rope for extra security. He was really encouraging and great company. He communicated well beforehand and his English was excellent. He also used to be a photographer before he became a climbing instructor, and he took some fabulous photos which he shared with us afterwards. We had a fantastic time and I would definitely recommend going on a trip with him.
Denis
Willy est un très bon guide. Il nous a conseillé une via ferrata plus compliquée et mieux adaptée à notre niveau avant le départ, ce qui était bien vu de sa part. Il nous a guidé sans nous tenir par la main afin de nous laisser notre autonomie et a prit plein de photos de notre ascension.
Oak
Ivan was aan excellent guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area, very friendly and approachable. He tailored the day to our experience and gave us loads of great tips to increase our enjoyment and improve our skills. I would highly recommend a day's bouldering with Ivan.
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