FAQ'S - Solo Ski Holidays | Single Ski Holidays

Yes with all our Fully Catered Ski Chalets

No with our Cold Fusion Flex Holidays

We will coordinate all your airport transfers on your behalf. These transfers are carried out by reputable airport transfer companies, and we offer flexibility in accommodating your arrival and departure times. Having this service arranged for you not only alleviates a significant source of stress but also results in substantial cost savings.

Air Travel

If travelling to Chamonix, Les Houches or Val Thorens, we recommend that our guests fly to Geneva to take advantage of the airport transfers included in the holiday price.
A large number of airlines operate flights into and out of Geneva in Switzerland, including many no-frills airlines. Easy jet offer frequent, inexpensive flights from airports all over the UK. These flights tend to be cheaper if booked well in advance of the holiday dates. Other popular airlines include British Airways and Swiss Air.

If travelling to Serre Chevalier, you will need to book flights to Turin Airport to take advantage of the airport transfers included in the holiday price.

A useful website to visit is www.skyscanner.net, an online search engine for flights. The cheapest flight options will be displayed based on the departure and destination airports and dates inputted.

• Please contact Cold Fusion to confirm the best time of arrival and departure.

Rail Travel

The popularity of rail travel is increasing due to benefits such as unlimited baggage allowance and free ski carriage, no long check in queues and being an environmentally friendly mode of transport.
Rail travel is possible between London and Geneva via Paris with Eurostar and TGV and can be booked through Rail Europe (http://www.raileurope.co.uk/Default.aspx?tabid=569). Ticket prices often match or better flight prices.
Guests travelling by train can still benefit from the airport transfers included in the holiday price by simply taking a short train connection (one stop) from the main train station in Geneva (Geneve CFF) to the airport. The connection is cheap and quick and there is an indoor walkway from the airport train station to the main arrivals hall where the driver will be waiting.

Self Drive

Guests wishing to drive to Chamonix, Les Houches or Serre Chervalier can do so as we have safe on-site parking for guests’ cars. We can also help with directions to the resort and/or chalet if required.

For more information please contact us on 0033 670 560 676 (steve) / 0033 643 751 234 (nicky) or via e-mail info@coldfusionchalets.co.uk

Yes, ColdFusion caters exclusively for people travelling alone and we can guarantee that you will be with other singles whichever week you choose. The people we accommodate are social people looking to enjoy a traditional chalet holiday with a ready-made group of friends to socialise with in daytime and the evenings.

Absolutely not. Some people travel with us who are in relationships, but for whatever reason have left their partners at home. We also welcome couples, where they are social people and want to enjoy the company of like-minded people in an adult environment.

Our guests span a wide age range, from 20 to 70 years, with no age restrictions in place. Over the course of the week, the age of individuals staying in our chalets becomes of less importance as they discover their shared interests and connections through skiing and snowboarding, safaris, etc.

For the comfort of our older guests, we also offer dedicated "Over 50's Ski Weeks" where they can opt to stay in a chalet with peers of a similar age. However, during our regular holiday periods, the age diversity among our guests is embraced, making each stay a unique and inclusive experience.

Typically, there is an approximate 50/50 split between male and female guests in the chalet, although we cannot provide an absolute guarantee of this ratio.

We offer double en-suite bedrooms for sole occupancy and also twin bedrooms for two people to share.  We allocate room-share based on gender and age-range.

The Premium Twin bedrooms are more spacious and include a small seating area with a sofa and TV. Additionally, the two top-floor Premium rooms feature a balcony.

The Premium Twin on the ground floor is a large one-bedroom apartment, offering two double beds, a large bathroom, a walk-in wardrobe, plus a sofa and kitchenette.

The Standard Twin rooms are standard size, with two single beds and en-suite facilities.

No, if you opt for a shared bedroom, Cold Fusion will pair you with another guest for sharing. In cases where the chalet isn't fully occupied, there won't be any single supplement fee.

Yes, we welcome people of all abilities, including complete beginners. Our team understands how daunting it can be to put on a pair of skis/snowboard for the very first time and will be on hand to help you every step of the way. We can organise lessons (both group and private), equipment hire and lift pass for you to make your first day as stress-free as possible – after all you will have a lot to concentrate on! After your lessons, we can show you the best places to practice your new-found skills with people who are of the same level as you.

Most probably not.... We have seen a growth in the popularity of snowboarding over the past few years and tend to have a 50/50 split of skiers and snowboarders in the chalet. Our chalet hosts and guides both ski and snowboard and so you will always have somebody to snowboard with.

If you prefer to be on a week guaranteed to be with other snowboarders you maybe interested in our Snowboard only weeks, https://www.coldfusionchalets.co.uk/holidays/snowboard-only-week

Yes, we ask that you book your own flights to and from Geneva Airport in Switzerland for Val Thorens, Chamonix and Les Houches and Turin in Italy for Serre Chevalier.

Budget airlines such as Easy Jet offer cheap and frequent flights out of the UK throughout the winter season. We are very flexible on the time you choose to arrive and depart. We arrange your airport transfers around your flight times, giving you flexibility to shop around and find flight times which suit you. Simply send us your flight details and we guarantee there will be someone at the airport to meet you when you land and to wave goodbye when you leave.

For more details about the airport transfers and recommend flight times click here.

You can search for the best options flights here: www.skyscanner.net

CHAMONIX & LES HOUCHES

To ensure that the arrival of our guests is easy and stress free, ColdFusion have teamed up with professional airport transfer company ‘Mountain Drop Offs’ to collect all of their guests from the airport and take them to the chalets in Chamonix and Les Houches.

The night before departure you will receive a text message giving you details of your pick up time, driver’s name, and emergency telephone number.

Upon arrival at Geneva airport, your driver will meet you at the Mountain DropsOffs desk in the arrivals hall of Geneva airport.

The driver may be meeting other people at the airport but they aim to have a maximum waiting time of only 45 minutes. The transfer time from the airport to the ski resort is only 1 hour 15mins. When arriving at the chalet you will be met by a ColdFusion Rep which will settle you into the chalet.

On the departure day the pick up time from the chalet will be 3-4 hours before your departure flight time. The precise pick up time will be given to you by the resort rep on the night before departure.

SERRE CHEVALIER:

To ensure that the arrival of our guests is easy and stress free, ColdFusion have teamed up with professional airport transfer company ‘Snow Cab' to collect all of their guests from the airport and take them to the chalets in Serre Chevalier. Cold Fusion will be in touch with the excat pick up details in ther lead up to your holiday.

VAL THORENS

These transfers will be operated by Alpine Fleet from Geneva Airport in Switzerland. Cold Fusion will be in touch with the excat pick up details in ther lead up to your holiday.

If you have any questions about your airport transfer please call us on 0033 670 560 676 or via info@coldfusionchalets.co.uk

Yes. You will need to purchase personal travel/holiday insurance before you depart the UK and ensure that you will be covered for winter sports for the duration of your ski trip.

The transfer time to Chamonix and Les Houches from Geneva airport is approximately 1.5 hours, traffic and weather conditions permitting.

The transfer between Turin airport and Serre Chevalier is approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.

The transfer time between Geneva airport and Val Thorens is approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.

There are three ski passes available in Les Houches & Chamonix.

If you are a beginner and want to ski just the local area of Les Houches, you can purchse the chapest 'Les Houches Only Ski Pass'.

For anyone else intermediate level or above you will require the 'Mont Blanc Unlimited ski pass' which covers all 5 mountains including the local ski area of Les Houches and the main 4 mountains in Chamonix, as well as the surround resorts of Courmayeur in Italy or the Evasion Ski Area including St Gervais, Megeve and Les Contamines in France.

It also covers the extra mountain in Chamonix called the Aiguille Du Midi. This is a very famous mountain as it is the highest in Europe and it is where a famous off-piste skiing route starts from called the ‘Valle Blanche’. Many people come to Chamonix to see the views from the top of this lift and so we recommend if you get the chance to go up this lift to do so.

Therefore if you are coming to Chamonix for off-piste skiing, amazing views, or a good intermediate to advance skier it is well worth opting for the Mont Blanc Unlimted Ski pass.

On the other hand if you are a beginner and on a budget we recommend opting for the Les Houches ski pass.

SUMMARY

• Total Beginners: Don’t pre-book a ski pass and buy it on a day to day basis for the area where you are having your lesson.

• Intermediates to Advanced: Mont Blanc Unlimted ski pass.

For guests travelling to Serre Chevalier, we recommend purchasing the full Galaxy ski pass.

In Val Thorens, the 3 Valleys ski pass will give you full access to all areas.

It is possible to do 6, 7 or 8 days skiing when on holiday in Chamonix and Les Houches

You are able to do this as, unlike many other companies, we are flexible on your arrival and departure times when staying in the resort. This means it is possible to ski in the afternoon on the arrival day and in the morning before your departure flight as well as the 6 days in between.

When staying in Val Thorens or Serre Chevalier the ski week is a 6 day week as the transfer times are more fixed.

Yes, we welcome couples in all of our chalets and a small group of friends travelling together if the people travelling are looking for a social holiday. 

We exclusively provide ski holidays for adults, ensuring there are no children or teenagers in our chalets (with the exception of our Single Parent weeks of course). The majority of our guests are travelling solo and are looking to spend their ski holiday with like-minded, sociable individuals who are looking for a comfortable chalet environment with a friendly atmosphere.

Les Houches – The Farmhouse
Boutique ski chalet in Les Houches with outdoor hot tub, beautiful interiors and easy links to the full Chamonix ski area. Cold Fusion - Flagship Chalet

Val Thorens – Chalet Summit
High-altitude chalet in the 3 Vallées with doorstep skiing, panoramic views and a sociable open-plan living area.

Serre Chevalier – Chalet Zen
Laid-back base in a quieter valley resort, offering cosy rooms, a homely atmosphere and great access to varied terrain.

Chamonix - Mont Blanc House

Location, location, location... Choose between our fully catered weeks or Cold Fusion Flex weeks in this Chamonix centre chalet, just a stones throw from all restaurants, bars and shops - you couldn't be any closer to the action!

No, single skiers and snowboarders are paired in shared rooms, eliminating the need for a single supplement fee. Finally, solo travelers can enjoy their holiday without extra costs!

Certainly, simply inform us of your requirements, and we'll take care of all the arrangements, ensuring a hassle-free experience for you. Whether it's your lift pass, ski rental, or ski lessons, we're more than happy to assist with any aspect of your trip.

We do design a ski itinerary to maximise your ski holiday to get the oppertunity ski the whole Chamonix valley and surrounding resorts.

Guests are welcome to join each day or you are welcome to do you own thing......the choice is yours....

Here is an example of our weekly ski itinerary:

Sunday: Arrival day - Afternoon ski in Les Houches

Arrival Arrive at Chalet Chalupa and get acquainted with your cozy accommodations.

Rent any necessary ski or snowboarding equipment and arrange your ski pass.

If you arrive early, enjoy an optional afternoon ski session in Les Houches.

Gather with fellow guests and staff for a welcome chat accompanied by Champagne and canapés, followed by a delightful three-course evening meal.

Monday: Brevent

Brevent Mountain After a hearty breakfast, hit the slopes of Brevent to warm up and take in stunning views of Mont Blanc.

Enjoy lunch at a picturesque mountain restaurant before indulging in après-ski drinks at La Folie Douce.

Return to the chalet for afternoon tea, followed by relaxation in the hot tub and sauna.

Cap off the day with another delicious dinner.

Brevent is located close to the city centre of Chamonix and so ideal for a few apre-ski drinks in the Folie Douce or look around the town of Chamonix after a day skiing.

Tuesday: Le Tour

Ski the Le Tour area of the Chamonix Valley.

This is probably the best ski area in the valley for beginners and intermediates but also has some fantastic off-piste for the more advanced. At the bottom of the mountain are three drag lifts that serve the La Vormaine beginner ski  area, ideal for complete novices. This ski area now features a new high speed gondola thats being installed for winter 2022-2023 allowing easy and fast access to the high altitude ski areas!

Wednesday: Evasion Ski Area

Time for a day trip - Evasion ski area

Often the highlight of Cold Fusion holidays are our hosted trips away to other neighbouring resorts such as the Evasion ski area.

Leave the organisation to the Cold Fusion staff and jump in the minibus at the front door of the chalet and be whisked away to enjoy an amazing day trip away. When visiting the Evasion ski are we have a choice of 3 different ski areas including St Gervais, Megeve & Les Contamines to find some of the best snow in the area!

Approx drive time: 25 mins St Gervais & Megeve, 35 mins Les Contamines

Price  – 25 euros per person 

Or

Les Houches - You can simply relax at the chalet and ski the local area of Les Houches, the choice is yours….

Thursday: Courmayeur in Italy

Often the most requested trip that Cold Fusion offers is our day trip to Courmayeur in Italy.

Located only 30 mins away through the Mont Blanc tunnel this day trips offers an amazing experience to Cold Fusion guests to ski one of the top ski resorts in Italy!

Courmayeur offers amazing ski terrain, unbeatable mountain restaurants and an experience to remember! One not to be missed!

Price: 35 euros per person  (return trip including tolls)

Friday: Le Flegere- Chamonix

Ski La Flegere in the Chamonix Valley.

This is one of the most popular ski areas in Chamonix.  With some great high altitude green runs ideal for beginners and a selections of great red and black runs at the top of the mountain, this ski areas really doest have something for everyone!

Its also possible to ski from Flégère to Brevent Mountain to ski two mountains in one day!

Saturday: Grands Montets - Chamonix

Ski the biggest ski domain Grands Montets in Chamonix.

This is the biggest and steepest ski area of Chamonix.  It offers lots of north facing ski slopes great for keeping the good snow conditions and plenty of options for long red and black runs.  Most famous mountain for off-piste skiing in Chamonix.

Sunday: Departure Day

For those guests that have booked a late flight home you can make the most of an extra day skiing in Les Houches. Using the local ski lift only 100 meters from the chalet you can have a few hours skiing in the morning before heading back to the chalet to get your airport transfer home.