Arrive in Geneva and be whisked in style and comfort into the French Alps, where Val d’Isère delivers exactly the kind of winter excitement you came for. Settle into Airelles Val d’Isère in the heart of the village, then spend your first full day skiing with a private instructor who can shape the experience around your group. Chase fresh snow, refine your technique, or simply enjoy having one of Europe’s great ski destinations at your feet.

The Alps are about more than skiing, and these days prove it. Head into the snowy landscape on a private dog sled adventure, led by an experienced musher and a spirited team of dogs. It’s equal parts exhilarating and wonderfully old-world. The following day is entirely yours. Return to the slopes, settle in for a long alpine lunch, explore the village, or spend the afternoon at the spa. This is the luxury of a great ski trip: having nowhere you need to be.

Trade Val d’Isère’s snowy peaks for the polished beauty of Geneva. Settle into the Mandarin Oriental Geneva along the Rhône River, then explore the city with a private guide, winding through the Old Town, along the lakefront, and past icons like the Jet d’Eau and St. Peter’s Cathedral. Later, step inside a chocolatier’s workshop for a private tasting and a hands-on introduction to Swiss chocolate making. Skiing may have brought you to Europe, but a few days of lakeside elegance and chocolate make for a refined finale before your departure.