Grandvalira sits right on Andorra’s border with France, in the spectacular Pyrenees. Its duty-free status means that school ski trips to Grandvalira, and Andorra in general, offer really great value for money. And you and your students will be able to enjoy some great duty-free shopping here too! Grandvalira is the biggest ski area in the Pyrenees, with over 210km of piste spread across a number of resorts including Encamp, Grau Roig, Pas de la Casa, El Tarter, Soldeu and Canillo. This fantastic choice means that we can find a base and accommodation to really suit your group. When you’re not skiing, there are plenty of exciting après-ski activities to try.
Ski trip to Grandvalira
School Ski Trip to Grandvalira
Skiing in Grandvalira
Heavy investment in the ‘90s and early ‘00s vastly improved the quality and quantity of Grandvalira’s lift system and snowmaking capabilities. And now, its facilities are world-class. The lift system now has a capacity of up to 100,000 skiers per hour, so you won’t be spending time queuing! And the snowmaking covers around 65% of the ski area, so lack of snow won’t be an issue either. Grand Valira offers diverse skiing, which is important for school ski holidays. There are a whopping 128 slopes, with plenty suitable for beginners, intermediates and advanced skiers.
Resort Facts
Beginner
47%
Intermediate
37%
Advanced
16%
Total Piste
210KM
Top Piste Altitude
2560M
Longest run
8KM
Approx 3 hours
from Barcelona or Toulouse
930M
Vertical drops
No
Glacier
64
Lifts
65%
Snow making coverage
No
Snow park
Grandvalira piste map
Download piste mapAccommodation
Residence Pas de la Casa Alaska
The Residence Pas de la Casa Alaska is ideally located in the heart of Pas de la Casa, just 100m from the lifts providing access to Grandvalira - the largest ski area in the Pyrenees. The facilities here are excellent and include ski storage, WiFi access throughout, a games room and even a wellness centre with sauna and jacuzzi. The residence offers studios for 2 people and apartments for up to 6 people.
Hotel K-Ena
The Hotel K-Ena is located in Andorra La Vella and is just a 25-minute transfer to the slopes. It's also just 5 minutes from the pedestrianised centre and its many exciting activities, making this a fantastic location for school groups. All guest rooms benefit from a private bathroom and flatscreen TV. A continental-style breakfast will set you up for the day.
Aprés-Ski
Swimming pool
Enjoy some leisure time in the swimming centre in Ordino after a long day of skiing.
Thermal Spa
Caldea is Europe's largest thermal mountain spa.
Pizza Night in Americana Restaurant
This restaurant has a 70s/80s Americana theme, with a sprinkle of 'rock 'n' roll'.
Bowling
If you're looking for a fun après-ski activity to enjoy with your group, bowling is the perfect choice after a long day of skiing.
Ice Skating - Andorra
The Palau de Gel is located in the heart of Canillo, at the bottom of ski station Grandvalira.
Supporting you every step of the way
Creating your perfect school ski trip
Your quote will be put together by one of our experienced Tour Advisors, who know our resorts inside out. They’ll work with you to create a trip that suits your group’s needs and budget.
Launching your trip to parents and students
The next step is to get your trip approved and get students signed up. Our Trip Launch Pack is full of resources (all free to download) designed to make your life easier at this crucial point in the planning process.
After you’ve booked
Once you’ve booked, your dedicated Itinerary Coordinator will start work on the finer details. They’ll make sure your ski lessons, gear hire and après-ski activities are all sorted and they’ll take on most of the other admin tasks (so you can look forward to the trip as much as the kids).
Support while you’re away
While you’re away, you’ll be looked after by a Halsbury rep based in your resort. Plus, our HQ staff will be on available by phone, 24 hours a day. You’ll get a final info pack before you go with all the info you need, plus access to all your trip documents on the Vamoos app.
After your trip
When you return, we’ll ask you to complete a detailed feedback survey, so we can continue our service. This is also the perfect time to start planning your next trip, so you can give parents plenty of time to pay for it (and make it easier for you).
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