Express 3-Day Ski Trip Tres Vales Ex Santiago
If you only have limited time and you have a desire to ski in Chile for a few days, the Express Ski Tres Valles tour is ideal.
These tours are for people of any ability, however are for private groups only. You can book a trip as a solo traveler however the trip is more economical for groups of 4, 6 or 8.
Following is a sample itinerary of how the 3 days might go, but the schedule can be relatively flexible.
Day 1 - Arrival Day - Ski La Parva
The tour starts in Santiago (hotel or airport) where you will be greeted and picked up and driven up to your lodging at Chalet Valluga in the village of Farellones, which is a great central location to the Tres Valles ski resorts of El Colorado & La Parva & Valle Nevado.
Most international flights arrive in the morning at Santiago, so you should be able to fit in a reasonable warm-up day of skiing or snowboarding at La Parva. La Parva is a good sized ski area with fabulous long groomed runs, and if you happen to strike it on a powder day, there is plenty of spectacular off-piste terrain.
After skiing take a dip in the hot tub and watch the sun set over the mountains & Santiago with a glass of wine or beer in hand.
Day 2 - Ski Valle Nevado
After a hearty breakfast at Chalet Valluga, you will be driven 30 mins from Farellones to Valle Nevado (this transfer costs extra).
Modeled after the style of European resorts, the Valle Nevado complex straddles the imposing peak El Plomo and has the largest skiable domain in Chile. The quality and size of the terrain, good chair lifts, and service make the resort a very worthwhile destination.
At an altitude of 3,670m/12,040 ft and with average snowfall of 7m/276 inches, Valle Nevado has some of the most consistently great snow conditions amongst the major resorts in the region.
After skiing, your group may opt for some apres drinks at one of the bars at Valle Nevado before heading back to the hot tub and sauna that awaits.
Depending on what night of the week it is, Farellones has a couple of bars/nightclubs just a short walk from the chalet, so you may opt to put on your dancing shoes and head on out!
Day 3 - Ski El Colorado - Return to Santiago/Airport
After breakfast at Chalet Valluga you will be driven to El Colorado ski resort (about 15 mins away) where you can spend your last day skiing before heading back to Santiago or the airport.
El Colorado sits between La Parva and Valle Nevado and has some long groomed runs and short pitchy runs near the top of the ski area. It also has the best terrain park in the Tres Valles if that's your thing.
Short and sweet but you will have packed a lot into 3 days!
Lodging
Chalet Valluga (2 nights)
Chalet Valluga features 12 rooms of varying configurations and 2 apartments. All rooms have a private bathroom, central heating, cable TV, safety box, and daily housekeeping. Most of the rooms also have a balcony, so you can enjoy the view to the mountains, the town and the valley.
The chalet boasts a nice living room and dining area with fireplace and bar, and a big terrace with amazing views. Breakfast and dinner service are included and are served in their restaurant.
The cuisine has the characteristic of being healthy and “homemade” as well as varied, and includes options for children.
The hot tub on the terrace is perfect for a nice and relaxing bath in the afternoon, and to admire the stunning sunsets.
About Equipment Rental
Ski/snowboard equipment (boots, poles, skis, snowboards) are not included in package price. Your driver from Santiago will be happy to take you to one of our recommended ski rental facilities on your way to the mountains. Please note that there is no way to guarantee the type or brand of equipment available. Most people prefer to bring their own equipment.
Lift Tickets
Lift tickets have not been included in this package to provide more flexibility to ski where you want to each day. Note that Valle Nevado is on the IKON & Mountain Collective pass, so if you already have one of these you are all set for that resort. However please also note that it is a 20 - 30 minute drive to Valle Nevado and there is an extra cost charged by Chalet Valluga to get over to Valle Nevado.