A self-drive ski holiday offers the freedom to travel at your own pace, pack everything you need and make the journey part of the adventure.
As self drive specialists, we're big fans of taking to the road to get to the mountains. These resorts are among the easiest to reach by car, offering straightforward journeys from the UK and less time on the road once you're in the mountains.
We've highlighted a few of our favourite drive-friendly resorts below, but do call our team to discover more.
For tips on planning your journey, take a look at Driving to the Alps from the UK: a practical guide.
Aravis-Annecy Mountains
Le Grand Bornand
- Beautiful traditional village setting with authentic Savoyard alpine atmosphere
- High-quality apartments with spa facilities and spacious living areas
- Great mix of slopes for beginners, intermediates and advanced skiers
Aravis-Annecy Mountains
Manigod
- Direct access to La Clusaz ski area with 125km terrain
- Peaceful small village atmosphere with scenic alpine surroundings and charm
- Ski-in/ski-out luxury apartments at foot of slopes and lifts
Portes du Soleil
Les Gets
- Direct access to Portes du Soleil ski area with 600km of pistes
- Traditional village charm with a lively yet relaxed alpine atmosphere
- Good selection of luxury apartments and spacious self-catered chalet accommodation
Grand Massif
Samoëns
- Access to Grand Massif ski area with varied terrain
- Traditional atmosphere in the heart of the village with excellent restaurants and local charm
- Wide range of accommodation from luxury apartments to chalets
Grand Massif
Les Carroz d'Arâches
- Direct access to Grand Massif with extensive skiing across varied terrain
- Traditional village atmosphere with vibrant yet relaxed alpine setting
- High-quality apartments with spa facilities and modern interiors
Mont Blanc & Chamonix Valley
St Nicolas de Veroce
- Quiet traditional village with outstanding Mont Blanc views and scenery
- Access to vast Evasion Mont Blanc ski area with 445km slopes
- Luxury accommodation including 5-star hotel and premium chalet stays
Aravis-Annecy Mountains
La Clusaz
- Traditional alpine village charm combined with lively après-ski atmosphere
- Wide choice of high-quality apartments, self-catered chalets and hotels for all stays
- Excellent ski area with varied terrain for beginners through to experts
Portes du Soleil
Châtel
- Traditional village charm with Swiss influence and relaxed alpine atmosphere
- Access to 600km of skiing across Portes du Soleil area
- Wide choice of apartments, self-catered chalets and ski-in/ski-out accommodation
Grand Massif
Flaine
- High-altitude, snow-sure resort with one of the Alps’ best snow records
- Extensive 265km Grand Massif ski area ideal for beginners and intermediates
- Wide choice of modern ski-in/ski-out apartments and hotels close to slopes
Mont Blanc & Chamonix Valley
Combloux
- Beautiful traditional village with panoramic Mont Blanc views
- Access to large Evasion Mont-Blanc ski area with varied terrain
- Relaxed atmosphere with minimal lift queues and scenic forest skiing
Mont Blanc & Chamonix Valley
Les Houches
- Stunning Mont Blanc scenery with panoramic views from slopes and accommodation
- Quiet village atmosphere with easy access to nearby Chamonix nightlife
- High-quality apartments with spa facilities in scenic or central locations
Tarentaise
La Rosière
- Sunny south-facing resort with beautiful views along the Tarentaise Valley
- Access to 198km Franco-Italian ski area including La Thuile
- Excellent beginner slopes and family-friendly ski areas throughout resort
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