Skiing in the Austrian Alps and Italian Dolomites
For nine days of alpine indulgence and high-altitude camaraderie, a group of friends sets off on a seamless, luxurious ski holiday that sweeps from the snow-draped peaks of the Austrian Alps to the dramatic beauty of the Italian Dolomites. Their journey begins in Lech am Arlberg, where they arrive via private transfer from Innsbruck and settle into an ultra-luxe ski-in/ ski-out chalet—complete with a private chef, cozy fireplace lounges, and a personal butler. Upon arrival, they’re greeted with mulled wine and a professional ski concierge who ensures everyone is fully outfitted with top- tier ski gear and alpine-chic winter wear. Days are spent carving down world-class pistes with a private ski guide, and afternoons melt into après- ski parties on the terrace, featuring champagne, a DJ, and panoramic views of the Austrian Alps.
One evening, the group is invited to a candlelit dinner inside a mountain hut accessible only by snowcat, where a local chef prepares classic Tyrolean dishes paired with biodynamic Austrian wines. On day four, a scenic helicopter transfer whisks them across snow-capped ridges into Alta Badia in the Italian Dolomites, where they settle into the legendary Rosa Alpina, a five-star retreat known for its alpine elegance and two-Michelin-starred dining. Here, days blend perfectly: morning ski runs on the Sella Ronda, guided snowshoe hikes through the forest, and late afternoons spent in the spa’s outdoor sauna or soaking in cedar hot tubs beneath the peaks.
They experience Italy off the beaten path—truffle tastings with a local hunter, homemade pasta classes with a Ladin nonna in a quiet mountain village, and a curated wine dinner hosted in a private cellar carved into the rock. Throughout, every detail is effortless: private drivers handle transfers, concierges arrange lift passes and reservations, and local guides add meaningful cultural moments to the thrill of the slopes. The trip ends with a farewell snowball toast under the stars, hearts full, legs tired, and bonds deepened in the magic of the mountains.