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School Ski Trips to Italy

 

Home to high-altitude skiing and Olympic pistes, where spellbinding summits tower above charming resorts, School Ski Trips to Italy offer unbeatable quality at an inclusive price. It’s the perfect destination for groups seeking incredible skiing without long travel times; a school ski trip Italy delivers all the thrill, scenery and atmosphere you could wish for!  With a welcoming, student-friendly atmosphere, Italy is ideal for mixed-ability groups wanting space to learn and progress together. Resorts are known for their relaxed vibe, meaning students can build confidence without the pressure of crowded slopes.  

Fuelled by authentic Italian pizza, you’ll enjoy passionate local instructors, fantastic snow conditions and excellent accommodation, all topped off with warm, traditional Italian hospitality. 

  • 4.6/5 school ski tour experience rating
  • 100% of school ski trips met tour objectives
  • 95% of groups would tour again
We've found 13 tours for: School Ski Trips in Italy

School Ski Trips To Pinzolo

Discover school ski trips to Pinzolo - ideal for both beginners and advanced skiers, this modern ski resort is fantastic…

  • Resort Height: 800m
  • No. of Lifts: 14
  • Km of Piste: 30km
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais 14 hrs
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Mountain Landscape of Passo Tonale

School Ski Trips to Passo Tonale

With piste-side hotels and a variety of slopes, Passo Tonale is the perfect resort for learners and experts alike!

  • Resort Height: 3,000m
  • No. of Lifts: 30
  • Km of Piste: 100km
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais 14 hours, Verona 3 Hours
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Sestriere

School Ski Trips to Sestriere

Chosen for its high altitude and dramatic mountain landscape, School Ski Trips to Sestriere offer snow-sure skiing all season round.

  • Resort Height: 2,035m
  • No. of Lifts: 70
  • Km of Piste: 400km
  • Teachers' top pick for a school ski trip
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Bormio Ski Slopes

School Ski Trips to Bormio

As a multiple World Cup Championship and World Cup host resort, Bormio offers extensive pistes for all abilities.

  • Resort Height: 1,225m
  • No. of Lifts: 27
  • Km of Piste: 50+
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais 16 hrs, Milan 3hrs 15
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Madonna di Campiglio

School Ski Trips to Madonna di Campiglio

World Championship resort with incredible skiing on two linked sides of the valley, which varies from rugged to tree-lined pistes

  • Resort Height: 1,550m
  • No. of Lifts: 20
  • Km of Piste: 150+
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais16 hrs, Verona 3hrs
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Santa Caterina

School Ski Trips to Santa Caterina

With two very distinctive sides to the ski area, ski trips to Santa Caterina offer fantastic skiing for all abilities.

  • Resort Height: 1738m
  • No of Lifts: 27
  • Km of Piste: 35+
  • Coach transfer times: Calais 16 hrs, Milan 3 hrs 30 mins
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Folgaria

School Ski Trips to Folgaria

Nestled in the mountains of Trentino, Folgaria provides good, varied skiing in a safe village atmosphere.

  • Resort Height: 1,210m
  • No. of Lifts: 23
  • Km of Piste: 100km
  • Coach transfer times: Calais 17 hrs, Verona 1hr 30 mins
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School Ski Trips to Bardonecchia

Bardonecchia's varied runs, excellent lift system and extensive snow-making facilities never fail to impress.

  • Resort Height: 1,300km
  • No. of Lifts: 23
  • Km of Piste: 100km
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais: 13 hrs, Turin: 1hr 30 mins
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Madesimo

School Ski Trips to Madesimo

Uncrowded slopes and minimal lift queues, skiers can enjoy a variety of terrain, from tree-lined runs to high altitude pistes.

  • Resort Height: 1,550km
  • No. of Lifts: 13
  • Km of Piste: 60+
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais 16 hrs, Milan 3hrs 15 mins
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Beautiful sunny landscape of the fresh snow and peaks of Prato Nevoso, Italy

School Ski Trips to Prato Nevoso

Wide open runs, a small town charm, fantastic aprés and is an excellent choice for both beginners and intermediates.

  • Resort Height: 1,500m
  • No. of Lifts: 24
  • Km of Piste: 130km
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais 16 hrs, Turin 2hrs
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Sauze d'Oulx

School Ski Trips to Sauze d’Oulx

With high altitude pistes, extensive glade skiing and a busy après scene, it’s hard to resist this charming bustling resort.

  • Resort Height: 1,509m
  • No. of Lifts: 62
  • Km of Piste: 400km
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais 14 hrs, Turnin 1hrs 30mins
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Tarvisio

School Ski Trips to Tarvisio

Regularly used for the FIS for World Cup events, Tarvisio has lifts stretching up to 1,750m, providing fantastic skiing for…

  • Resort Height: 754m
  • No. of Lifts: 15
  • Km of Piste: 35+
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais 15 hrs, Venice 2 hrs 30 mins
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Sunday River

School Ski Trips to Aprica

School Ski Trips to Aprica guarantee snow, slopes, and an unforgettable experience! Based in the scenic region of Valtellina, Aprica…

  • Resort Height: 1,162m
  • No. of Lifts: 17
  • Km of Piste: 50km
  • Coach Transfer Times: Calais 14hrs, Milan 2hrs 30 mins
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The educational value of a school ski trip to Italy

School ski trips to Italy with Rayburn Tours offers an exciting opportunity for students to develop skiing skills whilst experiencing one of Europe’s most welcoming and scenic alpine destinations. As one of the UK’s trusted school ski trip companies, Rayburn Tours provides professionally organised trips that combine high-quality skiing, excellent instruction and outstanding group facilities in some of Italy’s most popular resorts.

Italy is particularly popular with schools due to its wide, confidence-building slopes, friendly resort atmosphere and excellent value, making it an ideal choice for first-time skiers and mixed-ability groups.

Learning opportunities on a school ski trip to Italy

Skiing & Snow Sports Development

  • Excellent beginner and intermediate terrain, ideal for progression
  • Professional instruction in group-friendly ski schools
  • Wide, well-groomed pistes that support confidence building
  • Clear piste marking and strong mountain safety culture

Physical Wellbeing & Healthy Lifestyles

  • Daily physical activity in fresh alpine air
  • Improving fitness, stamina and coordination
  • Encouraging positive attitudes towards sport and outdoor activity

Outdoor & Alpine Environment Experience

  • Experiencing the Italian Alps first-hand
  • Understanding how weather, altitude and snow conditions affect skiing
  • Developing awareness of mountain safety and environmental responsibility

Skills students can develop on a school ski trip to Italy

Educational ski trips to Italy with Rayburn Tours supports the development of essential life skills alongside skiing ability.

Confidence and Self-Belief

  • Building confidence through steady skill progression
  • Achieving personal goals on the slopes
  • Developing a positive approach to challenge

Independence and Responsibility

  • Managing personal ski equipment and clothing
  • Following daily routines and timekeeping
  • Taking responsibility within a supervised group setting

Resilience and Determination

  • Learning to persevere and improve after setbacks
  • Developing mental resilience through physical challenge
  • Building a growth mindset through practice and feedback

Teamwork and Social Skills

  • Supporting and encouraging peers
  • Strengthening group relationships
  • Learning to work together in shared accommodation and activities

Popular school ski trip destinations in Italy

Rayburn Tours offers a wide choice of Italian resorts that are particularly well suited to school groups. These destinations are carefully selected for reliable snow, excellent ski schools and group-friendly facilities.

 

Key school ski trip destinations

 


Sestriere

Key Highlights Students May Experience:

  • High-altitude skiing with reliable snow conditions
  • Wide, open pistes ideal for school groups
  • Modern lift systems and excellent beginner areas
  • Access to the extensive Milky Way ski area

Sestriere is one of Italy’s most popular school ski resorts, offering space, variety and dependable conditions.


Sauze d’Oulx

Key Highlights Students May Experience:

  • Large, interconnected ski area
  • Confidence-building progression slopes
  • Friendly resort atmosphere for school groups
  • Access to the wider Milky Way ski network

Sauze is a firm favourite for school groups thanks to its balance of terrain variety and welcoming alpine village feel.


Bormio

Bormio

Key Highlights Students May Experience:

  • Scenic mountain terrain with a traditional alpine setting
  • Excellent ski school facilities
  • Strong progression opportunities for developing skiers
  • Reliable snow conditions

Bormio offers a classic Italian ski experience, combining quality skiing with a historic mountain town atmosphere.

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Planning a school ski trip to Italy

As one of the UK’s experienced school ski trip companies, Rayburn Tours follows a structured and proven approach to planning school ski trips to Italy, ensuring safety, clarity and enjoyment throughout.

  • Define group aims and skiing experience
    Trips are tailored to age range, ability levels and group objectives.
  • Select the most suitable Italian resort
    Resorts are chosen to match group needs, budget and progression goals.
  • Design a balanced ski itinerary
    Ski lessons, practice time and rest periods are carefully scheduled.
  • Assess safety and logistics
    Accommodation, transport, equipment hire and slope safety are fully assessed.
  • Prepare students and staff
    Pre-trip guidance covers equipment, routines and expectations.
  • Deliver the tour with expert support
    Experienced Rayburn Tours staff and ski partners ensure smooth delivery.
  • Review and reflect
    Post-trip activities support reflection on achievement and personal development.

 

Why choose Italy for your next school ski trip?

  • Ideal for first-time skiers and mixed-ability groups
  • Wide, confidence-building slopes
  • Friendly Italian resort culture
  • Excellent value for school groups
  • Reliable snow in high-altitude resorts
  • Strong reputation for quality ski instruction
  • Stunning alpine scenery and welcoming atmosphere

 

Why choose Rayburn Tours for school ski trips to Italy?

  • One of the UK’s trusted school ski trip companies
  • Specialist experience in Italian school ski resorts
  • Strong relationships with local ski schools and resorts
  • Carefully selected, group-friendly accommodation
  • Full support from planning through to return
  • Focus on safety, progression and student experience

Essential and not so essential gear for the slopes

 

Check out our Ski Trip essentials! Here you’ll find inspiration, advice, and plenty of links to shops for your ski gear. You’ll also find a link to our kit list for your upcoming ski trip. Whether or not you are just trying to stay warm, upright or turn heads, we’ve got you covered.

 

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For your financial security, you must have insurance when travelling with us, whether it be your own or the insurance we provide through Aviva. We highly recommend our insurance because it’s tailored specifically for school groups and offers cover for Covid related cancellation and curtailment.

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Over the years, we’ve come to understand that when planning a tour you need one dedicated point of contact here at Rayburn Tours HQ. This contact knows your tour like the back of their hand and is there to answer any questions, help you keep on top of the tour admin and, ultimately, provide you with a first-class school trip. But they don’t do it alone!

FAQs

  • Is Italy good for beginner skiing?
    Yes, school ski trips Italy are the perfect choice for first-time skiers, as there are several resorts that offer plenty of easy runs!

 

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