Chalet Les Cimes

Important Covid-19 refund promise

You can cancel or amend your reservation up to 28 days prior to your arrival with no charges.

If your trip has to be cancelled last minute due to government directives, a quarantine in place in the UK or France at the time of travel, border closures, FCO Advice, local authority closures that affect skiing, hotel accommodation, the ski lift system or access to Megeve due to Covid-19, you will be offered the opportunity to change your dates free of charge, receive a credit for a future trip or receive a full refund. For guests wishing to take a full refund there will be a £50 per person administrative fee.

Q. What happens if I have Covid symptoms and have been advised to self isolate or I have Covid-19 and cannot travel?

A. If you contract Covid-19 within 14 days of your departure date and have a medical certificate to confirm this (proof will be required) you can move your holiday to a later date this season or next season without any charges. If you would prefer to cancel you will need to contact your Insurance provider.

Q. What if the area that I live is in a local lockdown and my holiday departure date is within the lockdown period so I am unable to travel.

A. If the area that you live is in a local lockdown you can move your holiday to a later date this season or next season.

Q. What happens if France introduces a quarantine period, or the resort of Megeve is in lockdown or the ski lifts are unable to operate due to the Covid pandemic.

A. We know that things can change at a moment’s notice. If, when you are due to travel, there are restrictions in France, or your holiday has to be cancelled, you will have a choice of changing your dates free of charge, receiving a credit for a future booking or a refund. However, for a full refund, there will be a £50 per person admin fee.

Q. My holiday and flight is still going ahead, however, I no longer wish to travel. Can I move my holiday or can I cancel free of charge?

A. With this operator's new flexible booking conditions you can change your dates up to the date that the final balance is due (currently 4 weeks), you have the option to postpone your holiday until next year and your deposit payment will go against a future booking with this operator. Once you have paid your final balance, If you decide to cancel your booking, because you do not wish to travel, you will lose any monies you have paid in accordance with the operator's normal terms & conditions.

Q. What happens if there is travel advice while I am away to warn against all but essential travel to France or Switzerland?

A. All expenses for alternative travel, testing, treatment or self-isolation will need to be covered by yourselves. It is important that you have travel insurance that covers such costs incurred due to Coronavirus.

Q. What happens if while I am away there is a travel advice update, and I will now have to quarantine on my return from holiday?

A. If the FCO is not advising against all but essential travel, the trip will complete as normal. If you wish to curtail your trip and get home in order to arrive before the quarantine comes into place, this would be your own choice. In this scenario, you will not receive a refund on any remaining days of your holiday.

Q. Who pays any costs incurred if I contract COVID-19 symptoms whilst on holiday?

A. You will need to contact your travel insurance provider so they can advise you.

Q. What happens if I become unwell or start to show COVID-19 symptoms whilst on holiday?

A. You should seek medical assistance and report any illness/symptoms Immediately. All costs incurred from testing, treatment or self-isolation will need to be covered by yourselves.

A copy of the full terms and conditions are available on request.

One of the most enjoyable parts of any catered ski chalet holiday is undoubtedly the food, Good food, and this operator ensure that their chefs have the experience to deliver. They use the finest ingredients, sourcing products locally where possible and their simple but tasty menus will satisfy the culinary needs of their hardiest skiers.

The day starts with a hearty cooked breakfast or a healthier option of cereals, fresh fruit, yoghurts, croissants and pain au chocolat, served with a choice of teas, freshly brewed coffee and a variety of fruit juices.

After skiing, homemade cakes and tea and coffee await your arrival from the slopes. An honesty bar at Les Cimes is available for anyone wanting something a little stronger. In the evening put your feet up while savouring the tastes of the chef’s selection of canapés with your favourite aperitif.

In the evening their chef Petra will impress the most gourmet eaters by serving a delicious three-course evening meal accompanied by a choice of carefully selected French wines and rounded off with a selection of local cheeses and coffee.

Throughout your stay, help yourselves to complimentary tea and coffee.

They can tailor their menu’s for guests with special dietary requirements and cater for younger children at an earlier time.

Sample Menu 1

Starter

Warm Chicken tikka salad with a Mint & Cucumber dressing

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Main

Oriental Duck on a bed of wok vegetables with ginger and soya sauce, finished with black and white sesame seeds.

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Dessert

Chocolate Fondant with Vanilla Ice Cream and Salted Caramel Sauce.

Sample Menu 2

Starter

Char-grilled scallops with a Provencal sauce and sweet and sour spring onions.

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Main

Chicken stuffed with Roasted Pepper, Goats Cheese and Kale, served with a tomato sauce, broccoli and Roasted Potatoes.

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Dessert

Traditional homemade Raspberry and Apple Crumble with creme anglais.

Sample Menu 3

Starter

Homemade Rabbit and Apricot Terrine served with side salad and dressing.

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Main

Whole baked fish with sauce vierge, sauteed potatoes and honey roasted vegetables.

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Dessert

Greek yoghurt Cheesecake with crunchy Honeycomb pieces.

Economy Ski Pack

Perfect for entry level skiers looking for the best price. Refurbished equipment from the Sensation and Evolution categories.

• Ski types: Skis downgraded from Sensation and Evolution ranges
• Maximum age: 3 years
• Package includes: Skis, boots and poles

Atomic Nomad [S] Tune Plus

£66

Economy Skis Only

£49

Evolution Ski Pack

Entry level skis/snowboards perfect for those discovering the thrills of skiing on green and blue slopes. Manageable and reliable skis even on hard snow, that help you make progress whilst having fun.

• Ski types: Slopes, Female, Snow blades
• Snowboard types: Multipurpose
• Boots: Good quality shoes for very good comfort
• Maximum equipment age: 2 years
• Package includes: Skis/snowboard, boots and poles

Atomic Nomad [S] Tune Plus

Dynastar Active Easy

Rossignol Sprayer

Burton Ltr

£85

Evolution Skis Only

£64

Performance Ski Pack

For all skiers at home on all types of slopes and snow. Comfortable, higher-performance skis/snowboards that guarantee stability and grip even at full speed.

• Ski types: Slips, All mounting, Female
• Snowboard types: All mountain, Freestyle
• Boots: Good quality shoes for a good support
• Maximum equipment age: 2 years
• Package includes: Skis/snowboards, boots and poles

Salomon X-Drive 75 Sti

Head Absolut Joy S

Rossignol Smash 7

Burton Progression

£105

Performance Skis Only

£79

Excellence Ski Pack

For the most demanding and experienced skiers. The highest quality skis for every terrain, both on-slope and off.

• Ski types: Racing World Cup, Piste, All mountain, Free ride, Female
• Boots: Hi quality and technical shoes for very good support
• Maximum equipment age: 1 year
• Package includes: Skis, boots and poles

Salomon X–Drive 8.3

Rossignol Experience 84 CA

Atomic Cloud Eleven Arc

£121

Excellence Skis Only

£91

Adult Helmet Hire

£21

Junior Champion Ski Pack Inc Helmet (Under 12)

For children 8-11 years at the 3-star or higher, as well as for older kids 12-13 years old at any level. Booking helmets is highly recommended it for beginners and children.

• Ski types: high-quality skis (Racing skis, Twin tip skis)
• Snowboard types: Junior
• Maximum equipment age: 3 years
• Package includes: Skis/Snowboard, boots and poles

Rossignol Hero Junior Multi-Event

Burton Ltr-Kids

£66

Espoir Ski Pack Inc Helmet (Under 12)

£49

Mini Kids Ski Pack Inc Helmet (3 - 5)

Perfect for kids under 6, to safely carve their first turns. Helmets are highly recommended for children.

• Ski types: Junior
• Package includes: Skis, boots and poles

Rossignol Roostie

Rossignol Princess

£49