Holiday Services

Additional benefits to make your holiday even better

Transfers and Ski Safari

Private Transfers

Whether you arrive at the start of your ski holiday by train or plane, we are able to pick you up and transport you safely to Sainte Foy and your chalet or apartment.

We understand that travelling to France can be a tiring experience, especially when you are travelling with bulky equipment or a family, so why not let us complete the last leg of the journey for you? That way, you are free to relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery as you enter the Alps!

Which pickup locations do we serve?

We are able to pick you up from the airports of Geneva, Lyon, Grenoble, Chambery and Annecy as well as the train station in Bourg Saint Maurice.

How does it work?

Arrive at the airport or train station to be greeted by one of our fully-trained, friendly drivers. Our drivers, who are all English speaking, will be looking out for you and waiting with a sign so that you can easily identify them. You will be given your driver's name and number in advance and your driver will also have a contact number for you.

Your driver will then show you to your warm 4WD Volkswagen minibus; all of our vehicles are the latest models and are fitted with winter tyres and snow chains where necessary. Your luggage will then be put into the vehicle while you get seated and comfortable. If you have children, your pre-booked complimentary child or booster seats will be ready and your driver will help ensure all seat belts are fitted securely before setting off.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey to Sainte Foy! If you have any questions 'en route' regarding the resort, your holiday property, or perhaps the snow conditions, just ask your driver and he will be happy to help!

On arrival at Sainte Foy, you will be shown either straight to your chalet (if you have chosen a catered holiday) or to the Première Neige concierge desk (if you are self-catering) where you will be checked in*. Our friendly concierge staff can answer any queries you may have. Once you are checked in, your driver will take you to your chalet or apartment and help you put your luggage into the property.

Settle in, relax, and enjoy the start of your holiday in Sainte Foy! Should you wish to explore the neighbouring resorts or enjoy an evening meal at one of the local restaurants during the week, pop in to concierge to arrange another convenient transfer.

Everything from the pick up at Bourg Saint Maurice has been efficient and as expected.

Guest feedback, 2007/2008

* N.B. Please note that check-in time is 4pm on your arrival day. If your property is ready before 4pm we will do our best to ensure an earlier check-in however this cannot be guaranteed. We try our best to prepare properties as early as possible but during busy periods this is not always possible.

Why a Première Neige transfer?
  • We have been providing transfers exclusively to our guests for seven years
  • We have extensive knowledge of the surrounding road networks
  • We offer both Saturday and Sunday airport transfers as well as local mid-week transfers
  • Our fleet of 4WD VW Transporters and Caravelles are the latest models
  • Our vehicles use diesel making them more environmentally friendly
  • Our drivers are English speaking and friendly
  • Our drivers are fully trained in difficult driving conditions
  • Our drivers live and work in Sainte Foy so have first-hand knowledge of the local area
  • Every vehicle is fully equipped with winter tyres and snow chains
  • We cater for children by providing baby and booster seats
  • We will greet you at your arrival point, drive you directly to your chalet or apartment, and even help with your bags!
  • Our transfers are competitively priced
Return Transfer Prices:
  • £85 per person from Lyon airport
  • £80 per person from Geneva / Grenoble airports
  • £60 per person from Chambery airport
  • £20 per person from Bourg Saint Maurice train station
  • Transfers are based on a minimum of 6 people and a maximum of 8, however we can organise taxi transfer for smaller or larger groups. To book please contact us at

Ski Safari

This service allows you to explore the local surrounding ski resorts and restaurants, all of which are a short drive from Sainte Foy. Whether you would like to try a day trip to La Rosière with lunch in Italy, go to Val d'Isère to do some shopping, or sample some authentic Sainte Foy cuisine at one of the restaurants near to the resort, we are able to take you there.

Which resorts and villages do we cover with our ski safari service? View the list below for more details.

La Rosière:

Taking around 25-30 minutes to reach, we will drop you either directly next to the lift pass office or at the main stretch of shops and bars. More information...

Les Arcs:

The easiest way to get to Les Arcs is to be dropped at the uncrowded chairlift at Villaroger, just 15 minutes' drive from Sainte Foy. From here two chairlifts will drop you right into one of Les Arcs' large ski bowls. More information...

Tignes:

Just 15 minutes from Sainte Foy, we will drop you at Tignes Les Brevieres. From here you are able to redeem a heavily discounted day lift pass to the Espace Killy (Tignes and Val d'Isère). More information...

Val d'Isère:

At 25 minutes from Sainte Foy, La Daille is the best drop off location to enter the ski slopes. Work your way around the valley and even head for the far end, Le Fornet. We can also drop you in the town centre if you prefer to shop or have a bite to eat. More information...

Local Restaurants:

We cover various restaurants in Sainte Foy village, Viclaire, Le Miroir, Val d'Isère and Bourg Saint Maurice. View more details...

Interested to book a Ski Safari?

Whether you would like a day's skiing at a nearby resort or you would like to go for an evening meal locally, contact our concierge team for pricing and availability. Prices depend on group numbers.

How does Ski Safari work?
  • You decide you would like to ski/shop/eat at another resort
  • Pop into or call concierge
  • Check minibus availability
  • Book a day/time/destination
  • Be greeted by your driver at your property at pre-arranged time
  • Enjoy a drive to the resort/restaurant of your choice
  • Hop out either at the ski slopes, the resort centre, or the restaurant
  • Your driver will give you his phone number
  • Enjoy a day's skiing/shopping or your evening meal!
  • Be greeted by your driver at the arranged pick up location/time
  • Enjoy your transfer back to your chalet or apartment

Heli-transfers

Travel in style either from the airports or between the local ski resorts! If you would like to use a helicopter to get around the Alps much quicker, we are able to organise this for you with our suggested partner companies:

  • Heli Mountains
    Located just down the road in Bourg Saint Maurice, Heli Mountains offer a 'helitaxi' service from the surrounding airports. Reach your chalet and the ski slopes quickly and avoid road congestion in busy periods. Heli Mountains also offer 'discovery flights' around Mont Blanc as well as 'pleasure formula flights' which include transfers to quality restaurants in the region.
  • Blugeon Helicopters
    Reach Sainte Foy from the airport in a few minutes, fly over the majestic Mont Blanc Massif or have the helicopter drop you on top of a mountain summit in Italy for a magic off-piste decent.

Contact us for more details and to book your heli-transfers.

Local Taxis

Whilst we always do our best to accommodate Première Neige transfer requests, there may be times during the winter season, in particular at peak weeks, that our minibuses are fully booked. In this instance, there are several local taxi companies who provide both airport and local transfers.

Should you need any help at all to book a taxi with one of the following local companies, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our French-speaking concierge team.

  • Alp Line
    Offering ski shuttles and private group transfers to and from Geneva, Chambery, Grenoble, Lyon, Annecy, and Turin airports. Also offer transfers to and from city hotels, and Alpine train stations including Moutiers, Aime, Bourg Saint Maurice and Annecy.
    t: +33 (0)4 50 74 38 42
  • Altitude Espace Taxi
    Local and long distance taxis for one to eight people. Based in Sainte Foy village, just 4km from the ski station.
    t: +33 (0)6 07 41 11 53
  • The Cool Bus
    Based in Bourg Saint Maurice and covering airport transfers between all ski resorts in the Tarentaise and the Three Valleys (including Tignes, Val D'Isère, Les Arcs, La Plagne, Meribel, Courchevel and Val Thorens) and Geneva, Lyon, Chambery and Grenoble airports.
    t: +33 (0)6 32 19 29 62 / +33 (0)6 78 24 15 74