Ski Express - Portes du Soleil, Champery, CH

From $169 per person with Early Bird Discount | Free Equipment Rentals

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Feb 6 2027

Feb 6 2027

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Army Outdoor Recreation makes it easy to go skiing and snowboarding in the Alps, with convenient departures from both Smith and Pulaski Barracks.

The charming Swiss village of Champéry serves as your ultimate gateway to the immense Portes du Soleil, one of the largest cross-border ski areas in the world. This gargantuan playground seamlessly links 12 interconnected resorts across France and Switzerland, putting an incredible 600 kilometers of pristine pistes at your tips with a single lift pass. From Champéry, a high-speed cable car quickly whisks you straight into the heart of the action, where you can explore endless cruisers, tackle challenging itineraries, or test your courage on the legendary "Le Mur Suisse" (the Swiss Wall)—one of the steepest and most formidable mogul runs on the planet. The unique thrill of skiing across international borders for lunch and returning in the afternoon makes for the ultimate European day trip, all framed by the jaw-dropping backdrop of the majestic Dents du Midi mountain range.

All sesaon long, the Ski Express rolls to the best ski resorts in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, including Garmisch, St. Anton, Laax, Grindelwald and Ischgl, ensuring you find great snow conditions every Saturday. On every trip, you can expect:

  • World-Class Slopes: Wake up rested and ready to conquer some of the most famous ski areas in Europe.
  • No Skills? No Problem! Beginner ski and snowboard lessons are available from our PSIA/AASI-trained instructors.
  • No Gear? No Fear! We offer free equipment rentals on all ski trips. Better yet, you only need to get fitted once for the entire season.
  • Hassle-Free Rentals: Reserve your gear when you register. Kaiserslautern passengers grab pre-staged gear at morning check-in, while Baumholder passengers pick theirs up the day before departure.

From fresh morning powder to breathtaking mountain views, your ultimate alpine day trip is waiting. To make your ski day even better, an early-bird discount applies until the 22nd seat is filled. Don't make a fuss, just get on the bus! Choose your departure from Pulaski or Smith Barracks and reserve your spaces today!

Price:     

  • Seats 1-22:  $169 per person
  • Seats 23-46: $189 p.p.

Trip Includes: 

  • Round Trip Tour Bus Transportation to Champery
  • Free Equipment Rentals
     
  • Lift Tickets not included
     
  • Pants Rental: $15 per item (available at Kaiserslautern only)
  • 2 hour beginner ski or snowboard lesson: $50 per person (subject to instructor availability)

Destination subject to change based on road, snow and weather conditions

What to Bring:     

  • Skis/Snowboard, boots, poles
  • Hat or helmet
  • Sunglasses or goggles
  • Waterproof outerwear and gloves
  • Layers and ski socks
  • Credit/Debit card and Euro
  • Military ID and Passport

Departure:     

  • 12:01 a.m. from Wagon Wheel Theater, Smith Barracks
  • 1 a.m. from Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation, Pulaski Barracks, bldg. 2905

Return: Around 1 a.m. on Sunday

Registration Information

All reservations must be made through Army Outdoor Recreation or Webtrac. Sign up today by contacting either :

Army Outdoor Recreation, Kaiserslautern Community
Pulaski Barracks, Bldg. 2905

Army Outdoor Recreation, Baumholder Community
Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8167

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations requested 48 hours prior to trip departure will receive a 90% refund.
  • Cancellations made less than 48 hours prior to departure will receive a 50% refund.
  • There is no refund for no-shows or cancellations made less than 12 hours prior to departure.
     
  • In the event that a customer cancellation results in a fee charged to Outdoor Recreation, regardless of the date of or reason for that cancellation, the total sum of those fees will be passed along to the customer.
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Baumholder Outdoor Recreation