ITALY: Piancavallo - on a sunny plateau in the Eastern Alps

The resort
Piancavallo is a well known resort located on a sunny plateau in the southern ranges of the Eastern Alps. It was developed 20 years ago and has been thoughtfully and tastefully designed with ski in -ski out accessibility. The village is mostly pedestrianised with a large covered shopping area and a new sports and games hall. It is well connected by road rail and air, making it easy to reach.

Ski facts:
Resort range: 1300-2000m
Season from December to March. 45kms

The skiing
The ski area radiates from the village centre with well maintained pistes that offer a combination of runs above the tree line or through pine clad forests back to the village. Whilst being a relatively small ski area the lift system is well integrated so that it's possible to combine pistes for more variety. The skiing is excellent for beginners with a selection of green and blue runs that ensure good progression under the watchful eye of the instructors. Intermediate and more advanced skiers will enjoy the higher slopes above the village.

The accommodation
Our chalet style 3* hotel has the best location in the village! It is just 200m from the nursery slopes, lifts and ski school meeting point, yet is in the heart of the village. It offers spacious public areas including a large restaurant, bar, TV lounge, games room, meeting room and disco. All rooms have en-suite facilities and can sleep 4-5 comfortably.

Apres ski
There is a selection of activities that may be included in your itinerary: curling, ice skating, bowling (Aviano), pizza pizza evening and a quiz.

What your holiday includes
* Return travel by fully equipped executive coach
* 7 days en-suite accommodation, full or half board basis.
* 6 days area lift pass
* 6 instruction for 4 hours a day
* 6 days ski or snowboard hire
* Reservations for evening activities

Not included
* Personal travel insurance
* Snowboarding supplement £35
* Personal spending money
* Meals on the journey
* Cost of evening activities which are payable locally unless otherwise agreed