Minnesota Ski Hawks and GTS Travel Present:
Val di Fassa Resort-Canazei
and the Dolomiti Superski of Italy
March 5 to March 13, 2027
Extension in Milan March 13-16
The Ski Hawks' International trip for 2027. Join us at this Mountain resort for 4-6 days of skiing & boarding.
Non-extension flights sold out. You can do land only or waitlist.
Val Di Fassa is an IKON Pass Resort
Val di Fassa-Canazei is a premier Dolomiti Superski resort in Italy's Dolomites, offering direct access to the 16 mile Sellaronda circuit and over 130 miles of linked slopes. Located at 4,806 feet with high-altitude skiing up to 8,655 feet, featuring a lively village, extensive snowmaking, and scenic, high-alpine terrain.
Val di Fassa Resort is part of the Dolomiti Superski Circuit
With the Dolomiti Superski ski pass, you can also travel around the nearby valleys. The Dolomiti Superski is spread over an area of about 741,000 acres in the North-East of Italy, and includes most of the winter ski slopes of the Dolomites. The area consists of 16 ski areas spread over 12 resorts, a total of 774 miles of slopes, 450 ski lifts, it is the largest ski area in the world.
The Trip
We will fly American Airlines into Munich and then Motorcoach to the village of Canazei for a week of skiing and activities. From Canazei we will travel to Milan, Italy for a few days of sightseeing activities before departing back home.
Lodging accomodations in Canazei will be at the historic Dolomiti, a four star hotel located in the heart of the village, close to the Sella Ronda ski lift and aquatic center. The hotel is equipped with spacious dinning rooms, two bars, restaurant pizzeria, and Cafe Kaiserstube.
Val di Fassa Portion
· Base trip: 7 nights at Val di Fassa - Canazei
- Extension: 3 nights in Milan
· 4-6 days of skiing (The Dolomiti Superski pass ($420-$625), provides access to all interconnected Dolomiti Superski resorts including Cortina d'ampezzo and ValGardena)
· Round trip flight from MSP to Munich then from Milan back to MSP
· Pre-trip introduction party
- Private motor coach transfers between Munich and Schloss-Club Dolomiti
· Lodging, Scholss-Club Dolomiti is located just 100 yards from the Ski Bus stop or 0.3 miles to the ski lift, breakfast and dinner included with lodging.
· Welcome Reception at hotel
- Après ski events: Canazei has one of the liveliest après-ski scenes in the region. Gather the group at Paradìs, a quaint cabin right in the village that hosts daily winter music and drinks.
Non Ski Activities: There are many non ski winter activities that you can do in and around the Canazei village. Venture on your own or we can organize groups. More discussion on these and other activities will occur at the pre trip meeting.
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- You do not need skis to ride the main lifts and experience the dramatic peaks. You can buy single-ride pedestrian lift tickets at the valley stations.
- Sass Pordoi Cable Car: Take the cable car up to the "Terrace of the Dolomites" at 2,950 meters for jaw-dropping 360-degree views.
- Dòlaondes Aquatic Center: Located right inside Canazei, this facility features a large wellness area, whirlpools, and saunas, perfect for a relaxing afternoon.
- QC Terme Dolomiti: Located just a short drive down the valley in Pozza di Fassa, this is a world-class luxury thermal spa. It features outdoor heated pools surrounded by snow, panoramic saunas, and relaxation rooms.
- Snowshoeing in Val Duron: Rent snowshoes in town and head out on the popular Val Duron loop. The trail is surrounded by massive rock walls and leads to cozy alpine huts serving hot bombardinos (a classic eggnog-and-brandy winter drink)
- Val Gardena & Ortisei Day Excursion: Join a guided group bus or hire a private shuttle to cross the stunning Sella Pass into the neighboring Val Gardena. These tours spend the afternoon exploring Ortisei, a picturesque town world-famous for its traditional woodcarvings, upscale pedestrian shopping streets, and vibrant café culture.
Lift Tickets
The Dolomiti Super Ski Pass gives you access to over 450 lifts throughout the region:
Adult Dolomiti Super Ski Pass
- Adult 6 day consecutive: $625
- Adult 5 of 6 day: $602
- Adult 4 day consecutive: $464
Senior Dolomiti Super Ski Pass
- Senior 6 day consecutive: $565
- Senior 5 of 6 day: $546
- Senior 4 day consecutive: $420
IKON Pass: The Dolomiti Superski is affiliated with IKON.
- IKON pass holders are eligible for 7 days lift tickets in the Dolomiti
- IKON Base Pass Holders get 5 days lift tickets in the Dolomiti
- It is recommended to rent skis and carry on your own boots. We are working on group pricing for rental (average $125-$160 per week). A boot bag can be found on Amazon: Yorepek 65L, holds boots, ski wear, laptop and fits in overhead.
- Highlights for going to Milan. Package includes:
- 3 breakfast buffets, Milan transfers
- Transfersto/from all tours
- 3 excursions included in pricing
Milan Extension
Milan Package includes:
- Three night lodging
- Daily breakfast buffet
- Milan transfers to airport
- Transfers to/from all excursion tours
- Three excursions included in price
Milan Details:
Three nights at the HOTEL NH COLLECTION MILAN March 13-16. 
Excursions in Milan
Day 1 Saturaday, March 13th, Arrive in Milan. On the way stop in Franciacorta for wine tasting and 2-course light lunch at a local winery then arrive at hotel and after checking and relaxing have a 3-course welcome dinner.
Day 2 Sunday March 14th, Guided walking tour of Milan - 3 hours which includes admission to Duomo Cathedral, Milan.
Day 3, March 15th, Lake Como full day private coach with a tour escort for Como and return boat trip from Tremezzo to Bellagio, Italy.
Day 4, March 16th return home.
- Trip capacity of 30, register soon.
- You must be a rostered member of the MN SkiHawks or other
club to participate.
Flight Information and Costs
- We will be flying American Airlines
- RT non-ex. Trip Airfare: $1,433.00*
- RT Airfare if you choose the 3 days in Milan extension: $1,178.00*. That's right, airfare is actually less expensive if you include the Milan extension!
- Non-extension base price: $1913
- Ext. base price: $3049
- Total non-ext. price: $3307
- Total ext. price $4185
- Sgl non ext.: $54
- Sgl ext. : $354
Departure:
- Depart AA Flight (FLT) #3099 MPLS March 5, 2027 at 10:08 AM, arrive Charleston, SC (CLT ) at 1:41 PM
- Depart AA FLT #0784 from CLT at 4:45 PM, arrive Munich 7:25 AM March 6.
Return flight if you take the NON-EXT Base Trip:
- Depart AA Flight #0207 2:20 PM, March 13 from Milan, arrive Miami (MIA) at 6:35 PM.
- Depart AA Flight # 1690 from MIA at 9:36 PM, March 13, arrive MSP 12:41 AM (MAR 14).
Return flight if you choose the 3 days in Milan extension:
- Depart AA FLT #0199 10:25 AM, MAR 16 from Milan arrive New York (JFK) at 2:40 PM
- Depart AA FLT #4525 6:51 PM, MAR 16 from JFK arrive Chicago (ORD) 9:00 PM
- Depart AA FLT #1679 11:30 PM, MAR 16 from ORD arrive MSP 12:03 A (MAR 17)
* Due to political uncertainty in the Middle east, airfares remain higher than expected.
Travel Insurance
Medical assistance on the mountain is not free. If you need ski patrol assistance to get down the mountain it will cost $. Travel insurance is highly recommended, which can be purchased on your own. Also, check to make sure your insurance provider will cover medical treatment while in another country. The SkiHawks does not endorse any specific insurance provider. If you have to cancel, the SkiHawks cancellation policy would be in effect. If you have questions, please contact your Trip Leaders. Scroll down for Trip leader contact info. Check out the cancellation policy here!
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Questions:
Contact Trip Directors:
David Scheer 651-332-3968
Susan Pfau 612-770-9500
Trip Registration
We are excited about this trip to Val Di Fassa and stay at the village of Canazei, Italy with the option to spend 3 days in Milan, Italy! It is expected that this trip will fill up before the Kick-off meeting.
Ready to go?
Payment Schedule:
- Initial deposit of $600 is due at registration.
- 2nd payment of $800 is due by August 1, 2026
- 3rd payment of $800 is due by September 15, 2026
- Final payment of the remaining balance is due by December 15.
Click on the "Register" button below. Once registered, make your deposit electronically online via credit or debit card.
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