Tour Highlights: Winter Sports 101 - $250 per person. 4 person minimum. This special Vermont winter vacation package is offered every Tuesday - Thursday from Jan 15 - April 15, 2006

Day 1 - Cross Country Skiing

Vermont was the first state in the nation to develop a network of private and public trails which provide the perfect backdrop for a day's outing with its rolling terrain and tons of snow which allows you to ski leisurely through the woods. It is an adventure not to be missed. You'll be provided with all equipment, thorough instruction as you learn to cross country ski plus you'll get "trail tips" whilst on your guided cross country ski tour.

Day 2 - Alpine Skiing or Snowboarding

Learn to Ski or learn to snowboard in a day at Jay Peak Resort. This package includes full equipment setup, 2 hours of instruction and a beginner zone ticket. Four lifts access 80 acres of gentle wide, easy to maneuver slopes, including the most intermediate and beginner glades in the East. The Beginner Zone at Jay Peak Resort also includes two freestyle areas (the Grom Park and Rail Garden), designed for entry-level skiers and riders.

Day 3 - Snowshoeing through the Green Mountains

Discover the silence and serenity of the woods on a guided snowshoe tour. No previous snowshoe experience is necessary. If you can walk a straight line you can learn to snowshoe. Whilst snowshoeing in this 150 acre tract of pristine northern Vermont forest offering mountain vistas and glacier rocks, you'll keep an eye out for moose, deer, wild turkeys, foxes, white snow-rabbits and other wildlife who call the Jay area home. You'll learn to identify tracks in the snow, trees with bear markings (don't worry, you won't be seeing any bears in the winter) and as an added bonus, you will go "geocaching" searching for hidden treasure using a GPS system. This tour lasts about 3 hours ending with hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows around a campfire.

Accommodation

You'll be staying at a fully equipped Coach House vacation rental apartment in the center of the delightful New England Town of Montgomery Center in the foothills of Jay Peak. All apartments are equipped with kitchens so guests can cook for themselves or if cooking isn't part of the holiday plans, then there are a number of lovely restaurants within easy walking distance.

Vacation Package Details

This vacation package includes:

2 nights lodging at The Coach House including Rooms tax.

All equipment, lessons and ski lift tickets for 1 day at Jay Peak Resort

Snowshoe equipment rental and trail guide.

Cross-country ski rental equipment and lessons for 1 day at Hazen's Notch.

It does not include transportation, food or items of a personal nature.

Prices

The cost is $225 per person for 3 days/2 nights inclusive of the activities above. All prices are quoted in US dollars and are based on a minimum of four persons staying in a 2 bedroom apartment. This Vermont winter vacation package includes all equipment rentals and lift tickets where necessary. It does not include transportation to Vermont or The Coach House. It is assumed that guests will have their own vehicles as taxi/bus service in the Jay Peak area is extremely limited. Detailed maps and directions will be given to participants to get them to their winter sporting destinations. It does not include food or items of a personal nature. A 20% non-refundable deposit is required to book. Final payment is due 21 days prior to arrival. We accept Mastercard and Visa. If a booking is cancelled, the company reserves the right to retain the full deposit of 20%.

To Book this discounted mid-week special winter sports vacation package, please email Carexco Vacation Rentals or call 802-578-7103.

All vacation packages for the Jay Peak area can be customized to suit individual winter sports needs.