Coronavirus and your ski holiday
Peace of Mind
We're offering a range of holiday options for the Winter 21/22 and 22/23 seasons, on top of the thousands of package holidays on offer we have more self-catering chalets and self-drive options than ever before. We have package holidays offering ‘in safe hands’ promises, plus free changes on select holidays departing up to certain dates.
If you aren't sure about flying, self-drive represents a good option along with booking a private / sole occupancy self-catered / catered chalet to give you extra peace of mind. If you’re booking ski hire and lift passes you have the option to cancel for free if your holiday doesn't go ahead.
Before you travel
Firstly, it's really important to have valid travel insurance as soon as you book your holiday, there are policies that will cover you for things relating to COVID-19 out there. We work in partnership with Just Travel Cover who are travel insurance specialists. They can provide travel insurance for a range of Winter Sports Activities for travellers of all ages and will consider all medical conditions. If you would like to give them a call on 0800 294 2972 or visit their site quoting IgluSki10 to claim your 10% discount.
If you have booked a flight inclusive package and the FCDO advises against travel to that country or destination it is likely that your holiday operator will have to cancel/change your trip, in this case we will contact you to advise what your options are in the specific case, one of these options will be a refund.
If you have booked an accommodation only holiday and the FCDO advice changes, we’ll contact you to advise you what your accommodation providers position is and if changes or cancellations are an option.
Some package Tour Operators are offering a promise that they will not run your holiday if you have to quarantine on your return, in this case they will ask us to contact you with options. Where Tour Operators do not offer this promise, if you are advised to quarantine on return the Tour Operator’s normal cancellation policies will most likely apply. This means that if you don't want to travel any cancellation/changes will be deemed as one you are making and fees therefore apply.
Entry requirements
We understand the changing rules about entering a country can be hard to keep up with. Depending on where your ski holiday is booked, there will be different pre-departure procedures, as well as, different things required in resort. Please click on the country you are skiing in to find out more about their entry requirements.- France
- Austria
- Italy
- Switzerland
- Bulgaria
- Andorra
- Finland/Lapland
- Returning to the UK
- Airport testing
- In resort testing
Whilst on holiday - Changes in FCDO advice and Quarantine
When it comes to the change of FCDO advice whilst on holiday there are a few potential scenarios. If you are on a package holiday it is likely that your holiday operator will allow you to continue your holiday as planned or decide to repatriate you and all other customers in that destination. Until the specific scenario arises this is difficult for Tour Operators to have a clear policy on.
Whilst on holiday - Catching COVID-19
If you receive a positive test result whilst on holiday, there will be a different process, depending on where you are skiing. You may be required to quarantine in a designated government hotel or in the accommodation you are staying in, or your insurance company will arrange for a separate accommodation for you to complete your quarantine in. You must have good insurance cover before your trip that will cover these circumstances.
Financial protection
All flight inclusive packages are protected through the ATOL scheme and this information along with your ATOL certificate will be on your booking confirmation. Iglu Ski is also an ABTA member - membership number J0332. If you have an accommodation only booking you should take the appropriate insurance policy to protect you in case of supplier failure.
Travelling To France
Vaccinated travellers aged 12 and over
If you’re fully vaccinated you will need to present a printed copy of your vaccine certificate or show a digital copy. Once you’ve arrived at your accommodation, they will also ask for proof of vaccination status whilst you are checking in.
Everyone who had their second vaccination more than 9 months ago, needs to have had a booster jab and will be asked to show proof of this.
Travelling to France via Geneva
If you’re fully vaccinated you will need to present a printed copy of your vaccine certificate or show a digital copy.
Fully vaccinated travellers and children aged 12 and over will need to present a completed ‘sworn statement’ (déclaration sur l’honneur) form self-certifying they are not suffering from symptoms associated with coronavirus and have not been in contact with confirmed cases in the last two weeks. You can find the declaration form here.
You can find more information here.
Only travelling in France - driving/flying
Fully vaccinated travellers and children aged 12 and over will need to present a completed ‘sworn statement’ (déclaration sur l’honneur) form self-certifying they are not suffering from symptoms associated with coronavirus and have not been in contact with confirmed cases in the last two weeks. You can find the declaration form here.
You will also need to show your proof of vaccination status with a printed copy of your certificate or a digital copy on your smartphone.
If you are flying into France, you will need to fill in the digital EU Passenger Locator Form (PLF). The form can be found here.
This information can change quickly, you can find information about entering France on the FCDO website here.
What to expect in resort - Adults and children aged 16 and over
You will no longer be required to show your vaccination status to enter most enclosed public spaces. If you're entering a healthcare setting e.g. pharmacy or hospital (A&E is not included in this) you will need to show your vaccination status.
Rules for Children when travelling to France
Children aged 11 and under don’t need to provide a negative test result as long as they’re travelling with a fully vaccinated adult. They will also not be required to do anything in order to check into the accommodation.
Children aged 12 to 17 who aren't fully vaccinated will need to take a pre-departure test. Anti-gen tests must be taken within 48 hours of the flight departure time and 72 hours for a PCR test.
What to expect in resort for children
Children aged 12 to 17 don't need to show anything to enter most places in France, so their vaccination status won't matter once in resort, unless they need to go to the hospital (not A&E). In which case, if they not fully vaccinated need to show either:
- proof that they’ve recovered from COVID-19 with a positive antigen (lateral flow) or PCR test result, which is at least 11 days old but no older than 6 months.
- a negative antigen (lateral flow) or PCR test result.
Face coverings
It’s compulsory to wear a face mask in all enclosed public spaces in France. You’ll need to wear one in places like on the coach, in ski lifts and on buses, when walking around restaurants, if you’re standing without a drink in bars, and in shops. You may see social distancing markers in public spaces.
Children aged 5 and under don’t need to wear a face mask in enclosed public spaces in France. Children aged 6 and over need to wear a face mask in enclosed public spaces – please make sure you bring some with you.
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Travelling To Austria
Vaccinated travellers aged 12 and over
If you’re fully vaccinated (aged 12 and over) you will need to show your vaccination status using the NHS Covid Travel Pass or you can use a printed copy. Your accommodation will ask you to show proof of your vaccination status.
From the 1st of February, if your second vaccination was more than 270 days ago you will need to have a booster or take a pre-departure test in order to enter Austria. Anti-gen tests ne to be taken in the 24 hours before your flight arrival time to Austria, or a PCR test in the 72 hours before your flight arrival time.
If you have recently recovered from Covid-19 (within the last 180 days) you don't need take a test.
The information can change you can find more information here.
What to expect in resort - Adults
Bars, clubs and apres ski locations can choose between mandatory FFP2 masks or proof of vaccinations status in order to permit entry.
Travelling with kids
- Children aged 11 and under don't to be vaccinated to travel to Austria.
- Children aged 12 and over need to show proof that they are fully vaccinated or recently recovered from COVID-19 in the last 180 days. Or, they will need to take a pre-departure PCR or Antigent test prior to travel, the PCR must be taken within 72 hours of your flight arrival time or the Anti-gen within 24 hours.
There are no forms to fill in for children in order to travel to Austria.
The information can change you can find more information here.
What to expect in resort for children
You won't be required to show anything to enter enclosed public spaces or on the mountain.
Face coverings
Everyone aged 14 and above will be required to wear a face mask (must be the FFP2 mask) in enclosed public spaces. You can buy the FFP2 face mask in most chemists or online. You will need them for public transport (including your transfer and lifts), supermarkets and pharmacies.
Everyone aged 6 to 13 will be required to wear a face mask in indoor public spaces. However, this doesn't have to be FFP2 mask.
The face mask requirement is compulsory in Austria and not a choice.
Travelling To Italy
Double vaccinated travellers aged 18 or over
If you’re fully vaccinated (aged 18 and over) you will need to present a printed copy of your vaccine certificate or show a digital copy. Once you’ve arrived at your accommodation, they will also ask for proof of vaccination status whilst you are checking in. If your second vaccination was more than 270 days ago you will need to have had your booster jab.
Travelling to and leaving Italy via an Austrian airport
You will need to show proof that your final destination is in Italy. You can use your booking confirmation showing your booking in Italy.
All arrivals into Italy will need to complete the Italian Passenger locator form for arrival. The form can be found here.
You can find more information about entering Italy here.
Only travelling into Italy
Unaccinated children aged 6 to 17 must book and pay for a Antigen or PCR test. This must be taken no earlier than 48 hours prior to your flight arrival time for a PCR test or 24 hours if taking an Antigen test. Children aged 5 and under do not need to do a test provided they are travelling with a fully vaccinated adult.
All arrivals into Italy will need to complete the Italian Passenger locator form for arrival. The form can be found here.
This information can change quickly, you can find information about entering Italy on the FCDO website here.
What to expect in resort - Adults
You will be required to show your vaccination status in order to access enclosed public spaces and your accommodation. There will also be regular checks on the mountain so make sure you have a digital copy or the printed copy of your vaccination certificate and your passport/driving license so you can prove your identity.
What to expect in resort for children
Children aged 12-17 will also need to show their Super Green Pass enter enclosed public spaces e.g. hotels, restaurants and public transport. This is proof of their vaccination status or proof that they are fully recovered from Covid-19 in the last 180 days.
Children aged 11 and under don’t need to do anything as long as they’re travelling with a fully vaccinated adult. They will also not be required to do anything in order to check into the accommodation.
Face coverings
Everyone aged 6 and over needs to wear an FFP2 face mask on ski lifts and in shared public spaces on the mountain like restaurants. You will also need to wear a face covering while on a coach travelling to resort. You are also required to wear a mask outdoors, however this can be a surgical face mask or an FFP2 mask. The rules are the same in Austria so if you are landing in Austria before crossing into Italy an FFP2 mask will still be required.
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Travelling To Switzerland
Double vaccinated travellers aged 18 or over
If you’re fully vaccinated (aged 18 and over) you will be able to show the NHS Covid Travel Pass in place of a Swiss Covid Certificate.You will be asked by your accommodation to show proof of your vaccination status when checking in. If your second vaccination was more than 270 days ago, you will need to have had a booster jab.
Flying into Geneva but skiing in France
Please refer to our section about travelling to France here.
Only travelling into Switzerland
As previously mentioned, fully vaccinated travellers will need to prove their vaccination status. Children aged 17 and under do not need to do anything provided they are travelling with a fully vaccinated adult.
This information can change quickly, you can find information about entering Switzerland on the FCDO website here.
What to expect in resort - Adults
You will need to show your vaccination certificate, either digitally through the NHS app or with a printed copy. It is likely you will also need to show your driving licence or passport with your vaccination status so make sure you keep these on your person.
What to expect in resort for children
Children aged 17 and under aren’t required to show anything to enter enclosed public spaces e.g. hotels and restaurants.
Face coverings
Everyone aged 12 and over will be required to wear a face mask in enclosed public spaces. They will also be required to be worn on enclosed ski lifts such as bubble cars. Switzerland also has social distancing rules in place which means you will need to keep 1.5m away from anyone who is not travelling with you. You can expect lifts to operate with a reduced capacity.
Swiss authorities will allow non-medical masks to be worn including neck buffs that are worn for skiing. The face mask requirement is compulsory in Switzerland and not a choice.
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Travelling To Bulgaria
Adults and children aged 12 and and above
UK nationals aged 12 and over (regardless of where travelling from) must provide proof of vaccination status. If you had your second vaccine more than 270 days ago, you will need to have had a booster jab to enter Bulgaria.
Children
Children under the age of 12 do not need to provide any Covid documents as they are exempt.
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Travelling To Andorra
Because all travel to Andorra requires you to go through either France or Spain, there are no requirements directly for Andorra. However, this is because there are requirements for France and Spain that you must adhere to.
Entry via Spain
All UK entries must present a Health Control Form and proof of full vaccination. The final dose must be at least 14 days prior to arrival and this date must be visible. The NHS Covid Pass is accepted. If you decide to print your pass, it must be from before 1 November in order to be scanned successfully. If your second dose was more than 270 days prior to your arrival in Spain, you will need to have had a booster.
If you are not spending the night in Spain, you should put the address of your arrival airport as the address of your stay on the online Health Control Form that you will have to complete. The Health Control Form needs to be completed no more than 48 hours prior to travel.
Under 12s do not need to show vaccination status, but they must have a Health Control Form. Children aged 12 or over need to meet the same requirements as adults.
Entry via France
Please refer to our section about travelling to France here.
This information can change quickly, you can find information about entering Bulgaria on the FCDO website here.
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Travelling To Finland/Lapland
Adults
If you are fully vaccinated, proof of this will be sufficient. The NHS COVID Pass will be accepted. This also applies to children of all ages.
(It is recommended that you use the digital version of the pass on the NHS app on your phone. If you decide to print your vaccination status it must date from before 1 November to scan successfully).
If you are not fully vaccinated, you cannot enter Finland without an ‘essential or compassionate reason’ Tourism is not included.
Children
Children born in 2007 or later are exempt from all requirements of either vaccination or test status.
This information can change quickly, you can find information about entering Finland on the FCDO website here.
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Returning to the UK
From the 18th of March, you no longer need to complete a Passenger Locator Form or take a test, regardless of your vaccination status.
You can find more information about returning to the UK here.
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Airport testing
It is possible to arrange for tests in certain airports.
Geneva: The tests are carried out by qualified personnel in the check-in area of Terminal T2 (old terminal) of Genève Aéroport. Making an appointment is mandatory. Book a test here.
Zurich: PCR and Antigen test can be done at the test centre at Check-in 2 on level 1. The opening hours are Mo - Fr 05:00 - 22:00 and Sa - Su 06:00 - 22:00. PCR tests can also be taken near the central bus/tram station the opening hours are Su- Th 08:00 - 18:00 and Fr - Sa 08:00 - 20:00. PCR test results are available from within 45minutes to 3 hours. Antigen test results are ready 20 minutes after test delivery. More information here.
Lyon: The testing centre, located in Terminal 2 on level 0, is open to all without an appointment, 7 days a week, including holidays. Both PCR and Antigen tests can be carried out. PCR results will be available within 24 hours and an Antigen test within half an hour More information here.
Toulouse: A COVID-19 screening centre is located in Hall C - Ground floor level (Arrivals) More information here.
Munich: At Munich Airport, several testing options for COVID-19 are offered in the public area and within Terminal 2. For international transfer passengers (non-Schengen), a fee-based test centreis available in Terminal 2 (near Gate H17). More information here.
Sofia: There is a COVID-19 testing centre that offers PCR or Antigen tests. It can be found in Terminal 2.
Turin: The Covid Test Point of Torino Airport located at the Ski Terminal (Remote Check-In Terminal) is open from Monday to Sunday, from 8.00AM to 7.00PM All those wishing to use the service must book in advance on the Air Medical website here.
Verona: At the P4 car park of Verona Airport there is a drive-in and walk-in swab service that is available from 8:00 to 20:00, every day of the week including Saturday and Sunday. More information here.
Milan: There is a testing centre at Terminal 1 on the Arrivals Floor by Gate 4. The centre offers the Antigen and PCR tests. More information here.
Barcelona: PCR and Antigen tests are available at Barcelona airport. Barcelona Airport Terminal 1 - 3rd floor in the commercial area El Mirador - From Monday to Sunday: 3:00 – 19:00 and at Barcelona Airport Terminal 1 ground 0 - From Monday to Sunday: 9:00 – 18:00 here.
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In Resort Testing
Many of the resorts have testing centres, including a ski-in / ski-out one in Meribel. If you aren't double vaccinated you may be required to take a test during your stay as well as taking one before returning to the UK. Please find the nearest testing centres for selected resorts below
- France
- Alpe d'Huez - Tests can be booked at The Medical Center des Bergers, Pharmacy des Bergers, Medical group de la Meije and Pharmacy des Jeux
- Avoriaz - You will have to travel to Morzine for your test
- Chamonix - tests can be booked at the Maison de Santé. 509 Rte Des Pelerins
- Courchevel - A Covid testing Hub has been set up in Courchevel. You can book a test via the following link.
- Flaine - Antigen and PCR tests can be booked at Pharmacie de Flaine
- La Plagne - Antigen tests can be booked at the pharmacy in Plagne Centre. PCR tests are available in Aime La Plagne
- La Rosiere - Tests can be booked at the pharmacy in La Rosiere
- Les Deux Alps - Tests are available at the following locations number 23 and 24 Avenue de la Muzelle
- Les Menuires - You can book a test at the COVID-19 testing hup here.
- Meribel - You can book a test at the COVID-19 testing hub here.
- Morzine - Antigen tests are available at the central pharmacy of Morzine. PCR tests are avaialbe at the Maison Medicale.
- Samoens - You will have to take a short bus ride less than 10 minutes to Verchaix, where PCR and Antigen tests are available.
- Tignes - There is a testing centre in Tignes le Lac and you must make an appointment.
- Val d'Isere - A testing centre has been set up opposite MediVal. Appointments can be booked online here. The Solaise pharmacy can provide you with a pass sanitaire if you have of recovery from COVID-19 within the last 180 days. You must apply 72 hours in advance though.
- Val Thorens - You can book a test at the COVID-19 testing hub here.
- Austria
- Alpbach - The nearest testing centre is in Brixlegg, 9km away. It is open daily.
- Filzmoos - The closest testing centre is 19km away in Radstadt.
- Hinterglemm - You will have to travel to Zell am See (20km away) to do any COVID-19 tests.
- Hochgurgl - You will have to travel to Solden (14km away) to do any COVID-19 tests.
- Ischgl - You will have to travel to Zams (30km away) to do any COVID-19 tests.
- Kitzbuhel - There is a testing centre in the resort that is open daily.
- Lech - You will have to travel to Warth (7km away) to do any COVID-19 tests.
- Mayrhofen - There is a testing centre in resort that is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 8am to 1pm.
- Niederau - You will have to travel to Worgl (10km away) to do any COVID-19 tests.
- Obergurgl - You will have to travel to Solden (14km away) to do any COVID-19 tests.
- Saalbach - You will have to travel to Zell am See (20km away) to do any COVID-19 tests.
- Solden - There is a testing centre in resort that is open daily.
- St Anton - You will have to travel to Zams (30km away) to do any COVID-19 tests.
- Zell am See - There is a testing centre in resort that is open Monday to Saturday.
- Zurs - You will have to travel to Warth (7km away) to do any COVID-19 tests.
- Italy
- Arabba - You can get your COVID-19 tests done at the Farmacia di Arabba e Livinallongo.
- Cervinia - The testing centre in Crevinia can be found at Via Guido Rey, 34, 11028.
- Champoluc - You can get your COVID-19 tests done at the Farmacia San Rocco.
- Cortina - You can get your COVID-19 tests done at the Farmacia Internazionale or the Farmacia San Giorgio
- Corvara & Colfosco - Tests can be done in Corvara at the Apoteca. You will need to register online using their app - apofarmbz.
- Courmayeur - You can get your COVID-19 tests done at the Farmacia MonteBianco.
- Livigno - You can have COVID-19 tests at Aquagranda.
- San Cassiano - You will need to travel to Corvara for any COVID-19 tests. You will need to register online using their app - apofarmbz.
- Sauze d'Oulx - You can get your COVID-19 tests done at the Farmacia Tintelli Via Monfol.
- Selva - You can get your COVID-19 tests done at the Farmacia Dolomiti Via Meisules.
- Switzerland
- Grindelwald - You can get your COVID-19 tests done at Dr. Med. Marc Muller. However, if you do not have symptoms you have to go to Interlaken Pharmacy Apotheke for an Antigen Test.
- Saas Fee - The testing centre in Saas Fee is called Stephanie Kuonen.
- St Moritz - You can get your COVID-19 tests done at Spital Oberengadin or the Polyclinic St. Moritz. Your tests will need to be booked online.
- Wengen - You can get your COVID-19 tests done at the Gesundheitszentrum Lütschentäler.
- Zermatt - Tests can be done at Arztpraxis Dr. med. J. Bieler-Hischier und Dr. med. M. Cristiano.
- Andorra
- Arinsal - You will need to travel 3km to La Massana Primary Care Center which is open every day in order to do any COVID-19 related tests.
- Pas de la Casa - You will need to head to Pas de la Casa Primary Care Center for any COVID-19 tests. It is open every day.
- Soldeu - You will need to head to Canillo Primary Care Center for any COVID-19 tests. It is open every day. It is only open during the week (Monday to Friday).
- Finland/Lapland
- Levi - You will have to travel to Kittila (20km away) to do any COVID-19 tests. We recommend pre-ordering your test before departure and taking it with you.
- Saariselka - You will have to travel to Ivalo (30km away) to do any COVID-19 tests. We recommend pre-ordering your test before departure and taking it with you.
- Yllas - You will have to travel to Kittila (50km away) to do any COVID-19 tests. We recommend pre-ordering your test before departure and taking it with you.
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Why book with Iglu ski for Winter 21/22 and beyond- We are an industry-leading ski travel agent and have been trading for over 20 years
- Exclusive prices and discounts - we have access to holidays and prices that most other travel agents don't. We also have a price match policy which means we won't be beaten on price
- Huge range of holiday types - we pride ourselves on having 100,000’s of holidays on offer from flight inclusive packages to self catering chalets and short breaks
- Refer a friend - we have a great policy to help you and your friends save money on your ski holidays (more info here)
- Online booking - we have tens of thousands of holidays that are bookable online 24/7
- First hand experience - our team prides itself on years of experience working in ski resorts and selling holidays. Between us we have over 100 seasons experience
- Our promise - We will keep you informed as quickly as we can about your upcoming holiday and anything that may impact it.