THE BEST SKI RESORTS IN THE ALPS AND APENNINES TO DISCOVER WITH BUSALPI
The Alps and the Apennines offer breathtaking landscapes, ancient traditions and a wide range of activities for every season, perfect if you’re looking for adventure, relaxation or simply a unique experience in the mountains. With our coach hire service with driver, you’ll arrive at every destination in complete comfort and safety, with no worries about logistics.
THE ITALIAN ALPS
From the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Dolomites to the majestic peaks of the Valle d'Aosta, passing through Europe’s most renowned ski areas. Explore the most fascinating alpine destinations in Italy!
VENETO
The mountains of Veneto combine the splendour of the eastern Dolomites with the history of the Great War. Here, modern ski resorts coexist with history and unspoilt nature.
Main locations:
- Arabba
- Marmolada
- Altopiano di Asiago
- Cadore
- Val di Zoldo
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Ice skating
- Via ferratas
- Trekking
- Rock climbing
- Mountain bike
- Sailing, windsurfing and kayaking on Lake Garda
- Visits to the museums of the Great War
- Tastings of typical Venetian products
THE DOLOMITES
The Dolomites are home to the largest ski area in Europe (Dolomiti Superski ) and a traditional Ladin way of life.
Main locations:
- Cortina d’Ampezzo (sede Olimpiadi 2026)
- Val Gardena
- Alta Badia
- Alta Pusteria
- Tre Cime di Lavaredo
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing e Cross-country skiing
- Sledding
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Ice skating
- Via ferratas
- Trekking
- Rock climbing
- Mountain bike e e-bike
- Golf
- Tastings of typical Ladin products
- Thermal baths
TRENTINO ALTO ADIGE
Where Italy meets Tyrol, Trentino-Alto Adige boasts world-famous resorts offering a high-level skiing experience, among crystalline alpine lakes and a food and wine tradition that celebrates the best of two cultures.
Main locations:
- Madonna di Campiglio
- Val di Fassa
- Canazei
- Bolzano
- Merano
- Plan de Corones
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing e Cross-country skiing
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Trekking
- Rock climbing
- Mountain bike
- Rafting
- Tastings of wines and traditional products
- Sailing and canoeing on the lakes of Levico, Caldonazzo and Garda
- Wineries on the South Tyrolean Wine Route
- Visit the Archaeological Museum of Bolzano
- Wellness and spa in Merano
LOMBARDIA
The Lombardy Alps offer spectacular alpine scenery not far from Milan. From Valtellina with its fine wines and Valcamonica and its rock art, to the Alpine lakes set among the mountains.
Main locations:
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing e Cross-country skiing
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Trekking
- Ice skating
- Via ferratas
- Mountain bike
- Rock climbing
- Tastings of typical products
- Sailing, windsurfing and kayaking on Lake Garda
- Wineries on the Wine Routes
- Museum visits
- Thermal baths (Bormio, San Pellegrino Terme and Garda)
PIEDMONT
The Piedmontese Alps offer exclusive destinations and unforgettable views. From Via Lattea to Monterosa Ski , passing through authentic Alpine villages, and not forgetting the superb Piedmontese cuisine.
Main locations:
- Sestriere
- Via Lattea
- Bardonecchia
- Alagna Valsesia
- Limone Piemonte
- Pragelato
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Visits to ancient villages
- Trekking
- Rock climbing
- Mountain bike
- Tastings of typical Piedmontese products
VAL D’AOSTA
Land of the Alpine giants, Valle d 'Aosta is home to the highest peaks in Europe: Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa and Gran Paradiso. Medieval castles, natural spas and legendary Alpine trails make this region an unmissable destination.
Main locations:
- Courmayeur
- Cervinia-Breuil
- Aosta
- Pila
- Champorcher
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing e Cross-country skiing
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Ice skating
- Via ferratas
- Rock climbing
- Mountain bike
- Visits to historic castles and museums
- Excursions in the Gran Paradiso National Park
- Tour du Mont Blanc trekking
- Rafting and riverboarding on the Dora Baltea river
- Thermal baths in Pré-Saint-Didier
FRENCH ALPS
The French Alps are among the most sought-after ski destinations in Europe, thanks to their world-famous ski areas. This region is home to some of the highest peaks on the continent, where a rich Alpine tradition meets refined hospitality.
Main locations:
- Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
- Les Deux Alpes
- Tignes
- Val d’Isère
- Les 3 Vallées (Val Thorens, Les Menuires, Méribel, Courchevel)
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Ice skating
- Via ferratas
- Trekking
- Rock climbing
- Mountain bike
- Tastings of typical products
- Thermal baths
SWISS ALPS
From the iconic peak of the Matterhorn to the majestic expanses of perennial glaciers, from the thrill of a journey on the world’s most scenic railway to trails dotted with mountain huts, every moment here becomes a memory to cherish forever.
Main locations:
- St. Moritz
- Zermatt (Cervino)
- Davos
- Engelberg
- Grindelwald
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing e Cross-country skiing
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Tour guidati ai ghiacciai
- Sledding
- Ice skating
- Via ferrate
- Trekking
- Rock climbing
- Mountain bike
- Tasting of Swiss products
- Thermal baths
- Scenic railways (Glacier Express, Bernina Express)
AUSTRIAN ALPS
The Austrian Alps enchant with their perfect pairing: on the one hand, the adrenaline of legendary slopes and modern ski infrastructure; on the other, the cosy warmth of wooden huts and the fairytale atmosphere of snowy villages.
Main locations:
- Innsbruck
- Sölden
- Kitzbühel
- Ischgl
- Carinzia
- Zell am See
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Sledding
- Rock climbing
- Via ferrate
- Ice skating
- Christmas traditions and Christmas markets
- Thermal baths
APENNINES
This mountain range is the perfect refuge if you’re yearning for untamed and unspoilt nature, if you want to wander in quiet ancient villages and enjoy genuine cuisine, all within easy reach from the busy cities.
TUSCAN-EMILIAN APENNINES
Main locations:
- Abetone (PT)
- Corno alle Scale (BO)
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowboard
- Snowshoe hiking
- Trekking
- Mountain bike
- Rock climbing
- Visits to medieval villages (Pievepelago, Cutigliano)
- Tastings of PDO products, including Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma
UMBRAN-MARCHIGIAN APENNINES
Main locations:
- Monti Sibillini (AP, MC, PG)
- Gubbio (PG)
Main activities:
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowshoe hiking
- Trekking
- Mountain bike
- The flowers of the Piana di Castelluccio (spring-summer)
- Tastings of typical products such as Castelluccio lentils and Prosciutto di Norcia
- Rock climbing
CENTRAL APENNINES - GRAN SASSO
Main locations:
- Gran Sasso d’Italia (TE, AQ)
- Campo Imperatore (AQ)
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowshoe hiking on Gran Sasso
- Trekking
- Rock climbing
- Horse riding
- Visits to the historic villages of Santo Stefano di Sessanio and Castel del Monte
- Stargazing at the Gran Sasso Observatory
ABRUZZO AND MOLISANO APENNINES
Main locations:
- Roccaraso (AQ)
- Campitello Matese (CB)
- Pescocostanzo (AQ)
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing
- Cross-country skiing
- Snowshoe hiking
- Trekking
- Horse riding
- Rock climbing
- Mountain bike
- Wildlife observation (Marsican brown bear, wolf, chamois) with specialised guides
- Tastings of arrosticini, pecorino canestrato and Montepulciano d'Abruzzo wine
SOUTHERN APENNINES - POLLINO AND SILA
Main locations:
- Monte Pollino (PZ, CS)
- Sila (CS, KR)
Main activities:
- Downhill skiing e Cross-country skiing
- Trekking
- Rafting in the Pollino National Park
- Mountain bike
- Horse riding
- Sailing, windsurfing and kayaking on the Sila lakes (Lake Arvo, Lake Ampollino)
- Tastings of typical products such as patata della Sila IGP and porcini mushrooms