Solo Ski Trips - How to do it, which resorts are best, and where can I find other people to ski with?
First things first. You are not alone!
More and more people are choosing to travel on a ski holiday by themselves. whether that’s because friends can’t get the time off or are too busy with other commitments, partners don’t ski, or your old ski crew have all hung up their boots.
The key to a great solo ski trip isn’t just the snow. It’s choosing the right resort, knowing how to get there easily, and having ways to connect with other skiers once you arrive.
Here’s our honest guide to the best ski resorts for solo skiers, plus how Monsguide helps make solo travel easier, cheaper and far more sociable.
What Solo Skiers Should Look for in a Resort
If you’re travelling solo, these things matter more than anything else:
- Easy airport access – no complicated connections or late-night arrivals
- A social scene that isn’t just party-focused
- Organised activities you can join without knowing anyone
- English-speaking support on the ground
- Good value — solo trips shouldn’t cost more just because you’re one person
Why Sauze d’Oulx is a Great Choice for Solo Skiers
Sauze d’Oulx is one of the most underrated resorts in Europe for solo skiing. It’s not just the big groups of lads looking for a bar crawl. There are loads on activities to get you mixing and mingling with new people and connecting with other people who are on their ski holiday alone.
Why Sauze d’Oulx works solo
✔️ We’re here on the ground & can help you link up with the Ski Club of Great Britain (Monsguide also offers extra discounts for Ski Club members on ski hire)
✔️ Easy transfers from Turin airport
✔️ Friendly village atmosphere (not anonymous or sprawling)
✔️ Social Skiing Days with the Ski Club
✔️ English-speaking ski instructors & guides and really reasonably priced group and private lessons.
✔️ Activities like the Montgenevre Ski Away Day
There’s a good mix of group skiing activities, plus you can plug into social activities without pressure in the evenings.
The Ski Club of Great Britain & Monsguide Partnership
We are proud partners of the Ski Club of Great Britain and offer extra discounts (on top of normal discounts) to group members.
The Ski Club have been joining us weekly on our Sauze d’Oulx to Montgenèvre Ski Away Day Bus for the past couple of years and we now also offer member additional discounts on ski hire. They also offer group, social skiing days & social hours after the ski lifts have closed.
Grab yourself the Discount Card and come and join the friendly, relaxed social hours at one of Sauze d’Oulx’s bars.
You can meet the Ski Club of GB rep in resort and join one day of social skiing for free, before deciding if you want to become a member.
Unlock Discounts at the Best Bars & Restaurants
With the Monsguide Discount Card you'll unlock discounts across all our favourite bars & restaurants in the resort and on the mountain, and you can use it for your entire holiday
But Beyond Sauze d'Oulx, Austria is One of the Easiest Countries for Solo Ski Travel
Austria consistently comes out top for solo skiers, and for good reason:
- Excellent infrastructure
- Well-organised resorts
- Social mountain culture
- Straightforward airport transfers
Monsguide specialises in shared airport transfers across Austria, making solo travel simple from the moment you land.
Austria's Top Resorts for Solo Skiers
Austria consistently comes out top for solo skiers, and for good reason:
- Excellent infrastructure
- Well-organised resorts
- Social mountain culture
- Straightforward airport transfers
Monsguide specialises in shared airport transfers across Austria, making solo travel simple from the moment you land.
St. Anton am Arlberg
- Legendary ski area
- Strong Ski Club of Great Britain presence
- Confident, experienced skier vibe
- Easy transfers from Innsbruck or Munich with Monsguide
Great if you like skiing hard during the day and relaxed socialising in the evenings.
Zell am See
- One of the best all-round resorts for solo travellers
- Ski Club rep in resort
- Mix of piste skiing, glacier access and lakeside town life
- Simple transfers from Salzburg or Munich
Perfect if you want variety and a friendly, welcoming town.
Mayrhofen
- Big terrain, relaxed après & big hotels that offer single rooms
- Friendly pubs where you can sit at the bar and make new friends.
- Strong solo and mixed-ability scene
- Easy transfers from Salzburg, Innsbruck or Munich
A great choice if you want energy without chaos.
Why Airport Transfers Matter Even More When You’re a Solo Skier
When you’re travelling alone, delays and logistics hit harder.
Monsguide’s airport transfers are designed to remove stress:
✔️ Shared transfers so you’re not paying solo taxi prices
✔️ Luggage and ski gear included
✔️ Clear meeting points
✔️ Transfers across Austria, France and beyond
For solo skiers, shared transfers are often the first place you meet other skiers heading to the same resort.
Solo Skiing on a Budget? Save with Monsguide Ski Hire & Extra Discounts for Solo Skiers with the Ski Club of GB
Solo skiers often pay more by default for accommodation, transfers & even ski hire. But we’re trying to put a stop to that!
Monsguide offers discounted ski and snowboard hire across Europe, and if you’re a Ski Club of Great Britain member, you get additional exclusive discounts.
Why this matters:
- No queuing alone on arrival
- Correct kit booked in advance
- Easy swaps if conditions change
- Better prices than walk-in rental shop
The Best Ski Hire & Equipment Rental at The Best Prices
Pre-book your snowboard & ski hire and equipment rental now
Book NowSolo Skiing Done Right
Solo ski holidays aren’t about being on your own. They’re about freedom, flexibility, and choosing when to connect.
Pick a resort with:
- Easy transfers
- A Ski Club of GB & Monsguide presence
- Organised activities
- A welcoming village or town
Add in discounted hire, smart transport, and optional group experiences, and suddenly solo skiing becomes one of the most rewarding ways to travel.
If you’re planning a solo ski trip this winter, Monsguide is here to help you make it smooth, sociable and great value from day one.
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