When planning a ski holiday, one of the biggest questions we get at Scout is whether an all-inclusive package is really worth the price. At first glance, Club Med can seem expensive. But once you add up accommodation, lift passes, ski hire, group ski lessons, three meals a day, drinks, childcare and entertainment, does booking everything separately actually save you money?

The answer isn't always as straightforward as you might think.

For some travellers, building a customised ski holiday offers greater flexibility and can be more cost-effective. Booking through Scout means you can tailor your trip to include everything you need—and leave out the extras you don't. For others, Club Med delivers outstanding value by bundling together the costs that quickly add up at most ski resorts, while taking much of the planning and logistics off your plate.

Let's compare the real cost of a Club Med ski holiday with a customised ski package, break down exactly what's included (and what isn't), and help you decide which option offers the best value for your budget, travel preferences and ski experience you're after.

For a family of 2 adults and 2 children under 12, based on 7 nights stay in January.

Club Med Ski Package in Tomamu
What's Included:
- 7 nights accommodation, quad share family room
- 6 day lift pass per person
- 6 day standard skis/boots/poles ski hire (optional)
- 6 days of group lessons per person
- All Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks) & beverages
- Specialised Kids Club & activities
- Nightly entertainment & curated events
- Return shared airport transfers (optional)

Not Included:
- Option to have self-catering facilities to cook own family meals.
- Some resorts don't offer interconnecting room options, so quad share room might be only option for the family.

Total Price: AUD$24,653 total (or AUD$25,725 total for 2 x rooms, twin share)
*Early Bird 20% OFF Deal applied

Benefits of a Club Med Ski Package:
- Stress-free daily meals with something to suit everyone.
- Multiple restaurants on-site, so there are no issues with restaurant reservations, or trudging through the streets to find a suitable option.
- Nightly kids activities and Kids Club, means enjoying rare child-free moments.
- Drop-and-go kids group lessons each morning.
- Extra activities for the family to participate in.
- Lessons included daily but entirely optional.
- Can include ski rentals or bring your own from home.
- Very sociable and a great way to meet like-minded families.

VERSUS

Customised Ski Holiday in Niseko
What's Included:
- 7 nights accommodation, deluxe ski-in ski-out two bedroom apartment
- 6 day lift pass per person
- 6 day standard skis/boots/poles ski hire
- 6 days of group lessons per person
- Return shared airport transfers

Not Included:
- Any meals, beverages or snacks 
- Nightly entertainment, specialty activities or Kids Club

Total Price: AUD$20,148 total
*All Early Bird Deals & offers applied

Benefits of a custom ski package:
- Carefully curated to include the things you need, down to what each person requires for ski rentals and lessons.
- More options for accommodation and finding the ideal room type and bedding for the family.
- Ability to cook own meals and enjoy family time within your own space.

Here's the deal... the total cost of a ski holiday can vary significantly depending on the quality of accommodation you choose (ski-in ski-out, full service hotel, stand-alone condo, etc), how often and where you eat out (Michelin-starred versus casual ramen shops), and any extra facilities you need for the family (day trips, childcare or babysitting).

Whether Club Med or a customised ski holiday offers better value ultimately comes down to your travel style, priorities and budget. If you love the simplicity of having almost everything included, Club Med is hard to beat. If you prefer greater flexibility, personalised recommendations and the freedom to choose exactly what's included, a customised ski package may offer better value.

Still not sure which option is right for you? Get in touch with the team at Scout and we can help you compare both options and create a holiday that suits your needs.

- Scout