Unlike a dedicated skiing holiday, our winter breaks give you the freedom to experience cross-country skiing alongside a relaxing stay in some of Europe's most beautiful snowy landscapes. Many of our hand-picked hotels have direct access to prepared trails, while others are close to extensive Nordic ski networks with equipment hire and tuition available locally.
Whether you'd like to spend an afternoon gliding through peaceful forests or devote several days to exploring well-maintained routes, you can choose exactly how much skiing you'd like to include. With cosy hotels, excellent regional cuisine and spectacular winter scenery, our holidays combine active days with plenty of opportunities to unwind.
Why try cross-country skiing?
Cross-country skiing is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore winter landscapes. Travelling quietly through snow-covered forests, frozen valleys and open mountain plateaux allows you to appreciate the scenery at a slower pace than downhill skiing.
It's also surprisingly accessible. Many beginners find the gentle movement easy to learn, while more experienced skiers can enjoy hundreds of kilometres of prepared tracks in destinations such as
Norway,
Switzerland and
Finland. Because you're free to decide when and where you ski, you can mix active days with winter walks, scenic train journeys or simply relaxing by the fire back at your hotel.