Winter Adventure Holidays

With nearly three decades of experience in organizing adventure holidays, there's no one better equipped to curate your ideal winter getaway than KE. Our winter activity holidays are all about embracing the joys of snow and mountains, far removed from the hustle and bustle of crowded ski resorts.

 Venture off the beaten path, seeking out tranquil locales for unique experiences. Whether it's skiing amidst the serene landscapes of Sweden and Iceland, cross-country skiing in France's picturesque Jura Mountains, or snowshoeing in the serene beauty of the Alps and Pyrenees. You can also get friendly with local huskies on an exhilarating dog-sledding expedition in Scandinavia, spend a night in an igloo in Slovenia, or embark on an unforgettable journey combining skiing, sailing, and snowshoeing on our West Greenland cruise. If you have a passion for snow, we certainly have a winter holiday perfectly tailored to your preferences.

Featured Winter Adventure Holidays

Highlight of a Winter Holiday

The highlight of a winter adventure holiday is undoubtedly the opportunity to immerse yourself some of the world’s most pristine, snow-covered landscapes. Our winter will take you to remote, winter wonderlands where you will be greeted by breathtaking mountain ranges, beautiful frozen lakes, untouched snow, and wonderful winter wildlife thriving in freezing conditions.

Types of KE Winter Adventure Holidays

Multi Activity Winter Holidays

Our multi-activity winter offer an array of extraordinary, experiences that will enhance your winter adventure. You might be meeting the Sami people and their reindeer in Arctic Finland or snowshoe hiking under the Northern Lights. Alternatively, you could be ice-climbing and dog-sledding in the Julian Alps of Slovenia.

Snowshoeing Holidays

Following snow-clad trails that are otherwise completely inaccessibly, snowshoes allow us to explore forested ridges and climb to high mountain viewpoints. Well away from the ski crowds, but with the option to join them in the evenings for a drink or two, this is the best of both worlds! Explore remote valleys and quiet trails in the French Alps or Snowshoe across the frozen lakes and forested ridges of East Finland.

Cross Country Skiing Holidays

Our ski-based holidays provide a thrilling alternative way to explore new destinations. Whether you're seeking the thrill of conquering demanding slopes or the joy of gently gliding through serene winter landscapes, our ski-based holidays cater to a wide range of skiing preferences and skill levels. Tackle the tough ski mountaineering Haute Route, from Chamonix to Zermatt. Alternatively, embark on an Italian Ski Weekend, which is a chance to sample cross-country skiing for the first time.

More Information About Winter Adventure Holidays

How many people in a group on a winter holiday?

Group sizes are limited to a maximum of 16 to allow easier interaction with the local people and to leave fewer footprints in a world where it is important that we are environmentally aware.

Winter Holiday Grades

To show the relative difficulty of our winter holidays, each trip is graded on a scale of 1 to 9, with 9 being the most challenging. In turn these grades are divided into YELLOW (Leisurely), GREEN (Moderate) and BLUE (Challenging). Our simple, colour-coded grade symbol provides an indication of the difficulty of each trip.

Worldwide Adventure Holidays

We offer over 360 active adventures in 100 countries worldwide. Best known for our pioneering itineraries and challenging trips with an 'edge', we also offer a range of easier guided and self-guided walking, cycling, family and wildlife journeys throughout the world. Based in Keswick in the Lake District, we are passionate about creating unique travel experiences for our customers.

Trusted

40 years of operating; fully bonded and your money 100% protected.

Active

From leisurely walking and cycling to push-your-limits expeditions.

Worldwide

400 Guided Group and Self-Guided adventures in 100 countries.

Sustainable

100% carbon absorption. Caring for the environment and local communities.

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