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'If you thought a winter holiday began and ended with downhill skiing - then think again! Snowshoeing through ankle-deep powder, cross-country skiing among snow-veiled pines, or running huskies across frozen lakes… and not a lift queue in sight. Sound appealing? Welcome to our Winter Activities programme.'

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Andy Ross, Winter Activities Programme Manager

What the experts say...

'Working on the BBC programme High Altitude has given me more than my share of winter adventure, and opened my eyes to the vast range of activities available once you decide to leave the confines of a standard ski resort.

Anything from dogsledding in the Arctic Circle to cross-country skiing in the Pyrenees, Exodus offers you a chance to do something totally different this winter. How challenging you decide to make it is up to you.'

Graham Bell, presenter of BBC TV's ‘Ski Sunday' and ‘High Altitude’

Our selection on the snow

Why not try a fresh winter activity this year? Most require no prior experience, are great fun and based in crowd-free resorts.

You can choose from four different winter holiday categories.

MIXED ACTIVITY WEEKS

Try out a different sport each and every day. Don’t worry if you’re new to them, this is part of the fun and full instruction is given. Sample gentle pursuits like snowshoeing and ice fishing or the sheer adrenaline rush of snowmobiling or driving your own husky team.

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DOGSLEDDING

Experience the magical feeling of ‘mushing’ your own team of Alaskan or Siberian huskies across a blanket of fresh snow, past snow-covered trees and frozen lakes. Huskies love humans and love to run, and on longer trips, you really bond with the dogs and become a genuine team.

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SNOWSHOEING & WINTER WALKING

This is a brilliantly simple way to discover a winter wonderland, whatever level of challenge you’re after. Far less technical than skiing, you will master it in minutes and then the opportunity for winter exploration is endless. We provide the snowshoes and walking poles.

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CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING

Find out why this is one of the most popular of all winter sports. Using longer, thinner and lighter skis than downhill, you will wind between snowdusted pines on one of our popular beginners, intermediate or advanced courses.

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What our clients say...

'The leader was a true professional. She knew the area like the back of her hand, gave useful coaching on technique, and was very sociable. '
Peter Hutchinson – Cross-country skiing: Kvitavatn.

'Patient, professional, friendly, and encouraging. Our leader paced the week very well so everyone made progress. I went from being a nervous beginner to wondering where I will be doing my cross-country ski holiday next year! '
Nicola Jean Bevan – Cross-country skiing: Pertisau.

'One of the best leaders I have been with on any trip. Confidence-inspiring, fun and an excellent teacher.'
Alan Keen – Cross-country skiing at Rondablikk.

Waymark Holidays cross-country skiing trips

In May 2007, Exodus joined forces with Waymark, the UK’s premier operator of cross-country skiing holidays with over 30 years experience in providing first class holidays. Exodus are very proud to be able to build on that history and we believe our combined expertise now brings you the most comprehensive range of cross-country skiing options. Our selection of trips covers all ranges of abilities, from complete beginners to real Nordic enthusiasts.

Waymark are four times winners of the Guardian Observer Travel Awards for best ski company.

For details of the differet types of winter activity holidays and the grades used, please see our Winter: Styles and Grades page.