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Kvitavatn lies at nearly 1000m above the town of Rjukan, boasting superb views of Gausta (1883m), the highest mountain in southern Norway. To the north stretches the vast plateau of the Hardangervidda.

There are endless skiing possibilities from the door, with 80km…

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The Mont Blanc region justifiably lays claim to some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world, and is a stunning setting for our week of activities. Both Italy and Switzerland border the Chamonix Valley, making this a truly international trip. We are based for…

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In the heart of Oulanka National Park sits Basecamp Oulanka. Surrounded by pristine wilderness and overlooking a lake, this self-sustained complex of wooden buildings provides a comfortable and cosy accommodation in a truely stunning location. During the stay we include a…

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In south east Norway, the high mountain plateau of the Rondane region is an excellent base for cross-country skiing, with almost 120km of prepared ski-tracks. In the expert hands of our leader, Ingrid, we have an added emphasis on technique, to establish a solid foundation…

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In the remote east of Finland, close to the border with Russia, and surrounded by frozen lakes and vast forests, is the charming Hotel Kalevala. This is a highlight of the trip, as not only does the hotel have excellent facilities, but is also set in a stunning wilderness…

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Over the years Dobbiaco has become our most popular centre - and justifiably so. This charming town, set at 1200m amid the unique scenery of the Dolomites in the Alta Pusteria region, is ideally surrounded by an impressive network of cross-country tracks.

Many kilometres…

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Each year, the Dolomitenlauf attracts skiers from around the world looking to take part in an exciting event in some of the most beautiful mountains in Europe.

This Worldloppet race offers a fantastic 42km course and the enthusiastic crowd along the track helps make…

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The Tatra Mountains offer a great mix of authentic culture, warm hospitality and a wide range of winter sports.

The oldest settlement in the High Tatras is Smokovec, which has grown over the years into a lively small town and the perfect base for a fantastic week trying…

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The Goms Valley in southwest Switzerland is an oasis of perfection. Carved over millennia by the Rhone Glacier, it is one of the least known and most scenic landscapes of The Valais, a winter sports paradise with an excellent snow sure record. The valley is guarded by majestic…

Located in the Eastern Pyrenees, the Cerdagne and Capcir region is a high plateau at 1400m. This is where the pretty village of Bolquere is situated and where we spend our week of cross-country skiing.

Just a stone throw away from Font-Romeu and located within the fantastic…

Our base for this holiday is Kandersteg, a picture postcard village in the heart of the Bernese Oberland. The combination of high trails and wonderful open plateaux make it a superb cross country ski choice for all ages and abilities.

The ski programme is both varied…

Just south of historic Innsbruck, our base is the authentic Tyrolean village of Trins, set at 1233m. This quaint village allows access to a large variety of skiing areas in the surrounding valleys. To the west, two beautiful valleys, Gschnitztal and Obernbergtal, extend to…

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The picturesque village of Saariselka is our base for the week. Low timber buildings huddle below the snowy fells and more than 220kms of groomed trails (34km of which are illuminated) radiate in all directions, including into one of Finland’s loveliest National Parks: Urho…

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Being at the centre of the most efficiently integrated ski transport and trail network in the Dolomites, Dobbiaco is a cross-country skiers’ mecca. It is also the first resort we’ve come across with snow-making cannons for their cross country trails, so that novices and…

Davos, in the heart of the Swiss Alps, is a haven for trying out a wide variety of winter sports. The impeccably maintained cross-country ski trails, many floodlit, criss-cross the entire valley forming a 75 km network of runs stretching right across the Landwasser valley.…

The Dolomites in northeast Italy have long been famous for their impressive jagged peaks, with pinnacles of coloured rock, and picturesque towns and villages.

The scenic town of Dobbiaco (1200m) is an ideal base, allowing unrivalled access to the endless variety of…

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If you enjoy cross-country skiing but would like to develop your skills and improve your technique in classic and skating, this is the holiday for you.

Tuition is given in both styles by Eric Woolley, a Snowsport England Coach/Tutor. Located in the Alta Pusteria, Versciaco…

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The valleys and mountains of southern Norway offer a fresh alternative to the typical alpine landscapes elsewhere in Europe. The Espedalen Valley showcases some of the best scenery to be found in the famous Gudbrandsdalen Valley, and from our base by Lake Espedalen we have…

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This is a popular cross-country skiing destination with skiers returning year after year. It is based in central Norway, on the edge of the Rondane National Park, looking down on the Gudbransdalen Valley, just north of Lillehammer.

The landscape is dramatic and full…

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Winter tourism is booming in the Czech Republic and with such a wealth of great resorts it's not hard to see why. Spindleruv Mlyn is one of the best and most established, set high in the Krkonose Mountains in the north of the country. With plenty of established and well maintained…

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Deep in the heart of the Telemark ski region, the Fjellstoge sits at nearly 1000m in the Kvitavatn cross-country ski area.

Our groups have enjoyed the location for many years, but it is also ideal for independent activities. With 120km of varied cross-country skiing…

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From the charming village of Trins we venture into three different valleys in the heart of the Tyrol, each offering a wide range of interesting and attractive walking amid spectacular alpine scenery. Walking paths ascend directly into Gschnitz and Obernbergtal Valleys where…

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It's amazing that Leutasch isn't better known. This high level plateau and tranquil valley is a cross country skier's mecca (the Winter Olympics have been held here twice) and offers some of the finest and most extensive trails in Europe.

As well as being a first class…

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The charming village of Trins lies to the south of Innsbruck, in the heart of the Austrian Tyrol.

A popular destination among cross-country skiers, this picturesque village allows excellent access to four different skiing areas. To the west, two beautiful valleys, Gschnitztal…

This is where our snowshoeing programme was born. Over seventeen years ago we started to entice our summer walkers back to enjoy this area's stunning winter scenery on snowshoes.

The valleys and ridges around the French spa town of Luchon are perfect for winter exploration,…

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In the beautiful Bavarian mountains, not far from the famous resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, lies the small town of Oberammergau.

Known for its production of a Passion Play every 10 years since 1634, Oberammergau is also one of the best cross-country skiing destinations…

The island of Hovden is home to the Mosstrond Turisthytte, the perfect place to indulge your passion for cross-country skiing. Our setting is Lake Mosvatn, on the edge of the Hardangervidda National Park in a beautifully remote part of Norway. The terrain is unrivalled, and all…

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Home to the 1924 Winter Olympics, Chamonix is an impressive destination for a week of cross-country skiing. With extensive ski trails and easy access to Italy, our private bus ensures that we always find the best snow conditions and ski areas throughout the week.

Staying…

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In Germany's finest cross-country ski location, the Ammergau's extensive network of skating trails offers some of the best skiing in the Alps. It is also the location of one of the most famous cross-country skiing races in Europe: the König Ludwig Lauf in Oberammergau. Once…

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Each year the southeast corner of Switzerland is home to one of the largest ski races in Europe. With over 13,000 participants competing in both classic and skate style skiing it is event not to be missed!

With the option of competing in both the half and full marathon…

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This trip has been specifically designed for those already confident in classic cross-country skiing, who wish to try skate skiing for the first time but would still like to enjoy some days of classic technique during the week.

As well as giving us the opportunity to…

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Just north of Cortina d'Ampezzo, the charming village of Villabassa is our base for the week. Ideally located on the main square, the beautiful 4* Hotel Adler welcomes us with comfortable rooms, Michelin recommended food and a relaxing wellness centre.

Situated on the…

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What more dramatic setting can there be for snowshoeing than the Chamonix Valley in the shadow of Mont Blanc?

From our new base of the Hotel Couronne in Argentiere, we have put together a stunning series of walks amongst Europe's highest peaks. We will explore alpine…

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In Austria's finest cross-country ski location, Seefeld's extensive network of skating trails offers some of the best skiing in the Alps.

From our new base in Seefeld, we enjoy an active week of skating through the impressive Tyrolean landscape.

Tuition is provided…

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Deep inside the Arctic Circle in Swedish Lapland sits the peaceful hamlet of Lappeasuando. From here all that lies ahead is a land characterised by deep forests, frozen lakes and the extraordinary Northern Lights. Our base is ideally located to explore this surrounding wilderness,…

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The name Nevache or enneigé in French means 'covered in snow'. This valley is probably the area with the most snow in the Southern Alps and the perfect location for a fantastic, challenging snowshoe expedition.

The charming village of Nevache has plenty of original…

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Although Sarajevo played host to the 1984 Winter Olympics, these days it may not be the first place that springs to mind as a winter destination. But the incredibly wild and remote mountain ranges that surround Bosnia's capital are a wonderful playground for adventurous exploration…

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Nestled in the heart of the Finnish wilderness lies the beautiful Oulanka National Park, a vast expanse of snow-laden pine trees, frozen lakes and waterfalls.

There is no better way to explore this stunning setting than by strapping on a pair of snowshoes and heading…

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No list of superlatives is enough to do justice to the Vesteralen Islands. Located in the north of Norway, the five islands that make up this archipelago actually sit within the Arctic Circle but, thanks to the Gulf Stream, enjoy relatively mild winters.

Here there…

Mt Etna is one of the highest volcanoes in Europe and one of the world's most active. It rises to 3350m above sea level at the summit craters, but this height varies as a result of on-going constructive and destructive explosive activity that constantly reshapes the summit…

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The relatively undiscovered Queyras Regional Park is the destination for this memorable alpine trek. Its landscape is dramatic, with breathtaking vistas of sparkling snowfields, towering pine forests and rugged mountain peaks.

This challenging trek will see us heading…

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Snowshoeing, glacier and cave exploration, Northern Lights and the best of southern Iceland in winter - a great time to visit this fascinating and unique island. We have specifically chosen dates when the moon is less visible to maximise our chances of seeing the Northern…

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Norway's characteristic white landscape of mountains, frozen lakes and snow-laden forests offers a huge range of snowshoeing possibilities and at Kvitavatn it's all on our doorstep.

Building our stamina and confidence over the week, we explore this inviting wilderness…

Mostly known for the quality of its cross-country skiing trails, Ramsau and the Dachstein Plateau are also a fantastic destination for snowshoeing. Nestled in this little Austrian town and the surrounding mountains are numerous winding snowshoe trails just waiting to be explored.…

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Our tour takes us 68° North, to the stunning Pallas-Yllas National Park in north west Lapland. Boasting the cleanest air in Europe this region is awash with mile after mile of frozen lakes and pine forests that stretch out to the dramatic Pallastunturi Fells.

To truly…

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The ephemeral Northern Lights or 'Aurora Borealis' have fascinated those lucky enough to see them for centuries.

Folklore and legend has grown up around these dancing lights, and they are a deeply ingrained part of Icelandic culture. In a land dominated by thunderous…

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The complete circuit of Manaslu (8163metres) is one of Nepal's best kept secrets.

This three week trek around the world's eighth highest mountain is a remote trail as we follow the mighty Buri Gandaki River northwards. Later as the gorge narrows we walk high above the…

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The Annapurna Himal is a vast massif with several peaks above 7000m. Part of the range forms a natural amphitheatre known as the Annapurna Sanctuary, ringed by such giants as Annapurna 1, Glacier Dome, Gangapurna, Fang and Machhapuchhare.

We trek through forested hillsides…

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Everest (8848m) - there is no greater mountain. This lodge-based trek follows in the footsteps of the great climbing parties. This Everest trek passes through Sherpa country past cultivated fields and small villages, we follow the Dudh Kosi before the hard work begins as we…

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This ultimate Everest trek. Starting from the famous Khumbu Valley, home of the Sherpas, we acclimatise before following the trail taken by many of the great Everest climbers to Dingboche. Here we ascend our first summit, Nangkartshang Peak. Further up the valley we climb…

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The Annapurna Circuit - rightly known as Nepal's classic trek - offers more variety than any other equivalent length trek, taking us through virtually every type of scenery that Nepal has to offer.

There are superb views of the Annapurnas and Dhaulagiri, and an amazing…

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This superb trek takes us away from the busy trails leading to Everest Base Camp, and over a little-used pass into the sparsely-inhabited Hinku Valley.

From here we walk through a beautiful high alpine environment, where Mera Peak, the highest trekking peak in Nepal…

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The perfect trek for those who would like to experience Nepal's classic Annapurna Circuit trek in just two weeks.

The trail passes through virtually every type of scenery that Nepal has to offer; ranging from sub-tropical through alpine to an arid semi-desert akin to…

In the shadow of Everest lies the traditional homeland of the Sherpas, the renowned mountain people who migrated south from the Tibetan plateau.

We explore the region using colourful village inns, maximising our contact with the Sherpa people. Following trails used…

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Combining superb treks with Nepal's premier wildlife habitat, this trip offers a huge variety of scenery, flora, fauna and culture. The colourful villages, rich forests and rushing mountain streams of the Annapurnas offer an interesting contrast to the higher starker Everest…

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This superb challenging trek is ideal for those wanting to extend their Himalayan climbing experience.

Our trek starts by following the classic Annapurna Circuit trail, ascending the Marsyangdi Valley through a wonderful variety of landscapes and cultures.

At…

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This wonderful trek takes us into the heart of the Khumbu. We follow the expedition route to Everest Base Camp and make an ascent of Kala Pattar (5545m) for close up views of Everest. Crossing the rarely used Kongma La Pass (5535m) we have magnificent close-up views of Nuptse.…

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This high altitude Everest Base Camp trek explores the heart of the Sherpa homeland, visiting Namche Bazaar before ascending the stunning Gokyo Valley to the glacial lakes under Cho Oyu (8153m).

Here we climb Gokyo Ri for a marvellous view of Everest and the rest of…

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The Everest region has been a magnet for trekkers for decades, but physically getting there has traditionally been a long and tiring journey.

However, by staying at lodges with facilities that offer greater comfort than most we can walk among the world's highest mountains…

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The stunning Langtang Valley lies to the north of Kathmandu and sees fewer trekkers than the Annapurna or Everest regions.

In Autumn expect to see superb views of the great peak of Langtang Lirung (7246m), while in spring this is an ideal route for those interested…

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This extremely varied trip offers everything from fascinating ancient Kathmandu to rafting the Seti River and game-watching in Chitwan. However the highlight is a short trek, with sherpas and porters, visiting some of the most interesting villages in the Annapurna foothills,…

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