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Cross-Country Skiing for Beginners This Winter
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Are you ready to explore snowy winter landscapes and learn a new skill this season? Cross-country skiing is a fantastic way to get deep into nature, stay active, and fully embrace winter. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or want to build on your existing skills, cross-country skiing offers an experience like no other. Plus, we’ve taught over 1000 women how to cross-country ski, so you’re in great hands. Here are 5 reasons why cross-country skiing should be your next winter adventure:
Whether you’re brand new to skiing or have tried other winter sports before, cross-country skiing is accessible to everyone. Compared to alpine (downhill) skiing, it’s much easier to pick up. After just a few lessons, even complete beginners can confidently ski the same tracks as more experienced skiers. While you might move at a different pace, the sense of progress is incredibly rewarding. Cross-country skiing doesn’t require expert balance, making it a perfect choice for anyone looking to learn and enjoy a new winter sport from scratch.
Unlike downhill skiing, cross-country skiing takes you away from the busy slopes and into untouched winter wilderness. It’s calmer, gets you into snow-covered landscapes and avoids the hustle of popular ski resorts.
You don’t need to invest in expensive or complicated gear to get started, a few decent winter layers will do the job. If you already hike, run or cycle through the colder months, chances are most of what you need is sitting in your wardrobe. And we’ll tell you exactly what to bring before you come, so you’re not buying things you’ll only use once.
Cross-country skiing isn’t just a winter sport – it opens the door to a whole new world of adventure. Each year, we seek out new and exciting destinations for you to explore on skis throughout Europe. We’ve got some new routes in the works for this winter too, so watch this space.
After a day in the snow exploring the wilderness around you, there’s no better way to relax and recharge than a sauna session, hearty dinner made with local ingredients and a comfortable bed.
Our best-selling trip, and a brilliant first taste of cross-country skiing. Four nights in Norway, expert instructors to teach you the fundamentals, and a cosy mountain hotel to come back to each evening. There’s also yoga sessions to stretch any achy muscles after a day on the snow. Short and low-commitment, and a great way to find out if the sport’s for you.
Want more time to master your new skills? This week-long trip in Norway gives you more time on the trails to find your feet and build real confidence. There’s yoga to stretch out at the end of the day, snowshoeing to a frozen waterfall, and the chance to drive your own husky team.
Seven nights in Sweden for cross-country beginners who want longer trails and more remote country. This trip offers the perfect balance of skiing, exploring and downtime, with yoga and saunas in a great hotel at the end of each day. Plus, there’s snowshoeing, delicious dinners in local restaurants, and an evening up in a mountain-top cabin!
Take your cross-country skiing skills up a notch with our 7-night improvers’ trip in Norway. This week-long adventure is designed for those who already have some experience and are ready to ski more challenging trails. You’ll refine your technique while exploring Norway’s stunning landscapes, all while enjoying a stay at a friendly mountain lodge. This is the one to book if you want to ski further and with more confidence.
Spend seven nights on the same terrain the Swedish national ski team trains on. You’ll ski at altitude on gentle mountain trails, ideal for tidying up your technique and taking on longer routes. There’s a great hotel and saunas to come back to, before you’re up again the next day for more.
For skiers who really want a challenge, look no further than our cross-country ski tour. Spend seven nights following tracks deep into Finland’s frozen forests, guided by a snowmobile who carves your route and covering longer distances on remote trails that you may have ever done before. There’s no coaching on this one, just you and the skiing. Traditional Finnish lodgings and saunas are there for you at the end of each day.
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