Top Europe Winter Sports - page 5

We will travel 20 minutes from Rovaniemi by minivan and take a short walk to reach the lake. The location is our own private place away from the crowds in the middle of the peaceful nature. The main activity is of course fishing itself, but the frozen lake also offers an ideal setting for landscape and wildlife photos. Once we reach the lake, we will teach you the basics of ice fishing and enjoy a pleasant afternoon fishing and photographing. We will also set up a campfire in traditional Lappish Teepee and enjoy some hot drinks and snacks – and of course fry our catch of the day!

Explore the mountains from a different perspective. Walk easily in deep snow. Spend a great day out in the nature.

Participate in a quintessential Scandinavian pastime—and enjoy an active way to immerse yourself in Sweden's wintry landscapes—on this small-group ice-skating tour. In the morning, head out to a frozen-over lake or other body of water in the great outdoors. After a hands-on training session, have the chance to glide over natural ice in the open air before enjoying a lunch and drinks beside an open fire.

Experience the thrill of zipping through the snow-covered wilderness of Rovaniemi with this guided snowmobile adventure. Slip into thermal gear and hop on your snowmobile to follow your guide along scenic forest trails and across frozen lakes, taking in Arctic Circle vistas. Warm up with hot drinks and cookies during breaks as you enjoy the pristine Arctic nature.

Experience Lapland’s wild terrain with a snowmobile safari through its off-road forest trails, gaining a more intimate perspective of the Arctic landscape. Absorb views of Santa Claus’ Village against a frozen backdrop, with the option to skip return transfer in favor of continuing on to meet Father Christmas himself. Take part in a thrilling family adventure, with children traveling safely by sledge pulled by the guide.

Enjoy thrills in the alpine wilderness on this express night sled adventure from Interlaken. As darkness falls over the Swiss Alps, you’ll travel to a winter base with a guide to enjoy the ambience of the mountains under starry skies. Hop onto your sled, then pass through snow-covered forests and alpine meadows, admiring natural features such as frozen waterfalls. Just note: This activity is suitable for children aged 10 and above.

Master the basics on the rolling slopes of Grindelwald in Switzerland on this beginner-friendly ski experience from Interlaken. Ideal for wannabe skiers or boarders who are staying in Interlaken without a car, the day-long experience covers round-trip transportation, equipment hire, and a Swiss ski school instructor for two classes of around 2.5 hours each.

Soak up the snowy wilderness outside Helsinki on a snowmobile tour. With an experienced guide, travel through the winter landscape near the frozen Gulf of Finland, following a route along forest trails. Take a break to warm up with hot drinks and lunch cooked over a campfire. Two adults ride on one snowmobile, or you can upgrade if you want one to yourself. Located about 19 miles (30 km) east of Helsinki, the snowmobile base will be reached with provided round-trip transport.

Visit Mt. Pilatus and take a train ride on the world's steepest cogwheel railway on a self-guided tour from Lucerne. A ride on the aerial cableway, the Dragon Ride, is included, as well as a panoramic gondola ride. Admire the views over the Alps All transportation is included, so you don’t need to worry about making your own bookings, and you are free to explore on your own once there.

Go off the beaten path and immerse yourself in the Icelandic snowmobiling lifestyle on this small-group tour of Lake Myvatn, led by guides who have been snowmobiling all their lives. Your guide fits you with helmets and overalls, gives you a safety briefing for your vehicle, and then you're on your way, riding over the snow through magnificent volcano-dotted landscapes.

On this private tour you'll get to go out in the wilderness after dark with skis or snowshoes and hunt for the magical Northern Lights in the Pyhätunturi area! Skiing or snowshoeing in the dark wilderness is an unforgettable experience and with the right conditions you might see the Northern Lights in the night sky. During the tour you’ll get to enjoy warm drinks and snacks/foods made from local ingredients by open fire. The tour is guided by an experienced local guide

It is an excellent choice for experiencing the magical Sólheimajökull glacier in your own pace and in a very small group. You will get to see and photograph unique ice formations, jagged ridges, and color of blue-ice and black sand from the past volcanic eruptions. During the hike, you will learn more about the glacier and have lot of fun! The hike is suited for almost everybody

Enjoy winter sports in Bulgaria’s mountains with this ski and snowboard equipment rental in Bansko. Arrive in the morning and get fitted for your equipment of choice, including skis, ski boots, poles, and snowboards. Choose from a selection of high-quality brands. At the end of the day, return the equipment or elect to keep it at your accommodation.

This is a winter walking tour and is your perfect day out to start enjoy the snow and the colder season. The entire family will love this trip. The kids at heart will love snowshoeing The outdoor enthusiast will enjoy the Great Mountain from a unique and up-close perspective. The romantic adventurer will absorb the scenic landskape and the quiet solitude of the snow covered forest. This adventure is good for the heart, the body, and spirit. The snowshoes are included and provided by us together with walking poles You must have hiking boots and winter clothing with you! We will start with a short learning session, where you will be introduce into the basic skill of walking with snowshoes.Then the group will start the walk through the forest and over the mountain through deep snow and on some steep slopes. This will be a great walk to remember.

Hit the slopes during this private, hands-on skiing or snowboarding lesson in Brasov. Get personalized feedback from professional skiing instructors. All levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced. Master the fundamentals or learn how to tackle bigger and faster slopes. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Brasov are offered.

Venture into the pristine winter wilderness surrounding Rovaniemi in complete silence without disturbing the Arctic flora and fauna with this guided snowshoe excursion. Explore parts of the Lappish countryside accessible only on foot, learn about life in the Arctic, and take in snow-blanketed forests and frozen rivers before stopping to warm up by an open fire and snack on sausages and hot berry juice.

Feel on top of the world on an adrenaline-pumping glacier hike. Starting at base camp beneath Sólheimajökull—part of the Mýrdalsjökull glacier, the fourth largest in Iceland—get fully equipped with harness, helmet, crampons, and ice axe. Embark on a moderately challenging hike with a guide who handles safety, route-finding, and glacier hazards, so you can focus on the thrill—exploring ice formations, learning about Iceland’s ice caps, and capturing stunning photos from the best viewpoints.

Book your Borovets ski and snowboard equipment in advance, and skip the rush and the stress when you arrive in resort. Book online to reserve and pay for your equipment for a 2-day period, then head to the hire shop in the center of the Borovets Rila ski resort to collect everything before you hit the slopes.

Our snowshoe tours offer an exciting way to feel the peace of moving almost silently through the snowy landscape. Location of the tour is one of the most spectacular winter fairytale destinations in Slovenia: Jezersko glacier valley in Kamnik-Savinja Alps, Karawanks border tour with view also on neighbouring Austria or Pokljuka platoo or Vršič mountain pass in Julian Alps. All our guests receive the latest equipment: brand new TSL snowshoes and Black diamond walking poles.

Pine forests, frozen lakes, and (usually) snowy wilderness surround Levi—but they're difficult to reach. On this snow safari, follow snowmobile trails deep into Finland's northern wilderness, driving for roughly 30-40 miles (about 50-70 kilometers) over several hours in the late afternoon. Follow your guide in two-seat snowmobiles with all necessary equipment —overalls, boots, gloves, helmet, and more.

Get out of the city and into the Georgian mountains on this full-day private tour to the Gudauri Ski Resort. Depart from your Tbilisi hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi and enjoy stops at Jvari Church, Ananuri Fortress Complex, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, and more. Learn about the area from your guide while traveling comfortably with hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off.

Hunting for the Northern Lights is a quintessential experience for winter visitors to Lapland. On this tour, maximize your chances of spotting the Aurora Borealis with a local guide that knows all the best viewpoints. Settle into a comfortable sled pulled by a snowmobile for a thrilling ride over the snow-covered landscapes; travel out past remote lakes and forests, far from the lights of the city; and if you’re lucky, enjoy spectacular views of nature’s lightshow.

Meet Santa Claus, and ride a snowmobile and reindeer sleigh on this fun-filled adventure from Rovaniemi. Pack a lot into a single day; journey to the magical Santa Claus Village, and visit Santa's office, the post office, and the Christmas-themed shops before savoring a delicious lunch. Later, ride a snowmobile to a reindeer farm, and enjoy an enchanting sleigh ride with the tinkle of reindeer bells filling the air.

Discover the unique animals of the Arctic on a guided tour of Ranua Zoo, husky and reindeer farms. The whole family gets up close and personal with the local animals, and enjoys round trip transportation between these beautiful, natural locations. Walk through the Lappish woods, meet polar bears, brown bears, deer, moose, arctic foxes and more on the day tour.