Gutsy Girls - Bristol and Bath

Make your winter unforgettable: seven days of trailblazing fun, powdery trails, and full-body rejuvenation in Norway's Arctic playground. Whether you're gliding through frosted forests, mushing your own dog team, or warming up with yoga and gløgg by the fire, this seven-night retreat is a festive blend of movement, magic, and connection.

With expert instruction, daily yoga, and a mix of cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and husky sledding, each day offers a new way to explore and recharge. Whether you're gliding through quiet forests or warming up by the fire with gløgg and good company, this is winter at its most soul-stirring.

Highlights
• Learn cross-country skiing with expert instructors on over 140km of trails
• Mush your own husky team through snow-covered landscapes
• Trek deep into the forest on snowshoes and visit a frozen waterfall
• Cozy up in a horse-drawn sleigh and gather around the fire with warm gløgg
• Unwind with five evenings of yoga and sauna sessions
• Share nourishing meals and stories with a group of bold, like-minded women

📍 Location
Venabygdsfjellet, a serene mountain plateau on the edge of Rondane National Park, offers stunning views, reliable snow, and peaceful trails far from the crowds—just a scenic train ride from Oslo.

🛌 Accommodation
Stay in a cozy, family-run mountain hotel with panoramic views, hearty Norwegian cuisine, and a welcoming vibe. With a yoga studio, lounge with open fire, and sauna, it’s the perfect base for winter adventures.

🔥 Difficulty Level
Beginner-friendly, but a good level of fitness is recommended. Expect 6–7 hours of activity daily, including ski lessons, tours, and optional snowshoeing.

💷 Price
Christmas and New Year
Twin Room Ensuite: £2300 • €2670 • $3135
Private Room Ensuite: £2550 • €2960 • $3480
Family Room : £2225 • €2583 • $3030

1 - 15 Jan and 5 - 11 April
Twin Room Ensuite: £2075 • €2405 • $2830
Private Room Ensuite: £2325 • €2695 • $3170
Family Room: £2075 • €2408 • $2827

February
Twin Room Ensuite: £2250 • €2600 • $3070
Private Room Ensuite: £2500 • €2900 • $3410

All Other Dates
Twin Room Ensuite: £2150 • €2490 • $2930
Private Room Ensuite: £2400 • €2780 • $3270
Family Room: £2075 • €2408 • $2827

What's Included
• 7 nights accommodation in a mountain hotel
• 5 days of cross-country ski lessons and guided tours
• 1 day guided snowshoeing adventure
• Dog sledding and horse sleigh ride
• 5 yoga sessions and sauna access
• All meals—buffet breakfasts, packed lunches, and 3-course dinners
• Ski, boot, and snowshoe hire
• Train station transfers from Ringebu
• Gutsy Girls host and expert local guides

Ready to glide into a season of new beginnings? ❄️✨

Join Gutsy Girls for our 7-night beginner ski holiday in the serene landscapes of Sweden’s Jämtland mountains. Designed for those new to skiing, this adventure offers daily lessons, cosy accommodations, and a chance to experience the magic of winter.

Why Learn to Ski?

• Accessible Adventure: Skiing is a thrilling way to embrace the winter season, offering a unique blend of excitement and tranquility.
• Full-Body Workout: Engage various muscle groups, improve balance, and boost cardiovascular health while enjoying the great outdoors.
• Connect with Nature: Experience the pristine beauty of snow-covered landscapes, gliding through serene forests and open trails.

Highlights

• Daily Ski Lessons: Receive personalised instruction from experienced coaches, building your confidence and skills on the slopes.
• Cross-Country Skiing: Spend a day exploring the tranquil trails, immersing yourself in Sweden’s picturesque winter scenery.
• Night Skiing: Experience the unique thrill of skiing under the stars on a floodlit slope, followed by relaxation at a cosy mountain bar.
• Evening Sleigh Ride: Embark on a twilight snowmobile-drawn sledge ride through crisp air and starlit terrain for an unforgettable mountain evening.
• Cosy Mountain Hotel and Sauna: Unwind in a traditional mountain lodge featuring delicious meals and a relaxing sauna.

This adventure is perfect for beginners seeking a supportive and exhilarating introduction to skiing. Our Sweden Beginner Learn to Ski Holiday combines expert instruction with the serene beauty of Sweden’s winter landscapes. Embark on this unforgettable journey with Gutsy Girls and discover the joy of skiing in a supportive and inspiring environment.

📍 Location
Nestled in the heart of Sweden’s Jämtland mountains, Trillevallen is a tranquil alpine resort just 25 km from the lively town of Åre. With eight lifts and 21 pistes ranging from gentle greens to adventurous blacks, it offers an ideal setting for beginners to learn and progress at their own pace. The resort’s uncrowded slopes and breathtaking surroundings provide a serene backdrop for your skiing adventure.

🛏️ Accommodation
Stay in a traditional mountain lodge that exudes warmth and comfort. Enjoy hearty mountain breakfasts and dinners highlighting local Jämtland cuisine. The hotel’s cosy atmosphere and relaxing sauna offer the perfect retreat after a day on the slopes.

Price
Christmas

• Private Room: £2600 (approx. €3070 / $3330)
• Twin Room: £2350 (approx. €2770 / $3000)

February and March

• Private Room: £2550 (approx. €3000 / $3265)
• Twin Room: £2300 (approx. €2715 / $2945)

All Other Dates

• Private Room: £2450 (approx. €2890 / $3135)
• Twin Room: £2200 (approx. €2600 / $2815)

What's Included

• 7 nights’ accommodation
• Daily breakfast, lunch, and 2-course dinner
• 6-day ski pass
• Ski equipment hire
• Daily ski lessons with experienced instructors
• Cross-country skiing day with lessons
• Night skiing session
• Evening sleigh ride
• Access to hotel sauna
• Gutsy Girls host
• Scheduled airport transfers from Trondheim, Norway

Join Gutsy Girls for a seven night Beginner Downhill Skiing Adventure in Norway’s Tyin mountains, an alpine escape filled with expert coaching, confidence-building, and breathtaking scenery. Each day you’ll progress, from your first turns to skiing with ease, guided by patient instructors on quiet slopes surrounded by fjords and snowy peaks.

This trip is designed for women eager to learn how to ski from the ground up in a crowd-free environment while sharing the journey with like-minded adventurers. Beyond the slopes, you’ll enjoy hearty Norwegian meals, riverside sauna sessions, and the laughter that comes from conquering challenges together (and reliving some tumbles too).

Why Norway for Skiing?

• Learn from scratch – Structured daily lessons take you from your first wobbly turns to confidently skiing down the mountain.
• Epic scenery – Tyin sits at 1,000m above sea level, surrounded by fjords, forests, and jagged peaks at the gateway to Jotunheimen National Park.
• Balance and bliss – Riverside sauna sessions and hearty three-course dinners keep you recharged after long days on the slopes.
• Mid-week watery adventure – Swap skis for paddles with a winter kayaking trip on Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord.

Highlights

• Six days of skiing: Daily small-group coaching with experienced instructors, plus free afternoons to practice.
• Winter kayaking on Sognefjord: Paddle between towering mountains, warm up in a mobile sauna, and try a polar plunge if you dare.
• Riverside sauna: Recover tired legs with panoramic views over the Begna River.
• Quiet resort: No queues, no crowds, just space to learn and progress at your own pace.
• Local cuisine: Three-course dinners featuring Norwegian specialties like reindeer and warming soups.

🔥 Difficulty Level
This trip is rated moderate. No prior skiing experience is required, but you’ll need decent fitness and resilience for consecutive days on the slopes. Expect 6–7 hours of activity daily, split between structured lessons and practice sessions. Falls are part of the process, and by the end of the week you’ll have real downhill skiing skills.

This is for women who want to learn, laugh, and challenge themselves in one of Norway’s most magical mountain regions. Join us if you’re ready to ski, paddle, sweat, and soak in the alpine mountain views.

📍 Location
Tyin, Norway, is midway between Oslo and Bergen, yet remote once you’re surrounded by glaciers and high mountain terrain. One of Southern Norway’s snowiest areas, the resort offers deep powder, prepared trails, and varied slopes.

🛏️ Accommodation
Stay in a newly-renovated mountain hotel with private bathrooms, proper beds, and views straight onto the towering peaks. After days spent skiing, you’ll be glad of the comfort and the riverside sauna sessions.

Price
Private Room: £2350 (approx. €2670 / $3080)
Private Room in Apartment: £2500 (approx. €2840 / $3275)
Twin Room: £2100 (approx. €2385 / $2750)

What’s Included

• 7 nights’ accommodation
• All meals from arrival dinner to departure breakfast
• 6 days guided skiing instruction
• Ski equipment rental (skis, boots, poles)
• 1 day winter kayaking with guide and equipment
• Mobile sauna session and riverside sauna access
• Gutsy Girls host and expert instructors
• Bus transfers from Tyinkrysset bus station to hotel

Venture deep into Finland’s Arctic wilds on a backcountry ski expedition that’s equal parts grit, wonder, and camaraderie. Over seven nights, you’ll traverse Lemmenjoki National Park, Europe’s largest wilderness, on skis, towing your gear by pulka and sleeping in remote, firelit cabins far from the noise of everyday life.

This women-only adventure is built for those ready for a challenge, up for learning new skills, and experiencing winter in its rawest form. No ski experience needed, just a high fitness level, a resilient mindset, and a hunger for something unforgettable.

Highlights
• Ski 10–17km daily through boreal forest, frozen lakes, and untouched terrain
• Learn winter survival skills and build your own snow shelter (optional overnight!)
• Stay in off-grid wilderness huts with saunas and candlelight
• Melt snow for drinking water and cook hearty expedition meals
• Watch for reindeer, elk, and the elusive Northern Lights
• Bond with a small group of bold women ready to dig deep and lift each other up

📍 Location
Lemmenjoki National Park spans 2,850 square kilometers of pristine Arctic wilderness. Located at 69° north, it offers one of the best chances to see the aurora borealis—if the skies are clear and luck is on your side.

🛌 Accommodation
Begin and end in a cozy log cabin with electricity and hot showers. During the expedition, sleep in rustic huts with no running water or electricity—just saunas, wood-burning stoves, and shared bunks. One night, you’ll have the option to sleep in your own snow cave or expedition tent.

🔥 Difficulty Level
Challenging. You’ll ski 5–6 hours daily while towing a 20–25kg pulka. No ski experience required—we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Perfect for anyone who’s experienced multi-day adventures without home comforts -- think trekking, bikepacking, packrafting, or hut-to-hut journeys. A high fitness level and positive mindset are essential.

💷 Price
February
£1950 (approx. €2255 • $2640)
March
£1850 (approx. €2160 • $2545)

What's Included
• 6-day guided backcountry ski expedition
• 7 nights accommodation (cabins & wilderness huts)
• All meals—expedition-style and two restaurant dinners
• Ski equipment and pulka hire
• Wilderness guide and Gutsy Girls host
• Airport transfers from Ivalo for recommended flights

Ready to carve your own path through the Arctic? ❄️🔥