Gutsy Girls - Brighton

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? ❄️✨

Ready to swap the ordinary for a six nights off-grid adventure in Sweden’s backcountry? This six-night women-only retreat combines backcountry cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and winter wilderness camping into one unforgettable journey.

With expert guides, hearty meals, and a cozy off-grid lodge as your base, you’ll learn new skills, embrace the cold, and discover just how strong and resilient you really are. Whether you’re gliding across frozen lakes or pitching tents on a mountain plateau, every moment is designed to challenge, motivate and inspire.

Highlights
• Learn backcountry skiing on metal-edged touring skis—no experience needed
• Snowshoe through boreal forests and moonlit trails
• Camp for two nights on the Fulufjället plateau in true alpine wilderness
• Stay in a remote lodge with saunas, wood stoves, and lantern-lit evenings
• Try ice dips (if you dare!) and warm up in traditional saunas
• Cook tasty meals together and share stories by the fire
• Watch for Northern Lights in one of Sweden’s darkest skies - fingers crossed!

📍 Location
Northern Dalarna, Sweden—a land of ancient forests, frozen lakes, and untouched fells. Far from the crowds, this region offers raw beauty and deep quiet, perfect for winter exploration.

🛌 Accommodation
Four nights in a rustic off-grid lodge by Lake Navar, with no electricity or running water—just warmth, quiet, and candlelight. Two nights winter camping in expedition tents, with the option to build your own snow shelter.

🔥 Difficulty Level
Moderate to challenging. No ski experience required, but you’ll need good fitness, balance, and a can-do attitude. Expect 5–6 hours of activity daily, including pulling a pulka with your gear on two days of the trip.

💷 Price
Twin Room
£2050 (approx. €2380 • $2785)
Quad Room
£2000 (approx. €2320 • $2720)
Optional winter clothing hire £150 (approx. €175 / $193)

What's Included
• 6 nights accommodation (4 lodge, 2 camping)
• 5 days of guided skiing and snowshoeing
• All meals—homemade, hearty, and nourishing
• Ski, boot, snowshoe, and camping gear hire
• Sauna access and optional ice bathing
• Transfer from Mora train station
• Gutsy Girls host and expert local guides

Ready to write your own winter story in the Swedish wilds? ❄️🔥

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 our 7-night ski touring adventure in Sweden’s breathtaking Jämtland mountains. Designed for adventurous intermediate skiers, this experience takes you beyond the pistes and into the wild, where every climb is rewarded with pristine descents through untouched backcountry.

Why Ski Touring?

• Connect with Nature: Ski touring allows you to immerse yourself in serene landscapes, far from the crowds, offering a profound connection with the natural world.
• Physical Challenge: It provides a full-body workout, enhancing strength, endurance, and balance, making each descent even more rewarding.
• Skill Development: Learn essential backcountry skills, from using climbing skins to navigating diverse terrains, all under the guidance of expert instructors.

Highlights:
Guided Ski Touring: Embark on daily adventures through silent valleys, sweeping ridgelines, and powder-covered peaks, earning every exhilarating turn in true off-piste style.
Night Skiing: Experience the magic of skiing under a starlit sky on floodlit trails, soaking up the stillness and crisp night air.
Nordic Sauna: Unwind in a traditional Nordic sauna, sharing stories and warmth after a day in the snow.
Twilight Sledge Adventure: Journey through the wilderness in a snowmobile-drawn sledge, with the possibility of witnessing the enchanting northern lights.

This adventure is perfect for intermediate skiers ready to swap groomed runs for the freedom of the backcountry. Our Trillevallen Ski Touring Holiday offers the ideal blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion. If you’re looking for a thrilling, supportive, and unforgettable introduction to the world beyond the pistes, this is it!
Please note: A good level of fitness is required for this trip, as ski touring is physically demanding. Prior downhill skiing experience is essential.

📍 Location
Our base for the week is Trillevallen, a secluded alpine escape just 25km from Åre. Nestled in the heart of Jämtland, Trillevallen offers breathtaking scenery and the charm of a traditional Swedish ski village. Its peaceful setting, surrounded by snowy peaks and ancient forests, feels like stepping into a winter postcard.

🛏️ Accommodation
Stay in a charming Swedish mountain lodge where hearty meals, warm fires, and a soul-soothing sauna set the scene for perfect post-ski relaxation. Choose between private en-suite rooms or shared twin rooms. Solo travellers are warmly welcomed; we’ll pair you with a like-minded guest to share a room.

Price
Private Room: £2700 (approx. €3115 / $3650)
Twin Room: £2450 (approx. €2830 / $3310)

What's Included

• 7 nights’ accommodation
• Daily breakfast, lunches, and two-course dinners with drinks
• 6 days of guided ski touring with top-quality equipment
• Night skiing session
• Twilight sledge adventure
• Access to the Nordic sauna
• Qualified instructors, experienced local guides, and a Gutsy Girls host
• Scheduled airport transfers from Trondheim, Norway