What you’ll be doing on winter
family sports holidays
Family winter sports holidays that are small group trips will often follow set itineraries, with a different activity to try each day. They tend to be created with children aged between four and 16 in mind. You can also opt for a tailor made holiday that allows you to shape the itinerary as you want it, perhaps also choosing to intersperse more strenuous activities such as cross country skiing with more relaxing days to prevent the kids from getting too worn out.
As all of these activities take place outdoors, usually in sub-zero temperatures, dressing for the weather is essential. If you have a big family the thought of equipping them all with suitable winter clothing for these conditions would be daunting, which is why many of our holiday companies actually have all the clothing you’ll need waiting for you on arrival, included in the price. Not only does that save you a lot of hassle and space in your luggage, it also means you can be sure of having good quality clothing that’s right for the temperatures.
Our Family winter sports Holidays
Winter cottage holiday in Finnish Lapland
Log fires, lakeside trails & a range of winter activities
Northern lights family holiday, tailor made
A mix of Lapland family activities and a relaxing Spa hotel
Alternative family winter holiday in Chamonix, France
Easter family ski, yoga & circus holiday
Northern Lights family holiday in Finland
Lapland family hunt for the Aurora at New Year
Family skiing holiday in Pyrenees
Ski in beautiful Benasque in the Spanish Pyrenees
Northern Lights Family Christmas in Lapland
Winter 'Santa free' Lapland adventure for families
Family winter adventure in Finland
Great range of activities in Lapland's winter wilderness.
Finnish family winter adventure holiday
See the Northern Lights in Finland
Half term family sking holiday, Slovenia, Italy & Austria
Ski safari in 3 different countries, with other fun families
Family winter activity holiday in Finland
A skiing holiday with a family-friendly 2-day husky safari
Family skiing holiday in Montenegro
Family ski holiday in the Durmitor National Park
Family winter activity holiday in Finland
A combination of activities, cottages & snowy landscapes
Winter family holiday in Slovakia, High Tatras
An action-packed family winter holiday in the High Tatras.
Family multi activity holiday in Finland with Santa
Winter activities and a visit to Father Christmas
Cross country skiing
Downhill skiing
Some family winter sports holidays feature downhill skiing which is a traditional activity in many countries. While no-one’s denying the fun involved, it’s not something we often promote. Where we do, per our policy on downhill skiing, we recommend you try to avoid big resorts with their environmentally destructive infrastructure and snow cannons that use enormous quantities of water and energy. The best way to do this is to ski only at times of year when there is likely to be plenty of natural snow – and to head to higher latitudes or altitudes.Husky sledding
Otherwise known as mushing, husky sledding is always a big family favourite especially with children. The excitable huskies are very friendly, and once they properly get going they can reach some very exciting speeds. Children from 15 and up can take charge of their own sled, while younger kids will usually have a fun ride on the guide’s sled in the lead.Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing
This classic Nordic winter sport is a wonderful way to explore pristine snowy landscapes. You might strap on a pair to wander around near your accommodation, or join a guided tour during which you may learn how to identify animal tracks in the snow, or to cut a hole in an icy lake and drop a line in hope of a catch. Snowshoeing can also be done at night, in search of the stunning Northern Lights.Reindeer safaris
A reindeer safari usually involves a short sleigh ride through the snow in a Sami community. Kids will love getting to meet Rudolph and co. beforehand and learning the fine art of lassoing reindeer. You’ll wrap up under blankets and travel through tranquil forests where the boughs bend under the weight of the white stuff, around frozen lakes or along rivers – absolutely magical.Our top Family winter sports Holiday
Northern lights family holiday, tailor made
A mix of Lapland family activities and a relaxing Spa hotel
This trip can be tailor made to suit your requirements
Evening activities
You might journey out to a village to meet Father Christmas and his elves, sample some home cooked local delicacies such as reindeer sausage or pancakes in the restaurant, or bundle up in an Aurora cabin to look for the Northern Lights. However you spend your evenings they’re sure to be just as memorable as your action packed days.