Winter tours
Hibernating in winter isn’t our jam
The crunchy snow beneath your feet, the smell of baked cinnamon and grilled sausages in Europe’s Christmas markets, the dark night skies that blaze with the northern lights – there’s a certain kind of magic about travelling in winter. While everyone else is at home dreaming up their summer adventures, you could swap the couch for crampons on a trek to North Africa’s highest peak, dart through Finland’s frozen taiga forests on a husky sled or explore the highlights of Italy without the crowds. Ready for a different kind of winter?
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Explore Tailor-Made tripsOur winter hiking trips offer incredible scenery and plenty of local culture – all without the peak season crowds.
Highlights
Join an expert leader on a winter trek to the summit of Mount Toubkal (4167 metres) – AKA 'the roof of North Africa’. Journeying through Morocco's High Atlas Mountains, you'll be rewarded with stunning views of snow-capped peaks, crisp mountain air and delicious home-cooked meals to fuel your adventure.
Iceland doesn't mess around when it comes to spectacular scenery. Spend your days exploring vast lava fields in Skaftafell National Park, taking in the beauty of Gullfoss waterfall, soaking in hot springs and watching the eerily calm waters of the Glacier Lagoon. When the sun goes down, rug up and search for the northern lights in all their colourful glory.
While most associate Italy with summer, its mild winters make the off-season the perfect time to visit. Explore famous landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica with far fewer tourists clogging up the lines, float through quieter canals in Venice, and learn how to craft the ultimate winter comfort food (pasta) at a cooking class.
Experience the magic of Europe’s Christmas markets on a mulled-wine-filled adventure through Central Europe. Browse local handicrafts from traditional wooden stalls, sing along to festive carols and indulge in winter specialties like sarma (cabbage rolls stuffed with meat) and lebkuchen (gingerbread). When you’ve got your festive fill, explore castles and uncover the stories of some of Europe’s most historic cities.
Why travel in winter
Off-season travel means shorter queues at major attractions and more opportunities to mix with the locals. You’ll also help alleviate some of the negative impacts of overtourism in popular destinations.
Flights, hotels and travel experiences are often cheaper in the off-season, meaning you can stretch your travel budget a little further.
Forget fun in the sun – these trips are all about chilly thrills. Whether it's learning how to herd reindeer with a local Finnish family or floating through Venice's misty and (unusually) quiet canals, some experiences can only be enjoyed in winter.
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