Winter Adventure Holidays

For some, the descent of winter means suffering the cold weather and dark days, while wishing the weeks away to the return of nicer weather and their holidays abroad. However, for many people the coming of the winter months is an exciting time as the snow leaves a thick layer on the mountains and hilltops, leaving an ideal canvas for many winter adventure sports. Areas with ideal terrain and facilities for winter sports become hotspots for thrill seekers and even for those just looking for a new experience.

Winter adventure holidays are active trips with lots of activities involved. Adventure travel is becoming more and more popular with winter being a popular time to go. Activities from skiing and snowboarding to sledging and glacier climbing are all on offer on many winter adventure holidays. We’ve put together a list of some of the best places to get the most from your winter adventure holiday this year, and we’ve even recommended some great cheap accommodation for your stay. After all those adventure sports we reckon you’re going to need a good night’s sleep!

Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof in Interlaken, Switzerland

If amazing scenery and a holiday in the heart of the Alps are the main requirement from your winter holidays then look no further than Interlaken in Switzerland.  The beautiful holiday resort of Interlaken lies between the Lakes of Thun and Brienz and at the foot the famous trio of peaks, the Eiger, the Mönch and the Jungfrau. This area is a popular choice for all times of year, but its local terrain and snow fall make it an ideal location for your winter adventure holiday. Interlaken welcomes all those on winter holidays with its great offerings of skiing, snowboarding, sledge rides, treks over frozen rivers, paragliding, sky diving and cross country skiing.

And with all that on offer you’re going to need somewhere cosy to get your rest. The Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof is the ideal base some adventure travel in Interlaken. It offers comfort, style and a central location for a cheap rate. So if Interlaken, Switzerland is your choice for your winter adventure holiday this year then get booking your stay at the Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof.

Book a bed in the Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof, Interlaken

Antarctica Hostel, Ushuaia, Argentina

Often called the ‘End of the World’, Ushuaia in Argentina is the most southern city in the world and is the last point to the Antarctica. This beautiful area lies on the edge of the Beagle Channel and is surrounded by the Martial Mountains. Ushuaia is an ideal location for some adventure travel due to its close proximity to the Andes mountain range. Cross-country skiing is a popular activity in the region, along with snowboarding and trekking.

The Antarctica Hostel is a great hostel for your stay in the Ushuaia region. The cheap rates and comfy surroundings make it an ideal choice for a stay on your winter adventure holiday. The staff at the Antarctica Hostel are always happy to help you choose what to do for some winter activities. Some of these include snowboarding, diving, whale watching, trekking and even Antarctica tours. Get booking your visit to the ‘End of the World’ by getting yourself some cheap accommodation at the Antarctica Hostel.

Book a bed in the Antarctica Hostel, Ushuaia

Albergue Buenos Aires Hostel, El Calafate, Argentina

Staying in Argentina, the town of El Calafate is a popular choice for many when it comes to winter adventure holidays. It has been declared the ‘National Capital of Glaciers’ with its most popular being the Perito Moreno glacier. This glacier is a natural wonder of the world and the area offers an abundance of winter sports. Trekking, fishing, balloon rides, bike and four wheel drive tours, and rafting are just some of the great winter activities on offer. The Albergue Buenos Aires Hostel is a great base for your visit to El Calafate for your winter adventure holiday.

Book a bed in the Albergue Buenos Aires Hostel, El Calafate

Traveller’s Haven, Bled, Slovenia

The amazing city of Bled in Slovenia has long been a top choice when it comes to a European break for both winter and summer. Bled has always been regarded as a top alpine tourist centre and has a fresh climate along with hours of sunshine. Many regard a winter holiday in Bled as a magical experience due to the many snow covered terrains and scenery. For all your winter activities Straza is the easily accessible ski-slope with artificial snow and lighting in the centre of Bled that promises good skiing throughout the winter season. Also, there are plenty of treks for cross country skiing in and around the city. There’s also snow-shoe walking, tubing, ice climbing and an indoor ice-skating rink.

For an enjoyable stay in this top winter holiday destination then take a look at the Traveller’s Haven Hostel. It is a typical 20th century house located in the old area of the city. For the best budget rates in Bled then get booking the Traveller’s Haven hostel.

Book a bed in the Traveller’s Haven, Bled

New International Youth Hostel Giovane Europa, Trento, Italy

The stunning Italian town of Trento lies in a wide glacial valley called the Adige valley just south of the Alps foothill range. This large city is surrounded by mountains and in winter this makes it the ideal terrain for many on winter adventure holidays. The area around Trento has many ski resorts that are popular with both the locals and tourists that come from all over. These snowy terrains play host to winter sports such as skiing, snowboarding and trekking to name but a few.

The New International Youth Hostel Giovane Europa in Trento is a great choice of cheap accommodation for your winter adventure holiday in Trento. It is in a great location close to the city centre and offers the highest of Italian hospitality and comfort. Take a look at some of the great rates available here.

Book a bed in the New International Youth Hostel Giovane Europa, Trento

Stryn Hostel, Stryn, Norway

If you want the real Norway experience and all that its Nordic countryside has to offer then book your winter adventure holiday in Stryn. The area of Stryn is surrounded by glaciers, mountains and the Njordfjord making it an ideal location for your winter adventure holiday. Skiing is available all year round in Stryn and winter is always a popular time for adventure sports such as glacier walking, ice climbing, mountain trekking and a lot more. The Jostedalsbreen glacier is a popular attraction in the area also.

The Stryn Hostel is ideally located in the area and is open all year round. It’s the ideal location for your stay on your winter holiday in Stryn and is close to all activities in the area.

Book a bed in the Stryn Hostel, Norway

Wild Lapland, Tervola, Finland

For the ultimate Lapland experience then visit Tervola in Finland. And if you want to experience the best of the outdoors on your stay in Lapland then look no further than Wild Lapland. Wild Lapland is a wilderness holiday centre that lies at the foot of the arctic Fell Katkavaara. All you could possibly need from your winter holiday can be found in Wild Lapland. Your stay at the centre includes a restaurant, leisure facilities and lots of activities including trekking, fishing and cross country skiing. There are visits to reindeer and husky farms to avail of as well as safaris and guided adventure treks. 

Wild Lapland also offers trips to see the Northern Light and igloos to stay in. For this great winter adventure holiday experience take a look at the great rates available at Wild Lapland.

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By Tracy Lynch