
Sweden
Beginner Learn to Ski Holiday
7 nights from £2200 • €2540 • $2965
Activities
6 days guided adventures
Accommodation
7 nights mountain hotel
Level
Beginner friendly
Food
Top-quality restaurant meals
Difficulty
Group Size
Moderate
Transfers
10 new friends
Dates
December to March
Trondheim, Norway
For those dreaming of a ski holiday but unsure where to begin, our learn to ski holiday is the perfect place to start. Nestled in the tranquil beauty of Sweden’s Jämtland mountains, Trillevallen is a serene, uncrowded resort with beginner-friendly slopes and breathtaking surroundings.
This six-day beginner ski holiday is designed to make skiing simple and enjoyable. With ski lessons, expert coaching, lift passes, top-quality equipment hire, airport transfers, everything is taken care of. Evenings are for unwinding in a cosy alpine hotel, taking in hearty meals, relaxing in the sauna, and sharing tales from the slopes.
This is skiing at its most inviting—a chance to learn, progress, and soak in the magic of the Swedish alpine scenery.
Location
Trillevallen, just 25km from the lively town of Åre, is a quiet escape offering the perfect backdrop for beginners. Surrounded by snowy peaks and lush forests, it’s been a peaceful alpine retreat since the 1930s.
With eight lifts and 21 pistes ranging from gentle greens to adventurous blacks, there’s room to learn to ski and allow for variety to progress your skills, all while savouring the charm of Sweden’s winter landscape. Here, skiing feels more like an experience than a sport—inspiring, exhilarating, and refreshingly uncrowded.
Activities
Learn to Ski
Our six-day programme is tailored to help beginners build confidence and master the downhill skiing basics in a supportive, welcoming and enjoyable setting.
Morning lessons with experienced instructors focus on building confidence step by step. Small group sizes ensuring personalised coaching tailored to pace and abilities to make us feel encouraged every turn of the way.
Afternoons are for putting those skills into practice, with guides offering tips and encouragement. This seamless mix of structured lessons and free skiing ensures steady progress while ensuring a good time.
Night Ski
Experience the thrill of skiing under the stars on a floodlit slope. Night skiing offers a unique atmosphere—calm, invigorating, and a little magical. Afterward, unwind with a drink at a cosy mountain bar, swapping stories with fellow Gutsy Girls.
Cross Country Skiing
Take a break from downhill with a day of cross-country skiing. Glide through snow-covered trails, guided by skilled instructors. It’s a relaxing way to explore the snowy landscape while developing balance and stamina.
Cross-country skiing is the perfect winter sport for adventurers, beginners, and anyone looking to sharpen their skills. With its easy learning curve, you’ll be gliding through snowy trails and stunning wilderness in no time—discovering the joy of skiing without the crowds. Simple, serene, and endlessly rewarding!
Evening Sledge Ride
A highlight of our Learn to Ski Holiday is an enchanting evening journey into the heart of the mountains. Hop onto a snowmobile-drawn sledge for a twilight journey, surrounded by crisp, fresh air under the twinkling stars. Glide through starlit terrain to a summit where a crackling fire, warm drinks, and starlit peaks await.
Sauna
End your ski days with a soothing sauna. Available every evening after dinner, it’s a great way to relax and refresh. Unwind, ease tired muscles, and recharge in this quintessential Nordic tradition.
Nighttime Mountain Evening
A highlight of our Learn to Ski Holiday is an enchanting evening journey into the heart of the mountains. Hop onto a snowmobile-drawn sledge for a twilight journey, surrounded by crisp, fresh air under the twinkling stars. Glide through starlit terrain to a summit where a crackling fire, warm drinks, and starlit peaks await.
Fitness and Experience Level
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This trip is rated moderate.
It’s perfect for beginners, with no previous ski or winter sport experience, however you’ll need a good level of fitness to get the most from this experience.
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Duration: Each day you’ll be active for 6-7 hours
Intensity: Although you will be taking ski lifts to get up the hills, you will need a good level of fitness as it’s a physical sport, especially when you’re just starting out!
Downhill: You will need to be comfortable gaining speed on a slope.
Sliding Motion: Being comfortable with a gliding sensation is essential.
Falling: You’ll need to be comfortable with the idea of falling over!
Cold Exposure: While activity generates warmth, this area of Sweden often sees temperatures dip below freezing. We'll advise you on effective layering to stay warm.
Consecutive Activity: This trip involves several days of consecutive skiing, which can be tiring.
If you have any questions about this, please do get in touch before booking, we're happy to help!
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Stay in a traditional alpine lodge with a cosy, welcoming atmosphere. Once a retreat for artists and writers, it now offers modern comforts alongside its historic charm. After a day on the slopes, evenings are for lounging by the crackling fire, sharing drinks with fellow adventurers, or simply soaking up the lodge’s tranquil atmosphere. Indulge in the lodge’s amenities and savour the relaxation after a day of adventure.
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Start your day with a hearty breakfast buffet, perfect for fuelling a day on the slopes. Lunches are warm and satisfying, served at a mountain café. Evenings bring two-course dinners featuring fresh, local ingredients—a delicious way to end each day. Dietary needs? Let us know in advance.
Itinerary
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Sun 21 Dec 2025 - Sun 28 Dec 2025
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Sun 11 Jan 2026 - Sun 18 Jan 2026
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Sun 8 Feb 2026 - Sun 15 Feb 2026
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Sun 1 Mar 2026 - Sun 8 Mar 2026
Dates
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 / $2815)
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Gutsy Girls is a UK-based adventure company welcoming women worldwide. Prices are in pounds (£) with estimates in euros (€) and US dollars ($). The final amount depends on your card provider’s conversion rate at payment time and may fluctuate.
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Secure your spot with a 30% deposit; the balance is due 45 days before the trip.
Included
7 nights’ accommodation at a mountain hotel
6 days of skiing
5 small group ski lessons with a qualified instructor
5 guided ski sessions on the slopes
6 days lift pass
1 night ski session
1 day of cross country skiing with lesson and equipment hire
6 days ski hire - Skis, boots, poles and helmet
All meals: Breakfast, lunch, and two-course dinners
Airport transfers for recommended flights
Gutsy Girls Host
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Flights
Personal clothing (see packing list)
Drinks
Personal travel insurance
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The cancellation will only be effective from the date that the cancellation is received in writing by email. Cancellation charges will be payable as follows:
• Cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled 44 days or less before the trip
• Cancellation fee of 30% is charged if cancelled 45 days or more before the trip
Travel
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Transfers to and from Trondheim Airport (Norway) are included for the following times.
22-29 January & 22-29 MarchArrival (Pick Up): 18:45
Departure (Drop Off): 14:30
All Other Dates
Arrival (Pick Up): 18:45
Departure (Drop Off): 15:30
Thursday to Thursday Trip
22-29 January
Departure: LHR 10:35 ✈ TRD 18:00 | SK804 | SK364 SAS
Return: TRD 16:50 ✈ LHR 21:35 | SK373 | SK815 SAS
Sunday to Sunday Trips
December
Departure: LGW 12:35 ✈ TRD 17:55 | DY1305 | DY762 Norwegian
Return: TRD 17:50 ✈ LGW 19:25 | DY1340 Norwegian
January
Departure: LGW 12:35 ✈ TRD 17:55 | DY1305 | DY762 Norwegian
Return: TRD 17:00 ✈ LGW 20:10 | DY765 | DY1310 Norwegian
February
Departure: LGW 12:35 ✈ TRD 17:55 | DY1305 | DY762 Norwegian
Return: TRD 17:50 ✈ LGW 19:25 | DY1340 Norwegian
March
1-8 March
Departure: LGW 09:15 ✈ TRD 17:55 | DY1303 | DY762 Norwegian
Return: TRD 17:50 ✈ LGW 19:25 | DY1340 Norwegian
22-29 March
Departure: LGW 09:15 ✈ TRD 17:55 | DY1303 | DY762 Norwegian
Return: TRD 16:25 ✈ LGW 20:20 | DY763 | DY1310 Norwegian
Note: Booking a through-flight with Norwegian lets you connect in Oslo without going through immigration.
Packing List
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Skis
Poles
Ski boots
Helmet
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Please see our full packing list here.
Questions?
If you have any questions, check our FAQs or drop us a message below!