Looking for a great snow & wellness getaway? Then be sure to check out these fantastic adventures that blend wellness with the great outdoors. From dog sledding to snowga (that's snow-yoga for anyone trying to decipher this one) to skiing, we've got 6 great winter wellness holidays you won't want to miss. So, gab your skis, snowshoes, down jackets and yoga mats--and head outdoors this winter for a little bit of snow fun.
Ski & Stretch: An Alpine Cross-Country Skiing Yoga Retreat in Austria
Nestled in the picturesque Bregenz Forest, surrounded by majestic mountains, this Cross-Country Skiing and Yoga Retreat allows you to get away and explore the great outdoors of Austria.
Try your hand at cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and a range of snow activities. Relax with some yoga, meditation, nourishing Ayurvedic cuisine, and a rejuvenating massage after a splendid day on the slopes.
Picture yourself by a crackling fireplace, basking in its comforting warmth after a delightful day in the snow. Spend five days exploring, relaxing and immersing yourself in your surroundings.
Ski, Fitness and Yoga Retreat in Chamonix, France
Chamonix is probably best known as the skiing and alpine capital of the world.
This five-day intimate Ski, Fitness and Yoga Retreat invites you to relax, unwind and enjoy world-class fitness and yoga classes at the peaceful chalet in the Mont Blanc Valley.
Chamonix is the mountaineering capital of Europe. The terrain is breathtakingly beautiful, it’s no wonder why these snow-capped peaks and jagged mountaintops of the Alps entice winter sport enthusiasts from all corner of the globe. Chamonix tops all the Alpine regions in Europe, quite literally, Mont Blanc is the highest point in Europe.
Whether you're interested in feasting on some of the best French cuisine, looking for adrenaline pumping activities like skiing or hiking, or fancy strolling around town, Chamonix is your essential escape in the French Alps.
The delightful town of Chamonix is not to be missed, take pleasure in wandering the streets, explore quaint cafes, and bask in the glorious sunshine with a hot chocolate on an icy day.
France Wellness & Mindfulness Retreat - Winter Wonderland
This 4-night Winter Wonderland Wellness and Mindfulness Retreat is designed to help foster connection with yourself, others and nature. Located in Morzine in the French Alps, you can expect stunning scenery; delicious, locally sourced, gourmet food; and movement that grounds and challenges in equal measure, from yoga and meditation to exhilarating snow days with skiing, snowshoeing and more.
Step away from daily life and give yourself a chance to focus on what’s important. You'll also get to work with a life coach as part of this getaway. Not to be missed.
Wild Women’s Mushing Retreat in Alaska
Join this 7-day extensive learning trip just for gals! This trip will take mushers from Cantwell to the lodge on the famed Denali Highway.
This popular trip is back with two trips planned. The hosts like to keep the groups small, so they have maximum of 6 mushers per trip. Learn how to mush your own team and meet some of the 1000-mile canine athletes. No prior mushing experience is needed but participants should be active and relatively fit. Get a unique view of Alaska and Denali on this incredible Dog-Sledding Retreat.
Winter Yoga Retreat in New England
Explore the beauty of the winter season in the White Mountain National Forest on this snow wellness weekend in New England.
This Winter Weekend Retreat will include a welcome gathering and dinner, cross country skiing Saturday, guided winter hiking Sunday and a winter horse drawn sleigh ride with champagne by the fireside! Plus, daily yoga classes, 2 group dinners, breakfast daily and lots of time to connect with nature, like minded friends, and take time out for yourself, in our favorite place: the snow.
The Best Fitness Holiday Camp in Lapland, Sweden
Whether you are looking for an all-inclusive fitness holiday with lots of physical fitness and stress relief or you're focused on burning fat and building muscle, this Holiday Fitness Bootcamp in the wilds of Sweden will help you achieve your goals.
This fitness holiday is designed to allow you to explore and train in the great outdoors--complete with dog sledding, hiking, snowshoeing, and lots of outdoor fitness activities designed to help you train and improve your physical and mental well-being. Suitable for all levels, this winter fitness bootcamp will allow you to push yourself and achieve your best self.
On this epic trip to the Arctic region, you'll experience some pretty chilly temperatures -30℃. But according to your hosts, if you can withstand intense training in some of the harshest conditions on earth then they 100% believe you will be prepared for anything life has to throw at you!
Winter Yoga and Snowshoeing Retreat in the French Alps
Situated in the French Alps, just an hour from Geneva, the Winter Snowshoeing and Yoga Retreat includes exhilarating snowshoe treks and mindful yoga set within a fantastic, family-run hotel. With optional extras including massages and dog sledding, whether as a stand-alone break or as part of a longer vacation this is the weekend break that keeps people coming back for more time and again.
This is one you won't want to miss.
In the End
Whether you're looking for a little snow yoga or some awesome skiing or dog sledding we have something for everyone. From the iconic beauty of Chamonix to the far reaches of Sweden there's no shortage of amazing winter wellness destinations across the globe.
We've highlighted some of our top picks for winter wellness trips (snowga, skiing and dogsledding) in 2024, and with so much to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect trip for your next outdoor snow adventure.
If you're ready to start planning your snowga, skiing or dog-mushing trip, please get in touch with us today or check out more of our snow trips here, and we’ll be happy to send you further information. And if you are looking to prep for one of these trips--be sure to check out this article on how to pack for your snow getaway. Be sure to also check out this article from Forbes that ranks the top ski resorts in the world. But whatever you do, be sure to get out and enjoy the snow. It's guaranteed to make you feel great.