Gutsy Girls Holiday | Cross Country Ski and Yoga Weekend in Norway
Schedule
Fri, 19 Dec, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Tue, 23 Dec, 2025 at 04:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Venabygdsfjellet | Lillehammer, OP
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Celebrate the Christmas season with snow, skis, and soul-soothing yoga in the heart of Norway’s winter wilderness. This four-night women’s retreat is a festive blend of exercise and adventure, with a dash of Nordic magic too. It's the perfect trip for those ready to swap the usual holiday rush for crisp mountain air, an exciting new sport and cozy fireside evenings.Over three full days, you’ll learn the art of cross-country skiing with expert instructors and explore snowy trails through a Christmas card-perfect landscape. You'll also get to unwind each day with restorative yoga. Add in a horse-drawn sleigh ride, glögg by the fire, and a traditional Norwegian Christmas feast, and you’ve got a holiday to remember.
Highlights
• Learn to cross-country ski on scenic trails with expert guidance
• Stretch and restore with daily yoga sessions
• Cozy up on a horse-drawn sleigh ride through snow-covered forests
• Sip glögg around the fire
• Enjoy a festive Christmas dinner with new friends
• Have a true Norwegian sauna experience with the addition of a bracing ice dip
📍 Location
Venabygdsfjellet, a snow-covered plateau on the edge of Rondane National Park, offers over 140km of prepared trails and a peaceful, crowd-free setting. Just a scenic train ride from Oslo, it’s the perfect place to slow down and reconnect.
🛌 Accommodation
Stay in a charming, family-run mountain hotel with panoramic views, hearty meals, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. With a yoga studio, sauna, and roaring fireplace, it’s everything you want in a winter retreat.
🔥 Difficulty Level
Beginner-friendly. No prior ski or yoga experience needed—just a good base level of fitness and a sense of adventure.
💷 Price
Twin Room from £1250 to £1450
(approx. €1450–€1680 / $1710–$1980)
Private Room from £1450 to £1650
(approx. €1680–€1915 / $1980–$2255)
Triple Room from £1200 to £1400
(approx. €1395–€1625 / $1640–$1915)
Prices vary by month and departure date.
What's Included
• 4 nights accommodation in a mountain hotel
• 3 full days of guided cross-country skiing
• Daily yoga sessions
• Horse sleigh ride and festive glögg
• All meals, including a special Christmas dinner
• Ski and boot hire
• Airport transfers from Oslo (via train to Ringebu)
• Gutsy Girls host and expert local guides
Ready to make this Christmas one for the books? ❄️🎄
Full Trip Details: https://gutsygirls.co/cross-country-ski-and-yoga-weekend-norway
Book in with a 30% deposit, with the balance due 45 days prior to departure. Act quickly—spaces on our adventures fill up fast!
🐻 Why Gutsy Girls?
Gutsy Girls connects women through outdoor adventures, nature, and sports. Whether you're new to adventure or a seasoned explorer, we offer fun, friendly and supportive environments where every woman feels welcome.
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Where is it happening?
Venabygdsfjellet, Rondevegen 749, 2632 Venabygd, Norge, Lillehammer, NorwayEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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