Top 7 Winter Walking Tours

1.Guided Snowshoe Walk on Tromsoya Island in Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118Our pick

Learn snowshoeing on Tromsoya Island with a local English-speaking guide such as Marta, Lucas, or Joana. After a short minibus ride, walk forest paths, pause for views and Arctic stories, then warm up with hot black currant tea and lefse. No previous snowshoe experience is needed.

“Everything was very good, they get puntual at the point of departure, the guide was really nice. He explain us very well and we love the route.”

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2.Sofia: Seven Rila Lakes Snowshoe Walk & Thermal Spring Pools

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 79 reviews · 1 day · from $129

Leave Sofia early for a guided snowshoe walk above the tree line in Rila Mountains National Park. Guides such as Velko, Daniel, Alex, and Kiril lead the route, weather permitting. After about 2.5 hours on snowshoes, warm up in Sapareva Banya’s thermal pools.

“Loved the activity. Sadly weather conditions meant we couldn’t go to the second lake but it was still so fun regardless !”

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3.Rovaniemi: Snowshoe Walk to The Arctic Nature

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 35 reviews · 2 hours · from $108Best value

Walk about two hours through snowy forest near Apukka Resort on snowshoes, with an English-speaking guide such as Jakub or Erwin. Learn about Arctic plants, animals, and Northern traditions, then warm up with a hot drink. Transfers and winter gear are included.

“Very fun! Jakub was funny and made the experience so much more worth it. If you’re looking for some light to moderate activity this is it!”

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4.LEVI Night Star Walk on Snowshoes (ALL INCLUDED)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22 reviews · 4 hours · from $188

From Levi, you’ll travel into quiet Finnish wilderness with a small adults-only group of up to eight. Guide Erwin leads an easy to moderate night walk, explains Arctic nature and Sami culture, serves a hot meal by the fire, and takes professional photos.

“Un guide super à l'écoute du groupe, passionné par son métier et la culture Sami. nous avons eu la hnace de voir de très belles aurores boréales et avons pris de belles photos avec le guide ! Hâtes de les recevoir !”

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5.Explore Winter Woods: Snowshoe walk with local Biologist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114Top rated

Join local biologist Terhi and Arto near Inari for a small-group snowshoe walk through ancient woods, lakes, and mires. Look for animal tracks and Arctic birds, then warm up in a traditional kota with hot drinks and local snacks by an open fire.

“Arto and Terhi are very passionate about their work and they share their knowledge very generously. We learned a lot and also had a lot of fun during the snowshoe walk. I am now able to recognize red fox and hare tracks and it brings a lot of joy during hikes. Also the food was delicious. We highly recommend!”

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6.Chamonix: Snowshoe Walk Under the Stars with a Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3h 30m · from $188

Join local guide Olivier for a private two-hour snowshoe walk near Chamonix, by day, sunset, or under the stars. He supplies snowshoes, poles, and a headlamp, adapts the pace to your group, and can add warm spiced apple juice or mountain tea along the way.

“We opted for a day experience instead on night. It was honestly so magical and Olivier was an amazing guide. He adjusted his pace for us and even helped us take great pictures. 💯 would recommend!”

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7.Courchevel: Snowshoeing or Nordic Walking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2h 30m

Meet state-certified mountain guide Julien near Courchevel’s Belvedere area or Plan du Vah valley. After fitting snowshoes and poles, you’ll walk quiet woodland paths toward a beautiful lake, look for wildlife, hear local mountain stories, and pause for tea or coffee.

“Exceptional! Julien is knowledgeable, super friendly took a lot of pictures for me and my family ( 2 teens ) we had the best time and recommended this activity to everyone! We stoped by a cabin for coffee and hot chocolate it felt like fairytale! The views by the lake is breathtaking! I can’t recommend enough ♥️”

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