Alternative activities on Neilson Ski Holidays

With 37 years of experience of delivering stunning skiing holidays across the world’s top destinations, leading ski specialists Neilson are well aware that spending 24/7 on the slopes isn’t for everyone. For those customers looking for a snow holiday rather than a ski holiday, the operator has put together an unrivalled range of activities to enjoy without having to strap on the skis.

Porsche Ice Driving in Åre, Sweden

For some, the adrenaline-fuelled excitement of snowboarding holidays cannot be beaten. But adrenaline junkies looking for a buzz of a different nature will find their winter holiday heaven in Sweden. On Lake Åre they can enjoy a Bond-style driving experience like no other, driving (mainly sideways) on a frozen lake in a terrain used to train professional racing drivers.

For those who prefer their rides not to be of the white-knuckle variety, Åre also offers snowmobile safaris and husky sledding to allow holidaymakers to experience the remote areas outside of the resort.

Snow mobiling in Les Deux Alpes, France

Ski chalet holidays are a great base from which to try out high-octane sports, but sometimes it is nice to have a go at something which won’t leave you with any aches and pains the next day. There is no better way to take the weight-off your feet then ascending a mountain from the comfort of a snowmobile. Grab the chance to take a one or two-seater snowmobile with an experienced guide and imagine yourself as James Bond as the adrenaline flows through your body as you make your 2500m climb. The view over this snowy wonderland is well worth completing the 15km trail for - truly breathtaking