Christmas Ski Holidays 2025
It’s the most wonderful time of the year - so why not spend it in the mountains? Make the slopes your ho-ho-home this festive season with a Christmas skiing holiday. Whether you're escaping the in-laws or bringing the whole family, there’s a stay with your name on it. Unwrap the best Christmas ski deals across our range of self-catered ski apartments, luxury ski hotels, and cosy chalets.
In our Christmas ski chalets, your dedicated team of ‘elves’ will be serving up hearty roasts with all the trimmings, tending the fire, and adding a touch of magic to the Big Day. You’ll find resorts pulling out all the stops too - sing your heart out to festive favourites at après, shop for last-minute gifts at local markets, and carve up the slopes with every chance of spotting Santa swapping his sleigh for skis!
Book your Christmas ski holiday online or over the phone with a deposit from £175pp - including lift passes and ski hire with no extra money down when you book a Ski All-In Deal! Check-in for a White Christmas unlike any other now...
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When is the best time to book a Christmas ski holiday?
The earlier, the better! We recommend booking your Christmas ski holiday between
May and September to get the pick of the piste — from resorts and chalets to flights and transfer times.
Christmas is one of the most popular weeks of the season, and the best spots (especially in snow-sure, high-altitude resorts) get snapped up fast. Booking in summer gives you more choice, better prices, and plenty of time to sort your festive plans — including that last-minute gift dash.
Besides, what better way to cool off in the heat than daydreaming about fresh powder and mulled wine in the mountains?
Which are the best ski resorts for Christmas ski holidays?
If you're after guaranteed snow and proper festive vibes, head for
high-altitude, snow-sure resorts like
Val d’Isère, Tignes, Val Thorens, St Anton and Les Arcs. These places pull out all the stops for Christmas — think twinkling lights, alpine charm, and maybe even a visit from Santa himself.
Whether you’re looking for lively après, family fun, or a fairytale village feel, we’ve got something to suit every kind of skier.
Are Christmas ski holidays snow-sure?
They can be — if you know where to go. Stick to
high-altitude resorts (ideally above 1,800m) or those with glacier access for the best chance of a proper white Christmas. Places like
Tignes, Val Thorens, and La Plagne are safe bets for snow in December.
And of course, our chalets teams keep a close eye on snow forecasts to provide you with the best insider tips — we know how important it is to swap your Christmas jumper for some powder turns.
Do Christmas ski holidays include festive meals and celebrations?
Yes — if you’re staying in one of our
catered chalets, you can expect a proper Christmas dinner with all the trimmings. We’re talking roast turkey, crackers, mulled wine — the works.
Some resorts even throw in torchlit descents, live music, and appearances from Santa. You bring the festive spirit, we’ll sort the rest.
Are there Christmas ski holiday deals or discounts available?
Absolutely. You’ll find all our latest Christmas ski deals on this page — from early booking offers to free lift pass promos and group discounts.
We’re always cooking up new ways to make your festive ski holiday better value — because snow and savings go hand in hand.
Is Christmas a good time for a family ski holiday?
Definitely. Many resorts go all-out for families at Christmas — from Santa visits and children’s ski schools to festive markets and family-friendly après.
Plus, with most people off work and school, it’s one of the easiest times to get everyone on the slopes together. Big family chalet? Sorted. Hot chocolate by the fire? Say no more.
Can I book an all-inclusive Christmas ski holiday?
You sure can. Our Ski All-In packages bundle up flights, transfers, accommodation, lift passes, and ski hire — perfect if you’d rather spend your time picking stocking fillers than planning the details.
It’s the simplest way to take care of everything in one go — just turn up and ski.
What’s the weather like during Christmas ski holidays?
Expect it to be cold and snowy, especially at higher altitudes, just the way we like it. Daytime temperatures usually range between -10°C and 0°C, perfect for keeping the pistes in top condition.
Layers are key, and don’t forget your festive jumper for chalet evenings.
Do ski lifts and shops stay open over Christmas Day?
Yes! Most ski lifts run as normal on Christmas Day — some even offer festive surprises like mulled wine or music at the top.
Shops and supermarkets might have reduced hours, but the mountains don’t stop just because it’s the 25th and neither do the ski legs.
Can I celebrate Christmas Day on the slopes?
You bet. Swap your living room for a mountain view and spend Christmas carving up fresh corduroy.
Resorts often host on-mountain lunches, torchlit parades, and other festive events — so you can celebrate in style before heading back to your chalet for a Christmas dinner (and maybe a cheeky vin chaud with afternoon tea mince pies).
Christmas Ski Chalets: Why should you choose a chalet for your festive ski holiday?
With a wide range of Christmas ski chalets to choose from - bookable as a whole and on a shared room-by-room basis - you're sure to find the property to help give your Christmas the magic it deserves. A ski chalet in any guise is arguably the most quintessential ski holiday experience - a mountain home-from-home for small or large groups - and our chalets are all exclusive to us, meaning we can put every ounce of our 40+ years of experience into making our chalet holidays exclusive for you too.
Relax and enjoy a special Christmas ski holiday in a Skiworld chalet. Just because you're away from home doesn't mean the kids will be forgotten by Santa; you can take them away on a magical ski trip and still enjoy the festive perks!
Before bed on the most special evening of the year, be sure to leave out a glass of sherry, a few mince pies and (of course) a nice juicy carrot for our visitor’s red-nosed friend and maybe (as long as everyone is good) there might be a little something under the tree when the children wake up...
During selected dates in December, Father Christmas dons his skis as he travels to all of our European catered chalets to bring children aged 2 -11 a small gift to help make Christmas in the snow EXTRA SPECIAL!
Please Note: for Christmas ski holidays 2025 chalet hosts will have a day off on Tuesday 23rd December. Subject to change.
Christmas Chalet Menus with all the Trimmings!
Being away from home on Christmas Day doesn't have to mean missing out on one of the best parts of the occasion. All of our catered chalet holidays include a mouth-watering 3-course traditional Christmas dinner with crackers, wine and all the trimmings. Surrounded by traditional decorations, mince pies, treats and sipping mulled wine after a long day on the slopes, you're sure to slip into the festive spirit in no time.
Here are our delicious menu options and the cosy festive additions in our catered ski chalets.
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A welcoming glass of mulled wine on arrival
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Your own Christmas tree along with festive decorations
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Sweets or chocolates for the children in your group (guided by the parents of course)
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Christmas Eve – a midnight celebration of mince pies and sparkling wine
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On Christmas Day enjoy a celebrative breakfast of smoked salmon and Bucks Fizz
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Free-flowing wine throughout Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
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Afternoon tea with mince pies and mulled wine
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Canapes, aperitifs and Christmas crackers before your delicious, freshly prepared Christmas Day menu, followed by chocolates and fresh coffee.
Sample Christmas Chalet Menu
Self-catered Christmas Apartments
With units sleeping from two to 10 people and countless configurations, Christmas ski apartments offer flexibility and convenience to suit any group size and type - whether a group of friends or a family. Apartments range from budget-conscious units to luxury suites, each with their own unique benefits, be it extra amenities such as swimming pools, hot tubs and games rooms, having an ultimate ski-in/ski-out location, or maybe added conveniences like a ski hire shop or supermarket within the complex. There's so much choice - it's well worth having a browse below to find your ultimate Christmas ski holiday.
Ski Hotels at Christmas
A great choice at Christmas for couples and smaller groups, our ski hotels offer more privacy than the intimacy of a chalet holiday with the convenience of having your own room and everything you need close by. The wealth of extra facilities most hotels offer including swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas and spas - not to mention the excellent choice of restaurants and bars and often a concierge service - are perfect to help skiers and snowboarders unwind after a hard day on the hill and have a wonderful Christmas time!
Christmas Dates
Here are the dates for Christmas 2025. Our Christmas ski holidays depart and arrive on a Saturday or Sunday morning, ensuring you are in resort for the most special days - Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day, and are back home in time to celebrate New Year's Eve.
Christmas |
Departure/Return Dates |
20th or 21st December 2025 //
27th or 28th December 2025 |
The dates work perfectly for skiing at Christmas 2025 with a few days either side the festivities, and home in time for New Year's! |
Best Christmas Skiing Offers
Some of the best Christmas ski deals are to be had when choosing to book a catered chalet. Breakfast, afternoon tea and evening meals are provided, including wine, so you don't have to lift a finger (no washing up!). You can browse all available Christmas catered chalet holidays on this page by using the filters just above the property listings...
Loyalty Discounts
We've doubled up our loyalty offer! Save every member of your group up to £100 per person when you book a ski holiday for 2025/26, even if only
you have been on holiday with us before.
Combinable with other offers, Ts & Cs apply.
Stay Again and Save!
Sunday to Sunday Ski Holidays
Benefit from less busy airports and quieter roads, speed through lift pass and equipment collection and enjoy a more peaceful final ski day by starting your 7-night Christmas ski holiday on Sunday 21st December...
Sunday Ski Holidays
Fly From Your Local Airport
Book flights from closer to home with your Christmas ski holiday, thanks to Skiworld's choice of regional airport options. Regional flights are available for catered chalet, apartment and hotel holidays to a multitude of top skiing destinations.
Regional Flights
Price Match Promise
We watch prices so you don't have to. We're confident we can give you the best price for your Christmas ski holiday as well as constantly keeping an eye on the prices offered by other tour companies, so we promise to match the price if you find the same holiday somewhere else.
See more ski deals for the winter season.
Looking for something specific? Use the filters to narrow down your perfect Christmas ski holiday — by resort, date, catering, or chalet size. It’s all here to help you find your festive fit, fast.
Please be aware that prices are based on full occupancy of rooms and apartments. In a small number of cases in hotels and chalets, these may be triple or quadruple rooms.
2025/26 Early Booking Discounts up to £250pp!
For a limited time combine a £100pp Early Booking Discount, a £50 Ski Bundle Discount and £100pp Double Loyalty Bonus (if eligible) to any 2025/26 chalet holiday. Book now with the same, low £175pp deposit.
2025/26 Ski Holidays