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As the world’s premier cross country ski travel company, Lumi Experiences is excited to celebrate our partnership as an official tour operator for the Worldloppet’s series of 20 international ski marathons with a
Trip Giveaway for two lucky skiers on our 2025 France - Transju’ trip — a value of over $10,000.
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As the world’s premier cross country ski travel company, Lumi Experiences offers boutique trips that introduce travelers to winter cultures where nordic skiing is a part of everyday life — from Switzerland to Norway. It’s a ski vacation like no other.
Lumi Experiences was founded by Minnesotan cross country ski Olympian Garrott Kuzzy.
Along with a fun-loving team of local trip leaders, Garrott shares his passion for skiing and travel with people who want to experience snowy villages, crackling fires, forest gnomes and warm apple strudel.
After a week with Lumi Experiences you will be physically healthier, mentally calmer and totally invigorated. Our guests rave about their expert trip leaders, wholesome meals, comfortable accommodations and local libations poured and savored often. That’s what it’s all about!
Lumi specializes in small group experiences for people who love cross country skiing, whether you’ve been skiing for years or getting out for the first time. Our range of trip styles includes:
Week-long guided group adventures to some of the world’s renown cross-country ski destinations.
Guided group trips that are similar to our Sight-Skiing trips, but with the opportunity to ski a marathon or two.
Unique access and opportunities at international Nordic World Cup & World Championships events.
For just you and your crew. We take on the lifting and logistics, so you can relax and explore.
“I loved skiing on trails with scenery evolving ever more beautiful around each turn. The trip leaders both exceeded my expectations, drawing out my adventurous spirit. I especially enjoyed sledding in the Italian Dolomites and the Schnapps tour in Austria!!”
February 3 - 10, 2025
Spend 8 days cross-country skiing through the renowned Jura Mountains in France. Explore the seemingly endless trails that criss-cross through quaint villages and preserved forests, all leading to cozy mountain huts for lunch. Sample the local wines and cheeses the region is known for, in preparation for skiing the Transju’ Worldloppet ski marathon, France’s largest cross-country ski race.
Ski and explore the French and Swiss Jura region for 8 days
Discover the 170+ km of trails in the region
Participate in the Transjurassienne Worldloppet event
Sample local cheeses, paired perfectly with regional wines
Tour a French fort, long used to age and protect the cheeses
Enjoy time with friends at daily breakfasts
Savor lunches at trailside huts and dinners at local restaurants
Trip designed by Garrott Kuzzy -- Olympian and past US Ski Team athlete
7 nights in three- and four-star hotels
All breakfasts, 5 dinners and 3 trailside lunches
Ground transportation, starting and finishing in Geneva
All ski trail passes
Ski waxing, including race wax for the Transju ski marathon
Personalized daily trail recommendations from your local trip leaders
Lumi Experiences is an official tour operator of the Worldloppet ski marathon series. Travel with Lumi to Worldloppet events in countries like Italy, Austria, Germany, France, Norway, Australia, New Zealand and now Iceland. Participate or simply absorb the fortifying energy of these exciting international events. Skiers from around the world come together to celebrate with the sport that connects them all. Of course, the details like transportation, most meals and even ski waxing are covered, so you can fully immerse yourself in the experience.
January 17 - 27, 2025
Travel and ski in the alps on our Dolomitenlauf and Marcialonga trip. Participate in two Worldloppet ski events in Austria and Italy on consecutive weekends, with two days of skiing in Toblach in between. Trip includes a guaranteed entry in the Marcialonga.
January 24 - February 3, 2025
Experience some of the best skiing in three countries, while you participate in the Marcialonga Worldloppet in Italy, explore the 200+ km of ski trails in Seefeld, Austria and finish the trip with a Bavarian beer after the König Ludwig Lauf Worldloppet event in Oberammergau, Germany.
February 3 - 10, 2025
The Jura Mountains form the border between France and Switzerland. The region is renown for more than Comte cheese and Jura wine. In winter, the snow covered hills turn into a paradise for cruising on cross country skis.
February 14 - 24, 2025
Travel across the Baltic Sea to the medieval city of Tartu, home to Estonia’s Olympic Museum. Ski the Tartu Worldloppet and discover Estonia’s ski culture. Take a scenic ferry to Finland, where 180+ km of skiing, Finnish saunas and the Finlandia ski marathon await in Lahti. Book-end your trip with an optional stay in each country’s coastal capital city: Tallinn and Helsinki.
March 3 - 10, 2025
Combine two of Europe's legendary ski destinations: Seefeld, Austria and the Engadin Valley in Switzerland. Discover the 200+ km of trails in Seefeld. Participate in the Engadin Ski Marathon, one of the original Worldloppet events.
March 10 - 17, 2025
Head to the birthplace of skiing for a week in Oslo and Lillehammer. Explore the famed Holmenkollen, discover the seemingly endless trails around Sjusjøen and stroll down the cobbled Storgata in Lillehammer. Finish your week with the opportunity to ski the Norwegian Birkebeiner Worldloppet ski event.
April 7 - 14, 2025
Travel to Iceland to explore the land of fire and ice — on ski and by foot. From Reykjavik, journey through Iceland’s rugged countryside to the dramatic Westfjords region. Marvel at waterfalls and volcanic craters, see fjords and perhaps even the Northern Lights. In the small town of Ísafjörður, ski Iceland’s longest running and most popular ski marathon, the Fossavatn!
August 18 - 26, 2025
Enjoy a week of skiing in the southern hemisphere - in August! Participate in Australia’s Kangaroo Hoppet Worldloppet event. Ski among the snow gum trees, sip local wines beneath the southern stars and try to keep up with the kangaroos as you discover this unique land down under.
August 26 - September 1, 2025
Skiing in August? You bet! The US Ski Team has been enjoying the skiing and activities at the Snow Farm outside Wanaka New Zealand for decades. Now you can experience it for yourself and even participate in the Merino Muster Worldloppet Ski Marathon.
Travel with Lumi Founder & Olympian Garrott Kuzzy to international Nordic World Cup and World Champs events for unique access, opportunities & insights. Plus all the cultural experiences, cross-country skiing, and top-notch hospitality you’d expect on other Lumi trips!
January 2 - 9, 2025
Travel to Italy to cheer on your favorite racers in the Tour de Ski’s infamous Alpe de Cermis hill climb and Classic Sprints. Away from the races, discover two of the best trail networks in Italy: Passo Lavazé and Seiser Alm. Scenic mountain vistas, top-notch grooming and delicious trailside cuisine make these two high-elevation ski areas ideal destinations. When you are not out skiing, savor meals in your hotels known for their dining and wellness areas.
Week 1: Feb 24 - Mar 3, 2025
Week 2: Mar 3 - Mar 10, 2025
Join us in Trondheim, Norway for this unique trip to watch the 2025 FIS Nordic World Championships. Cheer on your favorite athletes, discover trails near your hotel, and sample the city’s “new Nordic” food scene on the shores of the Trondheim Fjord. Due to its popularity, we are offering two different trips during the championships.
March 10 - 17, 2025
Experience one of Norway’s biggest celebrations of the year: the Holmenkollen Ski Festival. Start your trip in Lillehammer, site of the iconic 1994 Olympic Games and the skiers paradise of Sjusjøen. Afterwards, head south to the Nordmarka region to stay on the Holmenkollen plateau overlooking Oslo. Cheer on your favorite racers at the legendary World Cup and ski Norway’s largest 1200+ km trail network from your hotel.
For the skier who wants beautiful skiing, delicious cuisine & cultural experiences during their vacation, but no ski racing, please! These small group trips are all led by local, expert trip leaders who would love to share their home trails in Italy, Austria, Norway or Slovenia with you.
January 5 - 12, 2025
Discover some of the best ski trails in the Alps on this group trip to sunny Seefeld & Seiser Alm! Snow-making, sunshine and savory cuisine make these two villages in the Austrian and Italian Alps ideal ski destinations. When you are not out skiing, savor meals in your hotels known for their cuisine, and relax afterwards with a sauna or swim.
February 16 - 22, 2025
Head to the birthplace of skiing for a week of exploration and discovery. Norway’s largest trail network of 1200+ km awaits you overlooking the capital city of Oslo from the famed Holmenkollen venue in the Nordmarka region. Afterwards, head north to Lillehammer, site of the iconic 1994 Olympic Games and the skiers paradise of Sjusjøen.
March 2 - 8, 2025
Ski and explore the Julian Alps, close to where Italy, Austria and Slovenia meet. In addition to cross-country skiing from the door of your hotel, try lift-serve sledding — a favorite local activity. Away from the trails, visit the iconic Lake Bled and sample some of the best beers and cuisine found in the region, with a significant Italian influence.
We would love to host you on your next ski vacation. If you have any questions about Lumi trips or would like to receive a detailed itinerary for any of our trips, you can reach us at: info@lumiexperiences.com.
You can also return to the Lumi Experiences homepage or read more about Lumi in our Forbes article.
See you on the trail!
Garrott Kuzzy
Founder & Olympian
