Reservations: (02) 9523 4885
Reservations: (02) 9523 4885
magical Winter Snow Experience
Snuggle up and sip warm mead by the fire in our cosy Snowy Mountains lodge
Escape to the Snowy Mountains of NSW for a super fun getaway full of feasting, fun and festivities. Throw snowballs, build a snowman, eat, drink and enjoy!
The Feast Of Yule
"Yulefest was great....a night of feasting, laughing and drinking warm mead."..... Cherry L
At Valhalla, Yulefest is a magical time to stay, right when our landscape is transforming into a spectacular winter wonderland! We'll deck the halls with Yuletide trimmings and you can try your hand at some fun games, make a wish on our yule pine, take a Viking rune reading or just sit back, glass in hand and enjoy the fun and festive atmosphere. A special Viking Yule/Christmas in July inspired feast will be served on select nights or by prior arrangement, consisting of delicious pre-dinner snacks and a glass of warm spiced mead (18yrs+) by the fire, followed by a gourmet feast.
Feast of Yule Dates
Saturday 3 June 2023 - pre ski season
Saturday 10 June 2023 - June Long Weekend
Saturday 17 June 2023
Saturday 24 June 2023
Sunday 2 July 2023 - school holidays
Yulefest at Valhalla Inclusions
Classic Yule Package Includes
- Minimum 2 nights accommodation in a king or twin ensuite room
- Delicious hot breakfasts cooked to order
- 5:30pm chef choice après snacks
- Gourmet 3 course set dinners
- Special Viking inspired Yulefest Feast on select nights (no kids dinner tonight)
- 2 course early kids dinner (kids 11yrs and under)
- oversnow arrival and departure transfers (from June Long Weekend)
- after ski transfer on non-arrival/departure days
About Yule
Yule is the traditional Viking celebration of winter and lighter days to come. It's a time to come together with family and friends, new and old for feasting, games and festivities.
Valhalla Yule Winter Experience Activites
Snow Experience
Book your accommodation package with a guided snowshoe tour. Snowshoe hire included. No experience necessary. Just a sense of fun and adventure. Basic fitness required.
Walking
Walk through snowgums, past flowing creeks and immerse yourself in our natural playground.
All walking trails are free to access however depending upon snow coverage, some may be snow covered. Waterproof hiking shoes are highly recommended. Snowshoes may be required, some trails may be inaccessible.
Guided walks are available through our local partners.
Snowshoe Trails
No experience necessary! Set out on foot and explore our winter wonderland via the marked snowshoe trails.
Explore at your own leisure or book a full or half day guided adventure. Your guide will take you on exciting adventures, out beyond the resort the boundaries.
Half day, full day and late afternoon tours available.
Snowshoes can be hired in Perisher Valley.
Snow Play
Build a snowman, have a snowball fight, make snow angels and snow sculptures. Play snow games go tobogganing. Dig, build, throw, slide.
Note snow coverage is unpredictable and is subject to Mother Nature.
Cross Country Skiing
No Lift tickets, no queues! Just kilometres of trails to explore!
XC is a versatile sport, it’s exercising with low impact to the body and environment. You can make it as enjoyable or challenging as you wish.
Book lessons to learn the techniques to get you out and about exploring on the XC trails.
Ski hire is available at Perisher Valley
Ski Touring
No lift tickets required, experienced guides will take you out beyond the resort boundaries on a wonderful ski touring adventure. Pre-booking essential
Backcountry Board and Ski
Venture out beyond the resort boundaries on a guided skiing or boarding adventure. No lift tickets required.
Resort Ski or Board
You will require lift tickets to ski or snowboard at Perisher Resort. Lessons and hire are available on mountain. Pre-booking is essential.
Scenic Kosciuszko Helicopter Flights
Soar over Australia's highest mountain peaks and our magical snowy winter wonderland with Snowy Mountains Helicopters.
Note: Flights are from Jindabyne Airport.
Getting Here
Valhalla Lodge is typically snowbound in snow season from June Long Weekend*. NPWS close road access and car park becomes day parking only. All guests will need to arrive in Perisher Valley by skitube or private transfer/shuttle.
*Note: roads may be open for June Long Weekend with limited parking permitted at the lodge, however this will not be confirmed by NPWS until conditions have been assessed.
Getting Here
Groups
If you would like exclusive use of lodge for your group, we're more than happy to tailor our packages to your groups needs. Special Yule Dinner dates can be added for your group. We can also help you organise day tours, activities and transport. Please contact us for more information for your Yulefest Snowy Mountains winter getaway.
Snow Season Lunches
Get out and explore Perisher Valley. There are many places to stop and enjoy a warm drink and a lazy lunch. Ask our lodge managers for their recommendations.
*Packed pre-season (prior to June Long Weekend) lunches are included.