The Powder Byrne Difference

LUXURY TOUR OPERATOR & TRAVEL SPECIALISTS SINCE 1985

We have been creating luxury ski, sun and adventure holidays since 1985, with a focus on the highest quality, flexibility and service. Everything we do revolves around taking care of the little details. If you are yet to join us and are looking for a specialist that understands that the success of your holiday lies in the little details, we’d love to hear from you.

THE POWDER BYRNE DIFFERENCE

OUR HOLIDAYS

Explore our wide range of luxury ski, sun and adventure holidays with hand-picked resorts, hotels and private properties, award-winning programmes for adults, children and families, and bespoke itineraries to suit everyone.

OUR DESTINATIONS

Combining beautiful destinations across the globe, luxury hotels and properties, and our famous Powder Byrne service. Browse our range of unique destinations for holiday ideas and inspiration.

WHEN TO TRAVEL

Whether it’s sun, snow or adventure you are looking for, we offer a vast array of options throughout the year with complete flexibility, so you can travel on your terms.

OUR SERVICE

Our clients are well aware, it is the Powder Byrne service that sets us apart from anything else you are likely to experience. From our in-resort services and exclusive programmes to our client concierge team and hands on approach.

OUR WEEKLY RECOMMENDATIONS

Easter Holidays at the Waldhaus, Flims

FROM £2,925 PER PERSON

A luxurious 5-Star hotel located in its own private parkland with excellent facilities, from £2,925 per person on bed & breakfast with 7 nights for 6 exclusive to Powder Byrne.

Summer in Elba

FROM £3,095 PER PERSON

Visit the sunny Mediterranean isle of Elba in Summer and enjoy access to our award-winning children’s programmes and in-resort service in luxury hotels.

October Half Term in Iceland

FROM £3,950 PER PERSON

Beat the crowds in Iceland at October half term and book your bespoke family adventure holiday with high chances of seeing the Northern lights and plenty of activities on offer.

Summer in Cortina

FROM £1,565 PER PERSON

Experience our brand new Via Ferrata adventure programme in historic Cortina in the heart of the Italian Dolomites. From £1,565 for a four-day adventure.

Easter at the Valsana, Arosa

FROM £2,585 PER PERSON

The super-chic, eco-friendly Valsana Hotel is one of the most in-demand properties in the Swiss Alps, from £2,585 per person on bed & breakfast.

BE INSPIRED BY SOME OF OUR LATEST HOLIDAY AVAILABILITY

EXPLORE AVAILABILITY

NO TWO POWDER BYRNE HOLIDAYS ARE THE SAME

The Powder Byrne Story

REMAINING TRUE TO OUR ROOTS

Started by a young entrepreneur Rory Byrne in 1985, Powder Byrne was the first UK tour operator to marry bespoke skiing experiences with quality service, sharing our passion for powder skiing and our intimate knowledge of the Alps.

Alongside our Original Skiing Holidays, we now offer our Summer Resorts Programmes and Air & Space adventure holidays and are proud that the company still embodies our ‘Everything’s Possible’ philosophy to this day.

Our Commitment

LUXURY SERVICES FOR YOU

“From the very first contact, we take away all of the hassle of planning a holiday and advise on the best destinations and hand-picked accommodations and which of our luxury services are best for you. We believe that once a client, always a client, and our dedicated client concierge team and expert travel consultants are always on hand to help deliver a truly seamless experience.”

Simon Meeke

MANAGING DIRECTOR

The Powder Byrne Approach

HONEST AND TRUSTWORTHY ADVICE

We are an established brand that you can trust. We are a hands-on, privately owned business in which every member of our team is involved with the delivery of our holidays.

Our people are our greatest asset and have an intimate knowledge of our resorts, properties and services. With over 35 years experience we are uniquely placed to provide honest recommendations and expert advice on destinations that you will enjoy.

We provide 100% financial security thanks to our ATOL and ABTA bonding.

Powder Byrne Holidays

DESIGNED TO EXCEED EXPECTATIONS

We offer complete flexibility so you can travel on any day of the week, for any duration and from any airport that suits you. From our award-winning children’s programmes, childcare and babysitting services to our exclusive local shuttle services, ski guiding and summer sports programmes, everything’s possible on your Powder Byrne holiday.

Our programmes are designed to continually meet and exceed our client’s expectations, so the only surprises you can look forward to are the good ones.

EXPLORE OUR HOLIDAYS

ONCE A CLIENT, ALWAYS A CLIENT

Client Testimonials

AN ESTABLISHED BRAND THAT YOU CAN TRUST

Lenzerheide – Winter 2019

“Powder Byrne’s Complimentary Ski Guiding was fantastic! It was as ever, so much fun. Great guidance around the resort and you always felt safe in their hands.“

Crete – Summer 2018

“Beautiful resort at Porto Elounda and flawless service – we’d recommend Powder Byrne to anyone wanting a chilled and stress-free holiday.“

Grindelwald – Winter 2018

“SnoZone Beginners is a great programme for older children and early teens to find their ski legs for the first time and quickly get up to speed. Within the week our son was able to ski blue and red runs with confidence and too much speed!”

Elba – Summer 2018

“Such an incredible PB team, thank you for the amazing holiday. We were able to relax and venture out for the day in the sun knowing that Thomas was well looked after.”

Arosa – Winter 2019

“We can’t fault the Powder Byrne Ski Programmes on offer. The Learn in Style Programme was fantastic, a great option for adults looking to improve their technique. Another brilliant holiday with Powder Byrne.“

Elba – Summer 2019

“Couldn’t have been better. PB staff highly organised, always good fun and a pleasure to socialise with. TheZone and Scalleywags were amazing. It was the team that really made the holiday superb!“

Zurs – Winter 2019

“My eldest was in SnoZone for the first time, he loved it. It was really well done for their age group.”

Crete – Summer 2019

“The outstanding Powder Byrne team went above and beyond. The week exceeded our expectations on every front.”

Sintra – Summer 2019

“My children loved the sports aspect of Scallywags and its great that the PB staff are so active with them.”

Flims – Winter 2019

“I can’t fault any aspect of the Yeti programme, it was perfect for our children and the Powder Byrne team are a real asset to the company, thank you for an unforgettable holiday. “