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

December Skiing in Flims

FROM £3,780 PER PERSON

Stay at the 5-star Waldhaus Flims with its sensational spa, renowned restaurants and access to our Powder Byrne ski programmes on the high-altitude slopes of Flims.

Summer in Crete

FROM £1,560 PER PERSON

Relax at our 5-star retreat in Crete this summer and enjoy access to our fun-filled children’s programmes, with sports and activities for all the family.

February Half Term 2021 in Zurs

FROM £3,760 PER PERSON

Traditional, family-run, Austrian alpine hotel, the Albona Nova is just a few steps away from the Zürserseebahn and a great option for February half term in the world famous Arlberg.

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 exciting activities on offer.

Easter 2021 Ski Holidays in Arosa

FROM £10,200 FOR A FAMILY OF FOUR

Stay at the eco-friendly Valsana Hotel & Apartments in the super chic Swiss alpine village of Arosa for a snow-sure Easter ski holiday.

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

“Great variety of runs across the week, Cameron had fantastic knowledge of the mountain and the best spots to eat and was fabulous company throughout the week.“

Elba – Summer 2019

“We had a fantastic holiday, many thanks to the amazing hotel and all the PB staff.“

Swiss Cook – Winter 2018

“The Swiss Cook service really helped make our holiday. Staying in a gorgeous apartment in Casa Flumina with the Menu of the Day option was great value and the quality of the food was top notch.”

Crete – Summer 2018

“We had a fantastic holiday, many thanks to the amazing hotel and all the PB staff!”

Crete – Summer 2019

“The holiday was low stress and easy. Our kids couldn’t wait to get to the kids’ clubs every day, they had a fantastic time and made lots of new friends. The staff are outstanding, warm, friendly, knowledgable, helpful, fun, the list goes on. It was one of the best family holidays we’ve ever had. We hope to be back on another Powder Byrne adventure.”

St Christoph – Winter 2019

“Nothing was too much trouble and every request was met with a ‘can-do’ attitude. This was our first Powder Byrne holiday and we are already making plans for our next!“

Andermatt – Winter 2019

“Nothing was too much trouble and every request was met with a ‘can-do’ attitude. This was our first Powder Byrne holiday and we are already making plans for our next!”

Flims – Winter 2019

“From the moment we arrived we felt looked after by Powder Byrne and nothing was too much trouble. The Powder Byrne staff were without exception warm and friendly and attentive without being overbearing. As a first experience with Powder Byrne, we were all very impressed. Thank you for a wonderful holiday.“

Crete – Summer 2019

“We really appreciated the fact that the kids could enjoy all the nonstop action of TheZone without the need for us to run around with them ourselves. We were able to really relax while they had a blast.”

Sintra – Summer 2018

“Our holiday was fantastic and stress-free, exactly what we were looking for. We really appreciated being picked up and dropped door to door from airport to hotel and the girls adored the caring and enthusiastic staff making us feel at ease when they went off for their activities. Yet again first class service from Powder Byrne.”

Flims – Winter 2018

“The Swiss Cook option is a great alternative when staying in self-catering and was of a great standard. Chris did a great job with the apartments and the girls loved the children’s club staff. The whole PB team were super helpful”

Gstaad – Winter 2018