Winter is the time when Utah changes its colours and takes on a glow of white. The Utah expansive Utah landscape can offer an almost religious experience for those who love immersing themselves in the majesty of nature.
Winter in Utah is famous for offering world-class skiing escapades, and we’re going to talk about that. But we’ll also cover some of the more offbeat things to do in Utah as well.
In this short guide, we’ll list some of the best ways to experience a luxury tour of Utah in winter.
The Deer Valley Resort
For decades, Deer Valley Resort has been the gold standard for those who come to Utah on a skiing trip. It’s not just the fact that they have a “skiers only” policy and you’re required to be impeccably groomed. The resort provides extremely easy access to some of the best slopes in the country.
What’s even better is that the resort has expanded with a newly added East Village base area that provides a sophisticated alternative to the bustling main hubs. You can now take the East Village Express, a 10-passenger state-of-the-art gondola, to reach the newly accessible 4,300 acres of terrain.
You can choose between staying at the Montage Deer Valley which remains the crown jewel for ski-in/ski-out access, while the St. Regis Lower Deer Valley offers the iconic funicular ride and a nightly champagne sabering ritual that never goes out of style.
The Sundance Festival
If your visit falls between January 22 and February 1, you’ll find yourself at the epicenter of global culture. There are many ways to experience something like Sundance, but in our view, The Sundance Film Festival in Park City is best experienced via private lounge access and curated screening schedules.
You can avoid Main Street crowds by booking a private villa at some of the more exclusive resorts, such as The Lodge at Blue Sky, which is very conveniently located for the festival. This resort offers a 3,500-acre playground for heli-skiing and snowshoeing, providing the perfect sanctuary after a day of premieres.
The Offbeat Options
There’s plenty to do off the beaten track in Utah. For the more adventurous, you can try bobsledding in an Olympic ring (actually used by Olympians during the 2002 event).
Otherwise, Utah offers heli-skiing, which allows you to launch directly from Park City or Snowbird to access untouched backcountry powder in the high Wasatch.
And if you’re truly looking to create a memory of a lifetime, try dog sledding. You’ll be moving through the private meadows of the Uinta Mountains behind a team of Alaskan Huskies. Not something that you do every day, that’s for sure.
You can also experience some high-altitude “gastronomy”. The Nest at Snowbird is located high in the mountains, providing views that can’t easily be replicated.
The whiskey enthusiasts can opt for a private tasting at High West Distillery. Their “library” has become the most authentic way to immerse yourself in the whiskey tradition of Utah.
Using Bespoke Travel Planning
Rather than go through the hassle of planning and managing your trip by yourself, a much better idea can be to use the services of luxury travel planners like Utah Luxury Tours. We take care of the entire process for you, from end-to-end, so that the only thing you have to worry about is enjoying your trip.
We are experts on the Utah travel scene. We don’t just know the best hotels, we know which room in the hotel provides the best view and has the biggest bathroom. We can help you plan your trip to the minutest detail, backed by our insider’s knowledge of all the luxury destinations in Utah.
Imagine being at the airport in Salt Lake City and worrying about booking your cab, and then standing in line to check in at the hotel and ensuring your luggage is safe. When you book our services, we ensure that your travel is a seamless experience.
Wrapping Up
You can engage in a wide variety of activities such as hiking, camping, horseback riding, stargazing, biking, canyoneering, photography, cross-country skiing, and more.
As the tourist industry of Utah has developed, so have the conveniences that are on offer. The luxury tourist industry of Utah has simply exploded with so much to do for those who are looking to create memories without worrying about how much they’re spending.
You can book highly exclusive experiences, such as having a five-course gourmet meal within a glass bubble in a forest under the starry sky. The imagination is the limit.
If you’re considering a luxury tour of Utah in winter, then book a call with us so we can help you make the most of it.
