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Our Guide to Lapland
Most of Lapland is in Scandinavia, occupying a third of Finland and Norway and covering the northern reaches of Sweden, even parts of Russia. It’s synonymous with snow blanketed landscapes waiting to be explored by husky or reindeer drawn sled and delivers year round beauty and unique experiences.
Europe’s last wilderness is best visited in December to April for an unforgettable festive experience and the chance to glimpse the Northern Lights and meet Santa himself in Finnish Lapland. However, if you prefer longer days and midnight sun over a long lasting winter, April is considered the best time for sledding and skiing, and August is ideal for hiking trails with fewer visitors and warmer temperatures.
Whichever country you visit you'll be met with incredible nature and wilderness, trekking routes and remarkable experiences, from downhill and cross country skiing to reindeer rendezvous and meetings with the indigenous Sami people. Swedish Lapland provides sweeping pine forests, peaceful lakeside villages and is ideal for an off the beaten track journey and a heli-skiing adventure across stunning mountains, empty slopes and untouched snow. Norwegian Lapland or Finnmark is home to the towns of Alta and Kirkenes each with their own annually constructed Snow Hotel and is one of the best places to see the Aurora Borealis.
Most visitors to Lapland are likely arrival by plane via city airports such as Helsinki or Stockholm. It's a popular option to combine Lapland with some time in one of Scandinavia’s exquisite cities such as Helsinki but our specialists can craft your perfect Lapland trip based on your specific interests.
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Arctic Wildlife Safari by Snowmobile
Lapland, Sweden
With your expert local guide at your side, explore the Lappish wilderness in search of the region's native wildlife. Take in the breathtaking mountain scenery as you keep your eyes peeled for moose, reindeer and grouse.
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Discover Sami culture in Swedish Lapland
Lapland, Sweden
Visit the remote town of Flakaberg and discover the culture of the indigenous Sami people. Your host, Lars Eriksson, will tell you about his lifestyle as a reindeer herder, and his wife Annette will treat you to a delicious traditional lunch.
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Husky dog sledding
Finnish Lapland, Finland
Husky sledding is a unique and thrilling Finnish experience and an opportunity for a close encounter with the excitable Lappish husky dogs. You'll travel through the snowy wilderness on a comfortable sled pulled by a group of huskies.
Ice dining at Treehotel
Harads, Sweden
Venture out under the moonlight to a nearby lake, where you can spend an evening dining atop the frozen waters. After a three-course dinner in a heated tipi, you'll have the chance to spot the beautiful yet elusive Northern Lights.
Couples Adventure Off the beaten track
Kallo Package at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge - 3 days/2 nights
Swedish Lapland, Sweden
Embrace the Arctic lifestyle on a short break, indulging in a range of winter activities including dog sledding, snowmobiling, ice fishing and snowshoe trekking, at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge on Lake Väkkärä in Swedish Lapland.
Linkka Package at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge - 3 days/2 nights
Swedish Lapland, Sweden
Visit a Sámi camp and learn about the culture of Lapland’s reindeer-herding people and enjoy the chance for dog sledding, ice fishing, snowshoeing and the thrill of snowmobiling in the Arctic wilderness on this exciting two-night winter break.
Luspa Package at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge - 4 days/3 nights
Swedish Lapland, Sweden
Experience the magical Lapland lifestyle on this break which includes learning to mush your own team of huskies, meeting the reindeer-herding Sámi tribespeople and trying your hand at ice fishing, ice sculpting and snowshoe trekking.
Midnight sun boat trip
Swedish Lapland, Sweden
Discover the magic of the Midnight Sun in the depths of Swedish Lapland. Head out on a lake in a rowboat and take in the incredible views in endless light, stopping ashore to warm up by a campfire with traditional Swedish fika.
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Nordic Ski Touring
Lapland, Sweden
The traditional way to explore the winter landscapes of Swedish Lapland, you'll traverse across the snow on wooden skis, led by your expert guide. Skiing across flat ground at a leisurely pace, you'll be able to admire the beautiful scenery as you pass.
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Nordic Ski Touring at Loggers Lodge
Lapland, Sweden
The traditional way to explore the winter landscapes of Swedish Lapland, you'll traverse across the snow on wooden skis, led by your expert guide. Skiing across flat ground at a leisurely pace, you'll be able to admire the beautiful scenery as you pass.
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Brandon Lodge
Swedish Lapland, Sweden
Located on the Luleå archipelago, Brändön Lodge features 15 charming two-bedroom log cabins overlooking the sea. With a wealth of activities available, Brändön Lodge makes for an ideal base from which to explore the Lappish wilderness anytime of the year.
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Aurora Village
Ivalo, Finnish Lapland
Aurora village offers cosy Aurora Cabins where you can relax in your bed and watch the sky above through a glass ceiling. With just 25 cabins there is plenty of privacy for you to enjoy excellent service and the surrounding Lapland winter wonderland.
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Arctic Retreat
Swedish Lapland, Sweden
Arctic Retreat is a small, family-run property located in the tiny village of Gunnarsbyn in Swedish Lapland. The retreat is made up of a collection of traditional log cabins and offers an exclusive and inviting base from which to enjoy the wilderness.
Wilderness Hotel Nangu
Ivalo
Wilderness Hotel Nangu is located in a remote spot on the southern shore of Lake Inari, with breath-taking views, perfect for experiencing the Northern Lights! As an adults-only destination this is the perfect escape for couples or friends.
Adventure Off the beaten track
Arctic Bath Hotel
Harads, Swedish Lapland, Sweden
The Arctic Bath Hotel in Harads, Swedish Lapland is a unique concept of a floating hotel, surrounded by water which freezes over in the winter. At the center of the main floating building is a plunge pool, carved into the ice during winter.
Fjellborg Arctic Lodge
Swedish Lapland, Sweden
A stay at the Fjellborg Arctic Lodge is Swedish Lapland’s ultimate wilderness experience. The exclusive-use lodge sits on the banks of Lake Väkkärä, 200km north of the Arctic Circle, offering a private and luxurious environment from which to enjoy this glorious icy landscape.
Wilderness Hotel Inari
Inari, Finnish Lapland
Wilderness Hotel Inari enjoys an enviable location in Northern Lapland on the edge of Lake Inari, making it the perfect spot to enjoy endless snowy views with optimal chances of spotting the elusive Northern Lights.
Adventure Off the beaten track
Lapland Guesthouse
Swedish Lapland
Lapland Guesthouse is a beautifully presented, family-run, cosy retreat offering a genuine Lapland experience in a remote village in the far north of Sweden. This is the perfect base from which to enjoy an array of wilderness activities.
Octola
Finnish Lapland, Finland
Octola is a luxury 10-bedroom wilderness chalet perfect for small groups or large families. Located on a private wilderness reserve in Finnish Lapland, surrounded by wild reindeer, the chalet offers ultimate privacy, tailored exclusively for you.
$9,500 Per person
Wilderness Hotel Muotka
Ivalo, Finnish Lapland
Wilderness Hotel Muotka is located deep in the taiga forest, next to Urho Kekkonen National Park, away from any light pollution make it the perfect place to escape from the crowds and experience the rugged wilderness of Finnish Lapland.
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Ultimate Swedish Lapland
Swedish Lapland
Devour the magical wilderness of the snow-laden Swedish Lapland in ultimate style and sophistication whilst staying in two of the most luxurious retreats in the area. Stylish unique cabins with exquisite service and delicious food set you up perfectly to leap into the plethora of adrenaline-fuelled activities available.
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$5,900 pp
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Family Fun in Sweden
Stockholm & Swedish Lapland
The ultimate winter wonderland and perfect playground to fuel the imaginations of the young and young at heart, Sweden ticks all the boxes for a fun-packed family adventure. Spend action-packed days whizzing through snow-draped pine forests on a sleigh led by huskies, mastering winter survival skills for life above the Arctic Circle and searching...
Adventure Culture Off the beaten track
$5,800 pp
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Limitless Sweden
Stockholm & Swedish Lapland
Have your breath stolen as you leap into the land of snowy wilderness and ultimate luxury. You will be submerged into stylish Stockholm before you venture into the magical landscape of Lapland, where all your dreams will come true. Remote seclusion in this frozen land, tucked away in the Arctic Circle with unique style and opulence all with...
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Epic Swedish Lapland
Swedish Lapland
An optimal bucket list itinerary for those looking to embrace adventure and remote escapism in the wilds of Swedish Lapland. Chic hotels, exhilarating experiences and the chance to witness the northern lights in all their glory, this fun and unique trip will see you staying in the world’s most extraordinary hotels from the original Ice Hotel, the...
Adventure Couples Off the beaten track
$6,100 pp
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Extraordinary Finnish Lapland
Finnish Lapland
A stylish, exquisite and magical trip to Lapland allowing you to get away from it all in this mesmerising remote snowy wilderness. Immersive winter wonderland activities await you at an adults-only boutique hotel before spending the night under the Northern Lights in your very own igloo hideaway. We can tailor this amazing itinerary for you with...
Couples Adventure
$4,000 pp
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A magical trip to visit Santa
Lapland, Finland
A trip to Finnish Lapland is an unforgettable experience full of treasured memories you will keep for a lifetime. Here, we bring the fairy-tale stories of Lapland to life with enchanting encounters with elves, reindeer, huskies and of course, Santa.
Adventure
$9,300 pp
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Honeymoon in Swedish Lapland
Stockholm & Swedish Lapland
Exploration and extravagance await you on this seven-night journey through Sweden, uncovering some of the most enchanting parts of the country’s breathtaking panoramas. From culture, cafes and chic restaurants in Stockholm to amorous hideaways and spectacular encounters in Swedish Lapland, this alternative honeymoon itinerary oozes luxury and...
Couples Adventure Culture Off the beaten track
$7,600 pp
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Finnish Lapland with Kids
Inari and Ivalo, Finnish Lapland
Magical from start to finish, this is every family's dream to stay amongst the wild beauty of Lapland and see the pure joy on your children’s faces. Immerse in the snowy winter wonderland of Finnish Lapland, spending three nights in a cosy log cabin next a frozen lake, visiting reindeer and dashing through the wilderness on a husky sled before...
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$3,700 pp
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Guest testimonial
"The Lapland trip was fantastic and a huge success enjoyed by all. The Santa Claus experience was unbelievable and so exclusive. The kids thought it absolutely wonderful and the whole time we were at the reindeer farm we did not see another visitor so we were made to feel very special. Picking up a hitch-hiking elf on the way there was a wonderful and very unexpected touch. The adults really enjoyed the husky sled rides (especially the fact that we could drive them ourselves) and the snowmobiling. The two chalets together sharing a chef worked well and we were very well kitted out with warm clothing by Luxury Action and their guide was excellent. Having our own small bus and driver for the whole time we were there helped to make everything so easy and comfortable for us. So all-in-all a 5 star trip and to be highly recommended." Lerwill, December 2016
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