This Northern Lights holiday, focuses on chasing the magical Aurora Borealis in the Kiruna region, Sweden’s northernmost destination. Kiruna’s location within the Auroral Oval offers fantastic opportunities to see the magical Northern Lights from September to March.
This 4-day Northern Lights holiday is designed to chase the magical Northern Lights in the Arctic region of Kiruna. Located within the Auroral Oval, Kiruna offers fantastic opportunities to see the Northern Lights from September to March. If the weather is clear, the Northern Lights can be seen almost every night during the dark season. This package includes a 2 night stay at Camp Ripan and a unique stay at the world’s first ICEHOTEL, where you will sleep in a warm room (upgrade possible to cold room). On top, you’ll have the opportunity to be fascinated by the magical Aurora by dog sled, snowmobile, and you will enjoy the outdoor warm pool at a award-winning Aurora Spa.
Upon arrival, you will stay at the charming family-owned hotel Camp Ripan, an environmentally friendly hotel that offers cozy, chalet-style rooms nestled in the heart of winter wonderland. The hotel is located on short distance from Kiruna’s city center, providing effortless access to local attractions
The last night you will stay at the iconic ICEHOTEL. A hotel and art exhibition with ever-changing art made out of ice and snow, which is reborn every winter. Skilled ice sculptors from around the world work together to create a masterpiece out of massive ice blocks. By the ICEHOTEL you will stay in a cozy warm hotel room. When wished for, upgrades are available to stay in one of the unique shaped ice-made cold rooms, a truly unforgettable experience.
SEK 15900
December – March
Aurora Dreams Kiruna | 4 days / 3 nights
Welcome to Swedish Lapland! On arrival to Kiruna Airport, you land 150km north from the Arctic Circle into the northernmost part of Sweden. A short transfer will bring you to the family owned hotel Camp Ripan, close to the heart of Kiruna city. Here you will stay in a comfortable private timber chalet. The hotel’s rewarded Aurora Spa invites you to wander between heat and cold. Relax indoors and enjoy the winter white landscape through panorama windows, or feel the cool caress of the polar winter across your cheek while enveloped by the comfort of the outdoor warm pool. If you are lucky, the colorful dance of the Northern Lights will entertain you!
After a good night sleep and enjoying a rich Scandinavian breakfast buffet, a private taxi transfer will take you to world’s first ICEHOTEL. You may visit the ICEHOTEL Art Exhibition where you can see the fantastic sculptures and the ice rooms in peace on your own. A non-alcoholic drink at the ICEBAR is included in your visit. Before heading back to the hotel, you may check the souvenir shop. If you are interested in learning more about the indigenous Sámi culture and their reindeers. We have selected several optional tours where you can choose from.
During the evening you go hunting for the magical Northern Lights by dog sled! By arriving at the Husky Kennel, you can relax and take place on warm reindeer skins on a sled and enjoy the dark polar night! The team of friendly huskies will pull you through the sparkling winter wonderland. Immerse yourself in the dark wintry nights of Lapland and escape the city lights with the enthusiast huskies. Along the route a stop will be made to enjoy a warm outdoor dinner and a hot drink by the campfire. Meanwhile, the guide will provide you with more information about the Northern Lights. An experience which will give you memories for a lifetime!
Today you will continue northward to the small mountain village of Abisko. Situated within a bowl of mountains, Abisko is well known as the “Blue Hole” (a patch of permanently clear sky) because of its little cloudy and snowy weather. In addition to its location on the Auroral Oval, Abisko becomes the best place in Europe for observing the magical natural phenomenon Northern Lights. A transfer will take you to the Kiruna train station, followed by a 1,5-hour scenic train ride towards Abisko. In the evening you will take the chairlift up to the Aurora Sky Station, 900 meters above sea level, which is listed in the Lonely Planet’s top 10 places of the world for Northern Lights viewing. After arriving, you have an opportunity to learn more about the Northern Lights by participating in a guided tour. The last chairlift ride down leaves at 01:00.
In the morning you may take it easy after having a late night in the Aurora Sky Station. If you plan to wake up early then there are many optional tours to choose from to explore the Abisko National Park in your preferred way. What about taking part in a scenic snowmobile tour driving high up in the mountain areas. Ice fishing or snowshoe walking into the unspoiled winter wonderland? We can recommend visiting the Naturum visitor center for the Abisko National Park to learn more about the region.
After dinner, you may choose for a relaxed last evening in the hotel, or spend one more evening outdoors chasing the Northern Lights by joining an optional snowmobile Northern Lights safari.
After daily enjoying new experiences it’s time to travel home. Depending on your flight schedule, maybe you have some time left to relax in this Northernmost part of Swedish Lapland. If you have an early flight, then it is time to get ready and check out of your hotel room. A transfer will be arranged for you from Abisko to Kiruna Airport. You can look back on your amazing 5 days visit to Swedish Lapland!
During the morning, a private taxi will take you to the world-famous ICEHOTEL. Here you will stay in a cozy warm hotel room, where upgrades are available to cold design rooms as Art Suite or Deluxe Suite – with a private sauna and bathroom.
Start your afternoon with a delicious lunch at the renowned ICEHOTEL restaurant. Afterward, we recommend a visit to the nearby Sami open-air museum. Discover the rich culture of the indigenous Sami people and learn about their traditional way of life as reindeer herders. As night falls, prepare for a magical dog-sledding adventure. Glide silently through the snow-covered landscape, guided by a team of eager Huskies. Feel the thrill of the ride and the serenity of the Arctic night. Along the way, you will stop to enjoy a warm drink by a crackling campfire.
Welcome to Swedish Lapland! On arrival to Kiruna Airport, you land 200km north from the Arctic Circle into the northernmost part of Sweden. A short transfer will bring you to the family owned hotel Camp Ripan, located on short distance from Kiruna city. You will stay in a cosy private timber chalet. After check in, you may want to refresh yourself in the hotel’s rewarded Aurora Spa. Relax indoors and enjoy the winter white landscape through panorama windows or feel the cool caress of the polar winter across your cheek while enveloped by the comfort of the outdoor warm pool. If you are lucky, the colourful dance of the Northern Lights will entertain you!
Spend the morning at your own pace or choose from a range of exciting activities to explore the Kiruna region. As evening falls, gear up for an unforgettable snowmobile safari through the Arctic wilderness. Ride deep into the polar night, gliding across snowy trails and through silent forests in search of the magical Northern Lights. Along the way, we’ll stop in the heart of the wilderness to warm up and enjoy a cozy Swedish fika. Imagine a clear, starry sky above, total stillness around you, and the Northern Lights dancing overhead. It’s the perfect setting for a night to remember.
After daily having new experiences it’s time to travel home. Before leaving, consider stopping by the stunning ICEBAR for a drink. If you have time before your flight, take another iconic tour in Kiruna to make the most of your trip. If you have an early flight, it’s time to get ready and check out of your hotel room. A private transfer will be arranged to take you from your hotel to Kiruna Airport.
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