Embark on a 5-day adventure 200 km North of the Arctic Circle, in the heart of Swedish Lapland. Discover Kiruna—nestled within the Aurora Oval and celebrated as one of the world’s premier destinations for witnessing the spectacular Northern Lights.
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day journey to the heart of Swedish Lapland, one of the best places on Earth to witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights. Your adventure begins the moment you land in Kiruna—200 km north of the Arctic Circle, where the magic of the Arctic awaits.
Settle into your unique accommodation at Camp Ripan, and unwind with a visit to the stunning Aurora Spa. If luck is on your side, the sky will come alive with the colorful dance of the aurora borealis—right from the comfort of your spa. Your second day is left open for exploration and personal adventure. Choose from a range of optional activities, including snowmobiling, snowshoeing, or a deep dive into the rich traditions of the indigenous Sámi people.
Swedish Lapland is more than just a gateway to the Northern Lights—it’s also home to the world-renowned Icehotel Located in the village of Jukkasjärvi, this is the world’s first hotel built entirely from ice and snow, and it’s been astonishing visitors since 1989.
Part hotel, part art gallery, the Icehotel is a living exhibition of icy creativity, that melts away when spring comes. Visiting the Icehotel is available as an optional day tour, perfect for experiencing its breathtaking design, sipping drinks in ice glasses at the Ice Bar, and admiring the ever-changing frozen artwork up close.
In addition to the relaxing Aurora Spa, your adventure continues with two unforgettable nights dedicated to chasing the Northern Lights. One of the highlights is an Aurora Dogsledding Tour and the second a Northern Lights car tour, maximizing your chances of witnessing this natural wonder.
SEK 12500
25 febr- 1 March
Lapland Aurora Adventure | 5 days / 4 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!
After a late night chasing the Northern Lights by car, enjoy a slow restful morning, or if you’re up early, take advantage to explore the stunning Kiruna region your way. Check out the city transformation. Kiruna’s new city center is taking shape just 3 km east of the original. Visit the striking new city hall, and explore the Norrbotten County Art Museum. Local buses connect the old and new centers for easy access.
In the evening, unwind at your hotel or head out for one last aurora adventure by joining a guided Aurora Safari, another chance to witness the magic of the Northern Lights before your journey ends.
Arrive 200 km above the Arctic Circle in Sweden’s northernmost town. Spend 4 nights at Camp Ripan, a family-run hotel with cozy private chalets near Kiruna’s center. Enjoy delicious, Sami-inspired cuisine made with local, organic ingredients, and unwind at the award-winning Aurora Spa. With luck, you might spot the Northern Lights dancing across the polar night sky.
Today is left open for exploration and personal adventure. Choose from a range of optional activities, including snowmobiling, snowshoeing, or a deep dive into the rich traditions of the indigenous Sámi people. We can recommend a visit the world famous Icehotel. Discover the hotel, featuring breathtaking sculptures and cold rooms hand-crafted by international artists. Enjoy a refreshing drink at the popular icebar.
In the evening you will join an iconic dog sledding tour to hunt for the magical Northern Lights. Immerse yourself in the dark wintery nights filled with stars and escape the city lights with a team of enthusiastic Huskies.
Choose from a variety of activities during daytime to explore the Kiruna region. In the evening, continue your Northern Lights adventure with a guided car tour. Your local expert will drive you to the best aurora viewing spots around Kiruna, carefully selected based on real-time weather and solar activity, to give you the best possible chance of seeing the mesmerizing Northern Lights.
As you wrap up your daily adventures, you’ll soon be departing from this enchanting winter wonderland. Depending on your flight schedule, you may fit in another memorable day in Kiruna. If you have an early flight, it’s time to check out of your hotel room. A transfer will bring you to Kiruna Airport.
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