Finland

Northern Lights & Nordic Nights in Lapland

Holiday Duration

4 nights
Price From

£2480 per person
Best Time To Go

December - March
Wild Rating

4 out of 5

Holiday Idea

Experience the magic of Finnish Lapland at Wilderness Hotel Muotka, a welcoming retreat in the snowy fells. Enjoy unforgettable Arctic adventures, from husky sledding and snowmobiling to peaceful snowshoe treks. Cosy cabins, warming saunas and hearty Lappish meals offer comfort after each day outdoors, and as night falls, step outside in search of the spellbinding northern lights above.

Itinerary

Day 1 | Arrive in Finnish Lapland

As you touch down in Finnish Lapland, your journey continues straight into a sparkling winter wonderland, where four unforgettable nights await at the enchanting Wilderness Hotel Muotka. Your first evening is spent in a glass-roofed Aurora Cabin, where you can fall asleep beneath the night sky, knowing the hotel’s Aurora Alarm will alert you if the northern lights begin their magical display.

Day 2 | Snowmobile Safari & Reindeer Visit

This morning you will embark on a thrilling adventure by snowmobile into the heart of Sámi culture and life in the North, getting up close and personal with reindeer. After a hearty lunch around a warm fire you can enjoy an introduction to cross-country skiing - a popular and traditional winter sport in Finland, given the country's cold climate and abundance of snowy landscapes.

Day 3 | Dog Sledding & Aurora Camp

Take the reins and discover the thrill of husky sledding! Set off through Lapland’s snowy wilderness with a team of eager dogs on one of the most peaceful and unforgettable ways to explore the Arctic. When darkness falls, head out into the wilderness to an Aurora Camp to search for the magical northern lights dancing overhead.

Day 4 | Snowshoe Hike & Aurora Snowmobile Adventure

Get ready to head out on snowshoes into the surrounding wilderness. Your guide will share interesting stories and information about Finnis nature and animals during your trek through the beautiful winter wonderland. Later in the evening, embark on a thrilling guided snowmobile expedition where the hunt for the northern lights begins.

Day 5 | Departure Day

It is time to bid farewell to the Nordics. Return to Ivalo for your departure flight home.

“Fall asleep beneath the stars and wake to Arctic silence — four unforgettable nights in your own glass-roof Aurora Cabin, complete with a private sauna for the ultimate Lapland escape.”

Emma Durkin | Holiday Designer | Where the Wild Is

Where will I rest my head?

Muotka Wilderness Lodge

Set amidst the forested feels of Finland, this charming retreat is perfect for a honeymoon, anniversary or romantic getaway. Enjoy wholesome, locally-sourced food, cooked to perfection.

Sodankylä, Finnish Lapland

Return transfers from Ivalo Airport in Finnish Lapland.
Four nights at Wilderness Hotel Muotka based on two people sharing a glass-roof Aurora Cabin for four nights.
Full-board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) starting with dinner on arrival day and ending with breakfast on the morning of check-out.
Guided reindeer day by snowmobile. Learn about the Sami people's way of life and culture and hear about how they have herded reindeer in these parts for thousands of years. Feed the reindeer and take a short reindeer sleigh ride. Based on two people sharing a snowmobile (driver and passsenger) with the opportunity to swap around midway. Includes lunch served around a campfire. Duration 4 hours.
Guided husky safari. Transfer to the husky farm and meet your enthusiastic 4-legged friends. You then set off, two people handling their own dog team (musher and passenger) with the opportunity to swap around midway. Includes hot drink and biscuits. Duration 3 hours (1 hour on the sled).
Guided snowshoeing walk. Equipped with snowshoes and poles you will walk over snow and ice using the ancient method used by locals. Your guide will provide you with lots of information about Finnish nature as you walk in the snowy wilderness surroundings. Duration 2 hours.
Guided cross-country skiing introductory session. Nothing like downhill skiing - this is all about gliding and walking at the same time, with time to enjoy the nature and crisp, fresh air. Afterwards, take time to explore the illuminated tracks close to Muotka on your own. Duration 1 hour.
Guided aurora camp evening. Sit in a sleigh pulled by the guide's snowmobile, to an area away from any light pollution. Hot drinks are included around a roaring campfire. Duration 2½ hours.
Guided aurora snowmobiling. Follow your guide to the best local spots for viewing the northern lights. Based on two people per snowmobile (driver and passenger) with the opportunity to swap around midway. Hot drinks are included around a roaring campfire. Duration 2½ hours.

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