Golden Crown 5 (1)

Sweden & Finland

Igloo & Lapland Wilderness Escape

Holiday Duration

7 nights
Price From

£3200 per person
Wild Rating

3 out of 5

Holiday Idea

This seven night adventure-of-a-lifetime crosses borders, allowing time in both Finnish and Swedish Lapland. From nights spent gazing at the stars from the comfort of your very own bed in a glass-roofed igloo, to days out discovering the beautiful snowy wilderness. You’ll explore the Lappish landscape by husky sled, reindeer sleigh, snowmobile and snowshoes and if you’re lucky enough Mother Nature may come out to play when darkness falls, filling the sky with the swirling ribbons of the incredible Aurora Borealis.

Itinerary

View from the glass domes towards the sky and snow covered valley from Golden Crown in Finnish Lapland

Lapland Guesthouse in winter, Swedish Lapland

Day 1 | Arrive in Lapland

Arrive in Finnish Lapland and transfer to Lapland Guesthouse in Sweden. Enjoy lunch and collect your winter suits for the duration of your stay. In the afternoon, head outside and get to know your surroundings before returning for dinner. In the evening enjoy an excursion to search for the Northern Lights, travelling in a sled behind a guide with hot drinks and cake whilst you gaze at the sky.

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Day 2 | Husky Safari

Wrap up warm and grab the reins as you embark on an exhilarating husky safari into the untouched wilderness of the Arctic with a trusty team of dogs. Stop for lunch which will be cooked outside on an open fire. Travel back to the guesthouse in the afternoon. Why not warm up in the lakeside sauna before dinner?

A log fire at Lapland Guesthouse, Swedish Lapland

Day 3 | Ice Fishing

After breakfast, you'll go on an ice fishing trip which includes lunch cooked outside on an open fire. Learn how to make a hole in the ice and fish whilst enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Return to the guesthouse in the afternoon. Why not relax in the sauna and outdoor hot tub before dinner? Or grab a pair of snowshoes and hike through the wintry forest trails nearby.

The world famous Ice Hotel in Swedish Lapland

Day 4 | ICEHOTEL Day Visit

Today, you will travel to one of the world’s most famous hotels. ICEHOTEL is created each year from blocks of ice harvested from the nearby Torne river. A team of artists from around the world create this Arctic masterpiece. Enjoy a guided tour and lunch before travelling back to the guesthouse for dinner. Don't forget to step outside when darkness falls to hunt for the Northern Lights.

Henrik Trygg Snowmobile 142

Day 5 | Snowmobile Safari & Ice Sculpting

This morning you’ll travel through the forest by snowmobile. Stop for hot drinks and a snack in the heart of Swedish Lapland. Return to the guesthouse for lunch before trying your hand at ice sculpting. You’ll be given a short instruction and handed all the tools you’ll need to create your own artistic piece of work! Enjoy dinner in the main house on your final night at Lapland Guesthouse.

Interior of igloo looking out over the winter landscape at Levi Iglut / Golden Crown in Finnish Lapland

Day 6 | Glass Igloo

Transfer to the fabulous Golden Crown resort in Finland, where you will check in to a luxurious glass-roofed igloo for a two night stay. Settle in and explore before enjoying dinner in the restaurant. When darkness falls, snuggle up and keep a look out overhead from the comfort of your own bed as the Northern Lights may be dancing in the sky.

The Northern lights in the sky over a sky resort and the forests in Finnish Lapland

Day 7 | Day at Leisure

If you’re keen to hit slopes, you’re in the right place. Levi, Finland's largest ski resort is just a short bus ride away. Book a lesson or just spend time gentling gliding the slopes. Perhaps spend some time at the resort centre with its gift shops and cafes. Later transfer back to Golden Crown to relax and enjoy dinner before your final night in an igloo. Be sure to keep a look out for the flickering Aurora above.

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Day 8 | Departure Day

After breakfast, bid farewell to Lapland and transfer to Kittila Airport for your departure flight.

Where will I rest my head?

Lapland Guesthouse

Stay with Johan and Eva and learn about their beautiful collection of brightly coloured Swedish houses in the tiny Swedish village of Kangos, 150 miles north of the Arctic Circle.

Kangos, Swedish Lapland

Levin Iglut Glass Igloos

These luxurious and spacious glass igloos are located just 5km from Finland's largest ski resort. Hit the slopes during the day and enjoy aurora displays from the comfort of your very own bed after dark.

Levi, Finnish Lapland

Private transfer from Kittila Airport to Lapland Guesthouse
Private transfer from Lapland Guesthouse to Golden Crown
Private transfer from Golden Crown to Kittila Airport
Five nights accommodation at Lapland Guesthouse in Swedish Lapland on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunches on days where not in an excursion that includes lunch and a 3-course evening meal)
Two nights accommodation in a glass-roofed igloo at Golden Crown on a bed and breakfast basis
A two hour Northern Lights hunt including hot drinks and snacks
A four hour husky safari including lunch
A four hour ice fishing excursion including lunch
A day trip to ICEHOTEL including lunch and a guided tour
A two hour snowmobile excursion including hot drinks and snacks
An ice sculpting lesson
Winter clothing is provided for the duration of your stay at Lapland Guesthouse
Access to the sauna and hot tub at Lapland Guesthouse

A driving license is required to drive a snowmobile.

Snowshoes can be rented from Lapland Guesthouse and guided hikes can also be booked if required.

The price of this suggestion is based on two people sharing a double or a twin room at Lapland Guesthouse and an igloo at Golden Crown resort. Get in touch to find out about more places to stay in Swedish and Finnish Lapland.

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