Escape to the Arctic on a luxury northern lights holiday to Finland. On these exclusive tours, we’ll whisk you away to pristine, secluded locations, where the northern lights shine brightest.
Stay in luxurious accommodation — a private lodge, a traditional log cabin or your own glass-roofed igloo. Embark on guided tours of Finland’s snowy fells and taiga forests. Venture into the Arctic wilderness to view the northern lights each night.
Whether you’re travelling for a special occasion — or simply want to experience the very best Finnish Lapland has to offer — the Aurora Nights team can create a northern lights trip you’ll remember forever.
Explore our luxury holidays to Finland
Iso Syote & the Aurora View Suites
Nestled in the heart of Finnish Lapland, the Arctic Hilltop Boutique Hotel in Iso Syote boasts some of the most breathtaking vistas you'll ever encounter from their Aurora View Suites.
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from £2,000
Arctic Giant's Aurora Birdhouse Adventure
While many flock to the resorts in Rovaniemi or Ivalo, the lesser-known magical Finnish Arctic Lakeland is home to the unique and luxurious Arctic Giant Hotel.
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from £2,000
Aurora Across the Border
Combining two countries – Norway and Finland - you'll stay in new Boutique Hotel Cahkal, situated in Finnish Lapland in a prime Northern Lights hunting location.
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from £2,500
Finnish Highlights of Lapland at Muotka
This 4-night package in Finnish Lapland combines a real log cabin experience with snowmobiling, husky sledding, snowshoeing - and Northern Lights hunting of course!
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from £2,250
Lapland luxury holidays: FAQs
Why choose an exclusive aurora holiday in Finland?
Our luxury holidays to Finland are tailor-made for you. Whatever the occasion and whatever is on your bucket list, we’ll work with you to create a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
You can choose from a range of luxurious accommodation options. Or book exclusive use of a boutique hotel for a group of family or friends. We can arrange private transfers and tours — and little extras like a birthday cake or a romantic dinner.
Want to hike a frozen waterfall? Or try your hand at ice fishing? Or toast the aurora from your hot tub? It’s all possible on a luxury holiday to Finnish Lapland.
When is the best time of year to book a northern lights holiday to Finland?
You can see the northern lights in Finnish Lapland from September to March. But the best time to visit is winter. From December to March, nights are long, which means you’re more likely to see the aurora.
There’s another benefit. During winter months, snow is guaranteed. So you can enjoy outdoor activities like snowmobiling, tobogganing, ice fishing and husky sledding.
Still unsure when to book your northern lights trip to Finland? Just get in touch with the Aurora Nights team and we’ll recommend the best month to visit.
Read more: When can I see the northern lights?
What’s included in a luxury Lapland holiday package?
Our northern lights holidays in Finnish Lapland include the following as standard:
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers (private transfers can be arranged)
- Half-board or full-board dining
- Arctic clothing for the duration of your trip
- Your choice of private, guided Arctic activities
Please note that flights are not included in our northern lights holiday packages. But if you’d like advice on the best airports and airlines to use when travelling to Finnish Lapland from the UK or the US, just let us know. We’ll be happy to help.
What accommodation options are there?
On a northern lights holiday to Finland, you can choose from a range of exclusive accommodation options.
You can stay in a traditional log cabin with a private sauna. Or gaze at the starry night sky from your glass-roofed igloo.
Stay in a room or suite at one of Finnish Lapland’s best boutique hotels. Or book into the Luxury Birdhouse at the Arctic Giant, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views from your private hot tub.
Of course — because every Aurora Nights holiday is tailor-made — you can mix and match, experiencing a selection of unique accommodation throughout your northern lights trip.
Can you guarantee that I’ll see the northern lights?
Unfortunately not. The northern lights are a natural phenomenon and work to an unpredictable schedule. However, we do everything we can to maximise your chances of seeing the aurora.
You’ll stay in dark-sky locations, out in the Arctic wilderness. Here, light pollution is minimal so the northern lights are more likely to be visible.
We also arrange aurora wake-up calls and exciting aurora excursions, where you chase down the northern lights with your expert aurora guide.
Read more: What are my chances of seeing the northern lights?
What can I see and do on a holiday in Finnish Lapland?
On a Lapland luxury holiday, you can enjoy a host of incredible Arctic experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can see and do:
- Explore Finland’s snowy scenery in style — on a husky mushing, kick sledding or snowmobile excursion.
- Awaken your senses. Plunge into an icy river before warming up in your own riverside sauna.
- Hit the slopes on a day of downhill skiing. Or opt for a more peaceful experience, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing through serene Arctic landscapes.
- Experience the Sámi way of life at a reindeer farm. Then, take a reindeer sleigh ride through snowy taiga forest.
- Venture out into the Arctic wilderness to visit the Aurora Camp. Warm yourself by the fire as you wait for the mesmerising northern lights to appear.
- See a different side to Finnish Lapland on a guided hike. Learn about the country’s folklore and natural wonders from your knowledgeable local guide.
- Take a magical sleigh ride to see Santa and his elves. Or get up close to Arctic animals, like polar bears and lynx, at Ranua Wildlife Park.
- Relax after a day of Arctic adventuring. Sample Finnish sauna culture or unwind with a pampering massage.
- Walk across a frozen lake to go ice fishing. Then, cook your catch on the open fire for a memorable Lappish lunch.
Can I customise my trip?
Absolutely. We can tailor every Aurora Nights tour to suit your requirements.
You can take your pick of luxury accommodation and exclusive activities. You also have the option of private excursions with your own dedicated guide.
If you’d like to extend your northern lights trip, that’s possible, too. We can incorporate other destinations in Finland and beyond.
Why not take a look at our other Nordic destinations for inspiration?
What should I wear on a northern lights holiday to Finland?
During winter, Finnish Lapland is very cold, with temperatures rarely rising above freezing. So people dress for comfort and warmth, both day and night.
We provide warm Arctic outerwear for your trip. This includes a snow jacket, thermal overalls, snow boots and Arctic gloves.
We recommend that you bring thermals, lots of layers, a warm hat, gloves and thick socks. You’ll also need a winter coat for travel to and from the airport.
Read more: What to wear on a northern lights trip
Why book a luxury holiday to Finland with Aurora Nights?
Our exclusive aurora holidays are something extra special. The Aurora Nights team will work with you to ensure every little detail of your trip is planned to perfection.
When you book with us you can count on:
- Tailor-made trips — we craft bespoke northern lights adventures, using our insider knowledge and local connections to show you the best of Lapland
- Exceptional experiences — from big, once-in-a-lifetime experiences to delightful little extras, we promise an unforgettable getaway
- Expert local guides — our guides take you on exclusive outdoor adventures — and they’re great at tracking down the aurora, too
- A hassle-free holiday — we take care of the organisation, before and during your trip, so you can focus on enjoying your northern lights adventure
Whether you book a luxury holiday to Finland, a log cabin holiday, a glass igloo holiday or a long weekend, the Aurora Nights team will make it a trip to remember.
How do I book?
Select your favourite tour from the list above and make an enquiry. We’ll then work with you to create a personalised itinerary, adding any accommodation or activities you’d like to include.
Can’t see a tour you like? Then just get in touch with the Aurora Nights team and we can build your dream northern lights holiday from scratch.
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This was a bucket list trip. The company are specialists and I’ve valued their advice. Everything from the when to go for the best opportunity to see the lights and equipment needed and provided.Our activities included, the Ice Hotel, night photo shoot, snowmobiling, guided walk and the sky station meal. All excellent and well run by knowledgeable experts and guides. The Abisko Lodge is warm comfortable and relaxing the food is excellent and the staff welcoming, friendly and very helpful. I would highly recommend if you’re looking for a different and exciting experience.
Jean Lavender
I appreciate the fast response to my inquiries regarding my trip. It would take decision making faster on my part, and plan my itinerary and activities being offered by the company accordingly.
Joey Emmanuel Serrina
My wife and I had an awesome and memorable trip to Iceland thanks to Alex at Aurora Nights. Alex tailored the itinerary to exactly what we wanted to see and chose excellent hotels to stay at. We totally enjoyed the city of Reykjavik and the many beautiful waterfalls. He went above and beyond to not only recommend sights to see around the Golden Circle and Ring Road, but also mapped it out so we were prepared to drive through the country during unpredictable weather and road conditions. And we were especially pleased to see the Northern Lights on our visit. Alex was very flexible to make changes to our plans and choosing the wonderful Sky Lagoon to replace our tickets for the Blue Lagoon due to the closure from the volcanic activity. We highly recommend Alex and Aurora Nights.
Lisa Kovens-Harris
What a fantastic trip! I booked this for myself and my husband to celebrate my 40th birthday and it didn’t disappoint! Booking was simple and we were kept up to date with all the details from the office team in the UK.
From the moment we arrived at Kiruna airport all the staff we encountered were so friendly and couldn’t do enough for us. We opted for the upgraded room at the Abisko Mountain Lodge which I would highly recommend. The cold weather clothing which was supplied was fantastic and kept us really warm in the sub-zero temperatures. The dog sledging, snowmobiling and the Northern Lights photography were all superb and the staff leading the trips were really friendly and so knowledgeable. Even though we weren’t able to do the sky station trip because of the weather, there was a lovely alternative evening organised for us which included a traditional dinner and a walk to the lake where we were able to see the lights. The food at the lodge was also exceptional and showcased some lovely traditional dishes using Moose and Reindeer which were wonderful to try.
I would like to send a massive thank you to all the staff at The Abisko Mountain Lodge as well as the guides we used for our guided walks, dog sledging and snowmobiling. I’d highly recommend the trip, it was our first visit to Sweden and we would definitely return. Thanks again to everyone (including the huskies) who made it so memorable!
Carly Webster
Dear Abigail, We have safely returned from Iceland and we wanted to say a huge and sincere thank you for all the plans that you put into place to make this one of the most memorable holidays we have ever had. It was simply beautiful each and every day. The cabin was idyllic and so cosy and warm. The tour guides were so knowledgeable and friendly and the scenery was breathtaking. All the arrangements worked so well and we will remember the trip for a long time to come.
Thank you once again.
Gillian Griffiths
This vacation has without without doubt, has been the best experience we have ever had. The organisation from the minute we landed in Kiruna until we departed at the close of our trip was second to none. The transition between hotels was always seamless and punctual. Everywhere we stayed was beautifully clean and the meals were top quality. Every driver was polite, entertaining and very knowledgeable, furnishing us with invaluable information about Sweden and the activities in which we were to participate. The snowmobiling was wonderful giving access via our guide, to stunning panoramic views of the mountain whilst viewing reindeer in their natural habitat.
Our guide demonstrated how to use the snowmobile safely he was pleasant and informative. When visiting the reindeer on the Sami reservation; we found the brother and sister team who hosted lovely. Again they were so hospitable and helpful and feeding the reindeer up close was a wonderful experience.
They provided additional activities for us to try and we were treated to a traditional Sami lunch in their hut. They provided us with invaluable information appertaining to their culture and caring for their reindeer. The reindeer were in superb condition and happy in their environment. Similarly, when out with the dog sleds the experience was magical. Two hours of beautiful scenery, and frozen lakes, finishing with a one-on-one experience massaging the dogs. Magic! We were so impressed with the care that was placed upon ensuring the dogs were comfortable, well-nourished and so loved by their owners/handlers.
Now to the photographic experience. A large group of us were treated to a demonstration of how to operate some serious camera equipment with tripod. Each of us was loaned the camera and given assistance setting up the camera on a frozen lake in preparation for the appearance of the Northern Lights. We were taken to this lake on large wooden sleighs pulled by a snowmobile. We cannot speak too highly of the two young men who accompanied us on this experience. They could not do enough for us. They were there to offer assistance with our cameras throughout the two-plus hours we were on this beautiful lake.
They advised where to position the camera and when the Lights appeared, what a performance. We had a two-hour display of this most breathtaking phenomenon. We were so fortunate to be able to experience this once-in-a-lifetime occurrence for which we are so grateful. We will never forget this memorable holiday and cannot thank you and everyone who assisted in making a lifetime dream come true. Karen & Andrew Adamson
Andy Adamson
My daughter and I had an amazing time on our trip, we didn’t want it to end! Everything went according to plan, each excursion was well organized and everyone involved with each activity, as well as everyone at the lodge was kind, friendly, positive and happy, which makes such a difference to your whole experience. The food at The Abisko Mountain Lodge was also incredibly good. Our room was large, comfortable and well-furnished. The bathroom too was also spacious and well-equipped. The outdoor clothing provided was of very good quality which kept us warm, and the staff members are happy to change items if they are not quite the right size for you. This is my second trip with Weekend a la carte and I’m sure there will be more as I have complete trust in them. I highly recommend Aurora Nights, it was fabulous.
Jane Ashworth
Brilliant short break. Hotel Ranga was lovely, excellent food. Managed to see the Northern Lights as well! Iceland on the whole was quite expensive but a lovely place to visit, the people were very friendly.
Linda Palmer
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