Exclusive aurora holidays 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.

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?

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.

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.

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?

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.

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?

• Northern lights holidays to Sweden
• Northern lights holidays to Norway
• Northern lights holidays to Iceland

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

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.

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.