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 boasts some of the most breathtaking vistas you'll ever encounter.
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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.
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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 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 aurora 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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We booked with Aurora for a short winter break to celebrate an event. We wanted something special and that’s what we got. Clear information was backed up with straightforward booking detail, and we had a super, holiday with no complications.
The holiday exceeded my expectations and I will use Aurora in the future. Thank you!
David Foley
Thank you for arranging a fabulous holiday, we had a really enjoyable time and would love to return in the future. Hotel Ranga is a lovely place to stay and the owner greeted guests in the restaurant, which was an unexpected welcoming touch. We didn’t see the Northern Lights due to the weather and the trip to the Eyjafjallajokull glacier and volcano was substituted by an excursion to Thorsmork, also due to the weather, which we thoroughly enjoyed; the brochure description doesn’t do it justice. We found Iceland and the people there really charismatic. Although the wind and snow cut short the amount of travelling we could do, we still covered a reasonable amount of what we wanted to see and our appetites are whetted for a return, perhaps in Spring or Summer. We found a couple of great places to eat near the Hotel in Reykjavik. Messin does tasty fish dishes and the Icelandic Street Food restaurant was excellent, offering simple but hearty soups with refills included in the price – great value.
Nigel Goadsby
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
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
A fantastic short break which fulfilled all expectations. Well organised with a polished delivery, we could not have asked for more. The accommodation was perfect for us and the guides knowledgeable and helpful. Every day was packed with adventure, each lasting longer than scheduled but we were never rushed; the guides took pride in showing and explaining their beautiful country. We would certainly use Weekend a la carte again and recommend them to others.
Carol Mumford
Hotel Ranga was perfect, with amazing food. It is in the middle of nowhere, very quiet and with the weather being bad there wasn’t the possibility of leaving the hotel in the evening so mightn’t suit all for that reason. Super Jeep tour we thoroughly enjoyed with 2 lovely guides.
Hotel Borg was in the perfect location. For us, one night in Reykjavik would be ample.
Blue Lagoon was a wonderful experience only heightened by the appearance of the northern lights on our walk home from dinner. All in all we had the best holiday and we plan to return to Iceland hopefully sooner rather than later.
Lisa McAleer
Overall very good. Staff excellent and helpful. Accomodation basic but was what we expected. Tour guides very good (nature walks, snow mobiles, dog sleighs). Sky station disappointing as we never got to go up due to the weather and this seem to be a recurring feature.The alternative walk at night and meal was a let down as a result.Overall would recommend to others.
John Kirby
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
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