Our 4 night ICE HOTEL and Complete Winter experience combines staying 2 nights at the Original ICEHOTEL with 2 nights at our exclusive Máttaráhkká Northern Lights Lodge.
This action packed break ensures you get to enjoy all aspects of the ICEHOTEL & complement this with a host of the best winter experiences.
Husky Sledding in a remote river valley with not a soul in sight, Snowmobiling in pristine wilderness to a secret lake to try your hand at Ice Fishing, aurora chasing, and time to relax in an ‘aurora hot tub’ with 360 degree views of the night sky!
We can provide Private Airport Transfers to and from the ICEHOTEL
Alternatively you can have a private husky sled tour transfer to the ICEHOTEL
Upgrade is possible to a Deluxe Art Suites at the ICEHOTEL, with their luxurious en suite bathrooms.
We can offer private snowmobile and sled dog safaris whilst staying at any of our Kiruna Hotels, including the ICEHOTEL.
Fly to Kiruna in Swedish Lapland where, on arrival, you will be transferred to the ICEHOTEL. Here you will be provided with the use of Protective Arctic Outdoor Clothing: Thermal Jacket, Trousers, Snowboots, Hat & Gloves.
Spend the afternoon exploring the ICEHOTEL before then having dinner and then checking into your Art Suite for the evening.
This evening we will book you a table at the ICEHOTEL restaurant.
Meals included: None
After breakfast you will have some time to explore the ICEHOTEL and its surroundings before then meeting with your guide for a day trip out learning to mush with your own team of dogs. You will head out into the wilderness getting to experience the way of a musher’s life before then stopping for lunch and then getting transferred back from the kennels to the ICEHOTEL.
You can then check-in into your warm accommodation and have a bit of timeout before preparing for your next adventure!
In the evening you will head out another adventure – this time by Snowmobile as you head out to see if you find the Northern Lights. Along the way, you will stop off at a cabin for dinner before then heading back under the night sky and getting a good night’s sleep in your warm accommodation.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Deluxe Suites are individually designed and sculpted thematic suites. The artists, perhaps from Sweden, Germany, UK or the US have been picked from over two-hundred applicants and invited to make the suite you’ll be sleeping in. Each suite is unique and has never been created before.
The Big Benefit is that you have your own private heated bathroom and relaxation space directly connected to the bedroom. The relaxation area also provides storage for your belongings while the suite has a door with lock so you have total privacy.
You also have a glass of champagne awaiting you so as to get your unique experience off to a special start.
Upgrade Cost: From £85 – £180 per person per night depending on season of travel and deluxe art suite chosen.
Many of our clients return from their holiday and feedback to us that they would like to have spent more time with Ylva and her dogs. So we have arranged for you to have this opportunity.
After your morning tour and lunch in the family home embark upon an afternoon husky sled adventure in this magical part of Swedish Lapland. This will also allow you to get to know the dogs better and build a rapport with these incredible animals. You will also be able to witness at closer quarters the special relationship Ylva has with the dogs. If you have been to a husky kennel before you will know just how calm and unique Husky Home is!
This certainly make the most of this day of your holiday and will leave you with a host of memories.
Cost £ 120 per person
Includes: Your own sled dog team for 2 people. Return transfer to your lodge /hotel
After Lunch check out from the ICEHOTEL and pick up by Andreas Mikko who will transfer you to your base for the next two nights, the 7-room boutique Máttaráhkká Northern Lights Lodge.
This wonderful Lodge situated with far reaching views towards the Abisko Alps is the perfect complement to the ICEHOTEL and with only 7 rooms it has a ‘home away from home’ atmosphere.
After check-in you will meet and gree the team then get kitted out with your arctic winter outer clothing.
You can relax or explore your new surroundings before enjoying a magical evening at the lodge with dinner in the tipi located outside the beautiful Lodge Máttaráhkka. When the time is right you will drive a snowmobile to the top of Mt.Ednavaara which offers great views over the mountain range away from the light pollution.
The guide will bring a camera and takes pictures throughout the entire evening for your memories.
Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner
A wonderfully relaxing evening hopefully seeing the Northern Lights at Mattarahkka Sami Lodge. After an excellent 3-course Lappish dinner spend time in the roof-top hot tub from where you can relax and enjoy the star filled night sky and with a little luck even see the Northern Lights dancing above you. Although the temperature outside is below zero, you will be really warm in the hot tub. If the 35-40 degree Celsius water isn´t enough enjoy a warm sauna in the special relaxation zone.
You get a 1 hour private use of the hot tub.
Price per person: £95 includes: sauna, hot tub , towel, robe and slippers
The Aurora Hunt by dogsled is the perfect way to increase your chances of spotting the often exclusive Northern Lights. Immerse yourself in the dark wintry nights of Lapland and escape the city lights by sitting on a big sled pulled by a team of excitable yet friendly Alaskan Huskies. The trail winds its way through pine and birch forest down to the famous Torne River where you can see the night sky stretching far in front of you.
At the half way point stop at a traditional Sami-style lávvu ( tepee), for a warming drink and a popular Swedish snack. Here you can choose to take comfort and warmth from the open fire or, if luck is on your side, you can marvel at the display of Aurora Borealis outside.
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Price: £120 person
Includes: Transfer, guide, appropriate warm clothing, coffee/tea and “fika” snack
Join in on an exciting hunt for the northern lights by snowmobile. From Máttaráhkká Northern Lights Lodge ride out into the polar night to get a glimpse of the mythical light phenomena. During the trip take a break out in the wilderness and enjoy a light snack and hot drink.
Duration: 2 hours
Price: £165 per person (2 people/snowmobile)
Includes: Guide, appropriate warm clothing, coffee/tea, home made cake and sandwich
Additional charge for one snowmobile per person £100 per person
This evening enjoy dinner cooked over the fire in the tepee situated in the lodge’s grounds before embarking on an aurora chase with one of the guides. This minibus chase will take you to one of various viewing locations depending on the where the guides believe the best chances of seeing the lights are.
This evening could be moved to another night in your programme if the guides feel your chances of seeing the aurora are better served.
Price per person: £140
Includes: Camera for use (1 per couple) vehicle and guide. You need to take SD card with you.
After breakfast get ready and geared up for a full day of snowmobiling on a unique and well-executed snowmobile safari which will take you cruising around Lapland.
Heading out on a snowmobile you will be taken above the tree line and up to the top of Lapland to discover a perfect viewpoint. Along the way you will get to try out some traditional ice fishing and make some coffee over a crackling fire to experience an outdoor Swedish Fika.
Back at the lodge, you will be served a 2-course lunch from the local kitchen.
This evening is all about relaxing and enjoying the local cuisine. You’ll be served a 3-course dinner during the evening and when the night is over we can guarantee that you will feel both relaxed and get a good night’s sleep.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
This evening enjoy dinner cooked over the fire in the tepee situated in the lodge’s grounds before embarking on an aurora chase with one of the guides. This minibus chase will take you to one of various viewing locations depending on the where the guides believe the best chances of seeing the lights are.
This evening could be moved to another night in your programme if the guides feel your chances of seeing the aurora are better served.
Price per person: £140
Includes: Camera for use (1 per couple) vehicle and guide. You need to take SD card with you.
The Aurora Hunt by dogsled is the perfect way to increase your chances of spotting the often exclusive Northern Lights. Immerse yourself in the dark wintry nights of Lapland and escape the city lights by sitting on a big sled pulled by a team of excitable yet friendly Alaskan Huskies. The trail winds its way through pine and birch forest down to the famous Torne River where you can see the night sky stretching far in front of you.
At the half way point stop at a traditional Sami-style lávvu ( tepee), for a warming drink and a popular Swedish snack. Here you can choose to take comfort and warmth from the open fire or, if luck is on your side, you can marvel at the display of Aurora Borealis outside.
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Price: £120 person
Includes: Transfer, guide, appropriate warm clothing, coffee/tea and “fika” snack
A wonderfully relaxing evening hopefully seeing the Northern Lights at Mattarahkka Sami Lodge. After an excellent 3-course Lappish dinner spend time in the roof-top hot tub from where you can relax and enjoy the star filled night sky and with a little luck even see the Northern Lights dancing above you. Although the temperature outside is below zero, you will be really warm in the hot tub. If the 35-40 degree Celsius water isn´t enough enjoy a warm sauna in the special relaxation zone.
You get a 1 hour private use of the hot tub.
Price per person: £95 includes: sauna, hot tub , towel, robe and slippers
Join in on an exciting hunt for the northern lights by snowmobile. From Máttaráhkká Northern Lights Lodge ride out into the polar night to get a glimpse of the mythical light phenomena. During the trip take a break out in the wilderness and enjoy a light snack and hot drink.
Duration: 2 hours
Price: £165 per person (2 people/snowmobile)
Includes: Guide, appropriate warm clothing, coffee/tea, home made cake and sandwich
Additional charge for one snowmobile per person £100 per person
Breakfast and at leisure to explore around the lodge or perhaps try out a pair of snowshoes or Cross Country skis.
Transfer to the airport for your flight home or perhaps consider extending your trip to see Stockholm, Scandinavia’s capital city.
Take a look at our other breaks that include The ICEHOTEL
We have an extensive Northern Lights Information Hub if you need further information on anything from What are the Northern Lights? to Where can I see them? and when is the best time to see them?
Meals included: Breakfast
Stockholm is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and always rates in the top 10 most desirable cities in the world to live in. It is also the perfect place to ‘top or tail’ your break to see the northern lights.
The old town in Stockholm is very picturesque and compact and can be done in a full day. Your time will be spent exploring some fascinating landmarks. The VASA museum is world class, the Nobel museum of local interest and for ABBA fans ABBA interactive museum.You will stay in the Rival Hotel owned by Benny Anderson of ABBA fame. The hotel is an excellent 4* hotel in a quiet square but within walking distance of the old town.
We make it easy by including private return airport transfers in the package!
Costs:
£255 per person for Standard room ( weekend rate) £50 (supplement for week days)
£298 per person for Superior room (weekend rate) £60 (supplement for week days)
£395 per person for Deluxe Room (weekend rate) £65 (supplement for week days)
Includes: 2 nights – bed and breakfast, private airport transfers to and from Arlanda airport
The Original ICEHOTEL is situated in Jukassjarvi Swedish Lapland and is a feat of engineering and artistic creation. We recommend staying in an Art Suite to appreciate the full ICEHOTEL experience and our itineraries feature these rooms as standard. They cost a little more but add hugely to your appreciation of this Once in a Lifetime experience.
The ICEHOTEL consists of 2 structures - the temporary hotel is rebuilt each year from blocks of ice harvested from the Torne river which runs adjacent to the IceHotel. These blocks are stored for the summer in a huge warehouse and as the late Autumn temperature in Jukkasjärvi drops below zero ice artists arrive from all over the world to build this magnificent creation. They build the 4 levels of rooms, the ice chapel and the ice bar. Their art is created with imagination and hard work, only to melt away under the unforgiving rays of the spring sun.
The new ICEHOTEL 365 is a permanent ICEHOTEL and a feat of engineering which offers visitors the chance of staying the whole year round. It houses both Art suites and the Deluxe Art Suites (which we offer as an upgrade) with their luxury en suite bathrooms. It is also home to the celebrated ICEBAR.
You have your own private locker room where you can change and leave your bags whilst having access to the adjacent service block where there are saunas, toilets and showers.
Wake up to a hot Lingonberry juice served in your room prior to the very substantial ICEHOTEL breakfast served in the main restaurant.
For Dinner the ICEHOTEL has 2 restaurants, one serving gourmet food, whilst the more informal Homestead restaurant serves hearty traditional food.
Situated within the ICEHOTEL complex are three accommodation options that offer both comfort and warmth!
Kaamos Rooms - Perfect for couples these rooms are spacious and comfortable with a calm feel. Natural materials are complemented by organic shades of white, grey and brown that tone into the colours of Lapland. Kaamos have 2 beds side by side, desk and a seating area with two armchairs and a small coffee table. The hallway and en-suite tiled bathroom have heated stone floors. Each room has two floor-to-ceiling corner windows that let in plenty of light and overlook spruce and birch growing wild
Nordic Chalets - These apartments have two bedrooms, a kitchenette and a simple lounge area, ideal for family or friends sharing. The décor is calm and classic Scandinavian, with white-washed wooden panel walls, birch wood details, heated tiled floors and shades of natural shades of grey, white and brown.
The apartment is spacious with two bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with a bunk bed, and sleeps four. There is also a small lounge and kitchenette and heated tiled flooring in the hallway, lounge and bedrooms.
Arctic Chalets - have a rustic character, with pine wood paneled walls, tiled floors and birchwood details complemented by shades of dark blue, grey and white. The master bedroom is furnished with a comfortable Carpe Diem Bed (160 x 200 cm). There is also one single bedroom, a small lounge, kitchenette and a bathroom with shower.
We are proud to offer this small intimate lodge, run by one of our long standing partners, Andreas Mikko, for exclusive use by our clients.
This 7 room intimate lodge is situated in a super location on a slight elevation with magnificent views across the arctic tundra to the Abisko alps. The emphasis at the lodge is on two elements, Sami culture and ensuring you have the best chance of seeing the northern lights.
This small intimate lodge used to be a Sami handicraft centre until the owners had the idea to turn it into an exclusive retreat. With only 7 bedrooms and an open plan lounge and dining room, the emphasis is on relaxing in a cosy environment. The rooms have a downstairs en-suite room with a staircase leading to a loft sitting room.
If you are a group of 8 or more friends or family traveling together and wish to have the lodge privately please let us know. This is a great way of celebrating a big birthday or wedding anniversary
The lodge has a fabulous sauna and a very unusual northern lights hot tub on the roof where you can star gaze or hunt for the Aurora. (This carries an extra charge).
Other benefits of a stay here mean that you can snowmobile straight from your doorstep into the Arctic wilderness.
Evenings are focused on good food, relaxation and the Northern Lights so if you are looking for a 'home away from home' experience then look no further.
For those clients wishing to stay in Stockholm overnight we recommend the Rival Hotel. The Rival has its own cinema built 1937 where film previews, concerts and other events are held.
Located at the Mariatorget park on the South Island within short walking distance from the Old Town and 3 stops on the subway from the Central Railway Station.
When opening a decade ago the Rival was widely hailed as Stockholm’s first boutique hotel. Some things have changed since but Rival continues to exude charm and often takes the top spot on Tripadvisor.
The hotel has 7 floors of comfortable rooms. Birch panelling keeps decoration light although in contrast to many other Scandinavian boutique hotels the Rival uses colours and heavy fabrics in a stylish Art Deco-way. The furniture consists mostly of design classics from well-known names such as Claesson and Erik Gunnar Asplund. Portraits of movie stars adorn the comfortable guestrooms. All rooms have 32-inch plasma TV, DVD, iPod dock and Wi-Fi. The front desk has a large collection of DVDs available free to guests.
Little touches are evident throughout the decor and with its cafe and restaurant we think its the best hotel to offer our guests!
The Deluxe Suites are individually designed and sculpted thematic suites. The artists, perhaps from Sweden, Germany, UK or the US have been picked from over two-hundred applicants and invited to make the suite you’ll be sleeping in. Each suite is unique and has never been created before.
The Big Benefit is that you have your own private heated bathroom and relaxation space directly connected to the bedroom. The relaxation area also provides storage for your belongings while the suite has a door with lock so you have total privacy.
You also have a glass of champagne awaiting you so as to get your unique experience off to a special start.
Upgrade Cost: From £85 – £180 per person per night depending on season of travel and deluxe art suite chosen.
Many of our clients return from their holiday and feedback to us that they would like to have spent more time with Ylva and her dogs. So we have arranged for you to have this opportunity.
After your morning tour and lunch in the family home embark upon an afternoon husky sled adventure in this magical part of Swedish Lapland. This will also allow you to get to know the dogs better and build a rapport with these incredible animals. You will also be able to witness at closer quarters the special relationship Ylva has with the dogs. If you have been to a husky kennel before you will know just how calm and unique Husky Home is!
This certainly make the most of this day of your holiday and will leave you with a host of memories.
Cost £ 120 per person
Includes: Your own sled dog team for 2 people. Return transfer to your lodge /hotel
A wonderfully relaxing evening hopefully seeing the Northern Lights at Mattarahkka Sami Lodge. After an excellent 3-course Lappish dinner spend time in the roof-top hot tub from where you can relax and enjoy the star filled night sky and with a little luck even see the Northern Lights dancing above you. Although the temperature outside is below zero, you will be really warm in the hot tub. If the 35-40 degree Celsius water isn´t enough enjoy a warm sauna in the special relaxation zone.
You get a 1 hour private use of the hot tub.
Price per person: £95 includes: sauna, hot tub , towel, robe and slippers
The Aurora Hunt by dogsled is the perfect way to increase your chances of spotting the often exclusive Northern Lights. Immerse yourself in the dark wintry nights of Lapland and escape the city lights by sitting on a big sled pulled by a team of excitable yet friendly Alaskan Huskies. The trail winds its way through pine and birch forest down to the famous Torne River where you can see the night sky stretching far in front of you.
At the half way point stop at a traditional Sami-style lávvu ( tepee), for a warming drink and a popular Swedish snack. Here you can choose to take comfort and warmth from the open fire or, if luck is on your side, you can marvel at the display of Aurora Borealis outside.
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Price: £120 person
Includes: Transfer, guide, appropriate warm clothing, coffee/tea and “fika” snack
Join in on an exciting hunt for the northern lights by snowmobile. From Máttaráhkká Northern Lights Lodge ride out into the polar night to get a glimpse of the mythical light phenomena. During the trip take a break out in the wilderness and enjoy a light snack and hot drink.
Duration: 2 hours
Price: £165 per person (2 people/snowmobile)
Includes: Guide, appropriate warm clothing, coffee/tea, home made cake and sandwich
Additional charge for one snowmobile per person £100 per person
This evening enjoy dinner cooked over the fire in the tepee situated in the lodge’s grounds before embarking on an aurora chase with one of the guides. This minibus chase will take you to one of various viewing locations depending on the where the guides believe the best chances of seeing the lights are.
This evening could be moved to another night in your programme if the guides feel your chances of seeing the aurora are better served.
Price per person: £140
Includes: Camera for use (1 per couple) vehicle and guide. You need to take SD card with you.
This evening enjoy dinner cooked over the fire in the tepee situated in the lodge’s grounds before embarking on an aurora chase with one of the guides. This minibus chase will take you to one of various viewing locations depending on the where the guides believe the best chances of seeing the lights are.
This evening could be moved to another night in your programme if the guides feel your chances of seeing the aurora are better served.
Price per person: £140
Includes: Camera for use (1 per couple) vehicle and guide. You need to take SD card with you.
The Aurora Hunt by dogsled is the perfect way to increase your chances of spotting the often exclusive Northern Lights. Immerse yourself in the dark wintry nights of Lapland and escape the city lights by sitting on a big sled pulled by a team of excitable yet friendly Alaskan Huskies. The trail winds its way through pine and birch forest down to the famous Torne River where you can see the night sky stretching far in front of you.
At the half way point stop at a traditional Sami-style lávvu ( tepee), for a warming drink and a popular Swedish snack. Here you can choose to take comfort and warmth from the open fire or, if luck is on your side, you can marvel at the display of Aurora Borealis outside.
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Price: £120 person
Includes: Transfer, guide, appropriate warm clothing, coffee/tea and “fika” snack
A wonderfully relaxing evening hopefully seeing the Northern Lights at Mattarahkka Sami Lodge. After an excellent 3-course Lappish dinner spend time in the roof-top hot tub from where you can relax and enjoy the star filled night sky and with a little luck even see the Northern Lights dancing above you. Although the temperature outside is below zero, you will be really warm in the hot tub. If the 35-40 degree Celsius water isn´t enough enjoy a warm sauna in the special relaxation zone.
You get a 1 hour private use of the hot tub.
Price per person: £95 includes: sauna, hot tub , towel, robe and slippers
Join in on an exciting hunt for the northern lights by snowmobile. From Máttaráhkká Northern Lights Lodge ride out into the polar night to get a glimpse of the mythical light phenomena. During the trip take a break out in the wilderness and enjoy a light snack and hot drink.
Duration: 2 hours
Price: £165 per person (2 people/snowmobile)
Includes: Guide, appropriate warm clothing, coffee/tea, home made cake and sandwich
Additional charge for one snowmobile per person £100 per person
Stockholm is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and always rates in the top 10 most desirable cities in the world to live in. It is also the perfect place to ‘top or tail’ your break to see the northern lights.
The old town in Stockholm is very picturesque and compact and can be done in a full day. Your time will be spent exploring some fascinating landmarks. The VASA museum is world class, the Nobel museum of local interest and for ABBA fans ABBA interactive museum.You will stay in the Rival Hotel owned by Benny Anderson of ABBA fame. The hotel is an excellent 4* hotel in a quiet square but within walking distance of the old town.
We make it easy by including private return airport transfers in the package!
Costs:
£255 per person for Standard room ( weekend rate) £50 (supplement for week days)
£298 per person for Superior room (weekend rate) £60 (supplement for week days)
£395 per person for Deluxe Room (weekend rate) £65 (supplement for week days)
Includes: 2 nights – bed and breakfast, private airport transfers to and from Arlanda airport
"Just to let you know Steven has just called us. He’s just come back from Lapland and wanted to feedback the following (his words): - Everything was absolutely fantastic - Everything was exactly as advertised - All went like clockwork - The guides were amazing and work hard - Only saw the Lights a little bit, but it was 4th place with the rest of the experiences even if the Lights had been better - Loved snowmobiling and huskies - Everything first class - Everyone in Lapland was singing your praises - Amazing trip".
"All the arrangements ran like clockwork and the team in Kiruna couldn't have been better - they ensured our stay was excellent and we were well looked after. It was a truly memorable trip which is just what we wanted, and it was so well organised we were stress-free".