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Swedish Lapland
Northern Lights Holidays
to Swedish Lapland
Abisko Northern Lights Holidays
Travel to Abisko National Park — a land of lakes, mountains and pine-forested valleys — and one of the best places to see the Northern Lights.
Classic short breaks in Sweden
Experience the magic of the Arctic on a short getaway to Swedish Lapland, with up to four days of outdoor adventure and aurora hunting.
Exclusive Northern Lights holidays in Sweden
Embark on a luxury Northern Lights holiday to Swedish Lapland, staying in exceptional accommodation and enjoying private tour experiences.
Aurora Nights
Frequently asked questions
Where is Swedish Lapland?
Lapland is a region in the Arctic Circle. It includes parts of Sweden, Finland and Norway.
Swedish Lapland is in northern Sweden. It stretches from Lulea, a coastal town in the northeast of Sweden, to Abisko, which sits close to the border with Norway.
Is Sweden a good place to see the northern lights?
A large part of Swedish Lapland sits in the aurora belt. This is where you’ll find destinations like Abisko, Kiruna and Lulea.
These places are surrounded by wilderness and have very little light pollution. They also have long winter nights. So they’re some of the best places in the world to see the northern lights.
Can you guarantee that I’ll see the northern lights on Sweden aurora tours?
Unfortunately, there are no guarantees. Weather conditions and solar activity are variable. But you do have a very high chance of seeing the aurora borealis in Swedish Lapland. And we do everything we can to maximise those chances.
On an Aurora Nights trip you get aurora wake-up calls. You stay in hotels out in the Swedish wilderness where the northern lights are brightest.
You also go on exciting night time adventures with expert aurora guides. Our guides have unbeatable local knowledge. And they’ll keep a close eye on weather and aurora forecasts so, when the northern lights do make an appearance, you’ll be in the right place to see them.
Read more: Chances of seeing the northern lights
What can you see and do on a Sweden northern lights holiday?
Relaxation. Outdoor adventure. Fine dining. Spectacular natural landscapes. And the aurora borealis overhead. There’s so much to see and do on a Swedish Lapland break.
Depending on your tour and the time of year you visit, you can enjoy activities like these:
- Go ice climbing on a frozen waterfall. Ski and skate your way across the icy sea. Or try your hand at ice fishing.
- Sample Swedish cuisine on an aurora wilderness dinner, out on a frozen lake with the starlit sky and (hopefully) the aurora borealis above.
- Get up close with Arctic animals. Learn the art of mushing on a husky sled, go on a moose safari and take a reindeer sleigh ride through snowy landscapes.
- Embark on snowmobile adventures. Venture above the treeline and onto the Arctic tundra. Or head up to the top of Mount Ednamvarri, a great place to catch a glimpse of the northern lights.
- Warm up after winter activities in a private hot tub under the stars. Enjoy traditional Swedish sauna culture. Or treat yourself to a relaxing Swedish massage.
- Go on an aurora photography adventure, with all the kit and expert guidance you need to take beautiful photographs of the northern lights as they dance across the sky.
When is the best time to visit Swedish Lapland?
You can see the northern lights in Swedish Lapland any time from September to March.
In September and October, the landscape blazes with golden autumn colours. From November to March, Swedish Lapland is snowy and cold.
Long nights increase your chances of seeing the aurora. So a winter break is best if seeing the northern lights is your priority. You can even book a northern lights holiday for Christmas or New Year.
If you’re unsure when to visit Swedish Lapland, just get in touch with our team. Tell us what you want to do on your Swedish Lapland aurora trip and we’ll recommend the best month to visit.
What accommodation options are there on a Swedish Lapland holiday?
Hotels in Sweden are like nothing else. Traditional Swedish cottages. Log cabins with their own private hot tubs. Tipis with glass roofs and panoramic windows.
A few standout options? Get closer to the aurora at the Aurora Sky Station atop Mount Nuolja. Spend an unforgettable night in Sweden’s Icehotel. Or stay in one of the unique treehouse rooms at the Treehotel.
Whether you’re travelling with family, as a couple or as a group, we can book accommodation that perfectly fits your requirements.
Why book your Swedish Lapland northern lights tour with Aurora Nights?
When you book a northern lights trip with Aurora Nights, you can count on:
- Tailored trips — we want you to remember your holiday in Sweden forever, so we create bespoke trips tailored to your interests, budget and schedule
- Exceptional experiences — the Aurora Nights team has in-depth knowledge of Swedish Lapland, so our bespoke itineraries are constantly updated to include the very best of the region
- Experienced local guides — our Swedish guides, many of whom we’ve worked with for over a decade, are experts on the local landscape, culture and the aurora
- A hassle-free holiday — the Aurora Nights team takes care of holiday organisation so you can relax and look forward to your northern lights adventure
Whether you book a classic short break, an exclusive aurora holiday to Sweden or an Abisko northern lights holiday, the Aurora Nights team promise to make it extra special.
What’s included in northern lights holiday packages to Sweden?
Each of our northern lights holiday packages to Sweden includes:
- Accommodation
- Transfers
- Half-board or full-board dining
- Arctic clothing for the duration of your trip
- Your choice of guided Arctic activities
We can tailor almost every Swedish Lapland holiday package. So let us know if you have your heart set on a particular activity, accommodation or destination.
Please note, flights are not included in our holiday packages. But we do offer advice on the best airlines and airports to use when travelling to Swedish Lapland from the UK or USA.
What should I wear on a northern lights holiday to Swedish Lapland?
In winter months, temperatures in Swedish Lapland don’t rise above freezing. So you should wear warm, comfortable clothing.
We provide Arctic outerwear, including a snow jacket, thermal overalls, snow boots and Arctic gloves.
We recommend that you bring thermals and lots of warm layers. A hat or a head warmer, gloves and warm socks are essential. And you’ll need your own winter coat for arrival and departure.
Read more: What to wear on a northern lights trip
Can I combine a trip to Swedish Lapland with other destinations?
Absolutely. The Aurora Nights team can tailor a northern lights holiday in Sweden to meet your requirements. If you want to book a longer aurora trip, we can plan a holiday that includes Swedish Lapland and any of our other destinations:
- Northern lights holidays in Iceland
- Northern lights holidays in Finland
- Northern lights holidays in Norway
Just tell us where you’d like to go and we can suggest some itineraries.
How do I book my Sweden northern lights holiday?
Start by contacting the friendly Aurora Nights team. You can send us an email, give us a call or fill in the website form. We’ll then chat about dates, accommodation, activities and budget. And plan the Sweden aurora holiday you’ve been dreaming of.
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Cannot thank this company enough. Our break to Iceland was the second time we’ve let them organise everything for us and once again they didn’t disappoint. Everything ran seamlessly and the organised tours were wonderful. This company knows what they are doing. If you want to experience the geysers, the volcano, the northern lights and all the other exciting things that Iceland has to offer then this is the company to use.
Carol Wrack
We have never before experienced such friendly and simultaneously professional service! Alex’s communication was super prompt, questions encouraged and welcomed and attended to with great care and detail. Everything was well organised and available on beautifully designed and very useful platforms. Our destination (Mattarahkka Northern Lights Lodge) was fabulous on so many different levels – exquisite views, friendly interactions from everyone on the team, great food, exciting activities, perfectly situated to see the northern lights (seen twice in 4 nights’ stay), a great fire place, and not to mention our fantastic guide Fabio. Their provision of winter kit (hats, down jacket, snow trousers, leather gloves and boots) offered everything we needed to be comfortable outside. All we needed to have packed really were base layers, a few layers of clothing and woollen socks. Defintely somewhere we would highly recommend and return to when possible!
Inge Elliott
A well organised trip which was tailored to our specific requests. The arrangements all ran perfectly and any queries prior to the holiday were handled very quickly and professionally. The standard of accommodation and organised tours was very high. I would use this company again and recommend them.
Iain Baxter
Fantastic service, with every detail taken care of and communicated to your agencies and hotels. Would definitely recommend and will be using again.
Robin Higginson
We had a wonderful time! The food at the lodge was amazing and there were some great vegetarian dishes. I had the best beetroot I’ve ever had (beetroot tartare).
Everyone was really friendly and all the guides were good fun and very knowledgeable.
A special thanks to William and Petri who were really friendly and really added a personal touch to our trip. The activities were really well planned and we especially enjoyed the trip with the huskies. The area we were in is stunning and the lodge was very nice. We would definitely recommend this to friends and family.
Fiona Green
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
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
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
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