Combining two countries – Norway and Finland - you'll stay in new boutique Hotel Cahkal, situated in Finnish Lapland in a prime Northern Lights location.
The trip will start off with a night in Norway’s ‘Paris of the North’, Tromso, where you will begin your hunt for the Aurora before journeying across the border to the new Boutique Hotel Cahkal in Finland.
This is a fantastic location in Kilpisjärvi and you will be based here taking part in various activities and enjoying the stunning views around you. The location is perfect forNorthern Lights hunting as it is located just north east of Abisko, which is known as one of the best places to see the Northern Lights in Europe.
Location
Finland
Duration
4 Nights
Available dates
Dec - Mar
Price per person (excl. flights)
from £2,500
Overview
Highlights
- 4 Night Break staying in Tromso and Cahkal Boutique Hotel
- A Night in Norway’s Paris of the North
- Mixing activities and relaxation in the this new Boutique Hotel
- Spot the Northern Lights from your hotel
- Option to extend your stay in Tromso and travel across another border into Sweden
What’s included
- All transfers included
- 1 Night in Tromso on a Bed and Breakfast Basis
- 3 Nights package at Cahkal Boutique Hotel on a Full Board Basis
- Mix of excursions and relaxation (4 excursions included)
- Option to extend your stay
A note on flights
While flights are not included in the holiday price, our team will happily provide a quote and arrange them for you. Simply ask one of our Travel Experts for details of the available options.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Tromso
Arrive into Tromso and depending on what you flight you get you might be able to squeeze in an evening excursion to kick-start your Northern Lights hunting holiday.
Day 2
Transfer to Kilpisjarvi
Spend the morning exploring the thriving city of Tromso before getting your shared transfer to the stunning new Boutique Hotel Cahkal, a 2.5-hour transfer from Tromso to Kilpisjarvi. Upon arrival, take the time to relax and enjoy your new surroundings.
Day 3
Northern Lights Hunting
During the day you can get used to your new surroundings and exploring the area. There is a sauna you can book onsite which can be upgraded to a private option. Then in the evening you can get ready for an exhilarating night in the enchanting Kilpisjärvi village, where the stunning Northern Lights take center stage when the night sky is at its clearest and most vibrant!
Nestled at the crossroads of maritime and continental climates, Kilpisjärvi boasts a unique meteorological advantage that gifts us with frequent, crystal-clear skies – the perfect canvas for the breathtaking spectacle of the Northern Lights.
You’ll embark on a thrilling adventure through the white snowy forests, a magical realm where every step is a journey into wonder. As you traverse this winter wonderland, your senses will be tantalised by the alluring aroma of hot beverages, lovingly brewed to warm your heart and hands.
Day 4
Across Three Borders
Today you will take part in an epic snowmobile trip that takes you to the three borders of Scandinavia. You will snowmobile across to the three corners of Scandinavia as you discover the northernmost points of Norway, Sweden, and Finland. Brace yourself for some incredible scenery in this highly sought-after activity.
In the evening enjoy a delicious 3-course meal before potentially catching the Northern Lights from outside your hotel.
Day 5
Dog Sledding and Return Home
Today you will be transferred back to Tromso airport for your flight home. But before you go, you will finish off the trip with some Husky Sledding, ensuring you complete all of the best activities when visiting Scandinavia.
Where You'll Stay
Cahkal Hotel
Cahkal Hotel is nestled in the heart of Finnish Lapland, seamlessly blending modern design with Nordic hospitality. With five distinct room types across two buildings, each space offers breathtaking mountain views through expansive windows that bring the outdoors into your room.
Every room at Cahkal Hotel is thoughtfully equipped with drying cabinets, hair dryers, and complimentary Wi-Fi. To enhance your comfort, blackout curtains, air conditioning, and soundproofing acoustics ensure a peaceful retreat by minimizing external noise. This boutique hotel is strategically located 400 kilometers above the Arctic Circle, marking the northwesternmost point of Finland near the Arctic Ocean. Ideal for experiential travelers, we offer unforgettable experiences and relaxed luxury in a truly unique and pristine arctic wilderness setting.
Enjoy the local delicacies at Aika Kitchen & Bar and unwind on the terrace, taking in the view while listening to the soothing sounds of the Cahkal River. Relax in the sauna and steam room with views overlooking the breathtaking Saana moutain. The arctic ambiance pervades every corner of the hotel, offering the perfect spot for solo travelers, romantic getaways, or group trips with friends.
Scandic Ishavshotel Tromso
The Scandic Ishavshotel is on a picturesque waterside location in Tromsø, which is often referred to as the Paris of the North, and offers stunning views of the harbour and city. It is located only 50 metres from the Hurtigruten ferry and 4 minutes from the Polar Museum. It has easy access to the pier where most boating trips depart from.
Almost all rooms at the Scandic Ishavshotel are located at the very end of the quay and provide panoramic views whilst there are excellent Restaurant and Bar facilities.
For a relaxing drink visit the Roast Bar, located right by the water and offering views of the Tromsø Bridge and a famous architectural landmark, the Arctic Cathedral.
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Reviews
See what our clients say
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
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
We enjoyed both the hotels that were arranged by weekend a la Carte Aurora nights. The Porsmork trip was very enjoyable, both guides were fantastic and informative.
The Northern Light hunt trip out of Reykjavik with Superjeep was an adventure and we got to see the lights, worth braving the cold at -6.
David Rogers
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
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
An excellent holiday which was enjoyed by all. The super jeep ride on the second day to the Eyjafjallajokull volcano was memorable and thanks to our driver Margaret who proved to be a really good guide. We thoroughly enjoyed the facilities in the hotel Ranga. The staff were very helpful and we managed to see the Northern Lights. The Hotel Reykjavik Centrum was very nice with amazingly helpful staff. All in all, the whole holiday was brilliant.
Brian Coombs
Thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The Abisko Mountain Lodge was fantastic, every member of staff was friendly welcoming and charming. Accommodation, upgraded room was excellent. The food in the lodge definitely deserves the high reviews. Good breakfast, great hime made lunch soups and extremely tasty evening dinners.
The included trips were great. The only let down was the camera night, couldn’t see the lights no one fault, but we were walked through thigh high snow to be left on a frozen lake for the duration of the trip. There was no warning of the difficult walk and we had a 91 year old with us and I have hip problems! That said the guide was great, as were the ones on the skimobile and husky rides. We went up to the sky station in a snow storm with high winds, added to the experience!
Would go back in a heart beat.
We had little communication with Weekend a la carte, no need as all communications were clear and contained all the information we needed. Very informative emails
Would use again if going back
June Day
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