New Years Eve Luxury Northern Lights Escape

@ Skýra Retreat

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Aurora Nights is an immersive winter journey through Finnish Lapland and Helsinki, combining Arctic adventure, deep relaxation and refined Nordic luxury. Beginning near Rovaniemi, guests stay at the exclusive Skyra Retreat, surrounded by frozen forests and Lake Norvajärvi, where wellness, Northern Lights viewing and authentic Lapland experiences take centre stage. Snowmobiling, reindeer safaris and private aurora hunting are balanced with unhurried days, saunas and seasonal dining.

The journey continues at the Glass Resort in Santa Claus Village, where glass roofed apartments and private hot tubs offer exceptional Northern Lights viewing from the comfort of your lodge.

The experience concludes in Finland’s elegant capital with an overnight stay at the iconic Hotel Kämp in Helsinki. This carefully paced itinerary is ideal for travellers seeking a luxurious Arctic escape, rich in nature, culture and unforgettable winter moments.

This journey blends iconic Lapland adventures with restorative downtime. Guests explore snowy wilderness by snowmobile, visit an authentic reindeer farm and enjoy a traditional reindeer safari.

Evenings are dedicated to Northern Lights viewing, including a private guided aurora tour and opportunities to watch the skies from glass roofed accommodation or private hot tubs. Ice fishing offers a hands on Arctic tradition, while free time allows for spa rituals, snowshoe walks and exploration of Santa Claus Village.

The experience finishes with relaxed city time in Helsinki, adding cultural contrast to the Arctic wilderness.

Location Finland

Duration 8 Nights

Available dates Dec - Mar

Price per person (excl. flights)

£13,883*

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Itinerary Inspiration

Day 1

Arrival in Lapland and Arctic Retreat Living

Arrive into Rovaniemi and enjoy a private transfer to Skyra Retreat in Rovaniemi, an intimate luxury hideaway set beside Lake Norvajärvi. After checking into your Mökki Log Suite, the afternoon is yours to unwind, explore the peaceful surroundings or enjoy the sauna. A seasonal three course dinner is served in the evening, followed by time to relax under the Arctic sky with the possibility of spotting the Northern Lights.

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Day 2

Snowmobile Adventure and New Year Celebrations

After a table served breakfast, head out on an exhilarating snowmobile experience through Lapland’s winter landscapes. The afternoon is free to enjoy the retreat’s wellness facilities, snowshoe trails and quiet surroundings. As evening falls, celebrate New Year’s Eve with music, festive atmosphere and fireworks, creating a memorable start to the year in the Arctic.

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Day 3

New Year at Leisure Under Arctic Skies

Begin the year with a relaxed breakfast before enjoying a full day at leisure. This is an ideal time to embrace the calm pace of Skyra Retreat, indulge in wellness rituals or simply enjoy the snowy scenery. In the evening, a three course dinner is served, followed by another opportunity to watch for the Northern Lights in serene surroundings.

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Day 4

Reindeer Encounters and Private Aurora Hunting

After breakfast, visit an authentic reindeer farm to learn about traditional Lapland life before enjoying a reindeer safari through snowy forests. The afternoon is free to relax back at the retreat. In the evening, enjoy dinner before setting out on a private Northern Lights tour, guided by experts to maximise your chances of seeing the aurora.

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Day 5

Wellness, Stillness and Farewell to Skyra

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and your final full day at Skyra Retreat. Complimentary wellness facilities and quiet winter landscapes invite rest and reflection. A final three course dinner is served in the evening, with time afterwards to look to the skies for a last chance to witness the Northern Lights.

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Day 6

Glass Roof Living at Santa Claus Village

After breakfast, check out and transfer privately to the Glass Resort at Santa Claus Village. Check into your Premium Glass Apartment and spend the afternoon exploring the village at your own pace. Dinner is served at Restaurant Gallis, followed by the chance to view the Northern Lights from your glass roof or private outdoor hot tub.

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Day 7

Ice Fishing and Arctic Leisure

Start the day with breakfast before heading out for an ice fishing experience, learning this traditional Arctic skill on frozen waters. The afternoon is free to explore Rovaniemi or Santa Claus Village. Dinner is once again enjoyed at Restaurant Gallis, rounding off another atmospheric evening in Lapland.

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Day 8

Helsinki Elegance

After breakfast, transfer to Rovaniemi Airport for your flight to Helsinki. On arrival, a private transfer takes you to the five star Hotel Kämp in the city centre. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore Helsinki or enjoy a refined dinner, with restaurant reservations available on request.

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Day 9

Departure from Finland

Enjoy breakfast before checking out and transferring privately for your onward flight, concluding your Finnish winter journey.

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Where You'll Stay

Skýra Retreat

Located just twenty kilometres from the bustle of Rovaniemi, this is a destination of quiet intent, where the “raw luxury” philosophy invites you to shed the weight of the modern world and return to a simpler, more meaningful rhythm.

Glass Resort

Surrounded by forest and positioned directly under the northern skies, this remarkable resort offers exceptional comfort alongside some of the most captivating aurora-viewing opportunities in Finnish Lapland.

Hotel Kämp Helsinki

Situated on Pohjoisesplanadi beside the scenic Esplanadi park, the hotel places guests within easy walking distance of Helsinki’s leading museums, boutiques and cultural attractions.

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What’s included

Private airport transfers throughout
Accommodation at Skyra Retreat, Glass Resort and Hotel Kämp
Daily breakfasts and selected three course dinners
Snowmobile experience
Authentic reindeer farm visit and reindeer safari
Private Northern Lights tours
Ice fishing experience
New Year celebrations in Lapland
Use of saunas, wellness facilities and snowshoes
Support when travelling 8am-9pm 7 days a week
Flights not included

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.

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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

My wife and I had an awesome and memorable trip to Iceland thanks to Alex at Aurora Nights. Alex tailored the itinerary to exactly what we wanted to see and chose excellent hotels to stay at. We totally enjoyed the city of Reykjavik and the many beautiful waterfalls. He went above and beyond to not only recommend sights to see around the Golden Circle and Ring Road, but also mapped it out so we were prepared to drive through the country during unpredictable weather and road conditions. And we were especially pleased to see the Northern Lights on our visit. Alex was very flexible to make changes to our plans and choosing the wonderful Sky Lagoon to replace our tickets for the Blue Lagoon due to the closure from the volcanic activity. We highly recommend Alex and Aurora Nights.

Lisa Kovens-Harris

An amazing trip and excellent service provided by all involved. Great value for money too. Food was excellent. Accommodation was wonderful and the trips booked were outstanding. An amazing trip

David Watson-Cammock

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.

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