On top of the world

SHALL WE GO AND PACK?

Guided Northern Lights and Ski Holiday Abisko National Park

Travel into one of the last true wildernesses in Europe, Björkliden, which nestles in the mountains of Arctic Sweden. From your cosy cabin you can spend the days experiencing the great winter activities on offer, whilst at night you will have a great chance of witnessing the magical Aurora Borealis. This holiday includes an opportunity to venture high into the surrounding mountains with a trip to the Aurora Sky Station. Our local representatives will be on hand to help you make the most of your winter Northern Lights holiday at Bjorkliden mountain resort. Downhill skiing is available at this resort between February and April.

Enquire

Your luxury chalet with access to ski slopes by day and appearances of the Northern Lights by night.

ITINERARY

WHAT, WHERE & WHEN

DAY 1:

On arrival at Kiruna airport you will be greeted by our local representatives.You will embark on your journey into the wilderness with your hosts who will ensure a smooth start to your holiday. During the journey you will have the opportunity to take in the views and start to acclimatize to the Arctic setting. Once at Björkliden you will check in to your accommodation and spend the rest of the day and evening at your leisure. Dinner is available in the resort restaurant. Half or full board can be included.

DAY 2:

Spend the daytime enjoy a snowmobiling excursion where you'll enjoy stunning views and the chance to drive the snow mobile through the white wilderness. Your evening continues at a nearby wilderness camp where you will search for the Northern Lights. At the look-out point, a cosy lavvo tent awaits ready to warm you from the cold outside. If you are lucky you may see the magical dance of the Aurora overhead.

DAY 3:

Your day begins with an exhilarating dog-sled excursion with the chance to drive your own team of excitable husky dogs.

The evening will be spent with a trip to the Aurora Sky Station in Abisko where the famous viewpoint provides a wide panoramic view of the surrounding mountain range and night sky.

DAY 4:

Enjoy the morning at leisure. Your hosts will help you to book further adventures locally or arrange ski passes and lessons should you wish to try down hill skiing (February - April). In the afternoon you'll enjoy a short snow shoe trip to the wilderness where you'll share a traditional Swedish 'Fika' - a Nordic version of afternoon tea. Return to Bjorkliden for an evening of sky gazing for your final chance to view the Northern Lights.

DAY 5:

Return to the airport with your local guides for the flight home. If you wish we can extend your holiday in Swedish Lapland with a visit or overnight in the world-famous ICEHOTEL or perhaps a train ride to the east and a stay at the Treehotel.

PRICE

From £1195 per person (excluding flights) based on 2 people travelling together. Get in touch for a quotation for your group (minimum 2 people).

£1195.00 GBP roughly converts to: 1,315 EUR | 1,565 USD

Price conversions are indicative only, payment is in GBP.

Enquire

Price Includes

Four night's accommodation at Bjorkliden in a cabin or hotel room
Breakfast
Return transfers from Kiruna Airport
Local tour hosts at Bjorkliden available for the duration of your stay
Snow mobile excursion
Dog-sledding excursion
Abisko Sky Station night visit
Afternoon Swedish Fika

All our trips include:

24/7 emergency line and concierge service
Personalised travel documents
Exclusive access to our client travel app where you'll find your travel documents, destination guides, maps, practical tips, Arctic Library and pre-trip inspiration

Price Excludes

Flights
Lunch and evening meals. Half board is available for a supplement of £90 per person and full board £180 per person

Additional Info

This trip has flexible daily departures

Many of trips can be tailored to your requirements and departure dates. Please get in touch with us for a tailored quotation and details of availability for your preferred travel dates. All trips and departures are subject to availability.