Overview

  • Swedish Lapland is a region unlike any other. The land of the Midnight Sun and Northern Lights is home to mountains, forests, marshes, wild rivers, and archipelagos. Stretching from Sorsele and Skellefteå in the province of Västerbotten, to the northernmost tip of Sweden, this arctic territory covers a quarter of the country. The sheer size and variety of terrain presents endless options for outdoor enthusiasts, from hiking and fishing to dogsledding and skiing.The northernmost parts of Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Russia, also known as Sápmi, are the land of the indigenous population – the Sami people, who have lived here for thousands of years. The magnificent nature of Swedish Lapland may seem untouched, but for generations it has been lovingly used by Sami, who divide the year into eight seasons. As a mark of respect for nature, they have named every valley and mountain peak.

4 Nights 5 Days Available on request Luleå, Norrbotten County
Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Guide

  • Transport

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Flights.
  • Additional services.
Highlights
  •  A 2-hour ICEBREAKER excursion.
  • Swim among the ice floes.
  •  A visit to a moose and reindeer park.
  •  Try the rush of snowmobiling, ice fishing or continue chasing the Northern Lights. 
Itinerary 
Day 1 WELCOME TO LULEÅ

Arrival to Luleå Airport!

Find your way to your hotel (private transfer can be booked in advance) and meet your tour escort at the reception at 18:00. Luleå is the capital of the region known as Norrbotten County. It is the northernmost city of Sweden and can be found on the northwest corner of the Gulf of Bothnia. It is a small, laidback city with more than its fair share of world class restaurants and a perfect base point for many Arctic activities in Sweden.

Overnight at Elite Stadshotellet Luleå or similar.

Day 2 ARCTIC EXPLORER – ICEBREAKER CRUISE

Breakfast at the hotel. 

Today you will head out on a 2-hour ICEBREAKER excursion. Listen to the sound of ice blocks being crushed against the hull of the boat. Go for a walk on the frozen sea and enjoy a hot drink on the ice. Challenge the laws of nature in safe and comfortable conditions on the ice-classified vessel Polar Explorer. You will have the opportunity to swim among the ice floes in a survival suit or go for a walk on the ice. Warm clothes, shoes and equipment are included.

Lunch on own arrangement.

Private transfer by coach back to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. 

Luleå is a coastal city in Swedish Lapland. It’s known for the Gammelstad Church Town, a cluster of well-preserved wooden houses and the stone Nederluleå Church from the 1400s. In the city center, Norrbottens Museum showcases local history, art and culture. Offshore, in the Bay of Bothnia, there are more than 1,000 

islands with beaches, cottages and seals. 

Overnight at Elite Stadshotellet Luleå or similar.

Day 3 HUSKY SAFARI & NORTHERN LIGHTS HUNTING

Breakfast at the hotel. 

In the morning, participate on a dog sledding trip. An experienced instructor will show you the basics and you get to learn how the sled works, how to harness and connect the dogs in the team. When the dogs are tethered, it is time to drive away. The guide drives first and shows the way through the forest. During the tour, you will stop for a quick rest and change drivers. When you return to the camp, hot drinks and sandwiches are served in the barbecue hut.

During the afternoon, you have the option to pay a visit to a moose and reindeer park, where you will have the chance to see the biggest wild animal from Scandinavia. It’s very exciting to stand eye to eye with ‘The King of The Forest’ and feed the moose from your own hand.

In the evening, you will be picked up in central Luleå for a hunt to see Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights). To see this phenomenon, you need find a location, where the sky is clear and free of artificial lights. In suitable weather conditions, you will have a good chance to witness the Northern Lights. 

This activity starts at 20.00 and lasts a total of 3 hours.

During this time, you will visit at least three different spots. If you are lucky and do see the Auroras, you will be able to take a lot of nice photos. During the trip, the guide will also tell you more about Aurora and some Swedish fika will be served (something sweet to eat and something hot to drink).

Overnight at Elite Stadshotellet Luleå or similar.

Day 4 FREE DAY FOR OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Breakfast at the hotel. 

It is up to you to choose what you like! Choose one of our many optional activities allowing you to discover the treasures of the region. You can try the rush of snowmobiling, ice fishing or continue chasing the Northern Lights. You can also use this time to relax and do some shopping in the city. 

Overnight at Elite Stadshotellet Luleå or similar.

Option: Upgrade to an overnight at Arctic Bath at a water cabin with dinner access to SPA facilities and transfers are included.

Day 5 FAREWELL

Breakfast at the hotel.

Depends on the time of your flight, enjoy some last-minute shopping for the Lappish souvenirs.

Find your way to the airport. (Private transfer can be booked in advance.)

End of our services

See you again soon in Scandinavia, Iceland and the Baltics

Pickup point
Luleå, Sweden View on Map