Sweden’s northernmost and Arctic region, Swedish Lapland, offers the ultimate winter wonderland amongst pristine landscapes of frozen lakes and snow-covered forests.
Home to the sensational Icehotel in the village of Jukkasjarvi, venture a little further to Lulea to explore an undiscovered corner of Swedish Lapland. Here you’ll find wilderness retreats huddled around the bays and inlets of the Gulf of Bothnia and in forest areas further inland including island-bound Brandon Lodge, the ingeniously designed Treehotel and Arctic Bath Spa and woodland hideaways like Arctic Retreat and Loggers Lodge.
The summer months bring the glow of the midnight sun; explore Swedish Lapland’s wilderness on a leisurely self-drive, enjoy hiking, mountain biking and white water rafting, stay in the year-round Icehotel 365. Or choose the autumn months for nature’s rich colours of red and gold and the possibility of the first sightings of the northern lights.
It's all about the layers. Just because it's 20-30 below freezing in winter, you won't necessarily need as many clothes as you might think. Pack smart people.
Trip ideas
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Icehotel Break
Sweden Short BreakA unique and truly unforgettable experience at the world's coolest hotel.
From £690 Excluding Flights
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Tromso, Abisko and the Icehotel
Nordic Europe IndependentThis independent holiday combines three of the very best places for aurora sightings.
From £2068 Excluding Flights
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Northern Lights, Abisko and Icehotel
Sweden Short BreakThe ultimate short break at the Icehotel and in Abisko, one of the best aurora spots.
From £855 Excluding Flights
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Spa Break at Arctic Bath Hotel
Sweden Short BreakBathe under the midnight sun or northern lights in natural surrounds by the River Lule
From £1784 Excluding Flights
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Winter's Dream at Brandon Lodge
Sweden IndependentThis inclusive short break is based at delightful Brandon Lodge with an array of winter activities to choose from.
From £1218 Excluding Flights
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Christmas at the Icehotel via Stockholm
Sweden Short BreakExplore the Christmas markets in the beautiful capital city and have a fairytale white Christmas at the Icehotel.
From £1123 Excluding Flights
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New Year at the Icehotel
Sweden Short BreakThe Icehotel is a truly unique and unforgettable place to celebrate the New Year.
From £1044 Excluding Flights
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Brandon Lodge and Treehotel
Sweden Short BreakThis wonderful winter adventure combines the unique Treehotel with a lodge stay on the stunning frozen archipelago.
From £1816 Excluding Flights
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Luxury Swedish Lapland Break at Arctic Retreat
Sweden Short BreakEnjoy an luxuriant arctic experience on this winter getaway in the heart of Swedish Lapland.
From £2507 Excluding Flights
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Arctic Rail Odyssey
Nordic Europe RailThis incredible three-week odyssey takes you beyond the Arctic Circle – and because it’s available March to October, you can choose summer for the midnight sun or winter for the northern lights.
From £5445 Excluding Flights
Trip experiences
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Nordic Winter Skills
SwedenYou will be provided with winter clothing before setting outside. You will be given a brief introduction on snowshoeing, then strap them on and the guide will lead the way into the forest. The guide will teach you how to make a fire in the snow, make tea and coffee over an open fire and teach you about the forest and wildlife in Sweden’s Northern most region. Enjoy lunch in a traditional Sami tent, around an open fire.
Duration: 3 hours
Price: from {CONVERT 100} per adult; {CONVERT 72} per child (7-15 years)
Departures: Daily on request (Winter 2018-19)
From £125
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Northern Lights Sled Tour
SwedenTravel by sled pulled by the guides snowmobile through the forest in search of the Northern Lights*. You will be taken to the frozen sea, far away from artificial lights. Your guide will talk to you about the lights before returning back to your hotel. The longer 3 hour trip includes dinner.
From £125
Accommodation ideas
Other Sweden regions
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Skane
Skane (pronounced ‘Skorr-ner’) is Sweden’s southernmost region and is geographically closer to Denmark than to much of the rest of Sweden.
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Stockholm
Stockholm, the 'Venice of the north' is built on 14 islands connected via a network of waterways and more than 50 bridges and is a charming city to visit at any time of year.
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Varmland
Varmland competes for the title of Sweden’s great outdoors, its remarkable landscapes and wealth of outdoor activities, never failing to impress.
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West Sweden
West Sweden is rather like a microcosm of the country as a whole with a vibrant and stylish 'capital' city, an accessible archipelago with a thriving maritime culture, a strong historic heritage and a landscape that includes forests, mountains, farmland and lakes.
