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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Wilderness Adventure in Swedish Lapland
Sweden Short BreakThis charming, family-run lodge offers personalised service and an exclusive experience, ensuring every guest feels truly special and well cared for.
From £1912 Excluding Flights
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Festive Break at Haparanda Stadshotell
Sweden Short BreakTake a relaxing festive break at the historic Haparanda Stadhotell
From £958 Excluding Flights
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Santa Adventure in Lapland
Sweden Short BreakThis affordable, action-packed adventure in Lapland combines a child's wonder at visiting Santa Claus with an authentic winter experience on the edge of the Arctic Circle.
From £1575 Including 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 £5234 Excluding Flights
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Amazing Autumn Nights in Swedish Lapland
Sweden IndependentExperience the autumnal beauty of Swedish Lapland staying in three wonderful properties while keeping watch for the magical aurora.
From £2976 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 £2351 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 £1678 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 £900 Excluding Flights
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Icehotel Break
Sweden Short BreakA unique and truly unforgettable experience at the world's coolest hotel.
From £686 Excluding Flights
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Autumn Coastal Colours and Northern Lights
Sweden Short BreakThis inclusive break takes you to the Lulea Archipelago in the Bay of Bothnia, where you are never far away from nature staying in a delightful coastal setting
From £1306 Excluding Flights
Trip experiences
Accommodation ideas
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Grand Arctic Resort
Sweden HotelLocated in the charming town of Overkalix about an hour and a half from Lulea, this hotel offers 60 spacious en suite rooms in the main building, some with a private balcony for aurora watching and simple cabins a short walk from the hotel. There are also two suites complete with private sauna.
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.
