Enjoy the beautiful colours and crisp temperatures of autumn on this six-night inclusive break taking you to three stunning properties in the heart of the Swedish Lapland wilderness. Each property adds something special to the overall holiday experience and with activities included you can truly immerse yourself in the nature. The days are perfect for outdoor pursuits while in the evening offers chances to see the northern lights in night sky.
The first location is Brandon Lodge in the Lulea archipelago. In a delightful setting next to the sea, its detached cabins are dotted on the edge of the forest with views towards the Bay of Bothnia. Here you’ll learn Nordic wilderness skills in the fresh autumn air and spend evenings relaxing and soaking up the surroundings. And to fully unwind after the day’s activities, the lodge’s sauna is included once during your stay.
From Brandon Lodge you are transferred to Arctic Retreat for two nights. Situated in the Rane River valley, the retreat is a delightful log cabin camp with four well-appointed detached cabins. The retreat is a hidden gem. Tucked away in the wilderness with no light pollution interfering with any aurora activity, it’s the perfect place to relax and appreciate the natural surroundings. Enjoy a Autumn husky tour during your stay.
The final two nights are spent at the unique Treehotel near the small village Harads. Set in the forest a short distance from the main guesthouse the individually themed rooms are perched high in the trees. During your stay you’ll take a guided forest hike including outdoor lunch and visit Storforsen, one of the highest white water rapids in Europe.
With each night offering the tantalising prospect of seeing the aurora borealis, this holiday showcases Swedish Lapland during autumn.
Itinerary
On arrival at Lulea Airport you will be met and transferred to Brandon Lodge in the Lulea Archipelago (approx. 45 minutes). Check-in to your cabin for a two-night stay and enjoy getting to know your surroundings before the evening meal in the main lodge restaurant.
Brandon Lodge, Lulea Archipelago
After breakfast head out on a Nordic Wilderness skills adventure with lunch. Life in Swedish Lapland is made more comfortable by learning how to dress and behave in sub-arctic conditions and the environment. The guide takes you on a 3-hour journey into the forest on an adventurous and educational excursion. Learn how to make a fire arctic style, make traditional coffee and learn about the flora and fauna of this area. At lunch time you can help make a wilderness lunch around the fire.
Nordic Wilderness Skills
After spending time in a coastal setting, head inland by transfer (journey time 1 hour) to the Rane River valley and Arctic Retreat, your base for 2 nights. This is a wonderful location in the remote wilderness, ideal for northern lights viewings and getting close to nature. During your time here there are several outdoor activities to choose from, such as guided hiking; mountain biking; canoeing and kayaking and visiting a local Sami family.
Arctic Retreat, Swedish Lapland
Optional Experiences
Visit a Sami Family with Lunch
In the autumn the serious training of the huskies begins prior to the winter season.
The temperatures are cooling, the huskies are looking forward to getting on the road again. You will sit on and / or drive the special training carts though the beautiful autumn forest landscape. Meet the dogs and puppies and enjoy an outdoor BBQ lunch.
After breakfast, journey about an hour from the Rane River to the Lule River area home to the Treehotel where you will spend your final two nights. Enjoy a hearty evening meal in the cosy guesthouse and venture outside to keep watch for the magical aurora.
Treehotel
Optional Experiences
Ice Dining
Snowmobile Safari at the Treehotel
Northern Light tour by snowmobile pulled sled, Treehotel
The area is perfect for enjoying the great outdoors. You’ll visit the impressive Storforsen, one of the highest unrestricted white-water rapids in Europe, and hike in the forests, picking berries while you appreciate the nature and silence all around. The guide prepares an open fire for hot drinks and snacks during the trip. Back at the hotel, warm up in the sauna before the evening meal is served.
After breakfast, spend your last moments enjoying the natural surroundings before a transfer back to Lulea airport for the onward flight.
Featured accommodation
Prices & departures
What's Included
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Accommodation in rooms with private facilities
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All meals
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All transfers
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Sauna sessions at Brandon Lodge and Treehotel
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Champagne, chocolates and flowers on arrival at Arctic Resort
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Nordic Wilderness Skills (3 hours)
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Northern Lights Photography evening (3 hours)
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Storforsen visit with guided forest hike (5 hours)
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24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
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No surcharge guarantee
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Full financial protection
From £2720 Excluding Flights
6 Nights
Sep-Oct
Prices are per person based upon 2 sharing, subject to availability. Your Travel Specialist will confirm the exact price based upon your tailored requirements, inclusions, and travel dates.
Our holiday prices exclude flights. Why? Because we want to offer you the best value, tailored to your needs. Flight prices and offers change daily, so when you’re ready to book, we’ll provide a bespoke quote based on the best options from your local airport. This way, you’ll always get the best prices and the flexibility to choose what works for you.
Make this trip yours
Every trip you see here can be adapted to suit you using inside-out knowledge to create one-off experiences created just for you.
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We create holidays that are as individual as you are. And we’ve been doing it for 40 years, crafting each and every holiday using our in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for our destinations. Whatever your brief, we’ll create an amazing trip for you to get excited about. That might mean adapting one of our existing itineraries or we’ll build you one from scratch.
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