Iso-Syote Winter Hideaway
Overview
Perched on a felltop with panoramic views over the lakes and forests of Syote National Park in Finnish Lapland, this secluded resort complete with a fairy tale covering of thick snow, has excellent northern lights potential and a great range of accommodation and activities. Choose from well-appointed hotels rooms, stylish suites with private saunas and outdoor jacuzzis, cottages and traditional log cabins.
Highlights
- Spend the night in a traditional log cabin, snuggled up next to the fire.
- Choose from a wide range of winter activities
- Enjoy access to some of Finland’s best ski slopes
- Option of direct flight from London Gatwick
What's Included
- Return flights form Gatwick to Rovaniemi
- Accommodation with private bathroom
- All breakfasts and dinners
Full description
This lofty resort is perched on a felltop in Syote National Park, around 150km below the Arctic Circle. Not only are the views spectacular, but the big skies and lack of artificial light pollution bode well for sightings of the aurora borealis. As an added bonus, this part of Finland often receives bumper snowfalls, causing trees to bow under the weight and creating a wonderland for winter activities.
Rooms with a view at Iso-Syote
Long-established favourites include traditional log-cabin Kelo Cottages and spacious Fjell Top Cottages. For something a little more luxurious are ten, two-storey Aurora View Suites in the main hotel building with sauna, balcony and outdoor jacuzzi, while the Eagle’s View Suite has a living room with fireplace and sauna downstairs and a double bedroom with jacuzzi nestled above. The Bear Cave Suite is new for 2018 and offers a very spacious living area with stone fireplace and Jacuzzi offering amazing views, sumptuous furnishings and a bathroom with two private sauna's – all suite have fabulous views.
Things to do at Iso-Syote
Husky sledding, snowmobiling, reindeer safaris, ice fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing and cross-country skiing are just some of the optional activities on offer. You can also visit the Ranua Wildlife Park or Rovaniemi’s Santa Claus Village (a must for families). Iso-Syote has a restaurant, bar and lounge, perfect for relaxing in after a day exploring the area.
Prices & Dates
| Departures | Duration | Accommodation | Standard Twin Price* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 3 Nights | Hotel Iso-Syote | £690 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 4 Nights | Hotel Iso-Syote | £796 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 7 Nights | Hotel Iso-Syote | £1,112 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 3 Nights | Kelo Cottage | £726 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 4 Nights | Kelo Cottage | £853 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 7 Nights | Kelo Cottage | £1,212 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 3 Nights | Fjell Top Cottage | £755 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 4 Nights | Fjell Top Cottage | £853 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 7 Nights | Fjell Top Cottage | £1,239 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 3 Nights | Aurora View Suite | £959 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 4 Nights | Aurora View Suite | £1,368 |
| Nov 2019 - Apr 2020 | 7 Nights | Aurora View Suite | £1739 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 3 Nights | Hotel Iso-Syote | £753 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 4 Nights | Hotel Iso-Syote | £879 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 7 Nights | Hotel Iso-Syote | £1,257 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 3 Nights | Kelo Cottage | £811 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 4 Nights | Kelo Cottage | £957 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 7 Nights | Kelo Cottage | £1,394 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 3 Nights | Fjell Top Cottage | £810 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 4 Nights | Fjell Top Cottage | £949 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 7 Nights | Fjell Top Cottage | £1,366 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 3 Nights | Aurora View Suite | £1,119 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 4 Nights | Aurora View Suite | £1,368 |
| 15 Dec 19 - 04 Jan 20 | 7 Nights | Aurora View Suite | £2,113 |
*Prices for Fjell Top Cottage based on minimum of 4 sharing.
*During Festive period the Cottages are only available for 7 nights duration.
What's Included
- Return flights form Gatwick to Rovaniemi
- Accommodation with private bathroom
- All breakfasts and dinners
- Full financial protection »
Please note:
- FESTIVE DEPARTURES:
- Minimum stay is 7 nights over Christmas and New Year period in Kelo and Fjell Top Cottages
- Prices are based on low season period: 01 Nov – 07 Dec; 12 Jan – 01 Feb; 23 Mar – 04 Apr and 20 – 30 Apr. Supplements apply for all other periods.
- Child prices are on request and based on children aged 11 or under sharing with two adults.
- Single occupancy prices on request basis.
Flight departure information:
Prices are based on direct flights with Norwegian air from Gatwick to Rovaniemi operating on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays only, subject to availability. There are also direct flights from Gatwick to Rovaniemi with Easyjet, operating on Wednesday and Sunday, as well as daily flights with Finnair operating between London Heathrow and Oulu, Kuusamo or Rovaniemi via Helsinki, which may carry a supplement and involve a stopover in Helsinki.
Itinerary & Accommodation
Itinerary & Accommodation
Day 1: arrive in Finland
Fly to Rovaniemi, Oulu or Kuusamo and transfer to Iso-Syöte. Transfer times vary from 90 minutes to 2 hours. Check into your accommodation for your stay.
Days 2 - 3: at leisure
Spend your time at Iso-Syote enjoying the winter experience - relax in front of a roaring fire in your traditional log cabin or in the comfortable hotel rooms and suites, or get out into the wilderness and enjoy this pristine northern beauty. Ski, husky-sled or snowmobile through the fresh powder or cut a hole in the ice and try your hand at ice-fishing. And don't forget to head out on an evening snowmobile safari in pursuit of the jewel of the Finnish wilderness, the northern lights.
Day 4: depart Finland
Check out and transfer to Oulu, Kuusamo or Rovaniemi airport for your flight home.
Iso-Syote Hotel and Cabins
Finnish Lapland
Grade: Standard
Type: Hotel
A small and friendly hotel with a mix of cabins, cottages and some wonderfully unique suites, with great views over the snowy fells.
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Husky Safari with lunch (Iso-Syote)
from: £232
4 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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Husky Safari with lunch
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Husky Sledding 12km (Iso-Syote)
from: £144
2.5 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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Husky Sledding
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Husky Safari with Snowmobiling (Iso-Syote)
from: £159
3 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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Husky Safari with Snowmobiling
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Snowmobile Adventure (Iso-Syote)
from: £181
6 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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Snowmobile Adventure
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Wilderness Snowmobile Safari (Iso-Syote)
from: £90
3 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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Wilderness Snowmobile Safari
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Ranua Wildlife Park & Santa Village (Iso-Syote)
from: £82
8 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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Ranua Wildlife Park and Santa Village
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Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari (Iso-Syote)
from: £114
3 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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This excursions combines two of the staples of northern life, travel by snowmobile and the iconic northern lights.
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Reindeer Farm by Snowmobile (Iso-Syote)
from: £114
3 hours Jan-Apr, Nov-Dec
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Reindeer Farm by Snowmobile
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Traditional Reindeer Safari (Iso-Syote)
from: £96
2.5 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
Traditional Reindeer safari
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Visit a Reindeer Farm by car (Iso-Syote)
from: £68
3 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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Reindeer farm by car
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Snowshoe Hiking (Iso-Syote)
from: £36
2, 2.5 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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Snowshoe hiking
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Kicksledge Safari (Iso-Syote)
from: £45
2 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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A traditional way of travelling in the north, a kicksledge safari allows guests to experience northern transportation like a local.
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Ice Fishing (Iso-Syote)
from: £68
2–3 hours Jan-Apr, Dec
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For more than just fishing enthusiasts, this popular northern sport is a fantastic way to enjoy the pristine stillness of the northern waterways.
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Ice Fishing by Snowmobile (Iso-Syote)
from: £109
3, 3.5 hours Jan-Apr, Nov-Dec
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This excursion is an incredible combination of winter activities, beginning by testing your skills at driving a snowmobile.
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Overnight in a Snow Igloo (Iso-Syote)
from: £73
Overnight Jan-Apr, Dec
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On top of Iso Syöte fell, surrounded by beautiful snow-covered trees and spectacular winter wonderland scenery, is a traditional snow igloo where you can experience a unique Arctic overnight stay.
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