Iso-Syote Winter Hideaway
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Highlights
Cosy up in a traditional log cabin
Enjoy optional excursions such as snowmobiling and husky sledding
Enjoy access to some of Finland’s best ski slopes
Stay in remote location ideal for northern lights viewing
Why this trip...
Stay in great locations
This holiday features accommodation in incredible locations
Activity based
This itinerary features a range of optional activities during your stay
Weekend escape
This is the ideal trip for a weekend escape or perhaps a mid-week getaway
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.
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 will be new for winter 2020-21 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.
Accommodation
Iso-Syote Hotel and Cabins
A small and friendly hotel with great views over the snowy fells and offering accommodation in rooms, cabins and suites, this is a fantastic place from which to experience Finnish Lapland. With a restaurant, bar and lounge on site, there is plenty of space in which to relax after a day exploring the area.
The variety of accommodation includes stylish hotel rooms, a selection of cosy log cabins, fell top cottages and some unique suites with superb facilities.
Read moreItinerary
Below we've outlined a 3-night short break itinerary, but you can extend to 4 or 7 night stays with more time to enjoy the range of activities on offer.
Day 1 arrive in Finland
Fly to Rovaniemi, Oulu or Kuusamo and transfer to Iso-Syote. Transfer times vary from 90 minutes to 2 hours. Check into your accommodation for your stay.
Fly to Rovaniemi, Oulu or Kuusamo and transfer to Iso-Syote. 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.
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.
Check out and transfer to Oulu, Kuusamo or Rovaniemi airport for your flight home.
Excursions
Enhance your holiday by pre-booking a selection of excursions and activities. A selection of the most popular are shown below or download the pdf to see the full range and then talk to our Travel Specialists about how best to fit these into your holiday.
Open Excursions PDFPrices and Departures
Price from £654 including flights
What's Included
- Return flights from Gatwick to Rovaniemi
- Accommodation with private bathroom
- All breakfasts and dinners
- 24-hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
- No surcharge guarantee
- Full financial protection »
Prices from per person
Based on two sharing, unless stated otherwise. Other durations and room types are available as well as prices for children aged 11 or under sharing with two adults. Get in touch with our expert team for a quote.
| Departures | Duration | Hotel Iso-Syote | Kelo Cottage | Aurora View Suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Dec 2020 - 04 Jan 2021 | 3 nights | £719 | - | £1,041 |
| 15 Dec 2020 - 04 Jan 2021 | 4 nights | £850 | - | £1,280 |
| 15 Dec 2020 - 04 Jan 2021 | 7 nights | £1,243 | £1,425 | £2,053 |
| 05 Jan - 31 Mar 2021 | 3 nights | £654 | £700 | £881 |
| 05 Jan - 31 Mar 2021 | 4 nights | £764 | £826 | £1,067 |
| 05 Jan - 31 Mar 2021 | 7 nights | £1,093 | £1,202 | £1,623 |
Festive Departures
Please note, there is a minimum stay of 7 nights over the Christmas and New Year period in Kelo and Fjell Top Cottages.Meet our expert
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