Come to Europe’s last remaining wilderness area for a truly unique holiday. Swedish Lapland is home to Europe’s only indigenous people, the Sami, and is also one of the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights. But there are also a host of exhilarating activities provided by Transun to ensure your time in Swedish Lapland is fun-filled and unforgettable.
Imagine being pulled by husky dogs on a sled over a frozen lake as you take in the gorgeous snow-capped forest and fell scenery of the Arctic Circle. Then meet the VIPs of Lapland, the loveable reindeer, that are a huge part of the region’s history. You’ll certainly hold them deer to your heart... The Sami people will generously share stories of their traditions with you over a hot drink and a roaring fire. And that’s not all, there are a host of other thrilling activities, including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and – perhaps most popular with tourists – riding the snowmobiles. You’ll feel like a superhero zipping around on one of our incredible snowmobile excursions.
And of course, every year thousands travel to the region to witness one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the famous and mystical Aurora Borealis. Our expert guides will give you the best chance of seeing the natural phenomenon, with clear night skies, and air that is believed to be the cleanest in the world. Watch the green and blue colours dance across the sky and see if you can capture the magic on camera. Not that photos are required, once seen, the Northern Lights are never forgotten!
If you really want to give yourself a front row seat – or bed, rather – to the Northern Lights, you can even stay in one of our exclusive glass cabins. Or for an even cooler option, quite literally, stay the night in a real snow igloo. Or take a visit to the world-famous ICEHOTEL. Where you can really chill out. Wouldn’t that be n-ice? Whatever type of holiday you’re searching for, you’ll find it in Swedish Lapland.
The Davvi Arctic Star is situated on the outskirts of Swedish Karesuando overlooking the Muonio River. There are various cosy Fika and Lagom room types available with all the essentials. Your full-board stay includes all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner), which are served buffet-style in the hotel’s restaurant (drinks are available at the hotel’s bar and payable locally).
Whether you opt for a Northern Lights excursion, a snow-shoeing adventure across pristine landscapes or wish to journey into the region’s ancient history, Swedish Lapland provides an exclusive, extraordinary holiday experience, with memories that you will treasure forever.
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Winter in True Lapland spans almost half of the year and as the season unfolds there are different reasons to experience a winter break deep inside the Arctic Circle.
This month marks the true beginning of an Arctic winter, with the year's first falls of virgin snow once more blanketing the landscape.
Local insight: November is the beginning of the best period each year to see the Northern Lights as it becomes colder and darker.
You do not need to visit Santa to enjoy an Arctic Spirit break in December. But the increased number of flights this month means there is a wide choice of departures available. If your break takes in the Christmas or New Year holidays, special celebrations will be included to mark the occasions. Now is the time to really experience the long polar nights, with 22 hours of darkness and the sun never quite managing to rise above the horizon.
Local insight: The Sami farmers are hard at work this month corralling their reindeer herds to see them through the winder. to see the Northern Lights as it becomes colder and darker.
The vast Arctic wilderness makes a perfect antidote to the rush and crowds of the Christmas period. If the weather is kind, you can experience polar blue skies amid the intense cold, while the Northern Lights still blaze frequently overhead.
Local insight: This is the month that Tromso, Norway's cool capital of the North, stages its annual international film festival.
The snow remains deep and the days icy cold. For families wanting to experience an Arctic Spirit winter break, the half-term holiday provides a perfect opportunity. For hopeless romantics, why not give your loved one the perfect Valentine's Day, perhaps even experiencing the Northern Lights beneath the Arctic skies. No moment could more eloquently say 'I love you'.
Local insight: Finland's Sami national day also falls in this month.
Many people consider March to be the best month for spotting the Northern Lights. It's a wonderful month for an Arctic Spirit break, thanks to the deepest snows of the winter, combined with longer daylight hours and more moderate temperatures.
March is also the best month for the healthy and exhilarating sport of cross-country skiing. Indeed, people from all around Scandinavia flock to the region to take to their skis amid the cleanest air in the world. This is the best month too for those who would like to try an overnight Arctic adventure, thanks to the long days and warmer temperatures.
Local insight: Each year in March, a Sami Festival is staged in the nearby village of Hetta.