According to experts, Sweden is one of the best places to experience the Northern Lights due to its northern location and dark winter nights – perfect for gazing up at this amazing display of nature’s light show. In addition, the country is home to some of the clearest skies in Europe, making it a great spot for stargazing.
Chase the aurora in style on Sweden Northern Lights holidays. Travel across Swedish Lapland, inside the auroral oval (60–75°N), where displays are reliably frequent from late September to late March. Settle into Abisko, home to the Aurora Sky Station and a famed “blue hole” microclimate, pair Kiruna with Jukkasjärvi for nights at the original ICEHOTEL, or head to the Luleå Archipelago for sweeping coastal ice horizons.
Our northern lights holiday packages in Sweden weave nightly aurora hunts with dog-sledding, snowmobiling and Sámi culture. Luxurious 3–4-night stays come with smooth access by flight or the atmospheric Stockholm–Abisko/Kiruna night train – your lantern-lit path to Arctic magic and comfort.
Admiring the star filled Arctic sky while being mesmerized by the spectacular dance of the Northern Lights is on the top of many adventurers bucket-lists. And there is no doubt why - it is a fascinating scene you will never forget. Timing is not everything when it comes to increasing your chances of seeing the Aurora. In addition, the location and amount of light pollution in the area is what can make or break the experience. The stunning Máttaráhkká Northern Lights Lodge is a cozy boutique lodge in the prime location for Northern Lights. Get that family feeling while embracing the adventure of a lifetime.
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Our 8 night dogsled tour is about experiencing a true wilderness adventure like no other. While in charge of your own team of dogs you will drive through Europe’s last wilderness. Dog sledding in Kiruna, Sweden is an amazing experience and gives you the opportunity to get close to arctic nature in a calm yet adventurous way. On the tour you will drive past beautiful forests, frozen lakes and breathe the fresh Swedish mountain air, making this tour one of the best ways to experience the northern part of Lapland.
Dog sledding is an amazing experience and gives you the opportunity to get close to arctic nature in a calm but adventurous way. On the tour you will drive past beautiful forests, frozen lakes and breathe the fresh mountain air, making this tour one of the best ways to experience the northern part of Lapland. Not to mention, as this is a wilderness adventure you are way from all light pollution which gives you some of the best possible chances of seeing the Northern Lights.
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Our Ice Hotel Northern Lights Holiday package provides the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure with the best opportunity to see one of the world’s most sought-after natural phenomenons; the Aurora Borealis.
A trip to the ICEHOTEL is already a once-in a-lifetime experience. And now we have made a trip to ICEHOTEL even more spectacular by combining it with a stay in your own private Aurora Hut on the Torne River. The Torne River is one of Sweden’s national rivers and last untouched waters. Blocks of ice are carved from the Torne River each year to create the ICEHOTEL in a new guise every winter and the hotel melts back into the river in the spring.
By staying in a Torne River Aurora Hut, you will not only experience a unique type of accommodation, but you are also uninterrupted by any light pollution giving you some of the best views of the Northern Lights.
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If you are looking for a Northern Lights Holiday, the Luxury Lapland Lodge; Arctic Retreat, could be the little gem you've been searching for. This retreat offers a personal stay in a luxury eco-lodge which resets the stresses of day to day life. There is the possibility to book one of four luxury cabins. Each of those come with their own private hot tub. The resort keeps activity group sizes small and also offers these to be booked privately. The Arctic Retreat Boutique Lodge is perfect for those who want a little bit more from their holiday and offers fantastic opportunities for viewing the Northern Lights.
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Arctic Bath Floating Spa offers the opportunity to see the Northern Lights in winter, and the midnight sun during the summer months. This unique hotel and spa experience welcomes guests to immerse themselves in the elements, while leaving a minimal environmental footprint behind.
We are excited to announce that we are now able to take bookings for the Arctic Bath Hotel Floating Spa experience in Swedish Lapland – **NOW OPEN**
Arctic Bath’s circular shape creates a protected environment for you to relax. The package includes a spa-ritual that you can enjoy at your own pace, including luxurious skin products for your body and face. The spa kit will guide you through the steps of the spa-ritual.
Spa - The spa and cold bath is the perfect setting to enjoy a traditional cold bath and sauna experience. Enjoy the three different saunas, or relax in a hot tub and enjoy hydrotherapy. Try a plunge into the cold Arctic bath in the center of the building for the ultimate relaxation.
However, this trip isn’t all about the spa! You can opt in for some of the fantastic winter activities that the Arctic has to offer, such a Husky Sleigh Ride or Snowmobile Safari. Last but not least, due to Arctic Bath’s remote location, this resort is in one of the best places to see the Northern Lights!
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September is a great month to see the Northern Lights. In 2017 it became possible to stay at ICEHOTEL in their cold rooms 365 days of the year. So our September options are ideal for those who want to have an Arctic experience when it's not quite so cold. September in the Arctic is beautiful; the Northern Lights season as well as golden autumn starts in September. If you want the chance to see the Northern Lights and aren't too fussed for snow, this is the ideal package for you.
For the Northern Lights September is a great month. Additionally it’s a truly beautiful time to visit Sweden – to be fair every month of the year is fabulous, but September in Swedish Lapland is really special. With this in mind, we’ve combined two “September Special” packages to enable you to experience Autumn in Sweden.
As with all of our packages, we can modify both of these packages to suit any specific requirements you may have – for example if you just want to stay in warm accommodation or add more activities – just let us know!
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Brandon Lodge in Sweden offers an affordable family friendly Arctic adventure. The package accommodates everything you need for a great price. All the listed activities start right in front of your accommodation. This means you don’t need to spend time on activity transfers and get more out of your holiday. The lodges are located approx 35 mins from the airport and are perfect for families looking for a mid-priced, affordable break in the Arctic.
Brandon Lodge has a main lounge and relaxing area with upstairs restaurant and separate cosy cabins. Pine Bay lodge has a combined dining, lounge area with comfortable bedrooms in the same building. You’ll be spoiled by the delicious meals and helpful, friendly staff.
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Ice Hotel summer break? Traditionally the Arctic isn’t where people think about spending their summer holiday – which means it’s super quiet and there are very few tourists, perfect! This tour takes you into the Swedish nature and gives you the perfect opportunity to disconnect from the rest of the world for a few days. During June – July you can experience the midnight sun (24 Hours of daylight). From September on you have an amazing chance to spot the Northern Lights.
If you’ve already been to the Arctic in Winter – then the summer is a completely different experience and one we absolutely recommend. Use the contact form, live chat or click to call us now to get your next summer trip booked!
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The best time to visit Sweden is October to March – ideal for Sweden Northern Lights holidays with long, dark nights. This is when a Swedish Northern Lights tour or northern lights holiday packages in Sweden deliver the highest chances of a sighting.
For summer adventure, June to August brings the Midnight Sun (24-hour daylight), perfect for hiking and boating, though the aurora isn’t visible. If you prefer a balance, late March to early April offers milder weather with lingering aurora potential
Winter city breaks and holidays to Sweden pair beautifully with Swedish Lapland lodges and festive markets. We’ll tailor your Sweden Northern Lights package around your dates, activities and comfort level.
Choose from short 3–4 night breaks, extended winter adventures, or luxury private itineraries. A classic Sweden northern lights package might combine Abisko aurora nights with a Kiruna/Jukkasjärvi stay at ICEHOTEL; coastal itineraries can add the Luleå Archipelago at Brandon Lodge for frozen-sea viewpoints. Our northern lights tour package Sweden options can also layer in photography guiding, Sámi cultural evenings, or extra snow days for flexibility around weather.
For Sweden Northern Lights holidays, the prime season is autumn to spring, when nights are longest and skies darkest – perfect for holidays to Sweden Northern Lights. In Lapland, average winter temperatures run −6°C to −20°C (colder at night). The air is dry, so the “felt” cold is clearer, and often ideal for aurora photography on a Sweden Northern Lights tour.
Book with Arctic Direct and expect warm, stylish bases and the occasional hot tub. For outdoor excursions, we include thermal Arctic clothing rental (snowsuit and snow boots as standard), so you stay comfortable while chasing the lights.
As daylight returns in spring, rural Lapland ranges from −10°C to 10°C, while Stockholm trends 5°C to 16°C. Summer brings milder days (20–23°C) and the Midnight Sun – glorious for hiking, kayaking and island-hopping, though the aurora isn’t visible at this time.
We’ll align your northern lights holiday packages in Sweden with local conditions, balancing clear-sky nights and cosy luxury for an unforgettable Sweden Northern Lights holiday.
Abisko National Park
Abisko National Park is Sweden’s aurora sweet spot, home to the Aurora Sky Station and the famed “blue hole” microclimate that often brings clearer skies. Combine night watches with daytime dogsledding, snowmobiling and photography. Ideal for Sweden Northern Lights holidays and small-group tours with flexible guiding and transfers.
Kiruna
Kiruna is Lapland’s northern hub, well placed for Sweden Northern Lights holidays. Expect easy access to dog-sledding, snowmobiling and wilderness tours, plus guides and infrastructure. Twin with nearby Jukkasjärvi or Abisko for varied skies and activities. A smart base for Sweden Northern Lights packages arriving by flight or night train.
Jukkasjärvi
Jukkasjärvi is tiny with enormous appeal: the original ICEHOTEL. Sleep in art-carved ice suites or warm chalets, spend days on reindeer or husky adventures, then chase aurora over the Torne River. A favourite stop on Sweden Northern Lights tours, with smooth links to Kiruna airport and Abisko by guided transfer.
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