Ice sculpting at Ice Hotel

An optimal bucket list itinerary for those looking to embrace adventure and remote escapism in the wilds of Swedish Lapland. Chic hotels, exhilarating experiences and the chance to witness the northern lights in all their glory, this fun and unique trip will see you staying in the world’s most extraordinary hotels from the original Ice Hotel, the unique design-led Treehotel and the cutting-edge Arctic Bath hotel, all set in spellbinding beauty to make this a truly magical experience.

Sörbyn Lodge at the heart of Swedish Lapland serves as the perfect base to explore this incredible region. Go Northern Lights spotting, ice fishing, snow-shoeing, husky-sledding or snow-mobiling and work up an appetite for the chef's gastronomic delights.

Pine Bay Lodge is a boutique hotel nestled in the Luleå Archipelago in remote Swedish Lapland. In the classic Swedish red cottage style and with just a handful of guest rooms, Pine Bay is comfortable, warm and welcoming.

Located on the Luleå archipelago, Brändön Lodge features 15 charming two-bedroom log cabins overlooking the sea. With a wealth of activities available, Brändön Lodge makes for an ideal base from which to explore the Lappish wilderness anytime of the year.

A stay at the Fjellborg Arctic Lodge is Swedish Lapland’s ultimate wilderness experience. The exclusive-use lodge sits on the banks of Lake Väkkärä, 200km north of the Arctic Circle, offering a private and luxurious environment from which to enjoy this glorious icy landscape.

The Arctic Bath Hotel in Harads, Swedish Lapland is a unique concept of a floating hotel, surrounded by water which freezes over in the winter. At the centre of the main floating building is a plunge pool, carved into the ice during winter.

The original hotel made entirely from snow and ice, Ice Hotel in Swedish Lapland is literally one of the coolest places to stay in the world. Built to a new design each winter, guests are able to experience sleeping in temperatures of -5 degrees.

Lapland Guesthouse is a beautifully presented, family-run, cosy retreat offering a genuine Lapland experience in a remote village in the far north of Sweden. This is the perfect base from which to enjoy an array of wilderness activities.

Fredrik Broman's brainchild, the Aurora Safari Camp is testament to this professional photographers vision to bring the wonder of the African luxury camp to the Arctic Circle. This is a unique base in Lapland to husky sled, Aurora watch and snow-mobile.

In the heart of Swedish Lapland lies Loggers Lodge, a warm and welcoming cabin made for two, surrounded by trees, streams and breathtaking scenery. This is the perfect spot for those looking to really get away from it all.

For the perfect winter getaway, escape into the hypnotic white wilderness of Swedish Lapland with a night at Fjellborg Arctic Lodge on Lake Väkkärä. Live like a local with gourmet Arctic food, outdoor hot tub, and dog sled transfers.

Snowmobiling is a thrilling experience, as with the roar of the engine you’ll whip your way through the pine forests to a mountain peak for a spectacular view over the river valley, perhaps spotting a few wild reindeer along the way.

Explore the wilderness of Swedish Lapland by one of the more traditional methods of transport - snowshoes! Your private guide will teach you how to walk before leading you into the Taiga forest where wild moose and reindeer reside.

For a truly unique experience, enjoy a hovercraft adventure across the frozen waters of the Luleå Archipelago. Encounter towering icebergs, fields of pack ice and incredible views as you journey across the frozen sea to the outermost islands.

Try your hand at driving your own team of dogs over frozen lakes into the snowy wilderness of Swedish Lapland.

Visit a Sámi camp and learn about the culture of Lapland’s reindeer-herding people and enjoy the chance for dog sledding, ice fishing, snowshoeing and the thrill of snowmobiling in the Arctic wilderness on this exciting two-night winter break.

Enjoy a candle-lit dinner on the frozen arctic sea offering you a fantastic view of the starry sky and perhaps even the Northern Lights .

Enjoy the pristine and quiet nature of Swedish Lapland as you set out for a guided introduction to cross country skiing, where your guide will introduce you to the different popular techniques of cross country skiing.

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind dinner underneath the night sky at Ice Hotel's secluded wilderness camp. Your chef will serve up a delicious three-course dinner of local specialities while you relax on reindeer skins, looking out for the elusive Northern Lights.