Ice Hotel Classic
From our Ice Hotel Expert:
‘Our Top Seller! A comprehensive ICEHOTEL holiday break including flights, a stay in an upgraded Art Suite and two exciting excursions to make the most of your stay.’
Summary:
Departs most days Dec - Mar
Comprehensive break with two excursions including the extended Husky trip where you learn how to drive
Upgraded cold night (Art Suite)
Return flights from the UK & resort transfers
Option to add on more activities & upgrade rooms
3 nights from £1,699 per person
Day 1: Ice Hotel, Warm Accommodation
Fly via Stockholm and arrive into Kiruna, the nearest airport to the ICEHOTEL. Transfer to the ICEHOTEL by shared vehicle (approx. 15 minutes) where you will be given your thermal clothing and boots to keep throughout your stay.
For dinner, you have the choice of two restaurants; the Ice hotel Restaurant or the Homestead which is a short walk into the village and more casual. We will make table reservations for you and you can settle your bill upon check out.
Later you will no doubt wish to enjoy a drink in the Ice Bar and maybe you will see the Northern Lights in the sky on your way back to your room.
Tonight will be your first of two nights warm accommodation. These take the form of standard hotel rooms or chalets, and we can discuss the options with you. Some are 2-bedroom units which are great for families or friends.
Day 2: Ice Hotel, Warm Accommodation & Northern Lights by Snowmobile
After waking up, enjoy a complimentary sauna before heading over the road to the Ice Hotel restaurant for breakfast.
Today is at leisure (consider pre booking an additional activity or excursion). You will have time to explore the wonderful ice creations by the ice artists from all over the world. The hotel is open as a visitors attraction until late afternoon so there is plenty of time to see as many different rooms as possible, as well as the chapel. You may also want to venture down into the small village of Jukkasjärvi to explore the outdoor Sami museum and local church.
This evening is one of the exciting highlights of the trip; the Northern Lights by shared snowmobile excursion with 2-course traditional dinner. You will go in search of the magical Northern Lights in the unspoiled wilderness surrounding the ICEHOTEL. Away from all artificial lights, your eyes will be drawn upwards towards the heavens and, should conditions permit, the colourful waves of Lady Aurora. An evening meal is served in a wilderness camp during which your guide will tell you truths and tales about the celestial phenomenon. You will depart around 1930 and return around 2300hrs.
Overnight in warm accommodation.
Day 3: Ice Hotel, Art Suite & Extended Husky Excursion
After breakfast you will join a very special, extended Trap Line Dog Sled Excursion with light lunch where you can learn to mush your own husky sled. You will be collected from the Ice hotel and driven to the kennels which is owned by well-known local family who have won awards for their excursions. This is one of our top recommendations and we always receive excellent feedback from our clients who take part.
The kennels of Bert Ove Johansson are located in Laxforsen 10km from Kiruna, and have been certified by the ‘Nature’s Best’ environmental award. After meeting your team of huskies at the kennels, you will depart for a tour of the surrounding Arctic wilderness. Watch the white landscape glide past from your seat or from the mushers/driver’s position – It is a truly wonderful experience.
Light refreshments will be served in a wilderness hut whilst the guide tells stories about the huskies and the traditional way of light and survival techniques used in the area. It is possible to take a short snow shoe walk in the surroundings of the hut. Return to kennels by dog sled. One passenger is included to learn in the main cost, you can pay a supplement for a private sled each. Children are required to sit in the guides sled.
In the afternoon, you can enjoy a range of activities at the Ice Hotel such as a Moose Safari, Ice Sculpting, Snowshoeing, Reindeer Safari. You can also have a walk down to the village church and visit the outdoor Sami Museum.
Tonight will be the highlight of your trip, your chance to sleep on Ice in your upgraded Art Suite, or why not upgrade to an Deluxe Suite if you want your own private luxury bathroom. You will be issued with your sleeping bag and guided on how to get a good night sleep. We will also provide a guide and tips on what to pack and how to make the most of your experience before you travel.
Overnight in an Art Suite.
Day 4: Home
Sadly, today it is time to leave magical Swedish Lapland. After breakfast you may have some free time depending on your flight arrangements before your transfer to Kiruna airport for your flight via Stockholm back to London.
Extend your stay: Stay extra nights or stop – over in Stockholm on your outward or return journey . We can make these arrangements for you, ask for details.
Inclusions:
Flights from London, ask about other departure points
Return Kiruna airport transfers
1 night in an upgraded Art Suite, 2 nights in warm accommodation
Northern Lights by shared snowmobile excursion with traditional dinner
Extended Trap Line Husky Dog Sled excursion with light lunch (learn how to mush yourselves)
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch & 1 dinner
Table reservations for dinner
Thermal clothing hire
Exclusive ‘ICEHOTEL’ dossier written by our Ice Hotel expert Oliver
Instructions and guidance on how to sleep well in your cold accommodation
A guided tour of the ICEHOTEL
You own personal ICEHOTEL diploma
ATOL & ABTA protection for your financial security
RB Collection ‘VIP Experience’ service
Optional Extras:
Deluxe Suite upgrade
Airport transfer by husky sled
Stop-over in Stockholm
Extra nights
Twin with another amazing hotel such as the Tree Hotel in the West of Sweden
Useful Information:
Prices are based on 2 people sharing in low season. Prices will vary depending on current availability, we strongly advise booking early
We offer a fully flexible service using any scheduled flight and hotel combination
Departures on most days of the week from London (other airports may be possible depending on the day of the week and may require an overnight in Stockholm)
Main winter season is from mid December to March (the ICEHOTEL 365 building is open all-year-round however snow based activities only operate during the winter season
Travel mid-week and avoid school holidays and bank holidays for better value
Solo traveller supplements are approximately 50%
