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6 days
Embark on a bucket-list escape with like-minded travellers on this fully-escorted guided tour of northern Finland. The dark skies are perfect for stargazing and searching for the Northern Lights. We've included an Aurora workshop, an Aurora hunt by car, plus two evenings of sky-watching at a secluded Aurora Camp so that you can enjoy the beautiful skies of the far north. Day-time activities include a husky safari, snowmobile safari and a winter walk to a snow-covered beauty spot Jäniskoski rapids. Furthermore, you will also enjoy an Astro presentation from your expert guide to discuss all there is to know about the night sky. And the best bit? You don't need to research, plan, or organise a single aspect. Our knowledgeable Travel Experts have hand-picked quality wilderness hotels, superb activities and designed a well-balanced itinerary to offer you a stress-free and rewarding holiday. During this fully-escorted tour, you will immerse yourself in the unrivalled landscapes of northern Finland during this 5-night trip, staying at two unique wilderness hotels. Located deep in dark-sky territory, this guided tour begins with three nights at Wilderness Hotel Juutua, which is located in the small village of Inari. The area has been of huge significance for the indigenous Sámi people for centuries. With its abundance of tradition and local culture, this destination provides a restorative escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. For your final two nights of the tour, you will stay in a glass-roofed Aurora Cabin at Wilderness Hotel Muotka, nestled amongst the trees and with fantastic views of the night sky. Both properties are much loved for their endearing hospitality, Nordic décor and brilliant guides. This region of northern Finland boasts a Northern Lights track record that approaches or surpasses other popular Arctic destinations, and it is a fantastic place to enjoy evenings stargazing with minimal light pollution and beautifully dark skies. Your Escorted Tour Guides   Dan Monk  Dan Monk is the Director of the Gillian Dickinson Astro-Imaging Academy at Kielder Observatory in Northumberland. He has always been fascinated by the night sky and constellations. One Christmas, he received a telescope and would gaze into the sky from his back garden at every opportunity. Growing up in Sunderland, Dan's visibility of the night sky was limited by light-pollution from the city, but his passion continued to develop and through his teen years, he invested in more advanced telescopes. Visiting Kielder Observatory was a significant moment for Dan as he relished in the undisturbed dark skies of western Northumberland. After volunteering at the observatory, Dan became a full-time member of the team and began his dream role.   Most recently, Dan has developed a keen interest in astrophotography and a hunger to capture an image of the perfect night sky. Dan was recently interviewed by Dan Walker on Channel 5 news to discuss the recent Northern Lights sightings in the UK. Dedicated to his field, he insisted he would have to do a pre-record as he didn't want to miss any further sightings that evening.   We are delighted to have Dan's passion and expertise for what promise to be truly memorable escorted tours through Northern Finland. Matt Robinson Matt Robinson will be our other tour guide for our escorted tours. Matt, also worked at the Kielder Observatory with Dan as well as hailing from the hotbed of astronomy talent that is Sunderland.  Matt's first experience in astronomy was in 1997, when his uncle showed him Comet Hale Bopp through some binoculars and since then he hasn't looked back.   After a wonderful 18 months at Kielder Observatory, Matt was given opportunities to work in astronomy in other parts of the world. These opportunities have allowed him to live in the Arctic Circle in Finland and Norway under the spectacular Aurora Borealis. Matt has also spent time in the Maldives where he worked as an astronomer in an Instagram famous hotel, and even to Chile where he covered an unforgettable total solar eclipse.  Matt is now based in Gothenburg, Sweden as our astronomy expert and tour guide. About Kielder ObservatoryKielder Observatory is one of the most remarkable places to visit in the whole of the UK. A public astronomical observatory which is second to none, under some of the darkest skies in the world where you'll find "infinite inspiration" and wonders you could never have imagined! Kielder Observatory is a public outreach astronomical facility located in Kielder Forest, in some of the darkest skies in Europe and the third largest protected Dark Sky reserve in the world. Located in Northumberland, England. It is situated just half a mile from the Scottish border on Black Fell near James Turrell's Kielder Skyspace. The site was chosen as one of the locations in the UK which has the least amount of intrusive light pollution. The primary function of the observatory is outreach via public events. The goal being to bring in members of the public of all ages from school children in primary school, and upward. The aim being to engage in discussions and observations of the Universe. We to do this in a way that is friendly, informative and interesting, through our amazing team of astronomers, guest speakers and volunteers. The observatory hosts upwards of 40 of these amazing events every month, designed for members of the public. Since its opening in 2008, the observatory has played host to tens of thousands of people to observe and engage with the night sky, via talks, activities and telescope observing sessions.
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5 days
The Northern Lights Village Resort's newest addition, Pyhä, is the epitome of the ultimate Finnish vacation. With majestic, wintry scenery in abundance and an extensive offering of exciting activities, Pyhä promises to guarantee guests an unforgettable Nordic escape. Markku Inkilä and his wife, Susanna, proudly present their newest venture, Pyhä. Combining Markku's expertise in Northern Lights Photography and Susanna's passion for customer service along with their reputable experience of delivering one of Scandinavia's most successful Lapland resorts, you'll struggle to find a reason not to visit. This trip's itinerary ticks every Arctic holiday bucket list item. From reindeer and husky safaris to snowmobiling and hunting the Aurora Borealis, if there are any other activities on your wish list then please speak to our Travel Experts who will be very happy to discuss the range of additional activities available. Northern Lights Village Pyhä is a spectacular destination which you can fully enjoy with the peace of mind that everything has been organised by dedicated experts and carefully selected for you to create this extremely popular holiday.
4 days
Escape the winter crowds during this 3-night autumn holiday to breathtaking Finnish Lapland. Jeris is a wilderness region away from light pollution and with an excellent Aurora track record. During autumn, you may see the Northern Lights reflect off the unfrozen Lake Jerisjärvi.   Jeris enjoys an idyllic setting close to the borders of Pallas Ylläs National Park in the northwest corner of Finnish Lapland. Autumn here is a time of change. The landscapes transform into vibrant colour, wildlife becomes more active as it prepares for the long winter, and the nights draw longer following 24 hours of daylight during the summer. This combination makes for the perfect Aurora hunting escape, as not only can you potentially witness captivating displays, but you can also enjoy 'Ruska' which is a local word used to describe the changing colours of the leaves which takes place for around two to three weeks each year (timing varies, depending on the weather).   A Northern Lights display in autumn can rival those of winter, particularly given the location of the accommodation at the edge of Lake Jerisjärvi. You can potentially get two displays for the price of one here, as the dancing lights flicker off the unfrozen lake. Jeris is at the heart of the Aurora Zone and the lack of light pollution due to the surrounding wilderness makes for prime Aurora viewing conditions.   The dramatic changes of the Finnish Ruska season are reflected in the forest and the growth of seasonal produce.    You'll spend your last night under the stars in an Aurora Hut, surrounded by nature. With pleasant, cosy décor and floor to ceiling windows on one wall, you'll feel immersed in the wilderness during your glamping experience. With the right conditions, you may witness a Northern Lights display from the comfort of your bed.   This autumn holiday to Jeris offers a peaceful escape, away from the winter crowds. It is specifically designed for seeking out the Aurora but we have also made sure to include a fantastic daytime activity which will introduce you to the cultural aspect of Lapland and the vibrant changes of the autumn season.
FLIGHTS INCLUDED
5 days
Escape to the wilderness of Finnish Lapland on this activity-filled, 4-night break to Wilderness Hotel Nangu. This adults-only (16+) hotel positions you in a remote destination, ideal for searching for the Northern Lights. You will also experience snowmobiling, a husky safari and reindeer farm visit and two Aurora camps. If you were to close your eyes and think of the perfect winter setting, what would you visualise? A snow-carpeted landscape, a location that feels almost in the middle of nowhere, warming hot drinks, toasty open fires, and cosy log buildings? If you spend a winter break at Wilderness Hotel Nangu, this idyll will be converted into reality... Wilderness Hotel Nangu sits on the remote southern shores of Lake Inari, perfectly positioned in a wintry haven that offers the ideal combination of relaxation, activities and Northern Lights viewpoints. Our four-night itinerary includes all of this, as we have rolled all the best activities into just three days. There's time to enjoy your accommodation in between, and three Northern Lights hunts in the evenings. By day, you will find yourself speeding over the frozen expanse of Lake Inari by snowmobile and guiding your own team of huskies, as well as visiting a local reindeer farm. By night, you will, of course, be on the lookout for the Aurora Borealis. Twice you'll travel by snowmobile-pulled sleigh as you venture towards a dedicated Aurora Camp, where a warming campfire waits for you. The third will be by snowmobile, so you can search further afield, hopefully escaping any localised cloud cover that might obscure the dazzling colours and formations of the lights. Your base for the duration is owned by, Jouko and Mari, who already oversee three of our most popular hotels which are in North East Lapland. We've worked with them for years and we know that they have been desperate to make their boutique hotel dreams a reality. Hotel Nangu was newly renovated in 2017, and offers elegant rooms, with the option to upgrade to superior rooms with panoramic windows. Not only does the hotel offer ultimate comfort, but it is open to adults only (16+) over winter for added tranquillity. So, make a dream a reality this year and experience a winter that you thought only your imagination could conjure up. Please note if you are travelling over New Year, you will enjoy a festive dinner and celebrations on the 31st of December.
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8 days
This really is it, the ultimate Northern Lights grand tour! Combining unique highlights of Sweden, Finland and Norway, this 7-night holiday allows you to tick off a huge array of bucket-list experiences. A night at the ICEHOTEL®, dog sledding, snowmobiling, glass-roofed accommodation, and searching for the Northern Lights in unforgettable locations are just some of the experiences you’ll have.

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The Aurora Zone is the UK's only holiday brand solely dedicated to sharing Mother Nature's greatest wonder. The Solar Cycle Maximum is occurring right now which makes the 2024/25 Aurora season set to be the best yet. During this peak, we see an increased number of sunspots on the Sun which in turn release more solar flares and coronal mass ejections that generate spectacular displays of the northern lights in the Aurora Zone. This upcoming aurora season is your best chance of seeing the magical Aurora Borealis. Choose your destination below…

Customer Reviews

We had the best time and made amazing memories!

The whole holiday was absolutely amazing! The accommodation was fantastic, the activities were brilliant with excellent guides. Everyone was very helpful. We had the best time and made amazing memories!
- by Tracy Fletcher

On our last night, we watched the northern lights from our bed for 2 hours

The 10km husky safari was tops, the guide was great and the dogs were amazing & happy. The ride through the forest was magical. It was cold -30 but the sun was out and it was crystal clear. Then the sky view suite did not disappoint. On our last night, we watched the northern lights from our bed for 2 hours Thank you this was a bucket list trip for me and I loved every minute
- by Zoe Herbert

Everything was amazing!

Everything was amazing! The experiences, the staff, the location & the accommodation were all superb. From arriving at the airport to leaving, we cannot fault anything of this great experience.
- by Alan Scott

We loved it so much

The most memorable part of the holiday was the silence & snow. We have been recommending friends and family to go and do something similar because we loved it so much. The hotel staff were fantastic - reception, restaurant, sauna and massage all excellent to a person.
- by Anna Bradley

Saw the Northern Lights on 3 nights !!

Saw the Northern Lights on 3 nights !! Husky safari and Reindeer sleigh ride were great. Our favourite experience was the snowmobile because we saw the Northern Lights, but loved Husky Safari too. It was one of the best breaks we have ever had !!
- by Carole Cope

Loved all aspects of the holiday

We enjoyed the husky sledding and visit to the Reindeer farm. Loved all aspects of the holiday. We had a fantastic time even though we didn't get to see the Northern Lights, but that is beyond your control. This was our first holiday of this type and we really enjoyed all of it. It will go down as one of our best holiday's ever! I would definitely recommend The Aurora Zone and the Wilderness Hotel to friends and family.
- by Frances James

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