7-Nights Midnight Sun Escape: Kakslauttanen & Utsjoki - Active & Adventure from $6,764

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Arrive in Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort

Transfer: Ivalo Airportto Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort

Hotel: Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort (4 Star Rating)

Kakslauttanen is Europe's leading premium arctic resort located 150 miles north of the Arctic Circle in Finnish Lapland. On offer is four seasons of incredible beauty of arctic wilderness in high-quality facilities with the midnight sun and northern lights. The resort is world-famous for the glass igloos, Northern lights and Midnight sun. Add to this a wide array of winter and Finnish activities on hand and you have the perfect platform to head north of the Arctic "bathe" under the Northern Lights!

There are two big husky farms right next door to Kakslauttanen. It won't take you long to get a feel for steering huskies, and before you know it, you'll be sledding through the wilderness drawn by these eager and friendly dogs. No gas fumes, no rumbling engines - just you and the call of the wild.

Gold mining has taken place in Kakslauttanen for centuries. Many have been seriously struck with gold fever, and they have remained in Lapland for life. At the gold-panning site, you’ll get to try your luck. And if you choose, you can go beyond experimenting, you could pan enough gold to make a ring for your loved one while celebrating a summer wedding with us.

An extraordinary safari on an ATV (all-terrain vehicle) you get to ride in diverse terrain and see Lapland’s nature open in a completely different way than in winter. Two guests share one quad bike.

The rolling fells of Lapland are made for horse riding. The vast landscapes and the great silence makes this adventure a truly exceptional and captivating experience. Roaming the wide-open wilderness on a Finnish horse, you’ll find it hard to avoid the feeling of a little cowboy-or-cowgirl awakening within you.

For centuries, sauna has been an integral part of Finnish culture. Even today you can still find out the traditional sauna at Kakslauttanen where we have the sauna is heated for hours for optimal experience. Step in, smell the wood and feel the comfortable warmth and moist on your skin. Sit down back close your eyes and allow your mind and body to rest. To complete the experience, you can swim in the lake or take a cold shower. Also, you might want to return to the sauna afterwards!

Transfer: Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort to Utsjoki Arctic Resort

Hotel: Utsjoki Arctic Resort (3 Star Rating)

Utsjoki Arctic Resort is a unique destination on two of the greatest salmon rivers in Europe. The rooms, suites and Kelo-Glass Igloos are the height of Northern Luxury, a combination of incredible views, stunning nature and first-class service.

Lapland’s best known natural treasures are berries and mushrooms. The impact of night less night is extraordinary, due to high exposure to sunlight in a short period of time, the regions berries and mushrooms are both tasty and packed with vitamins.

The king crab is a Northern delicacy, unique in flavour and appearance. These giants are harvested from the Arctic Ocean in Norway, and this is your opportunity to catch your dinner! There is no need to fear the cold either, as we will have you dressed for the weather.

Hiking around Utsjoki offers access to the northernmost municipality in Finland and the European Union, characterized by its Arctic wilderness. The region features vast wilderness areas like Paistunturi and Kaldoaivi, alongside the deep Kevojoki River canyon within the Kevo Strict Nature Reserve. Its landscape is defined by open fell tops, picturesque river valleys, and ancient juniper trees, shaped by Ice Age glaciers.

River boat ride (3 hours) on Teno River in Utsjoki, known for remote wilderness scenery and dramatic river valleys. Experience Arctic nature and salmon-rich landscapes in a relaxing journey on the water inclusive of picnic lunch and returns transfers.

Transfer: Utsjoki Arctic Resort to Ivalo Airport