Family Fun in a Winter Wonderland

Your trip begins at the Arctic Retreat tucked away deep in the forests of Swedish Lapland, north of the Arctic Circle. This is the Râne River Valley. an incredible landscape for relaxing and enjoying everything from snowmobiling and cross-country skiing to snowshoe walks and time in a traditional sauna. And of course, when there’s good weather conditions and a clear sky, you’ll head out after dinner in search of the awe-inspiring natural light display, the Northern Lights.

Next, you’ll spend the night in a unique hotel in the wilderness of Swedish Lapland, with an option of booking the one-of-a-kind Treehotel. Here, kids and big kids alike will revel in the chance to climb up into a giant treehouse nestled high up in the pine forest canopy – from this vantage point, you’ll be treated to spectacular views of the Lule River, snow-covered forest and winter skies. Wherever you stay, there are plenty of activities on offer, whether you want to explore the forest on foot or by bike, kayak along the river or simply relax in a sauna.

Enjoy learning more about Sámi culture during your stay at Sápmi Nature Camp, run by Lennart Pittja who grew up in a reindeer-herding Sámi family. The team’s love and respect for the animals and nature that surrounds them is clear as is their passion for sharing their knowledge about Sámi life.

The camp owner’s family spend their year taking care of the reindeer and you’ll get to meet them and see what it’s really like on a working farm. During your visit, they’ll talk you through the year and seasons in Sápmi and how the changing world and climate is affecting their life.

Enjoy your days exploring Stockholm, Sweden’s beautiful capital. Set over 14 islands, it’s a place of water and greenery as much as the urban, a place where centuries of history meet the constant forward thinking nature of its near 1 million inhabitants. As well as fine museums, trend-setting restaurants and vibrant nightclubs, a short cruise out of the city will find you among the thousands of beautiful islands that make up the Stockholm archipelago, making this a city that feels surprisingly outdoorsy.