Sweden : Sami Experience

Departures: December to April Duration: 3 nights Price: from £971

This short break based in Kiruna above the Arctic Circle, gives a brief but fascinating insight into the life of the Sami, the indigenous peoples of Lapland. Combine culture, activities and perhaps a stay in a Sami Lavvu or the ICEHOTEL, and have a wonderful winter getaway.

 

Introduction

This trip is aimed at those with an interest in the Sami culture and way of life. The optional excursions have been designed not only to provide a fun activity but they are guided by experts eager to share their wealth of knowledge about local history. One snowmobile tour in particular is guided by a true Sami and participants gain an insight into the world of reindeer herding and how the lives of the Sami have been linked with this amazing animal for thousands of years.

All snowmobile tours begin and end at the fascinating Mattarahkka Craft Centre where you may watch demonstrations of leatherwork, bone carving and delicate silverware being fashioned by local Sami in authentic designs handed down by generations. You’ll have time after the snowmobile tours to visit the art gallery. The Sami-inspired hotel offered for this holiday is very close to the town centre of Kiruna and run by a local family – the welcome is genuinely warm and friendly. find out more ».

For a range of excursions and activities available, please contact our team.

About this Holiday

 

Sweden Map

Map click for larger map »
 

We had the most amazing, awe inspiring holiday in Lapland. It's the stuff dreams are made of, only we didn't have to dream it, we lived it!

Baz and Jacqui Wilkinson, Sami Experience
Show Me More»
 

About Sweden Short Break Holidays

 

View Similar Trips

Sweden Short Break holidays»
Other holidays in Sweden»
Other Short Break holidays»


   Call 01737 214 250    Request a quote

As destination specialists we pride ourselves on our ability to tailor-make any holiday to suit you. If you would like us to adapt or create an itinerary to your personal requirements then contact us today.

Complete booking form | Send this page to a friend | Bookmark this page

Our Favourites

Great Barrier Reef Cruise
4 nights from £1,180

Explore Australia's secluded tropical islands on a relaxing cruise

tell me more»

Our Favourites

Iceland Volcano Explorer
8 nights from £1,046

Explore Iceland's volcanic wonders on this exclusive self drive.

tell me more»

Our Favourites

Real New Zealand 4x4
21 nights from £1,447

Explore NZ off the beaten track on a classic 4x4 self drive adventure

tell me more»

Our Favourites

Killer Whales & Northern Lights
4 nights from £850

Take a thrilling short break combining orca watching with the aurora.

tell me more»

Our Favourites

Discovering Skane
10 nights from £1,463

Self drive around Sweden's picturesque and historic south.

tell me more»

Our Favourites

Around Spitsbergen
7 nights from £3,119

Join an adventure cruise around this high Arctic island.

tell me more»

Our Favourites

Pacific Coast Experience
10 nights from £1,142

Take the ultimate self-drive adventure along Canada's west coast.

tell me more»

YOUR NEXT STEP

Send us an enquiry

Request a quote

Tailor make your holiday

Or simply call us today on 01737 214 250

Fly direct to the Icehotel in 3.5 hours

Northern Lights Flight

Watch Icehotel Videos

Our Sweden Team

Sweden and Norway
"Simply enjoy the supreme natural beauty of Scandinavia"
Meet the team »

Our Brochures

Northern Lights & Icehotel

Read online | Order by post

Text Size: a a a