Lofoten - Les 5 meilleurs circuits pour découvrir la Laponie
Lofoten - The 5 best tours to discover Lapland © jenyateua - Adobe Stock

Between the northern lights and nature as far as the eye can see, Lapland feeds our travel dreams with its sublime images. This transnational region shares its wonders with Sweden, Norway, Finland and even Russia. In Lapland, nature predominates, and there are more reindeer than inhabitants. This winter, fill up on snow-covered mountain landscapes with our top 5 Lapland tours.

1- Finnish Lapland tour, on the edge of the Arctic paths

Circuits en Laponie - hiver en Finlande
Winter in Finland © BlueOrange Studio - Adobe Stock

Departing from Rovaniemi, this 10-day tour takes you to northern Finland, to the very edge of Lapland. In winter, the town dons its thick coat of snow to create a magical atmosphere. Here, you can watch the Northern Lights, before heading off to Tromsø, your final stop. There, discover the fjords and watch the whales. On this tour, you'll learn more about the Sami culture, including on a reindeer sleigh ride.

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Highlights of this Lapland tour :

  • Northern lights viewing
  • Visit Rovaniemi
  • Immersion in Sami culture

2- Northern lights with this tour of Norwegian Lapland

Aurore boréale en Norvège
Northern lights in Norway © Fridimedia - Adobe Stock

To discover Lapland on this tour, you'll arrive in Tromsø, in northern Norway. You'll have time to explore this fascinating northern town, before heading off into the wilderness. On this 8-day tour, you'll explore the surrounding nature and snow-covered fjords. You'll spend a night in a Sami camp, after a visit to a reindeer farm. From there, take a reindeer sleigh ride, learn about Sami culture and feed the animals.

Activities to book if you're interested in this tour of Norwegian Lapland, you can request a free quote from our partner by clicking on this link.

Highlights of this Lapland tour :

  • Discover Tromsø
  • Immersion in Sami culture
  • Observe the Northern Lights

3- Christmas magic in Finnish Lapland

circuits Laponie - Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi - Finland © AntonAntonovv - Adobe Stock

This short 5-day tour is based exclusively in and around Rovaniemi. Discover this magical"Santa Claus town" on an ideal holiday trip. You'll have the opportunity to spend an unusual night in an ice igloo, and another under the Northern Lights. A wide range of activities are available, including ice skating and ice sculpting.

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Highlights of this Lapland tour :

  • A stay steeped in the magic of Christmas
  • Northern lights viewing
  • Night in an ice igloo

4- From Stockholm to Swedish Lapland

Stockholm
Stockholm © Nikolay N. Antonov - Adobe Stock

This 8-day tour takes you on a voyage of discovery through Sweden. Departing from Stockholm, you'll have three days to discover the city and its archipelago, before heading off to the far north. You'll reach Swedish Lapland by night train, a unique experience. On arrival at the Gulf of Bothnia, you'll stay in a floating spa hotel. Take advantage of the many winter activities on offer, and watch the northern lights far from the city.

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The advantages of this Lapland tour :

  • Environmentally-friendly night train journey
  • Northern lights viewing
  • Unusual stay in a floating hotel

5- Winter tour of the Lofoten and Vesteralen Islands

Îles Lofoten
Lofoten Islands - Norway - Best Lapland Tours © tunedin - Adobe Stock

This 10-day tour takes you to the very north of Norway, to the Lofoten and Vesteralen Islands. You'll have your own vehicle, equipped with snow tires so you can drive with peace of mind. Your trip begins with the discovery of the Vesteralen Islands, with their vertical relief, fishing villages and turquoise waters. Your first accommodation is on the edge of the fjord, far from the city lights, so you can watch the northern lights. You'll then head to the Lofoten Islands for the rest of your stay.

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The advantages of this Lapland tour :

  • Private car to get around as you please
  • Northern lights viewing
  • Kayaking in the fjords

When to go to Lapland to see the northern lights?

Many travelers choose to go to Lapland to observe the northern lights, but you should be aware that they are not visible all year round. You'll need favorable weather conditions, notably clear skies, and to be far enough away from the light pollution of cities. The best period is from September to March, when the nights are long and the sky is clear.