⛷️
Northern Hemisphere

Cross-Country Skiing

Explore Arctic and sub-arctic landscapes on classic Nordic skis. Extensive trail networks maintained in Finnish, Swedish, and Norwegian Lapland. All skill levels catered for.

📅Season: December to March
📍13 destinations
🌍Available in Arctic and Subarctic destinations.

🌌 Arctic

Brilliant aurora display over Abisko National Park, Sweden's aurora capital
9/10
💎 Hidden Gem
🇸🇪Sweden

Abisko

Aurora purists who want scientifically the clearest skies on Earth for northern lights viewing

NovDecJanFebMar
Northern Lights ToursAurora Sky Station+5 more
$155/day✈️ EasyExplore →
🇫🇮Finland
9/10

Enontekiö

Travellers seeking authentic Sami cultural immersion and intense Arctic wilderness with minimal crowds

OctNovDecJanFeb+1
Northern Lights ToursSami Cultural Experiences+5 more
$130/day⛺ ExpeditionExplore →
Ethereal green aurora over Luosto's pristine wilderness, Finnish Lapland
8/10
💎 Hidden Gem
🇫🇮Finland

Luosto

Couples and small groups seeking intimate Finnish Lapland aurora experiences away from the crowds

OctNovDecJanFeb+1
Northern Lights ToursSnowmobile Safari+5 more
$130/day🛤️ ModerateExplore →
Northern lights shimmer over the remote Muonio fell district of Finland
8/10
💎 Hidden Gem
🇫🇮Finland

Muonio

Husky enthusiasts and wilderness seekers wanting authentic Lapland without tourist crowds

OctNovDecJanFeb+1
Northern Lights ToursHusky Sledding+5 more
$115/day🛤️ ModerateExplore →
Aurora borealis glows above the Saariselkä fell wilderness in Finnish Lapland
8/10
🇫🇮Finland

Saariselkä

Skiers and snowmobilers who want aurora viewing combined with outstanding winter sports

OctNovDecJanFeb+1
Northern Lights ToursSnowmobile Safari+5 more
$135/day🛤️ ModerateExplore →
🇫🇮Finland
8/10

Sodankylä

Aurora enthusiasts who want a scientifically renowned location with genuine Finnish Lapland character

OctNovDecJanFeb+1
Northern Lights ToursSnowmobile Safari+4 more
$120/day🛤️ ModerateExplore →
🇷🇺Russia
7/10

Arkhangelsk

Experienced independent travellers seeking authentic Russian Arctic character and some of the world's lowest-cost aurora experiences

OctNovDecJanFeb+1
Northern Lights ToursNorthern Lights Photography+3 more
$80/day⛺ ExpeditionExplore →
🇸🇪Sweden
7/10

Jokkmokk

Cultural travellers who want authentic Sami experiences combined with excellent aurora viewing

OctNovDecJanFeb+1
Northern Lights ToursSami Cultural Experiences+5 more
$110/day🛤️ ModerateExplore →
Northern lights illuminate the snowy wilderness outside Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland
7/10
🇫🇮Finland

Rovaniemi

Families and couples wanting the full Finnish Lapland winter magic with glass igloo stays

NovDecJanFebMar
Northern Lights ToursHusky Sledding+5 more
$130/day✈️ EasyExplore →
🇸🇪Sweden
6/10

Gammelstad

History and heritage travellers combining UNESCO culture with Swedish Lapland aurora viewing

NovDecJanFebMar
Northern Lights ToursCross Country Skiing+3 more
$110/day✈️ EasyExplore →
🇸🇪Sweden
6/10

Luleå

Budget travellers wanting an affordable Swedish Arctic base with unique ice road experiences

NovDecJanFebMar
Northern Lights ToursIce Fishing+4 more
$120/day✈️ EasyExplore →

❄️ Subarctic

Explore All Activities

← Back to All Activities