Norwegian frontier town of Kirkenes, near the Finnish and Russian borders, is home to the spectacular and remote Kikenes Snowhotel. And, with its spectacular frozen rooms, designer Gamme Cabins and range of adventurous pursuits, it’s become something of a client favourite. Our featured itinerary includes a Northern Lights by snowmobile excursion and plenty of free time for further optional activities.
Classic Kirkenes Snowhotel Break
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At a glance…
A four-day break at the Kirkenes Snowhotel in the wilderness of northern Norway
» 4 day tailor-made break
» Accommodation: Superior A higher standard of accommodation with a better range and quality of facilities, often in a good location (typically 4 stars)
» Price from: £1,625 pp incl. flights
Day by day itinerary
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Day 1 » Arrive Kirkenes
Fly in to Kirkenes via Oslo and transfer to the SnowHotel. A welcome drink at the Ice Bar and tour of the hotel are followed by a sumptuous 3-course dinner by the open fire, before you retire for an unforgettable night – snug within thermal clothing and sleeping bag – in one of the freshly sculpted boutique Ice suites, surrounded by stunning frozen furniture and art.
Stay: Kirkenes Snowhotel, Norway
Meals: Dinner
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Days 2-3 » Kirkenes
For the next two nights transfer to a cosy Gamme Cabin, designed by Swiss architects in the style of traditional Sami hunting and fishing huts, but with tall one-way glass windows from which to gaze out onto the night sky. A night-time Northern Lights by Snowmobile tour is included, and your days can be filled with a fabulous choice of optional excursions, including husky sledding.
Stay: Kirkenes Snowhotel, Norway
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 » Depart Kirkenes
After a satisfying breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the UK.
Meals: Breakfast
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To book call us on:
At a glance…
A four-day break at the Kirkenes Snowhotel in the wilderness of northern Norway
» 4 day tailor-made break
» Accommodation: Superior A higher standard of accommodation with a better range and quality of facilities, often in a good location (typically 4 stars)
» Price from: £1,625 pp incl. flights
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