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Captivating Lulea vacation

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5D/4N

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The northernmost city in Sweden and the capital of Norrbotten County is Lulea. It has its fair share of world-class restaurants and a perfect base point for all kinds of Arctic activities in Sweden.  

Visit Lulea to go on an exciting icebreaker cruise and take the opportunity to walk on the sea literally. Explore the Norrbottens Museum and the Gammelstad Church Town, showcasing ...

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome To Lulea

  • New York to Lulea
  • airport to hotel
  • Stay Included

  • Take off the flight from New York to Lulea.  
  • Upon arrival at Lulea Airport, get transferred to Elite Stadshotellet Lulea, which is your accommodation.  
  • Elite Stadshotellet Lulea is a 4-star property located in the center of the city, close to entertainment and shopping.  
  • Enjoy staying in one of the tastefully decorated rooms and the amenities provided in this hotel dating back to the 1900s.  
  • Spend the rest of the day at leisure.  
  • Get some refreshing sleep and get ready for the amazing adventure ahead.

Day 2

Arctic Explorer – Icebreaker Cruise

  • Icebreaker excursion
  • Breakfast
  • Central Lulea-Cruise Terminal
  • Cruise Terminal- Central Lulea

  • Savor mouthwatering breakfast at the hotel.  
  • Get ready to go on a 2-hour guided icebreaker excursion.  
  • Reach central Lulea on your own, where you will be picked up by bus.  
  • The bus will take you to the cruise terminal. From there, get on the boat.  
  • During the cruise, you will get the chance to hear the sound of ice blocks crushing against the boat.  
  • Go for a stroll on the frozen waters and savor a hot beverage on the ice.  
  • Take the opportunity to swim among the ice floes in a survival suit (Shoes, warm clothes, and equipment are included). 
  • Get back to Lulea by bus from the cruise terminal.  
  • Explore Lulea on your own in the afternoon.  
  • Visit the Gammelstad Church Town and marvel at the well-preserved wooden houses.  
  • Next, visit the Nederlulea Church, built in the 1400’s.  
  • Explore the Norrbottens Museum, showcasing the art, culture, and local history.  
  • You may even spend time offshore in the Bay of Bothnia and visit any of the 1000 islands with cottages and beaches.  
  • Return to the hotel to get a good sleep after the tiring day.

Icebreaker excursion   (80 minutes)

Day 3

Optional Activities & Northern Lights Hunting

  • Northern lights hunt
  • Breakfast

  • Savour breakfast and participate in an optional winter activity.  
  • You may participate in a dog sledding trip.  
  • Choose to go to a husky farm where an experienced instructor will show you the basics of driving the sled.  
  • The instructor will drive first and show you the way through the forest.  
  • Get back to camp and enjoy hot drinks and sandwiches in the barbeque hut.  
  • Visit a reindeer and moose park to see the biggest wild animal of Scandinavia.  
  • You can even feed the moose with your hand.  
  • Get picked up in central Lulea for a guided hunt for the Aurora Borealis in the evening.  
  • If the weather permits, you may witness the phenomenal northern lights.  
  • Swedish fika will be served during the trip, along with something hot to drink.  
  • Return to the hotel after the exhilarating day.

Northern lights hunt   (120 minutes)

Day 4

Spa Day at Arctic Bath

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Hotel- Artic Bath, Harads
  • Stay Included

  • After a tasty breakfast, check out of the hotel and get transferred to the Arctic Bath, Harads.  
  • Arctic Bath is a floating spa hotel on the shore of the Lulea River in Harads- a small municipality.   
  • Check into the hotel and get relaxed in the comfortable ambiance.  
  • The spa facilities include 2 dry saunas, a steam sauna, 2 outdoor jacuzzis, and the famous cold river bath.  
  • You may treat yourself to a soothing massage.  
  • Witness the amazing Aurora Borealis from your cabins at Artic Bath.  
  • Enjoy your dinner in the Arctic Bath Water Cabin and get some sleep.

Day 5

Last day of the trip

  • Lulea to New York
  • Breakfast
  • Hotel To Airport

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and complete the check-out process.  
  • Reach the Lulea airport on time via a private car and board your flight back home.  
  • Have a wonderful flight homewards.

  • Transfer
  • Stay Included
  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Dinner as per Itinerary
  • Excursion on Arctic Explorer Icebreaker (Guided)
  • Hunting tour of the Northern Lights by car (Guided)
  • Enjoying dinner in Arctic Bath Water Cabin

Hotels

Day 1-2-3

LULEA

Elite Stadshotellet Luleå

Day 4

Harads

Arctic Bath Water Cabin

  • Return flights from New York 
  • Private arrival and departure airport transfer  
  • Accommodation at “Elite Stadshotellet Lulea”- 3 nights  
  • Accommodation at “Arctic Bath”- 1 night  
  • Return bus transfer Lulea Central – Arctic Explorer Icebreaker 
  • S.I.C Basis Aurora Borealis tour 
  • Breakfast- 4  
  • Dinner –1  
  • Excursion on Arctic Explorer Icebreaker  
  • Northern Lights Hunting by car (Guided) 
  • Private Transfer from Elite Stadshotellet Lulea to Arctic Bath, Harads 
  • Private Transfer from Arctic Bath, Harads – Lulea airport 
  • Travel Insurance 
  • Meals and Beverages not mentioned in inclusions  
  • Personal Expenses, Tips & Luggage Handling  
  • Optional Activities (husky safari)  
  • Transfer to the Meeting Points

Hotel included in package:

Starting from:

$4062 $4874

per adult on twin sharing

Destination covered

Lulea

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Lulea Package for 4 nights and 5 days : Frequently asked questions

The best time to visit Lulea is from July to August, as the weather is optimal for encountering northern lights or going on excursions.

No, travel insurance is not mandatory, but it does offer a protection shield.