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Lapland Adventure: 4 Nights

Self-guided rail journey from Stockholm to Arctic Kiruna via night train

Illustration of Lapland Adventure: 4 Nights

Euroventure's Lapland Adventure is a 4-night self-guided rail tour from Stockholm to the Arctic town of Kiruna, with a stop in Abisko. The journey unfolds over four days, starting with exploration of Stockholm's Old Town and the ABBA Museum. A night train carries you north for about 17 hours to Abisko, where the Aurora Sky Station cable car lifts you high above a national park for Northern Lights viewing. A short day train then takes you to Kiruna, the gateway to the Arctic Circle, where reindeer herds graze and the famous IceHotel stands. Euroventure supplies all rail tickets, accommodation in tested hotels or hostels, walking directions, a personalised travel booklet, and 24-hour emergency support. This trip suits first-time rail travellers and independent explorers who prefer planning their own days but want the backbone of transport and lodging arranged.

What to know before you look closer

  • Day 4 is a departure day only; the journey ends in Kiruna with no guided activities listed.
  • The night train from Stockholm to Abisko runs about 17 hours; sleeper comfort level is not described in the package details.
  • IceHotel accommodation is optional and costs extra; the base package offers hotels or hostels in Kiruna.
  • Northern Lights viewing depends on weather and aurora activity; the cable car gives you a vantage point but sightings are not guaranteed.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Stockholm

    Stockholm (1 night)

    Wander the cobbled streets of the old town, admire the colourful skyline from a boat tour, and visit the ABBA museum.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Abisko

    Stockholm to Abisko (1 night)

    Night train to Abisko (about 17 hours). Take a cable car up the mountain to see the Northern Lights and admire pristine national park scenery.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Kiruna

    Abisko to Kiruna (1 night)

    Train to Kiruna (about 2 hours). Gateway to the Arctic Circle; optional upgrade to a warm or 'cold' room at the famous IceHotel, plus a trip to meet Lapland reindeer.

  4. Day 4rail

    Depart from Kiruna

    Trip concludes in Kiruna; the quickest way home is a flight from Stockholm (via Kiruna), or take the train to Stockholm via Amsterdam and Copenhagen.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Explore the cobbled streets of Stockholm's Old Town and visit the ABBA Museum.
  • Day 2Overnight night train to Abisko (about 17 hours); ride the Aurora Sky Station cable car to view the Northern Lights above the national park.
  • Day 3Train to Kiruna (about 2 hours); optionally upgrade to a warm or 'cold' ice room at the IceHotel and meet Lapland reindeer.

Included

  • All overland transport tickets from the first to the last city, as shown in the key
  • Compulsory seat reservations on high-speed rail, night trains or ferries
  • Accommodation in top-rated, centrally located hostels or hotels, tested by us
  • Walking directions between the stations and your booked accommodation
  • Optional activities at partner hotels
  • A personalised travel booklet with maps, language guides, top tips, and more
  • Peace of mind with alternative travel included if there is a strike or similar disruption
  • Access to a 24hr emergency phone number while you're away
  • 1GB of free data, with the option to add more anytime with eSIM

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. Euroventure includes all overland transport tickets from Stockholm to Kiruna, plus compulsory seat reservations on the night train and day trains.
Is this trip guided or self-guided?
Self-guided. Euroventure provides walking directions between stations and your accommodation, a personalised travel booklet with maps and tips, and a 24-hour emergency phone number, but no guide accompanies you.
What trains do I take?
A night train from Stockholm to Abisko (about 17 hours) and a day train from Abisko to Kiruna (about 2 hours).
What accommodation is included?
Top-rated, centrally located hotels or hostels in Stockholm, Abisko, and Kiruna. IceHotel upgrades (warm or 'cold' ice room) in Kiruna cost extra.
When does this trip run?
The operator does not list specific departure dates in the available information. Contact Euroventure to confirm availability.
What is not included?
Flights, meals (except as part of hotel options), IceHotel room upgrades, optional activities like the reindeer visit, and any transport to or from Stockholm before Day 1.

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