Bjorkliden & Abisko
One of Simply Sweden's favourite locations in Sweden. Includes stunning scenery and the services of our local representatives.
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One of Simply Sweden's favourite locations in Sweden. Includes stunning scenery and the services of our local representatives.
Experience the magic of Björkliden. This is one of Simply Sweden's favourite locations in Sweden.
This picturesque and remote area of Swedish Lapland is widely recognised as one of the best locations in the world to witness the awe inspiring northern lights. Björkliden and Abisko are located high in the Swedish mountains just a few kilometres from the Norwegian border. The climate and geographical features mean this part of Sweden not only lies directly under the northern lights corridor but is also the perfect staging post for an enjoyable, relaxing and active holiday.
The Arctic and mountain scenery really are something special, the weather is naturally unpredictable and there is a relaxing, warm aura in the cosy lounge / reception area around the open fire. When the northern lights are on display Lake Torneträsk or Lapporten, the gigantic natural gateway to the mountains, provide the perfect backdrop for your northern lights photographs. In reception you will find a northern lights forecast for the coming days.
Simply step outside and you have the optimum viewing platform, high above Lake Törneträsk. Just a short walk away from the hotel there is an aurora viewing hut with a wide view across the northern skies. Here you can stay warm as you wait for the magical aurora to dance across the night sky.
The Simply Sweden experience
The northern lights opportunities, the scenery, the unique environment of the Lapland mountains. Many of our holidays in Swedish Lapland can be added to Björkliden. Just pick up the phone and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
You will have the services of our local representative on this holiday.
Thursday to Sunday (3 nights)
Thursday
Fly from UK to Kiruna in Lapland (via Stockholm).
Transfer from Kiruna airport to Bjorkliden (1hr30).
Mid-afternoon and warm welcome on arrival in Björkliden by our local representative.
Check into your accommodation and pick up warm outer clothing.
2 course evening meal.
Friday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Buffet lunch.
2 course evening meal.
Range of optional excursions.
Saturday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Buffet lunch.
2 course evening meal.
Range of optional excursions.
Sunday
Breakfast & check out with our local representative.
Departure for the airport (1hr30).
Flight back to the UK (via Stockholm).
Sunday to Thursday (4 nights)
Sunday
Fly from UK to Kiruna in Lapland (via Stockholm).
Transfer from Kiruna airport to Bjorkliden (1hr30).
Warm welcome on arrival in Björkliden by our local representative.
Check into your accommodation and pick up warm outer clothing.
2 course evening meal.
Evening at leisure.
Monday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Buffet lunch.
2 course evening meal.
Range of optional excursions.
Tuesday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Buffet lunch.
Afternoon at leisure.
2 course evening meal.
Range of optional excursions.
Wednesday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning at leisure.
Buffet lunch.
2 course evening meal.
Thursday
Breakfast & check out with our local representative.
Departure for the airport (1hr30).
Flight back to the UK (via Stockholm).
Welcome to the stunning scenery of the Swedish Mountains and what is recognised as one of the best places on earth to see the Northern Lights. Björkliden is located on the edge of Abikso National Park with amazing views over Lake Torneträsk and the gigantic natural gateway to the mountains, Lapporten. Between December and early February the main attractions are the scenery, the northern lights and the remoteness of this picturesque location. From early February Björkliden is a small ski resort popular with the Scandinavians.
You don't have to go far to see the northern lights – just step outside! Take some time to admire the mountain scenery or enjoy some of the excursions available to you.
Hotel Fjället
All rooms are en-suite and wifi is available throughout the hotel (not Kåppas Cabins). You can enjoy a relaxing drink in the reception lounge in front of the open fire. At the sports shop you can hire or buy everything you need during your stay in the mountains and from reception you can borrow board games and buy snacks, toiletries and souvenirs.
Kåppas Cabins
The cabins are between 2 to 5 minutes walk from the hotel reception and offer airy 2 bedroom accommodation with balcony / terrace and sauna. There is one double / twin room (plus a sofa bed) and one room with bunk beds – space for up to 5 people. These cabins are also equipped with TV and simple kitchen facilities including a microwave, dishwasher, fridge and hob, perfect for a family or those looking for a little bit of extra space and privacy offered by a cabin. You also have access to all the facilities at the hotel detailed above.
Step outside
At Björkliden it is possible to see the northern lights directly outside your hotel. There is an aurora viewing cabin just 10mins walk from the hotel.
Night Visit to Aurora Sky Station
Popular tour as Aurora Sky Station sits high in the mountain in Abisko National Park. Cosy cafe, souvenir shop and northern lights photo exhibition. 2020-0015. Not suitable for U12's.
£92 per person
Northern Lights - Lavvu Experience
Venture into the night time and mountain wilderness by snow shoe. Head for a traditional Sami Lavvu (tipi). This is a 2hr30 excursion into the surrounding beauty and with luck the northern lights will shimmer above! 2030-2300.
£70 per person
Lights Over Lapland Photo Tours
An outdoor photography course and a chance to capture the northern lights under the guidance and supervision of a professional photographer. Stunning scenic backdrops to your photos in this area. You will be provided with a camera, lens and tripod for the evening. A warm drink and 3hrs of chasing the northern lights included. 1915-2300.
£131 per person
Snowmobile Experience Tour (up to 4th Feb)
Discover Björkliden with a short snowmobile tour of this remote area in Swedish Lapland. The direction of this tour depends on the snow and weather conditions locally. 1030-1200.
£82 per person
Snowmobile Mountain Tour (from 4th Feb)
Discover Björkliden and the surrounding mountains with a snowmobile tour. Head to Låktatjåkko Mountain Station where you can purchase their famous waffles. 1030-1300.
£101 per person
Husky Excursion
Sit back, relax and enjoy the mountain scenery as your husky team glides silently through the snow covered forests in a magical tour taking you back in time. See why mountain transportation in yesteryear was often by husky. 2hr. 10am-12pm.
£132 per person
Snowshoe Tour
One of the best ways to see the mountain wilderness not matter what the conditions. Visit some of the guides favourite spots and enjoy the view! 1pm-2.45pm. Min age is 7yrs.
£35 per person
Skiing activities
Björkliden is home to a small but excellent ski resort. Everything you need for your skiing / snowboard holiday can be rented / purchased locally. The ski season starts on 5Feb and ends on 3May. The Northern Lights season is up to 29Mar.
Dates of note for 2015/16
15Nov - Björkliden opens
5Feb - The ski slopes open and skiing is available during the day. Björkliden is extremely busy this opening weekend.
27Mar - Northern lights season comes to an end.
Prices from
15Nov to 4Feb
£1115 per person Thursday to Sunday
£1340 per person Sunday to Thursday
4Feb to 27Mar
£1450 per person Thursday to Sunday
£1450 per person Sunday to Thursday
Prices are based on 2 people sharing a double / twin room and include the services of our local representatives.
Prices also include flights, transfers, full board (2 course evening meal) and warm outer clothing.
This holiday can be added to many of our holidays in Swedish Lapland >>
Please read some useful information about holidays in Sweden >>
Experience the magic of Björkliden. This is one of Simply Sweden's favourite locations in Sweden.
This picturesque and remote area of Swedish Lapland is widely recognised as one of the best locations in the world to witness the awe inspiring northern lights. Björkliden and Abisko are located high in the Swedish mountains just a few kilometres from the Norwegian border. The climate and geographical features mean this part of Sweden not only lies directly under the northern lights corridor but is also the perfect staging post for an enjoyable, relaxing and active holiday.
The Arctic and mountain scenery really are something special, the weather is naturally unpredictable and there is a relaxing, warm aura in the cosy lounge / reception area around the open fire. When the northern lights are on display Lake Torneträsk or Lapporten, the gigantic natural gateway to the mountains, provide the perfect backdrop for your northern lights photographs. In reception you will find a northern lights forecast for the coming days.
Simply step outside and you have the optimum viewing platform, high above Lake Törneträsk. Just a short walk away from the hotel there is an aurora viewing hut with a wide view across the northern skies. Here you can stay warm as you wait for the magical aurora to dance across the night sky.
The Simply Sweden experience
The northern lights opportunities, the scenery, the unique environment of the Lapland mountains. Many of our holidays in Swedish Lapland can be added to Björkliden. Just pick up the phone and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
You will have the services of our local representative on this holiday.
Thursday to Sunday (3 nights)
Thursday
Fly from UK to Kiruna in Lapland (via Stockholm).
Transfer from Kiruna airport to Bjorkliden (1hr30).
Mid-afternoon and warm welcome on arrival in Björkliden by our local representative.
Check into your accommodation and pick up warm outer clothing.
2 course evening meal.
Friday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Buffet lunch.
2 course evening meal.
Range of optional excursions.
Saturday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Buffet lunch.
2 course evening meal.
Range of optional excursions.
Sunday
Breakfast & check out with our local representative.
Departure for the airport (1hr30).
Flight back to the UK (via Stockholm).
Sunday to Thursday (4 nights)
Sunday
Fly from UK to Kiruna in Lapland (via Stockholm).
Transfer from Kiruna airport to Bjorkliden (1hr30).
Warm welcome on arrival in Björkliden by our local representative.
Check into your accommodation and pick up warm outer clothing.
2 course evening meal.
Evening at leisure.
Monday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Buffet lunch.
2 course evening meal.
Range of optional excursions.
Tuesday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Buffet lunch.
Afternoon at leisure.
2 course evening meal.
Range of optional excursions.
Wednesday
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning at leisure.
Buffet lunch.
2 course evening meal.
Thursday
Breakfast & check out with our local representative.
Departure for the airport (1hr30).
Flight back to the UK (via Stockholm).
Welcome to the stunning scenery of the Swedish Mountains and what is recognised as one of the best places on earth to see the Northern Lights. Björkliden is located on the edge of Abikso National Park with amazing views over Lake Torneträsk and the gigantic natural gateway to the mountains, Lapporten. Between December and early February the main attractions are the scenery, the northern lights and the remoteness of this picturesque location. From early February Björkliden is a small ski resort popular with the Scandinavians.
You don't have to go far to see the northern lights – just step outside! Take some time to admire the mountain scenery or enjoy some of the excursions available to you.
Hotel Fjället
All rooms are en-suite and wifi is available throughout the hotel (not Kåppas Cabins). You can enjoy a relaxing drink in the reception lounge in front of the open fire. At the sports shop you can hire or buy everything you need during your stay in the mountains and from reception you can borrow board games and buy snacks, toiletries and souvenirs.
Kåppas Cabins
The cabins are between 2 to 5 minutes walk from the hotel reception and offer airy 2 bedroom accommodation with balcony / terrace and sauna. There is one double / twin room (plus a sofa bed) and one room with bunk beds – space for up to 5 people. These cabins are also equipped with TV and simple kitchen facilities including a microwave, dishwasher, fridge and hob, perfect for a family or those looking for a little bit of extra space and privacy offered by a cabin. You also have access to all the facilities at the hotel detailed above.
Step outside
At Björkliden it is possible to see the northern lights directly outside your hotel. There is an aurora viewing cabin just 10mins walk from the hotel.
Night Visit to Aurora Sky Station
Popular tour as Aurora Sky Station sits high in the mountain in Abisko National Park. Cosy cafe, souvenir shop and northern lights photo exhibition. 2020-0015. Not suitable for U12's.
£92 per person
Northern Lights - Lavvu Experience
Venture into the night time and mountain wilderness by snow shoe. Head for a traditional Sami Lavvu (tipi). This is a 2hr30 excursion into the surrounding beauty and with luck the northern lights will shimmer above! 2030-2300.
£70 per person
Lights Over Lapland Photo Tours
An outdoor photography course and a chance to capture the northern lights under the guidance and supervision of a professional photographer. Stunning scenic backdrops to your photos in this area. You will be provided with a camera, lens and tripod for the evening. A warm drink and 3hrs of chasing the northern lights included. 1915-2300.
£131 per person
Snowmobile Experience Tour (up to 4th Feb)
Discover Björkliden with a short snowmobile tour of this remote area in Swedish Lapland. The direction of this tour depends on the snow and weather conditions locally. 1030-1200.
£82 per person
Snowmobile Mountain Tour (from 4th Feb)
Discover Björkliden and the surrounding mountains with a snowmobile tour. Head to Låktatjåkko Mountain Station where you can purchase their famous waffles. 1030-1300.
£101 per person
Husky Excursion
Sit back, relax and enjoy the mountain scenery as your husky team glides silently through the snow covered forests in a magical tour taking you back in time. See why mountain transportation in yesteryear was often by husky. 2hr. 10am-12pm.
£132 per person
Snowshoe Tour
One of the best ways to see the mountain wilderness not matter what the conditions. Visit some of the guides favourite spots and enjoy the view! 1pm-2.45pm. Min age is 7yrs.
£35 per person
Skiing activities
Björkliden is home to a small but excellent ski resort. Everything you need for your skiing / snowboard holiday can be rented / purchased locally. The ski season starts on 5Feb and ends on 3May. The Northern Lights season is up to 29Mar.
Dates of note for 2015/16
15Nov - Björkliden opens
5Feb - The ski slopes open and skiing is available during the day. Björkliden is extremely busy this opening weekend.
27Mar - Northern lights season comes to an end.
Prices from
15Nov to 4Feb
£1115 per person Thursday to Sunday
£1340 per person Sunday to Thursday
4Feb to 27Mar
£1450 per person Thursday to Sunday
£1450 per person Sunday to Thursday
Prices are based on 2 people sharing a double / twin room and include the services of our local representatives.
Prices also include flights, transfers, full board (2 course evening meal) and warm outer clothing.
This holiday can be added to many of our holidays in Swedish Lapland >>
Please read some useful information about holidays in Sweden >>
