Sightseeing Tour from Kiruna to Abisko
Experience the incredible Arctic landscapes of Swedish Lapland and learn all about Sámi culture on this sightseeing tour from Kiruna to Abisko!
Practical information
Step off the beaten path and discover incredible sights in the Arctic landscapes of Finnish Lapland on this 5-hour sightseeing tour from Kiruna to Abisko! Enjoy:
- Discover Abisko Village, Lake Torneträsk, and Lapporten
- Learning about local wildlife such as reindeer, foxes, Arctic hares, or Arctic owls
- An adult-only experience
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 5.5 hours on this activity:
- Pick-up at diverse locations around Kiruna 15 minutes before departure time
- Introduction to your expert instructor
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Start of your 5-hour sightseeing tour from Kiruna to Abisko!
- Drive towards Björkliden
- Admire the Silver Waterfall
- Continue to the Aurora Viewpoint and enjoy stunning panoramic views
- Share hot drinks and cookies with your instructor
- Keep driving to Abisko
- Visit Abisko Canyon
- Walk or snowshoe to the shore of Lake Torneträsk
- Return to the car
- Drive back to Kiruna along Lake Torneträsk, Kaisepakte, and the scenic Arctic Road
- Drop off at the original meeting point and end of the activity
Activity requirements
Please be ready to be picked up outside the chosen spot at least 15 minutes before the set starting time of the experience.
Minors are not allowed to participate in this activity.
This activity is not recommended for people with back problems or heart conditions.
Special terms
Your instructor offers a transportation service from the following places around Kiruna. Please clarify where you want to be picked up when booking and contact them once your reservation is confirmed to set up a meeting time:
- Camp Ripan
- Hotell E-10
- Hotel Samegarden
- STF Malmfältens Folkhögskola Kiruna
- Hotel Arctic Eden Best Western
- Kiruna City Room
- Thornéus Renprodukter
- Tourism Office - Kiruna in Swedish Lapland
- Scandic Kiruna
- Elite Hotel Frost
- Ice Hotel
- Aurora River Camp
Service animals are allowed to join this activity.
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity depend on weather conditions. Due to unforeseen meteorological occurrences, your itinerary might be shorter or take a different path than usual for your safety.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
Included
- Expert instructor
- Comfortable transportation
- Pick-up and drop-off service
- Hot drinks and cookies
- Snowshoes
Excluded
- Full meal
- Personal expenses
Do not forget to bring
- Warm winter clothing (Thermal layers, wind and waterproof outerwear)
- Snow boots or comfortable winter shoes
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Bottle of water
- Snacks
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About the activity
Embark on a fun and fully immersive adventure in the breathtaking landscapes of Swedish Lapland with this sightseeing tour from Kiruna to Abisko! Located almost at the very northern border of Sweden, Abisko is a small village, surrounded by incredible Arctic landscapes and right next to the famous Abisko National Park. Only over 1 hour from Abisko, Kiruna is a lively town, home to diverse landmarks and a hub for indigenous Sámi culture.
On the day of your sightseeing tour to Abisko, your instructor will pick you up at your chosen location around Kiruna (please specify when booking). They'll introduce themselves and give you a quick itinerary for the day, as well as a few instructions to stay safe along the way. Once everyone is in the vehicle, it's time to go!
You'll start the day by driving to the village of Björkliden, where you'll admire the Silver Waterfall, a natural wonder that transforms into a frozen spectacle during the winter months. Next, you'll head to the Aurora Viewpoint, a panoramic, scenic spot with stunning sights of the region. You'll share a delicious hot drink and cookies with your instructor to keep you warm before continuing with the adventure. Then, you'll head to Abisko, where you'll visit Abisko Canyon and either walk or snowshoe down to the shore of Lake Torneträsk, Sweden’s fifth-largest lake. Finally, to return to Kiruna, you'll pass along Lake Torneträsk, Kaisepakte, and the scenic Arctic Road, a mesmerising path that you'll remember for a lifetime.
Keep in mind that temperatures in the Arctic can range between 5 and -30 degrees Celsius. With this in mind, you should come prepared with several layers of clothing, as well as a windproof and waterproof jacket to protect you. You should also bring a hat, scarf, gloves, sturdy winter shoes, and anything else you might need (medication, extra snacks, etc.) to spend an amazing 5 hours on this sightseeing tour from Kiruna!
Don't miss out on a wonderful adventure in the incredible, off-the-beaten-path landscapes of Swedish Lapland. Book your sightseeing tour from Kiruna to Abisko today!