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Aerial view of a partly frozen river winding through snow-covered pine forest in Lapland.
Exclusive Private Villa at Skýra

Five nights in a fully private villa at Skýra Retreat, designed as a completely bespoke experience for couples or families who want privacy, depth, and genuine rest in equal measure. Every activity is private and exclusive, starting with a reindeer farm visit hosted by a local family that includes a traditional kuksa carving workshop alongside the usual sleigh ride. From there, the days move between a private snowmobile adventure with an open fire lunch, ice fishing, a northern lights hunt, a private massage at the retreat's spa, a folklore sauna ceremony rich in Finnish tradition, and a husky safari alongside a gentle morning yoga session. The pace throughout is relaxed by design, with the villa itself, its wellbeing sessions, and the surrounding spa acting as a quiet counterpoint to the more active days. A fully designed, immersive Arctic retreat rather than a fixed program.

Suggested Length: 6 days

Package includes

Activities

  • Reindeer Farm Visit
  • Snowmobile Safari
  • Ice Fishing
  • Northern Lights Hunt
  • Spa and Massage
  • Finnish Sauna Experience
  • Husky Safari Adventure
  • Yoga Session

Accommodation

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Services

  • Personalized Travel Plan
  • Digital Travel Itinerary
  • Local Support Team
  • Transfers
  • Private Host or Guide
  • Winter Clothing Rental
  • Concierge Service
  • Private and Exclusive Activities
  • Spa Access
  • Private Villa
  • Wellbeing Treatments
Price Upon Request Request an offer *Prices are per person, double occupancy and subject to change. Prices excluding flights, travel insurance.

Your Tailored Itinerary

Arrival at the Villa

You'll land in Rovaniemi and transfer privately to Skýra Retreat, checking into your private villa on the shores of Lake Norvajärvi. After settling in, a guided sound bath eases the transition from travel into the retreat's slower pace, followed by dinner as part of your full board stay.

Your hotel: Skýra Retreat

Reindeer, Kuksa, and the Northern Sky

The morning is set aside for an exclusive reindeer experience hosted by a local family, meeting the herd, taking a sleigh ride, and learning to carve a traditional Finnish kuksa cup, with lunch included. In the evening, a private northern lights hunt heads out in search of clear skies, with snacks included. Dinner is included at the retreat.

Your hotel: Skýra Retreat

Snow by Morning, Stillness by Afternoon

A private snowmobile adventure takes you through the winter landscape, with lunch cooked over an open fire along the way. In the afternoon, a private massage at the retreat's spa offers a quiet contrast to the morning's pace. Dinner is included at the retreat.

Your hotel: Skýra Retreat

Ice and an Evening Ritual

Spend the morning trying your hand at ice fishing, a traditional and unhurried way to spend time outdoors. In the afternoon, a private folklore sauna ceremony introduces the traditions, storytelling, and rituals behind Finnish sauna culture, with snacks included. Dinner is included at the retreat.

Your hotel: Skýra Retreat

Huskies, Yoga, and a Final Evening

A gentle morning yoga session eases you into the day before a husky safari through the surrounding forest. The afternoon is free to make use of the retreat's spa. In the evening, dinner is followed by marshmallow grilling under the stars, an informal close to the retreat.

Your hotel: Skýra Retreat

Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Rovaniemi Airport for your flight home.

Accommodation

  • Aerial view of Skýra Retreat in winter, surrounded by snow-covered forest and frozen Lake Norvajärvi near Rovaniemi.
    Skýra Retreat

    Skýra Retreat is a boutique luxury property set between lakes and forests near Lake Norvajärvi, around 20 minutes from Rovaniemi. It offers handcrafted log suites, heritage rooms in a restored schoolhouse, and a private lakeside villa, all with private saunas and a strong focus on quiet comfort and Nordic wellness.

Activities

  • Reindeer Farm Visit

    Experience a Reindeer Farm Visit and Sleigh Ride in Lapland. Learn about traditional reindeer herding, feed the reindeer, and enjoy a relaxing sleigh ride through snowy forests. Perfect for all ages, including families.

  • Snowmobile Safari

    Discover Lapland’s winter landscapes on a guided snowmobile safari, with options ranging from short rides to full-day outings through forests, open terrain, and established snowmobile routes.

  • Ice Fishing

    Try ice fishing in Lapland on a frozen lake, with guided setup, all necessary gear, and time to warm up by the fire with hot drinks and traditional snacks. Available in small groups or as a private experience.

  • Northern Lights Hunt

    Travel beyond the city lights in search of the Northern Lights, with experienced local guides who adapt the route throughout the evening based on weather and sky conditions.

  • Essential oil dropped into a palm before a spa treatment. Photo: Christin Hume.
    Spa and Massage Experience

    Spend time in a hotel spa, complete with sauna, hot tub, and relaxation areas, paired with a private massage treatment, even if you are not staying at that hotel. The massage itself can also be arranged as a standalone service, brought directly to your own accommodation.

  • Finnish Sauna Experience

    Relax in a traditional Finnish sauna in the stunning surroundings of Lapland. Enjoy the warmth of the sauna and cool down in the fresh Arctic air for a revitalizing and authentic experience.

  • Husky Safari Adventure

    Join a husky safari through Lapland’s snowy landscapes. Meet Alaskan or Siberian huskies, drive your own sled, and enjoy time outdoors with a break by the fire. Suitable for all ages, including families.

  • Two women sit and chat on a yoga mat in a bright studio before a session in Lapland.
    Yoga Session

    A yoga session can be arranged privately or in a small group, at a studio or brought to your own accommodation. Choose from gentle to more active styles, guided by an experienced instructor suited to any level.