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Luxury Retreat at VALO in Saariselkä

Settle into your own modern Arctic villa in Saariselkä and enjoy four days of privately guided adventures, gourmet chef dining, and outdoor relaxation. At VALO Ice Cube, you’ll have access to your own sauna and outdoor jacuzzi, plus a full winter clothing and base layer set to keep you warm for snowmobiling, ice karting, and husky safaris. With panoramic landscapes, exclusive access to wilderness routes, and seamless service from your host and concierge, this retreat blends comfort with Arctic energy.

Suggested Length: 5 days

Package includes

Activities

  • Private Snowmobile Safari
  • Private Husky Safari Adventure
  • Open Fire Chef Lunch
  • Private Northern Lights Hunting
  • Private E-Fatbike Tour
  • Private Ice Fishing Experience
  • Private Ice Karting Race

Accommodation

  • VALO Ice Cube – FB

 

Services

  • Personalized Travel Plan
  • Digital Travel Itinerary
  • Pre-Arrival Preferences Setup
  • Private Transfers – Mercedes Minivan
  • Private Host & Concierge
  • Private Activities
  • Winter Clothing & Base Layer Set
  • Full Board by Private Chef
  • Welcome Drinks and Snacks
  • Local Welcome Gift
  • Daily Housekeeping & Turndown Service
  • Photography Services (on request)
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 & VALO Welcome

Your host greets you at Ivalo Airport with drinks and snacks prepared for the scenic drive to Saariselkä in a Mercedes minivan. Arrive at your architect-designed VALO Ice Cube villa, complete with private sauna, jacuzzi, and panoramic views. Settle in with a personal welcome, custom winter clothing set, and a local gift. Your chef prepares the first dinner of your stay while you unwind from travel. Evening turndown includes warm tea or mulled wine.

Your hotel: VALO Ice Cube

Snowmobile Trails & Northern Lights

Start with a chef-prepared breakfast before heading out for a private snowmobile safari through untouched Arctic terrain. Your concierge ensures comfort and timing throughout. After a leisurely afternoon and dinner at your villa, your guide will take you on a private Northern Lights hunt, with warm refreshments and local snacks included.

Your hotel: VALO Ice Cube

Huskies, E-Fatbikes & Scenic Views

Today begins with a private husky safari hosted by a local family. After the ride, enjoy a chef-prepared open-fire lunch in the wilderness. Later in the afternoon, set off on an e-fatbike tour to a panoramic viewpoint, with photo stops and a warm drink along the way. Return to your villa for dinner and evening relaxation.

Your hotel: VALO Ice Cube

Ice Fishing & Karting Fun

Following breakfast, spend the morning on a private ice fishing experience on a frozen lake, with lunch enjoyed at the site. After a short break at the villa, enjoy an exclusive ice karting race, high-speed fun on a private track, followed by your final chef-prepared dinner and evening turndown.

Your hotel: VALO Ice Cube

Departure Day

Enjoy your last breakfast in the villa before your private transfer to the airport. Your host will assist with check-out and final preparations for your departure.

Accommodation

  • Valo

    Valo’s luxury Ice Cube Villas in Saariselkä offer modern Nordic design, private spa with sauna & jacuzzi, and panoramic windows with fell views.

Activities

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Kota Dinner Experience

    Enjoy a traditional Lappish Kota dinner in a private setting, where local ingredients, open-fire cooking, and a warm atmosphere come together for a memorable evening. Optional sauna and cultural additions can turn the experience into a fuller Lappish night.

  • E-Fatbike

    Explore Lapland’s snowy trails on an electric fatbike, with wide tires, pedal assistance, and guided routes that make winter riding more accessible and enjoyable for different experience levels.

  • 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.

  • Ice Karting

    Enjoy ice karting on a frozen track in Lapland, with guided driving sessions, protective gear, and options for standard or private formats. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced drivers.