Northern Light Experiences
APT are offering you front-row seats to one of nature’s most spectacular light shows – the northern lights – with magnificent journeys in Finnish Lapland and Canada's Yellowknife or Yukon territory. Experience the snow-covered wilderness of a Scandinavian winter while staying in luxe glass igloos or head to Canada's remote Yellowknife in search of the magical aurora borealis.
Experience the Northern Lights in Europe
As you go looking for the northern lights, you'll be treated to unique experiences that showcase the very best of Lapland and the Arctic Circle region. Take a thrilling husky ride, cuddle up with reindeer and learn all about Sami culture. But it's hard to top watching the northern lights from your glass igloo in the frosted wilderness of Rovaniemi.
Discover Europe's Arctic Circle
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Santa Claus Village
No matter the time of year, it always feels like Christmas in Lapland. And you're never too old to meet Santa. Pay a visit to his magical village at the northern reaches of Europe and enjoy the nostalgia, twinkling lights and a dusting of snow.
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Arktikum Museum
If you always wanted to know about the Arctic, you'll no doubt find all the answers you're looking for on a tour at Arktikum Museum. You will also enjoy a short presentation, ‘The Land of Snow and Northern Lights’.
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Husky Sleigh Ride
With the Arctic playground at your disposal, feel the adrenaline rush of a husky sleigh ride as you 'mush' your way through the great white landscapes.
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Discover Helsinki
Experience the joy of clean living in Helsinki, a city that that epitomises understated chic. Give in to the forward-thinking Finnish attitude as you explore cobbled streets and experimental art galleries.
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Iittala & Arabia Design Centre
It's not all about snow and ice in Finland. You'll also take a guided tour of the Iitalla & Arabia Design centre in Helsinki, an experience that reveals the history of Finnish ceramic art and glass design.
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Stay in a Glass Igloo
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Meet Reindeer
Discover Canada's Northern Lights
With its remote beauty and untamed wilderness, Canada’s Yellowknife is one of the best places on earth to spot the ethereal northern lights in both summer and winter. Journey to this untouched part of the world with APT and spend your days on fun-filled adventures and your nights searching for the magical aurora borealis.
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Unforgettable Experiences
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Aurora Viewing
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Be Inspired
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Aurora Adventure in Canada
Canada has some of the world’s best aurora-viewing spots – none better than Yellowknife, capital of the remote Northwest Territories. Discover the top spots to see the northern lights.
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Five Festive Experiences for the Future
From Lapland's northern lights to European Christmas markets, these seasonal experiences can be celebrated into 2024.
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Europe
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Christmas Trips
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