If you’ve ever dreamed of watching the Northern Lights from the warmth of your bed, or sleeping in a room sculpted entirely from ice, then Finnish Lapland delivers like nowhere else. For many, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime destination. But for those in the know, it’s best experienced not as one novelty overnight but as a Two-Part Escape.
By combining a stay in a glass igloo with a night or two in a stunning ice hotel, you can truly immerse yourself in everything that makes Finnish Lapland magical.
Why do people combine both?
Because they offer completely different kinds of wow.
Ice hotels
are a true sensory adventure. Built from snow and ice each year, they’re incredible seasonal creations where you’ll sleep on an insulated mattress with reindeer hides, inside a room carved from snow and ice. These hotels often include features like ice bars, sculpted hallways, and even ice chapels – offering a completely unique setting for a night you won’t forget.
In Finnish Lapland, there are a few standout options:
– Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos near Rovaniemi
– Lapland Hotels SnowVillage near Levi
– SnowCastle of Kemi on the coast
Each one is rebuilt with a new design every winter, so no two seasons are quite the same.Glass igloos, on the other hand, are all about comfort and spectacle. They’re warm, private pods with thermal glass ceilings designed for uninterrupted stargazing and, if you’re lucky, a Northern Lights show above your duvet. Perfect for a peaceful, cocooned night in nature.
By combining both, you’re not just booking two places to sleep – you’re creating a layered experience: cold vs cosy, wild vs tranquil, raw adventure vs refined comfort. That’s the kind of holiday that sticks.
How to plan your Two-Part Lapland Escape
I recommend starting with the adventure, then easing into comfort – it’s a flow that works beautifully in Finnish Lapland. You get the thrill of the ice hotel, followed by the cosiness of the glass igloo. It’s the best way to experience both without sacrificing sleep or comfort.
Day 1–2: Arrival and settle in
Fly into Rovaniemi or Kittilä and transfer to a cosy hotel or log cabin. Time to adjust, wrap up warm, and maybe chase your first glimpse of the Northern Lights.
Day 3: Ice Hotel experience
Let the adventure begin. Sleep in a suite carved from snow and ice, sip cocktails from frozen glasses, and explore the frosty artwork throughout. One night is enough. It’s just the right amount of time to take it all in before you’re ready for warmth again.
Day 4: Glass Igloo stay
Now it’s time to defrost in style. Head to your warm, private glass pod and watch the stars and sky in comfort. This is your chance to unwind, ideally with a hot chocolate in hand and a private sauna just steps away.
Day 5+: Add the extras
Dog sledding, snowmobiling, reindeer safaris, smoke saunas, or a final night in Santa’s Village. I’ll shape your itinerary around what lights you up (and keeps the little ones happy if you’re travelling with family).
Who is this twin-centre trip perfect for?
Couples after something completely different – romantic, snowy, and intimate with just the right dash of adventure.
Families with older children who want memory-making moments that go beyond the usual ski trip or Santa photo.
Bucket list travellers chasing the Northern Lights but keen to add more substance than a single overnight.
Luxury adventurers who love their comforts – but also love a story to tell.
How I Make Lapland Holidays Effortless
Planning a twin-centre Finnish Lapland break should feel exciting from the start, not overwhelming. That’s where I come in.
When you work with me, you’re not just booking a hotel (or igloo) in Finnish Lapland. You’re getting someone who knows how to design seamless, story-rich itineraries – from flights and transfers to those memory-making touches like private reindeer sleigh rides, Northern Lights photography tours, and the perfect igloo with zero light pollution.
I’ll take care of the planning so you can focus on the moments that matter.
Every trip I plan is tailored to you – your pace, your people, your preferences – with handpicked stays and trusted local partners to match. And because I only work with fully protected suppliers, your holiday is covered and supported even if the unexpected happens.
If you’re ready to start planning your Lapland escape (or another tailor-made Two-Part Escape), go to the homepage and scroll to the bottom to fill in the short form. Or email me at rachael@blueturtleescapes.co.uk or call 07736 296930.
I can’t wait to help you plan something unforgettable and completely tailored to you.
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