WINTER WONDERLAND - SWEDEN

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Spend an adventurous and varied week on your hosts beautiful farm near lake Kalix, in the pristine natural landscape just west of Kiruna. This is the land of the Sami people, with whom you will spend part of the week as they guide you through their homeland and share with you their culture and knowledge passed down by their forefathers.

This wilderness can be unforgiving and the people of these parts are incredibly resourceful. This variation is reflected in the itinerary planned for you over the week. As well as enjoying the special characteristics of your hosts Icelandic horses - riding through the snowy forest tracks and in fun and informal lessons- you will get the chance to try your hand at reindeer sledging, snow mobiling and ice fishing.

Those lucky enough may even catch a glimpse of the illusive Northern Lights dancing in the night sky...

Trip length 7 days/6 nights Ride price detailed prices price promise 2012: double pp £1,139/€1,349/$1,835 2012/2013: double pp £1,345/€1,589/$2,159 Departure dates 2012: 18 Mar; 9, 30 Dec 2013: 20 Jan; 10, 24 Feb; 17 Mar Approximate riding time per day 3-6 hrs Riding ability required Walk, trot and canter. Minimum age is 12 Group size 3-8 Meeting point (getting there) Kiruna Airport (KRN) Transfer Included from meeting point. Transfer time is approx 1 hour. Flight guide London - Kiruna return from £275 Single supplement detailed prices No supplement if willing to share. Otherwise: 2012: £255/€299/$405 2012/2013: £255/€299/$405

SAMPLE ITINERARY - WINTER WONDERLAND

Day 1
When you arrive to Kiruna you are transferred to the farm. Please aim to get a morning flight as then you will arrive in good time to enjoy a riding lesson to get to know the horses before dinner. Overnight on the farm.

Day 2
After breakfast we travel by snow mobile to a river in the mountains. You'll get some driving tuition, don't worry! On arrival at a river mountain it's time for some ice fishing, broken by a picnic lunch, before driving back to the farm and enjoying a magical ride in the dark looking for the Northern Lights. The evening is spent in a goahti (Sami hut), and dinner is eaten around the fire.

Day 3
Today you will experience a reindeer sledging tour, which is the old way of transportation in this area. After lunch we head off to the famous Icehotel. This extraordinary hotel is rebuilt each winter, from snow and ice, taking inspiration from the river Torne. A true work of art. Dinner is taken at the hotel. After dinner we head back to the farm although those who would like to spend the night in the Icehotel can do so for a supplementry cost.

Day 4
A morning ride takes us through the snowy forest tracks, great for showing off the dexterity and balance of these fantastic little horses. Another hearty lunch before a special riding class learning about the unique Icelandic Horse.

Day 5
Breakfast before another morning ride taking us across frozen lakes. In the afternoon we visit the city Kiruna, which is the most northerly and one of the most unusual cities in Sweden. The area has been inhabited for around 6,000 years; the Sami people knew of the areas rich iron deposits long before the city was founded in 1900. Back to the farm for dinner.

Day 6
The morning is spent riding on a circular trail through the forest, with a riding lesson in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the farm.

Day 7
Time to say goodbye and transfer back to Kiruna for your flight home.

Please note: This itinerary is intended as a guide. Activities are subject to change a result of unexpected weather.

The weight limit for this ride is 14 st/198 lb/90 kg, please enquire if you are an experienced rider exceeding this weight.

FURTHER DETAILS
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WHAT IS INCLUDED
Full board and lodging (including dinner on the first day and breakfast on the seventh day), guide (Swedish and English-speaking), horses, tack and equipment, riding helmet, transfers to and from Kiruna Airport or town.
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WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Personal expenses, tips.

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