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Celebrating 12 Years of Excellence in the Nordics

12 Reasons for 12 Years of Arctic Signature

Arctic Signature turns 12 on July 1 2026. To mark the occasion, we've put together a calendar of 12 destinations, one for each month, each chosen for the season it belongs to.

Twelve years ago I, Ari Siivikko, founded Arctic Signature with one goal: to build the leading luxury and ultra-luxury DMC in the Nordic region. We got there. Here's to what comes next.

To celebrate, we've created a calendar of iconic Arctic and Nordic experiences.

Reach out if any of these are the right fit for your clients.

A modern elevated cabin stands among snow-covered trees under a starry night sky with green aurora glowing on the horizon.

1. January: Chasing the Auroras in Swedish Lapland

Stay at the iconic Treehotel, set deep in the Swedish forests. Watch the northern lights move across the sky and explore the full range of Arctic winter activities.

See a detailed sample itinerary here.

Snowy forest at sunrise with a modern mirror-like cabin elevated on stilts and surrounded by tall pine trees dusted with snow.
Reindeer stand in a snowy pine forest with tall trees and a large dome-shaped structure in the background.
A black off-road SUV drives across a snowy landscape with snow-covered hills and scattered evergreen trees in the background.

2. February: G-Class AMG Arctic Expedition

Drive a Mercedes-Benz G-Class through frozen forests and snow-covered wilderness in the heart of the Arctic winter. Private chalet with a dedicated host and chef, snowmobile safari, reindeer encounters, and more.

A black SUV drives through snow, with the front wheel kicking up spray and slush.
Snow-covered pine trees frame a log cabin glowing with warm lights beneath a vivid green aurora in the night sky.
Four people on snowmobiles pause on a snowy mountain overlook with a wide frozen landscape stretching into the distance at sunset.

3. March: Wild Svalbard Adventure

The High Arctic at its most raw! Stay in a completely remote boutique hotel and enjoy activities such as snowmobiles, ice-covered fjords, polar landscapes, and horizons that go on forever.

See our detailed sample itinerary.

A dog sled team pulls a sled across a vast snowy mountain landscape under a pale blue sky.
Snow-covered mountains rise behind a coastal radio station with tall antenna towers and icy shoreline water at dusk.
A snow-covered lodge sits in a wide mountain valley beneath steep white slopes and a clear blue sky, with two helicopters parked in the foreground.

4. April: Ultra-Luxury Winter Escape to Iceland

Glaciers, volcanoes, heli-skiing, luxury lodges, and private villas. See Iceland's most dramatic side with private activities, before winter gives way to spring.

See an example itinerary here.

A helicopter flies over a snowy mountain ridge while a small group of people stands on the foreground slope.
A wide snowy waterfall drops into a frozen canyon at sunrise, with blue water, mist, and orange light on the horizon.
Coastal cliff landscape with a tall waterfall dropping into the sea, green grass slopes, and a misty mountain with a small settlement at its base.

5. May: Welcoming Spring in the Faroe Islands

Dramatic cliffs, green valleys, and North Atlantic scenery at its finest, all as nature comes back to life. A natural addition to any multi-destination itinerary, and a place few get to see.

See our sample itinerary to Faroe Islands.

A small lighthouse stands on a grassy ridge beside a dramatic sea cliff overlooking dark ocean water under a cloudy sky.
A shaggy Highland cow with long horns stands among rocks on a green mountainside under an overcast sky.
A dramatic fjord landscape with steep rocky mountains, calm dark water, and a small boat leaving a wake beneath a clear blue sky.

6. June: Private Yacht in the Norwegian Fjords

The Norwegian fjords from the water, at your own pace. Private yacht, private hikes, freshly foraged seafood, Viking experiences on demand – we can build an itinerary around your clients interests.

See our detailed sample itinerary.

A white motor yacht cruises across calm blue water under a clear sky with a few people visible on deck.
A remote lakeside campsite with glowing tents set beside calm water, floating ice, and steep mountains under a dramatic blue sky at dusk.

7. July: Arctic Glamping in Greenland

Disconnect from everything. Reconnect with one of the last truly wild places on earth, at one of Greenland's most exclusive wilderness camps. Icefjords, glaciers, and midnight sun for clients who want something genuinely off the map.

See our sample itinerary.

A modern angular building sits on a rocky Greenland coastline overlooking calm water with icebergs in the distance.
A wide glacier fills a fjord beside a rocky shoreline with several small red cabins in the foreground and a tiny boat on the calm water.
A panoramic view of a historic old town with red-roofed buildings, stone walls, and several church towers rising above the city skyline.

8. August: A Grand Baltic Journey

Explore medieval towns, coastal landscapes, and cultural depth across all three Baltic countries. The Baltics are underrated in luxury travel, and that's exactly the point. We know where to stay, who to call, and how to turn three countries into one seamless journey.

An aerial view shows a historic old town with red-roofed buildings, church towers, and surrounding city walls beside dense trees.
A stone fortress with red-roofed towers rises beyond a grassy riverside bank framed by tree branches, while a small boat moves across the water in the foreground.
A green aurora borealis glows over a small harbor village nestled between dark mountains at night.

9. September: Autumn Colors and Auroras in Lofoten

Lofoten in September belongs to a different category entirely. No snow yet, but the light has turned: golden days, RIB safaris in search of sea eagles off the outer islands, and the first auroras after dark. On land, some of the region's best restaurants take local ingredients as seriously as anywhere in Scandinavia. We can also arrange private dinners for something more personal.

See our sample itinerary.

Golden-hour view over a fjord with dark mountains and waterfront cabins.
Yellow kayak in calm fjord waters at dusk with red cabins on stilts and steep rocky mountains under cloudy skies.
Chef pouring sauce onto a plated dessert with berries and colorful garnishes

10. October: Culture and Culinary Highlights in Copenhagen

One of Europe's most compelling food and design cities, and one that rewards a knowledgeable guide. We build Copenhagen visits around what each client actually cares about.

See our sample itinerary for a multi-destination journey.

Aerial view of a harbor canal lined with colorful historic buildings and moored boats, with a domed church and city skyline in the distance.
Harbor view with moored sailboats and colorful waterfront buildings with red tile roofs under a blue sky with clouds.
Whale spouting near dark fjord mountains during a pastel sunset sky.

11. November: Whales in Arctic Norway — Tromsø or Alta

Arctic Norway in November, Tromsø or Alta, offers everything Finnish Lapland does, and then some. Snow-covered Arctic plains, boutique hotels and private lodges, dog sledding, and private whale safaris in fjords few ever see this way.

See our sample itinerary.

A snowy forest landscape with a small cluster of warmly lit cabins at night beneath a range of snow-covered mountains.
A humpback whale breaches in the ocean near an orca dorsal fin in the foreground.
Green aurora borealis over snow-covered evergreen trees under a starry night sky.

12. December: Christmas in Finnish Lapland

Snow-covered forests, reindeer, open fires, and a VIP meeting with Santa Claus. We can also arrange for a surprise elf to deliver a personal invitation to Lapland directly to your client's home.

See our detailed sample itinerary.

Santa Claus and a woman in festive winter outfits stand indoors in front of a log wall display of stacked wood rounds and warm decorative lighting.
A snowy cabin glows warmly beneath a vivid green aurora in a starry night sky.