8 DAY PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR

WINTER IN SWEDISH LAPLAND

February 26 - March 5, 2027

Embark on an unforgettable adventure and join me on this Photography Tour to Swedish Lapland, “Europe’s last Wilderness”!

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  • Explore and photograph the winter landscapes of Swedish Lapland - frozen waterfalls & rivers, mountain views, snow-covered forests

  • Discover the unique nature of national parks like Abisko and Stora Sjöfallet, both some of Europe’s oldest national park

  • Experience the magical Northern Lights at one of the best locations in the world to see them

  • Spot and photograph fascinating wildlife like moose, reindeer, grouse, fox and arctic hare

  • Explore the Swedish mountains on an exciting Snowmobile Adventure

  • Learn about the Sámi, the native Scandinavians: their culture, art and sustainable lifestyle

  • Limited to just 6 photographers for an intimate, exclusive Arctic Adventure

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Skill Level

Group Size

Hotel E-10
STF Abisko Turiststation
Stora Sjöfallet Mountain Lodge

Easy to Moderate hikes

Min. 3 / Max. 6

Beginner to Expert

Meeting point

Duration

Kiruna (Hotel E-10)

7 days / 6 nights

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Activity level

Lodging

Explore Europe’s last Wilderness!

In February 2027, this Swedish Lapland Photography Tour takes you deep into one of Europe’s most breathtaking winter landscapes: from the frozen canyon and waterfalls of Abisko National Park to the epic icefields and mountain scenery of Stora Sjöfallet.

This is the Arctic at its most powerful.

Snow-covered forests. Frozen rivers. Vast mountain valleys. Blue twilight. Silent winter roads. And, if the sky opens for us, the Northern Lights dancing above the landscape.

Swedish Lapland is often called Europe’s last Wilderness - and during this photography tour, you’ll experience exactly why. We’ll travel from Kiruna to Abisko and further into the wild heart of Laponia, the UNESCO World Heritage Area where dramatic nature, Sámi culture and Arctic silence come together in a truly unforgettable way.

This journey is designed for photographers who want more than a standard winter trip.

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We’ll explore some of the most photogenic places in northern Sweden, chase the best available light, adapt to the weather and create images of frozen waterfalls, Arctic mountains, icy details, snow-covered forests and hopefully the magical Northern Lights.

You don’t need to plan the route, find the locations or figure out how to photograph in these conditions on your own.

I’ll guide you through the landscapes, help you with your photography and make sure we focus on what matters most: being in the right places, at the right time, with your camera ready.

This is Swedish Lapland in winter.

Wild. Silent. Remote. And incredibly beautiful.

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Disclaimer: Even if there are very good chances to get certain winter conditions and to experience the Northern Lights at the locations we are visiting, I cannot guarantee neither one nor the other. What you can be certain about is that I will do my very best to provide you an amazing experience even if we face difficult conditions!

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Who this tour is for

This tour is for you if you love wild winter landscapes, photography and meaningful travel experiences.

You don’t need to be a professional photographer. You only need to be curious, open to learning and comfortable spending time outdoors in winter conditions.

This tour is perfect for you if you want to:

  • Improve your landscape photography in Arctic winter conditions

  • Learn how to photograph snow, ice, mountains and Northern Lights

  • Travel with a small group instead of a large tourist tour

  • Discover some of the most beautiful winter locations in Swedish Lapland

  • Get personal guidance in the field

  • Come home with images that feel atmospheric, thoughtful and full of story

  • Experience the silence, beauty and raw nature of the far north

Whether you are a beginner with a passion for landscapes or an experienced photographer looking for new inspiration, this tour is designed to help you grow creatively while experiencing one of the most beautiful winter regions in Scandinavia.

What you will learn

This tour is not only about visiting beautiful locations. It is also about becoming a more confident and intentional photographer. During the tour, we’ll work on:

  • Winter Landscape Photography - learn how to use the soft Arctic light and how to create clean, powerful compositions in winter landscapes

  • Northern Lights Photography - learn how to prepare properly, work efficiently in the cold and create magical photos of Northern Lights

  • Composition & Storytelling - use foregrounds, natural lines, balance, atmosphere and visual storytelling to create photographs that feel more intentional and personal

  • Working in Arctic Conditions - learn how to protect your gear, keep batteries working, avoid common winter mistakes and stay comfortable enough to focus on your photography

  • Editing & Image Review - learn how to bring your images to life in the editing process

Itinerary:

The itinerary below gives you an idea of the route and experience, but it may change depending on weather, road conditions, light and aurora activity. Our days will generally revolve around sunrise and sunset, when the light is at its most beautiful. During the day we will review images, discuss compositions and work on editing techniques together.

Day 1 - Arrival day

We’ll meet in Kiruna, the starting point of our winter adventure in Swedish Lapland.

After everyone has arrived, we’ll gather for an introduction, go through the plan for the week and talk about what to expect when photographing in Arctic winter conditions.

Depending on arrival times and weather, we may head out for a first sunset shoot or explore Kiruna itself - a fascinating mining city that is currently undergoing one of the most unique city transformations in Europe.

In the evening, we’ll enjoy dinner together and if conditions allow, we may already head out for our first Northern Lights attempt.

Day 2 - Learn about the Sámi culture and visit the famous Ice Hotel

After breakfast, we’ll visit the famous ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi, one of the most iconic winter attractions in Swedish Lapland. This is a beautiful opportunity to photograph ice art, textures, details and the unique atmosphere of a place built from ice.

We’ll also visit a Sámi museum Nutti Sámi Siida to learn more about the culture, traditions and history of the Indigenous people of northern Scandinavia.

After lunch, we’ll continue our journey towards Abisko. The road to Abisko is incredibly scenic, with snowy forests, frozen lakes and mountain views opening up along the way. We’ll stop whenever the conditions and light offer good photographic opportunities.

After arriving in Abisko, we’ll check in and prepare for the evening. If the skies are clear, we’ll head out to photograph the Northern Lights.

Days 3-5 - Exploring the wilderness of Abisko

We’ll spend two full days exploring the dramatic winter landscapes around Abisko National Park - for me one of the most beautiful areas in Sweden for photography.

Depending on weather and light, we’ll photograph the stunning canyon Abiskojåkka, mountain views, snowy forests, frozen waterfalls and other beautiful winter locations in the surrounding area. These days are intentionally flexible, giving us time to return to locations in better conditions, scout compositions for night photography and adapt to the weather.

One of the highlights will be a snowmobile tour into the mountains, giving us the chance to experience the Arctic landscape from a completely different perspective and reach areas that would be difficult to access otherwise. This can create beautiful opportunities for photographing wide mountain views, snowy valleys and the feeling of true winter adventure.

There will also be the possibility to book an optional dogsledding tour for those who want to add another classic Arctic experience to the journey.

In the evenings, we’ll keep an eye on the aurora forecast and head out to photograph the Northern Lights if conditions allow.

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Day 5 - Journey towards Stora Sjöfallet and snowshoe hike

After breakfast, we leave Abisko and begin the journey towards Stora Sjöfallet National Park.

The drive takes approximately four hours, but we’ll treat the journey as part of the photography experience. The landscape changes along the way, offering new views, quieter roads and a deeper sense of wilderness.

On the way, we’ll stop for a snowshoe hike through a snow-covered forest.

This will be a beautiful opportunity to experience the Arctic landscape in a slower and more intimate way. Snowshoeing allows us to reach scenes that are not always accessible from the road - quiet forest details, untouched snow, abstract patterns and peaceful winter atmosphere.

After arriving near Stora Sjöfallet, we’ll settle in and prepare for the evening. If the conditions are right, we’ll head out for another chance to photograph the Northern Lights.

Day 6-7 - Exploring Stora Sjöfallet National Park

We’ll spend two full days in the wilder and more remote landscapes around Stora Sjöfallet National Park.

This area offers a beautiful mix of icefields, frozen waterfalls, open mountain views and quiet Arctic scenery. Compared to Abisko, the landscape here feels even more raw and untouched, making it perfect for working with scale, simplicity and atmosphere.

The exact locations will depend on weather, road conditions and light, but the goal is to explore the best winter scenes the area has to offer. In the evenings, we’ll either review images, rest or head out again for Northern Lights photography if the sky is clear.

Day 6 - Departure day

After breakfast, we begin the journey back to Kiruna.

Depending on our energy and conditions, we might head out for a final sunrise shoot.

The tour ends in Kiruna, where we say goodbye after eight days of Arctic landscapes, winter photography, shared experiences and hopefully many beautiful images.

You’ll leave Swedish Lapland not only with photographs, but with a deeper understanding of winter light, Northern Lights photography and the quiet beauty of the far north.

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Meet your guide!

Hej there! I’m Julien.

I am a professional landscape photographer based in Sweden and I have spent the past years exploring many of Scandinavia’s most beautiful places with my camera. Photography has taken me to incredible locations - but what I enjoy just as much is sharing this passion with others.

During my photo tours and workshops, I love helping photographers improve their skills, discover new perspectives and create images that truly tell a story. Over the past years I have guided hundreds of aspiring photographers on workshops and photo walks across Scandinavia. It is always such a pleasure to see participants grow creatively and return home with images they are proud of.

I would be very happy to guide you to the most scenic places in Swedish Lapland!

Julien Pröpper

What’s included?

8 days of photography guidance and creative inspiration

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7 nights accommodation in twin room with separate beds (single room upgrade available)

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Transport during the tour in comfortable minibus (or car)

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Breakfast (day 2-8)

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Visit the ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi

Visit the Sámi museum Nutti Sámi Siida

Snowmobile Tour into the mountains

Snowshoe hike in the snow-covered forest

Sunrise & sunset photography sessions

Northern Lights photography sessions

Editing sessions during the tour

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Landscape Composition eBook

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1:1 online follow-up session after the tour

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Travel Guarantee acc. to Swedish Package Travel Act (more information in the FAQ below)

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What’s not included?

Camera equipment (tripod can be rented)

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Travel expenses and transportation to/from Kiruna

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Lunch & dinner (unless specified)

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Drinks & alcohol

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Travel & equipment insurance

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Visa fees (if applicable)

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Upgrades:

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Single room (340,00€)

Rent a tripod (60,00€)

2-hour Dogsledding Experience (250,00€)

More than just a photo tour…

Good to know:

  • Meet up on Friday, February 26, 2027 at around 16.00 at our first hotel in Kiruna (Hotell E-10). Possible pick-up from the airport or train station in Kiruna.

  • Arrival back in Kiruna on Friday, March 4, 2027 at around 13.00

  • This tour will be performed in English language, but I also speak German and a little Swedish

  • Transport in comfortable minibus

  • Accommodation in charming hotels close to the photo spots

  • Small group limited to just 6 people with lots of time for individual photographic guidance

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What to bring?

Licenses

  • It is important that you will bring your driver’s license to be able to drive snowmobile (regular license for a car is enough)

Photography Gear

  • Your camera with spare batteries and SD memory cards

  • Camera lens(es):

    • preferably mid-range zoom lens in the 24-70mm range

    • wide-angle in the 15-20mm range for Northern Lights

    • optionally telezoom lens for wildlife or distant subjects

  • Sturdy tripod

  • Lens filters, if you have them (but not necessary)

  • Laptop or tablet with editing software if you want to edit your photos during the trip

Recommended Clothing

  • A variety base and mid layers (preferably merino wool and/or wool)

  • Warm winter jacket

  • Winter trousers or shell pants

  • Waterproof and insulated winter boots

  • Warm winter gloves (thin liner glovers in addition)

  • Wool hat

  • Several layers of warm wool socks

Tour Price

Your 8-Day Photography Adventure includes

✔ Small group (max. 6 photographers)
✔ 7 nights accommodation incl. breakfast
✔ Expert photography guidance
✔ All transports during the tour
✔ Visit of the Ice Hotel & Sámi Museum
✔ Sunrise, sunset & night photography sessions
✔ Snowmobile tour & snowshoe hike
✔ Editing sessions and personal feedback
✔ Landscape photography composition eBook
✔ Pre-preparation meeting
✔ 1:1 follow-up session after the tour

Shared Twin Room: €2,190 per person
(shared with another participant of the same gender)

Private Single Room: €2,590 per person

✔ Reserve your place with a 15% deposit
✔ Remaining balance due 30 days before the tour

Only 6 spots available!

This tour is perfect for you if

• You enjoy landscape photography
• You want to improve your composition and storytelling
• You prefer a small group experience instead of large workshops
• You love exploring winter landscapes

  • We welcome all experience levels, going from beginners to experienced photographers. A good mix of experience levels means we can also learn from each other. It is important that you bring your own camera & tripod, so you can get the most out of this trip!

  • Please note that we will do some shorter hikes on this trip. The hikes will neither be long nor steep. However, it is important that all participants take care of themselves, especially when we shoot on ice. The stones can be very slippery. If any location is out of your comfort zone, you’re more than welcome to shoot another location, stay at the hotel and rest, or wait until we get to another more comfortable location for you.

  • Yes, you can bring your drone, but there are important regulations to follow. Before flying your drone, you must have registered it and have a valid Operator ID (an operator ID issued in an EU member state is valid in any EU member state).

    Additionally, drones weighing over 250 grams must comply with stricter rules, including maintaining a safe distance from people and avoiding flights over crowds. Ensure you have appropriate insurance and are confident in flying responsibly.

    For more detailed information about drone regulations and best practices in Sweden, visit the information issued by Transportstyrelsen.

  • Our accommodations will be hotels close to the photo spots.

    The standard rooms are twin rooms with separate beds, but you can book your own private room at a surcharge (select this option in the booking process).

  • In order to reserve your spot, a deposit of 15% of the total price is required. The rest of the payment is due 30 days prior to the tour.

    Please be aware that all optional items need to be paid in full when booking.

  • You can get to Kiruna either by airplane or train (e.g. night train from Stockholm).

    There are flight connections from Stockholm to Kiruna several times a day.

  • Yes, transport in a comfortable minibus (or car) is included during the entire photo tour.

  • 60+ days before the tour: You will receive a full refund.

    Less than 60 days but more 30 days before the tour: Deposit cannot be refunded. Options will be fully refunded.

    Less than 30 days before the tour: Refunds are only possible if I am able to fill your spot with another participant. If the seat is successfully replaced, you will receive a the tour amount minus the deposit. If the seat cannot be replaced, unfortunately no refund can be given.

  • The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2015/2302.

    Therefore, you will benefit from all EU rights applying to packages. Company JP Photo will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.

    Additionally, as required by law, JP Photo has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent.

    More information on key rights under Directive (EU) 2015/2302.

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Important Information

Your safety and comfort during the tour are very important. While every effort is made to plan safe and enjoyable photography locations, participants are responsible for their own actions and decisions while travelling and photographing during the tour.

Participants should always assess their own physical abilities and avoid situations that may feel unsafe. Julien Pröpper’s role during the tour is to provide photography guidance and lead the group to carefully selected locations.

In the unlikely event that Julien Pröpper becomes ill or otherwise unable to lead the tour, a qualified replacement guide may be arranged. If this is not possible, the tour will be cancelled and all payments made for the tour will be fully refunded.

Participants are strongly advised to arrange travel insurance and insurance for their photography equipment.

Julien Pröpper reserves the right to cancel the tour in the event of extraordinary circumstances such as extreme weather, government restrictions or other situations beyond reasonable control. In such cases, all tour payments will be refunded.

For full legal details and cancellation policies, please refer to the Terms & Conditions.

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