Tour across Russia’s magnificent icy terrain on a luxurious train journey, between Moscow and Vladivostok. This dazzling 12-day adventure trails through Russia and Mongolia’s breathtaking wintry backdrop. Hop aboard the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express for a magical snow-laden voyage, packed full of exciting winter activities in the most sumptuous surroundings. 

With cosy cabins and lavish suites, the Golden Eagle oozes extravagance. Whether you seek peace and tranquility in the comfort of your room, or enjoy an evening of decadent dining, the Golden Eagle offers a romantic, opulent setting to soak up spectacular wintry views of Russia and Mongolia. From Russian city tours and vast frozen lakes to nomadic Mongolian Gers, dog sled and snowmobile rides, this frosty Trans-Siberian trek is the ultimate winter exploration. 

Find out more: 12 nights onboard the Golden Eagle with two nights’ hotel accommodation costs from £9,895 all-inclusive. Eastbound departure: Feb 22 2015; Westbound departure: March 6 2015. Visit www.goldeneagleluxurytrains.com for more information.

Savour the fells of Finnish Lapland with stunning panoramic views on a winter wonderland escape to northern Finland.

This spectacularly quirky, luxury getaway boasts the best seats in the house to witness the Northern Lights’ astonishing light show. Located in the small village of Luosto (a renowned Northern Lights hotspot) these decadent glass domes (available in February 2015) nestled amid snowy forests, form part of the Hotel Aurora Northern Light-hunting holidays. The 10 Arctic–view rooms feature glass-panelled roofs and walls, so the views are truly magnificent, bringing guests as close to Finland’s beautiful natural surroundings as possible.

You can literally curl up and sleep beneath the stars - although if the Northern Lights are putting on a show, we're sure sleep will be low on your list of priorities.

Other activities including snowmobiling, hiking, snowshoeing and husky and reindeer safaris are also available as part of the package.

Find out more: Hotel Aurora – Searching for the Aurora Borealis costs from £1,845 pp (two sharing). Includes flights (London), transfers, seven nights’ half-board accommodation, plus a night in a Glass Arctic-view room (available from Feb 2015), and activities. Departures available until April 2015.

A medieval bolthole, Transylvania is swathed in gothic mystery. Used as the backdrop to Mary Shelley’s dark novel 'Dracula', this charming region of Romania is steeped in history and bursting with character. The mountainous landscapes with towering pine trees provide a wonderfully scenic backdrop.

In the perfect romantic retreat, guests reside in a cosy igloo, swaddled in warming  furs. You will also get the chance to visit Dracula’s Castle and the surrounding quaint medieval towns, as well as gliding through the snow-capped peaks by cable car up to the world’s first and only Ice Restaurant, where you’ll dine in decadence atop fur-topped seats. There’s also an array of snow and ice-based activities to indulge in including snowmobiling, sledging and tunnel trekking.

Find out more: The four-night Ice Hotel Experience costs from £299 per person. For more information visit untravelledpaths.com

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