Finland

Eerie Landscapes & Northern Lights in Finland

Price

4,995 EUR

Duration

6 Days

Level

easy-moderate

Date

February 23, 2024

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6 days

4,995 EUR / 1,765 KWD / 20,995 AED / 21,625 SAR

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Overview

Prepare to be enchanted by the eerie landscapes of Lapland in winter. During these six days and while based in Rovaniemi & Luosto– a small village in northern Finland, surrounded by a national park – you will have the opportunity to participate in adventurous activities like husky sledding through the forest, reindeer safaris, or snowmobiling, and learn new skills like skiing and snowshoeing. At night, you will gaze at the starlit sky, and hopefully, you will be able to marvel at the Northern Lights dancing above.

Trip Highlights:
Get ready to:

Enjoy an exclusive husky safari and learn more about these fascinating creatures in the husky ranch.
Join a hiking and snowshoeing adventure tour across the frozen lakes & forests.
Learn the basics of cross-country skiing.
Experience the Amethyst Spa in Lappis Finland.
Join the traditional Kota dinner by open fire setting!
Driving through the snowmobiles while enjoying the beautiful Lappish nature covered in snow.
Visit a reindeer farm and enjoy a short sleigh-ride with the reindeer.
Hunt after the Northern Lights with snowshoes.
Stay for a few days in the magnificent “arctic view” - Glass igloo rooms, enjoying the Lappish landscape through the glass windows and ceiling.
Visit the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi.

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Activities: cultural interactions, Snowmobiling, Northern Lights Hunting, Husky Safari, Cross-country skiing

Itinerary Details

Day 1 (23rd February 2024): Arrival at Rovaniemi / Transfer to hotel in Rovaniemi - Kota Dinner at traditional restaurant (D)

Arriving at Rovaniemi, you will be picked up from the Rovaniemi airport and taken directly to your hotel in Rovaniemi. Free time to explore Rovaniemi and Santa Claus Village assisted by your guide.

In the evening, experience a traditional Kota dinner by the open fire. Forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy traditional Finnish delicacies in a Lappish hut. This is a traditional dinner in a traditional setting with an evening of local food and culture.

Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation: Santa’s Hotel in Rovaniemi 4* or similar

Note: There will be only one airport transfer for the group. Timing will be advised in due course.

Day 2 (24th February 2024): Snowshoe hiking, Sunset Snowmobile and Northern Lights Searching by private car (B)

After breakfast checkout from hotel, during morning hours you will go for Snowshoeing in Vaattunki forest. Join a hiking and snowshoeing adventure tour across the river, frozen lakes, boreal forest and experience the wild Lappish nature. See the frozen landscapes while enjoying Lappish snacks and hot drinks.

After finishing the hike, you will drive towards Luosto (approx drive 1.5hours) Check-in at hotel. the premium Glass igloos, time to take a shower and relax.

Note that the igloo rooms can be used all year round. In the winter, they allow the visitor to get closer to the polar nights and the Aurora Borealis. The unique midsummer sun and the nightless nights of the summer offer a different perspective of the Lappish nature. In autumn and spring, one can observe the behavior of the animals as they prepare for the new season. Through the glass windows and ceiling, the landscape of Luosto unfolds like a new painting every single day.

Arctic View Premium Glass Igloo rooms are equipped with shower, WC, water boiler with coffee and tea, TV, aurora alarm phone, Wi-Fi and hairdryer. All other hotel facilities such as reception, the breakfast room, the lobby bar and the restaurant in the main building of Santa's Hotel Aurora are only a few steps away from your premium glass igloo room.

Later we proceed for our next tour – Sunset Snowmobile Safari.

The best way to get to the heart of nature and back is by an exciting snowmobile safari. During this fun safari you will learn how to snowmobile along frozen swamps and through forests covered with snow. Enjoy the beautiful sunset views of Lappish nature. A break with hot beverages will keep your motor running.

Important Note: A valid driver's license is required to drive the snowmobile. 2 travelers will be driving on one snowmobile while changing the seats in the middle way. If preferred solo riding additional supplement may apply. Seat availability subject to confirm at time of booking!

Later in the evening, In order to maximize the chances of spotting the Northern Lights join a private car tour where finding the dancing lights is the task of the evening. Our experienced guide will lead you safely to places where you will have high chances of seeing the Northern Lights.

Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation: Santa’s Hotel in Luosto 4* or similar

Day 3 (25th February 2024): Husky Safari - Relaxing Amethyst Spa- Northern lights searching by snowshoes (B)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will have the opportunity to experience a wintertime safari with husky teams.
After a short transfer by car, you will arrive at a husky ranch, where these friendly dogs will bark an enthusiastic welcome to you. Before departing on the 10 km safari, you will be given instructions on how to navigate the sleds, which you will ride in pairs. Upon your return to the farm, you will enjoy some hot berry juice by an open fire and chat with the head musher about these amazing northern animals.

In Afternoon, you go for relaxing Amethyst Spa - Whatever the weather outside, it will be balmy in the spa! Its bird-shaped multi-purpose pool’s gentle waves and water jet massage points and the amethyst cave’s jacuzzi bring the tropics to the Finnish Lapland. It’s a retreat to help you refresh your body and mind.

Around 21:00 you will join a Northern Lights search expedition with Snowshoes. Our experienced guide will lead you safely to places where you will have high chances of seeing the Northern Lights, and, while waiting, he will share with you interesting facts about this phenomenon, as well about the nature and history of Lapland. While walking on snow, you will experience how the milky light of the moon and stars cast their enchanting shadows through the snowfields. The activity includes helpful guiding, equipment and transportation.

Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation: Santa’s Hotel in Luosto 4* or similar

Day 4 (26th February 2024): Cross-country skiing - Reindeer Safari to Santa Village - Northern lights searching by car (B)

After breakfast, you will be introduced to the basics of traditional cross-country skiing (includes helpful instructions and equipment), and then you will have the chance to implement this newly acquired knowledge to explore the mysterious forests of Luosto.

Later check-out from hotel and drive towards Rovaniemi (approx drive 1.5hours)

After check-in at hotel, you will visit a local reindeer farm at Santa village where you will learn about the life of reindeer herders and, afterwards, you will go for a short sleigh ride with the reindeer, which takes you deep into the Lappish wilderness. and then relax by enjoying a hot cup of coffee around a campfire.

Later we go visit Arkticum museum, explore Rovaniemi city and some shopping time.

Later in the night, If weather allows - join a private car tour where finding the dancing lights is the task of the evening.

Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation: Santa’s Hotel in Rovaniemi 4*or similar

Day 5 (27th February 2024): Day at leisure - (optional activities) (B)

Today day at leisure on our own, relaxing or going out for some more wonderful activities (optional)

Go on an Arctic Icebreaker Cruise
The Icebreaker Sampo is the world’s only A1 Super class passenger icebreaker. Sampo is one of the most known tourism attractions in Finland. The cruise on an icebreaker takes you to the frozen sea where the scenery is just one of a kind. You can also walk on ice and swim by this mighty vessel in a survival suit! If you want to experience an adventure of a lifetime, then this unique cruise is for you. Welcome aboard!
Note- Seats for Cruise are limited and get sold out soon, bookings are subject to availability.

Alternatively you can go for other exciting optional activities like Ice fishing, horseback riding, Skate in Kotatieva Park, ice floating etc..

Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation: Santa’s Hotel in Rovaniemi 4* or similar

Day 6 (28th February 2024): Visit to Santa Claus village - Departure from Rovaniemi (B)

After breakfast at the hotel, you can enjoy a short visit at the renowned Santa Claus Village, which, besides souvenir shopping, is the right place to meet the “real” Santa.
You will be transferred then to Rovaniemi airport for your flight back home.

Note: There will be only one private transfer arranged for the group. Timing will be advised in due course.

Notes

The trip cost is based on Double Occupancy. Single supplement applies additional 2,095 EUR.
Included excursion tours are based on a shared basis with other groups. Additional supplement applies for private tours.
All services stipulated above are subject to availability at the time of booking / reservation.
All prices are subject to change.
The itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, road conditions and operating conditions.

The Price Includes:

Accommodation: 3 nights in a standard room as mentioned in hotel options, 2 nights in a premium glass igloo.
Meals: 5 breakfasts & 1 dinner.
Private Local escort chauffeur guide to assist during whole trip.
Activities as per itinerary: (based on sharing group)
- Day 2: Snowshoe hiking, Sunset Snowmobile and Northern Lights Searching by private car.
- Day 3: Husky Safari - Relaxing Amethyst Spa- Northern lights searching by snowshoes.
- Day 4: Cross-country skiing - Reindeer Safari to Santa Village - Northern lights searching by car.
- Day 6: Visit to the Santa Claus Village on the way to the Airport.
Private 1 Group Transfer to/from Rovaniemi Airport, and all other transfers based on the described activities.

The Price Excludes:

International airfare.
Airport taxes.
Travel insurance.
Visa fees.
Single Supplement cost.
Meals not mentioned above.
Tips and gratuities.
Personal expenses.

Important: The itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, road challenges or operating conditions. At any moment, the guide has the RIGHT to change the program for the safety and convenience of the travelers.

Also, the trip's price does not cover expenses that may occur due to conditions beyond Rahhalah's control (force
majeure). Such cases include but are not limited to extreme weather conditions, flight cancellations or delays, and natural phenomena (earthquakes, volcano eruptions, hurricanes, etc.). We, the Rahhalah team, both in our HQ and on the ground, will do our best to assist you with alternative arrangements (like new accommodation and/or transportation arrangements, revised itinerary and activities etc.), but ALL NEW COSTS incurred because of force majeure are to be covered by the traveler.

We strongly recommend that, before your departure, you purchase travel insurance that covers trip cancellation costs, loss of baggage or personal items, medical emergencies, and other unexpected circumstances that cannot be controlled by Rahhalah or any traveler.