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We Love —
- Settling into a superb glass-roofed chalet and admiring the stars from the comfort of your bed.
- Continuing the adventure by travelling to Finland's capital on a charming night train.
- Enjoying the architectural elegance, thriving art scene, and unique cultural atmosphere of Helsinki.
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Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your itinerary in brief —
Explore the magic of Northern Finland on a captivating 6-night tour from Rovaniemi to Helsinki. Immerse yourself in the wintry world of Rovaniemi, Father Christmas's hometown, before travelling through snow-covered landscapes, visiting picturesque villages, discovering Lapland culture and ending your adventure in Helsinki, a dynamic metropolis with cultural and architectural charms.
Your itinerary:
Days 1, 2 and 3: Rovaniemi
Day 4: Rovaniemi - Helsinki
Days 5 and 6: Helsinki
Day 7: Departure
Please note that the order of activities may be changed without affecting the interest of the programme.
Your itinerary in detail —
DAY 1: Arrival in Rovaniemi
Explore the enchanting Arctic city of Rovaniemi in Finnish Lapland, where winter's magic comes alive with the chance to meet Santa Claus and witness the dance of the Northern Lights. Embrace the winter wonderland atmosphere, visit the iconic Arctic Circle, and indulge in thrilling outdoor activities, making Rovaniemi a captivating destination for those seeking the true spirit of Christmas and Arctic adventure.
- Transfer from airport to hotel
- Night at Apukka Resort 4*
- Dinner included
DAYS 2 & 3: ROVANIEMI
- Free time to explore the town
- Optional excursions available
- Night at Apukka Resort 4*
- Breakfast and dinner included
Day 4: Rovaniemi - Helsinki
- Free time to enjoy your last day in Rovaniemi
- Overnight journey from Rovaniemi to Helsinki
DAYS 5 & 6: HELSINKI
Experience the modern elegance of Helsinki, Finland's vibrant capital, where neoclassical architecture, cutting-edge design, and a thriving cultural scene converge along the Baltic Sea. Wander through the bustling markets, visit the iconic Rock Church, and embrace the harmonious blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty that defines this Nordic gem.
- Free time in Helsinki to soak up the atmosphere of the Finnish capital
- Night in Sokos Hotel Presidentti Helsinki 4*
- Breakfasts included
DAY 7: DEPARTURE
- Transfer from hotel to airport
- Breakfast included
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
You'll be staying in comfortable rooms in thoughtfully chosen hotels.
Your hotels:
Rovaniemi: Apukka Resort 4* in Kammi Suite
Helsinki: Sokos Hotel Presidentti Helsinki 4* in Standard Room
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Your dining choices
You will enjoy half board (excluding drinks) during your stay at the Apukka Resort 4* and breakfast in Helsinki.
Optional excursions —
Apukka Reindeer Journey
Following a peaceful pace our reindeer will lead to a journey through the forests. Enjoy the silence of the woods and the still atmosphere all around you and let these beautiful animals lead the way. Afterwards it's time relax by a hot drink and a light snack by an open fire. You will return from this trip knowing a lot more than before about the life of the reindeer and the reindeer herders in Finnish Lapland.
Wilderness Snowmobile Safari
Experience the arctic nature in a completely different way as you hop on a snowmobile and drive off to the forest. Enjoy the beautiful sceneries along the way as you’ll drive through conifer forests and frozen marshlands until you stop for a moment to enjoy a hot drink in complete silence. Have you ever been in a place this quiet before?
Aurora Husky Tour in Apukka
Meet & mush with our howling, furry friends – the huskies of Apukka – on this fun day adventure, including an hour-long safari! Huskies are one of the most loved animals of the north, and you will understand why when you meet the pack at Apukka. You can pet them, pose on photos with them and listen to stories about the lives of the huskies.
They absolutely love pulling loads and running on the trail across the forests. The highlight of the day is the 7–10 km long safari, where you get to be the musher yourself, in other words control the pack of huskies towing the sled.
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Aurora Hunt by Car (3 hours)
Chase the Northern Lights from the comfort of a car as you zoom across the frozen tundra.
Your journey to Finland —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have to pay for it at the airport counter. You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destinations —
Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi is the capital city of Lapland in northern Finland, and is known as the 'official hometown of Santa Claus'. Home to Santa Claus Village, a year-round Christmas-themed attraction, this is heaven on earth for festive fanatics. Breathe in the purest air in Europe and dive into a country where 70% of the territory is covered with forest areas - this is a true escape from the everyday.
Thanks to the city’s proximity to the Arctic Circle (just 6km away), the city is the perfect place for a magical wintry escape. Catch the incredible spectacle of the Northern Lights, and explore the Arctic Circle Hiking Area, a diverse trail network where you can admire rapids and aapa mires, a complex landscape of wetlands.
Besides the Christmas festivities, Rovaniemi is also a great springboard from which to explore the Ranua Wildlife Park and the Arkitikum Science Museum. While you might have a spectacular winter break in mind, the summer is the time to experience the unique spectacle of the Midnight Sun - between the 6th June-7th July, the sun never falls below the horizon, meaning even more time for activities like horse riding, hiking, and jet skiing!
