Arctic Adventure – 7-Day Holiday Package
Arctic Adventure – 7-Day Holiday Package
7 Days Starting and ending in Rovaniemi, Finland
Visiting: Rovaniemi, Ranua, Saariselkä, Inari, Lapland, Kemi
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Tour code:
130792
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
3-99
Special diets catered:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a thrilling 7-day Arctic Adventure in Finland, where the enchanting beauty of Lapland awaits. This unforgettable journey begins in Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus, and offers a myriad of unique experiences. Explore the serene Finnish forests on snowshoes, try your hand at ice fishing like the Sámi people, and chase the mesmerizing northern lights with expert guides. Visit the Ranua Wildlife Park to see Arctic animals, dig for amethysts at Luosto, and immerse yourself in Sámi culture at the Inari Museum. Enjoy exhilarating snowmobile rides, meet huskies and reindeer, and relax in an Arctic Glass Igloo. With professional guides, cozy accommodations, and a chance to witness the northern lights, this adventure promises an authentic taste of the Arctic.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival To The Arctic Circle, Let's Go Hunt For Northern Lights !
Location: Rovaniemi
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Welcome to Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus! Your guide will pick you up directly from the airport or train station and take you to our office in the city center of Rovaniemi to dress you in proper winter clothes that you will be using for the duration of your stay. Take a short break in your hotel after check-in and prepare yourself for your first Nordic experience tonight.
At night, we will head out to the forest to try the most lappish experience - campfire barbecue under the Kota or at the Lávvu, with light snack being provided.Let's see together if we are lucky enough to witness the magical northern lights appear!
*Itinerary might be different subject to the snow condition
Day 2 : Ranua Wildlife Park
Location: Ranua
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at your hotel, you will set off for the Ranua Wildlife Park, where you will be able to observe Arctic animals in their natural environment. The Wildlife park includes approximately 50 wild animal species and 200 individuals. Ranua Zoo is Lapland’s leading tourist attraction for families to greet unique, lovely Arctic animals, including polar bears!
Day 3 : Luosto Amethyst Mine & Saariselkä Hilltop With Northern Lights
Location: Saariselkä
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, start our journey from Rovaniemi to Luosto, where you will visit the amethyst mine and dig for your own precious stone! The amethyst mine is located on top of the Lampivaara hill, close to the Luosto recreation center, situated in the middle of the beautiful landscape. A professional miner will share some of the fascinating stories with you, and instructions will be given on how to use the mining tools properly for this activity.
Afterward, we will head to the peaceful village of Saariselkä in the wilderness. Saariselkä Village is located in Finland's biggest municipality, Inari, 250 kilometres to the north of the Arctic Circle. The village of Saariselkä is built to be a tourism center, and it is very compact. Nowadays, Saariselkä is a popular tourist destination due to Urho Kekkonen National Park, the Sámi people living in the area, the gold mining legends of the area, and the Lapland scenery of Kaunispää and Iisakkipää fells.
In the evening, experience the wonderful phenomenon of the Northern Lights on top of the hill named Kaunispää - where our guide will take you to some secret spots according to the weather forecast to hunt for the auroras.
*Itinerary might be different subject to the snow condition
Day 4 : Sámi Museum In Inari & Northern Lights Huting By Snowmobiles
Location: Inari
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Travel from Saariselkä to Inari, the largest municipality in Finland,which charms visitors and locals with its unique nature and diverse culture. In Inari, you will visit the Sámi Museum, which presents the culture of the Finnish Sámi through its exhibitions and collections.
After visiting the museum, enjoy the buffet lunch and head back to Rovaniemi.
In the same evening, we will go huting the northern lights on the snowmobiles! Don't forget to bring your driving license!
*Itinerary might be different subject to the snow condition
Day 5 : Santa Claus Village & Arctic Circle & Meet The Husky And Reindeer & Hunting Aurora With Photographers
Location: Rovaniemi
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today's adventure starts with visiting Santa Claus Village, where you will have a private meeting with Santa Claus. At the popular Santa’s Post Office, you can greet the elves and send postcards to your family and friends. The Arctic Circle cuts right through Santa Claus Village, where you can officially enter the polar circle when you cross the line. You will also be provided with the Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate by the end of the tour.
After saying goodbye to Santa, let’s meet the enthusiasm of the running huskies during the short, but enjoyable, sleigh ride experience. Lunch will be provided at the restaurant in traditional Finnish buffet style in the Santa Claus Village. Shortly after, you will be taken to meet the Santa's reindeer and ride with them.
Don't forget to shop for some souvenirs before we leave the Santa Claus village. After we will take you to check out the more in-depth culture of Lapland by visiting the Arktikum Museum with our professional guide, who will explain everything that you need to know about it.
At night, let's go for another hunt for the northern lights together with our photographers. Photos of the night will be sent to you by email the next day with no additional cost.
*Please note that the northern lights are subject to weather conditions and solar activity. Therefore they cannot be 100% guaranteed.
*Itinerary might be different subject to the snow condition
Day 6 : Snowshoeing & Ice Fishing & Relaxing Night Staying At Arctic Igloos & Sauna Experience
Location: Lapland
Accommodation Name: Arctic Glass Igloo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with an unforgettable snowshoeing exeperience. The most authentic way to go through powdery, fresh snow is by putting on snowshoes. Our expert guide will show you how to put the snowshoes, while we are all enjoying this joyful winter experience. Look around and try to find out if any wild animals are hidden nearby too! Later on, try Ice fishing in the frozen lake with our professional guide showing you the techniques. Your guide will help you find the best location for drilling a hole.
Tonight, you will be checking in to the local Igloo accommodation, where you get to relax, chill out, and sleep under the starry sky above you. Get cozy and stay warm inside the igloo, as these beautiful surroundings might be even more delightful with the northern lights showing up later in the evening!
Spend your night also with an Finnish sauna experience. Sauna is such an important part of Finnish culture that it is irreplaceable by other things. It has been a place for physical and spiritual cleansing for centuries. Dipping in the icy lakes and rolling in the snow are said to be good for your blood circulation. Relax in the Finnish sauna, lean back in the jacuzzi, and release all your stress while the Northern Lights dance above you in the sky.
*Itinerary might be different subject to the snow condition
Day 7 : Snowcastle Visit - Departure Day
Location: Kemi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Shortly after breakfast, we will take you to visit the incredible Arctic Snowcastle, which was built entirely of pure white snow and magnificent ice sculptures by the Arctic designers. A guide will tell you how to keep the snow castle in an appropriate state for the whole winter; how to sleep in the ice hotel, and a lot more interesting facts. Inside the Snowcastle, you will also find an ice bar, an ice restaurant and the snow hotel.
After the tour, we will drop you off at your departure point (train station, bus station, or airport) for your return journey.
*Itinerary might be different subject to the snow condition
What's Included
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Airport or Train Station Transfer
Airport or train station transfer on the first and last day is included.
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Professional Guide
A professional guide in English is included. Other languages may be available upon request.
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Activities
All the activities mentioned in the itinerary are included.
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Transportation to Activities
Pick up and drop off from accommodation to activity locations before and after each activity are included.
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Winter Clothing
Winter clothes and winter boots are provided for the duration of your stay.
What's Not Included
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Northern Lights Guarantee
The northern lights are subject to weather conditions and solar activity and cannot be 100% guaranteed.
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Driving License Requirement
A valid driver’s license is required if you wish to drive the snowmobile.
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Minimum Participants Requirement
At least 4 people are required as minimum participants for the tour.
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Child Supervision
Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by one adult paying full price joining the same trip.
Requirements
Please Note
Mode of Transport
The tour includes airport or train station transfers on the first and last day, with pick-up and drop-off from accommodation to activity locations, ensuring seamless travel throughout your Arctic adventure.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights at Hotel Aakenus or Scandic Hotels, 1 night at Holiday Club Saariselka, and a unique stay at an Arctic Glass Igloo, all subject to availability, offering a blend of comfort and authentic Arctic experiences.
Check out our Q&As
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What activities are included in the Arctic Adventure tour?
The Arctic Adventure tour includes activities such as snowshoeing in the Finnish forest, ice fishing like the Sámi people, hunting for the northern lights with professional guides and photographers, visiting the Ranua Wildlife Park, exploring the Luosto Amethyst Mine, visiting the Sámi Museum, meeting Santa Claus, enjoying a husky and reindeer sleigh ride, and experiencing a Finnish sauna.
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What is the accommodation like during the tour?
The tour includes 4 nights accommodation in Hotel Aakenus or Scandic Hotels or similar, 1 night accommodation in Holiday Club Saariselka or similar, and 1 night stay at an Arctic Glass Igloo, all subject to availability.
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Is there a chance to see the Northern Lights during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes multiple opportunities to hunt for the Northern Lights, including a campfire barbecue under the Kota or Lávvu, a visit to Saariselkä hilltop, and a snowmobile excursion. However, the Northern Lights are subject to weather conditions and solar activity, so they cannot be guaranteed.
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What should I bring for the snowmobile activity?
You should bring a valid driver's license if you wish to drive the snowmobile. Two people will share one snowmobile, and the guide will stop halfway through the tour for you to switch drivers.
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Are there any age restrictions for the tour?
Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by an adult paying full price. Infants under the age of 3 can join the tour complimentary.
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What is the minimum group size for the tour to proceed?
The tour requires at least 4 people as the minimum participants. The product may be canceled or rescheduled if the group size is smaller than 2 persons.
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Where are we located?
Nordic Unique Travels LTD located in the door to the Arctic: Rovaniemi, Lapland. Our office is approachable by walking distance from the major hotels in the city area (Maakuntakatu 29-31 96200 Rovaniemi Finland). We are in the middle of the city centre, next to Subway and in front of Sale Market. Come make us a visit!
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When to travel to Lapland?
There are four distinctly different seasons as far up north as Rovaniemi. However, locals think the conditions are in a constant state of change and say there are up to eight seasons in the year: midwinter, snowy spring, spring, summer, harvest season, autumn leaf colour, first snowfall, and Christmas. Please bear in mind that there is annual fluctuation in weather. Lapland is in the continental climate zone. The winters are cold and rich in snow, but thanks to the Gulf Stream, the summers are relatively warm. Rovaniemi is part of the arctic region; its climate, however, is subarctic and temperate, characterised by strong seasonal contrasts of dark versus bright and cold versus warm.
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Summer in Lapland
The Midnight Sun and white nights in June and July The Midnight Sun period officially lasts from early June until early July, but nights are white throughout the summer in Rovaniemi. The summer in Lapland can offer an interesting variety of weather conditions, with a longer warm spell expected in July. The warmest time of year brings people out in masses, and various events take place in summery Rovaniemi. Prepare to celebrate until the wee hours, as the sun never goes down. There are plenty of things to do in Rovaniemi in the summer, and with 24 hours of light, there’s no limits to time of action.
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Spring in Lapland
The snow melts, the ice breaks and nature is reborn in April and May April is still considered a snowy month in Rovaniemi and Lapland, but the snow gradually disappears as May approaches. The ice on rivers and lakes starts melting, and big chunks of ice can be seen flowing downstream. In early April, the last of the Northern Lights displays can be seen. Towards the end of April, nights are too light for the Auroras to be spotted. In May, northern nature starts getting ready to blossom once again after a harsh winter. At the end of May, nights are white. In Rovaniemi, winter activities still run in early April, after which it’s time for non-snow stuff.
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Winter in Lapland
Christmas, the Polar Night and snowy spring from December to March December and January are snowy months shrouded in the darkness of the Polar Night. The sun comes out in February and marks the start of the snowy, light-filled spring. March is often terrific for Northern Lights viewing. In Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, Christmas is a special time, as many flock to the arctic town to meet Santa in person and experience the festive season in magical wintery surroundings. The winter is a great time for a number of activities both in the snow outside and experiencing local culture inside.
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Autumn in Lapland
First Auroras and first snowfall from August to November Early August is still considered summer by many, but by the end of the month, it’s definitely autumn. The Northern Lights start appearing in late August, and September and October are ideal Aurora viewing months. Temperatures start dropping below zero in October, and first snow usually falls at around the same time period. A permanent snow cover is expected in late November. Autumn leaf colour paints the landscapes in earthy shades, and days are perfect for hiking and other nature related activities, as nights are best reserved for Aurora spotting.
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 365 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.