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Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Adventure
5 Nights/6 Days
Day 01: Arrival in Rovaniemi
Welcome to magical Rovaniemi in Finnish Lapland! When you arrive at Rovaniemi Airport a private driver will meet you to take you to your accommodation in town. Then head out to explore the snowy city centre. It is small but charming, with children ice skating and sledging on the main streets. You’ll also find a shopping centre and lots of restaurants to try the local cuisine.
Tonight, you have the option to join a wintry adventure to maximise your chances of seeing the northern lights. Tours range from a family-friendly snow train to a thrilling snowmobile ride in the frosty forest.
Spend the night in Rovaniemi.
Begin the day with an exciting 10km guided dog sledding excursion. After a brief lesson, you'll take turns mushing your own sleigh, pulled by a team of energetic huskies across the snowy forest trails and open plains. In the afternoon, explore the architecturally stunning Arctic SnowHotel, where you'll tour the beautiful ice rooms, ice restaurant, and ice bar.
The evening continues with a cozy 3-course dinner featuring local specialties at the rustic Kota, modelled after a traditional Sámi structure. The night culminates with an unforgettable stay under the stars in a glass igloo, with the option to enjoy a traditional Finnish sauna session beforehand
Day 03: Sami Culture & Santa Claus Village
Start with a hearty breakfast before heading back to Rovaniemi. Later, immerse yourself in the Sámi culture at a traditional reindeer farm. You'll learn about reindeer herding, enjoy a short reindeer sleigh ride, and take part in a special ceremony marking your passage across the Arctic Circle.
Next, travel to the famous Santa Claus Village. Here you'll have ample time to shop for souvenirs, send postcards from Santa’s main post office, and, of course, meet Santa Claus himself! You'll return to Rovaniemi for a relaxed evening at your leisure.
Day 04: Snowmobiling & Ice Fishing
Today, you ride through the white wilderness and enjoy ice fishing on a frozen lake in Lapland like a true local!
The tour heads north on a snowmobile trail that takes you along the frozen Ounasjoki river and through snowy forests up into the hills. Admire the surrounding vast woodlands and wild landscape of Lapland and follow the trail through snow-covered fields until you arrive at a small frozen lake. The guide will prepare you to fish in an ice hole, while the silence envelops you in the peaceful darkness. Enjoy this traditional practice and then fry your fresh catch over a campfire. Afterwards, you’ll return to town for a well-earned rest.
Spend the night in Rovaniemi.
Day 05: Day to Explore Rovaniemi
Enjoy a full day to explore Rovaniemi at your leisure. For cultural enrichment, visit the Arktikum museum to learn about local history, Sámi culture, and the Arctic environment. Alternatively, travel an hour south to the Ranua Wildlife Park to observe Arctic animals in their natural settings.
To maximize your time in Lapland, consider adding optional thrilling winter activities for your final night under the dark sky. You can also revisit the festive Santa Claus Village for activities like a reindeer ride or dining at the charming Santamus restaurant. For families, the magical Santa Park is highly recommended.
Spend the night in Rovaniemi.
Day 06: Departure
Today is your last day in Finnish Lapland. After an adventurous winter getaway, a driver will take you back to Rovaniemi Airport in time for your departure flight.
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