Overview
Discover Finland from the streets of Helsinki to the snowy wilderness of Lapland. Chase the Northern Lights, cruise through frozen seas aboard the Icebreaker Sampo, meet Santa Claus, and experience husky sledding and snowmobile safaris. With unique Arctic stays and unforgettable winter adventures, this 8-night journey is Finland at its most magical.
Finland | 8 NightsHighlights
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Chase the magical Northern Lights across the Arctic skies.
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Explore Helsinki on a private walking tour with a local.
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Cruise through frozen seas aboard the Icebreaker Sampo.
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Step into the festive world of Santa Claus Village.
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Race through snowy forests on a snowmobile safari.
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Meet a team of huskies and glide through Lapland’s winter trails.
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Spend a night in an Aurora Suite at Northern Lights Village.
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Head into the Arctic wilderness on a Northern Lights sledge ride.
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Experience three sides of Finland, from Helsinki’s city charm to Rovaniemi and Levi’s snowy landscapes.
December to March is ideal for experiencing Finland’s Arctic winter at its best.
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Itinerary Schedule
Arrive at Helsinki Airport and transfer to your hotel by private vehicle. Check in and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Helsinki. Meals on your own.
After breakfast, explore Helsinki on a private walking tour with a local. Discover the city beyond the usual sights, with local stories, hidden spots and recommendations tailored to your interests.
The rest of the day is at leisure to explore on your own.
Overnight stay in Helsinki. Breakfast included.
After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport by private vehicle for your flight to Rovaniemi. On arrival, meet your driver at the arrival hall and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
In the evening, head out on a 3-hour private Northern Lights tour by van. Travel to a secluded location away from city lights, where you can sit around a fireplace and hear stories about the Northern Lights from your guide. With a little patience and clear skies, you may get the chance to witness the Aurora Borealis. Your guide can also help you capture photographs of the experience.
Overnight stay in Rovaniemi. Meals on your own.
After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning before heading out for your Icebreaker Sampo experience.
Depart from Scandic Pohjanhovi Hotel at 09:00 hrs and travel to Kemi. Enjoy lunch and explore the SnowCastle before boarding the shuttle to the harbour.
From 13:00 to 16:30 hrs, experience the Icebreaker Sampo cruise through the frozen waters of the Bothnian Sea. After the cruise, take the shuttle back to Rovaniemi, arriving at Scandic Pohjanhovi Hotel at approximately 18:30 hrs.
Overnight stay in Rovaniemi. Breakfast Included
After breakfast, spend the morning exploring Santa Claus Village at your own pace.
Later, head to the Safari Centre near Santa Claus Village for a one-hour snowmobile safari. After a safety briefing and driving instructions from your guide, set off along snowy forest trails around the Arctic Circle. Ride through frosted spruce forests and open clearings while taking in the winter scenery of Lapland.
Overnight stay in Rovaniemi. Breakfast included.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and private transfer to Northern Lights Village Levi. On arrival, check in and spend the rest of the day at leisure, surrounded by the snowy forests of Lapland.
Overnight stay at Northern Lights Village Levi. Dinner included.
After breakfast, enjoy a husky safari through the snowy forests of Levi. Meet your husky team and set off on a one-hour experience, including approximately 30 minutes of sledding over the snow-covered trails. English-speaking guides, thermal overalls, boots, gloves and warm berry juice are included.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay at Levi. Breakfast included.
After breakfast, enjoy the day at leisure. Later in the evening, head out on a two-hour Northern Lights sledge ride through the Arctic wilderness. Travel by snowmobile-pulled sledge to remote areas away from artificial lights, with a stop to enjoy the surrounding forests, frozen lakes and night sky.
With clear skies and a little luck, you may witness the Northern Lights dancing overhead. Pick-up and drop-off, guide services, snowmobile equipment and thermal overalls are included.
Overnight stay at Levi. Breakfast included.
Please note: Northern Lights sightings depend on weather conditions and cannot be guaranteed. Pick-up timings will be confirmed in advance.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Kittilä Airport for your flight to Helsinki. Take home wonderful memories of Lapland’s snowy landscapes, Arctic adventures and magical Northern Lights experiences.
Package cost
Starting from Euro 7961 per person on twin share basis
Inclusions / Exclusions
What is included
Accommodation
- 2 nights at Scandic Park Helsinki in a Superior Room with breakfast
- 3 nights at Arctic Light Hotel, Rovaniemi, in a Polar Room with breakfast (non-refundable)
- 1 night at Northern Lights Village Levi in an Aurora Suite on a Modified American Plan (MAP)
- 2 nights at Levi Panorama Hotel in a Deluxe Suite with Sauna and breakfast (non-refundable)
Transfers
- Private airport transfers
- Transfers for activities as mentioned in the itinerary
Tours & Experiences
- Private Helsinki walking tour with a local (3 hours)
- Private Northern Lights tour by van (3 hours)
- Icebreaker Sampo cruise
- Visit to Santa Claus Village
- Snowmobile safari (1 hour)
- Husky safari (1 hour)
- Northern Lights sledge ride in Levi (2 hours)
What is not included
- International Airfare
- Domestic airfare within the countries being visited (unless part of the tour cost)
- International departure airport tax (if applicable is payable directly at airport)
- Visa fees (for visas on arrival as well as for pre-trip visa + courier charges if any)
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Entry fees to monuments, guides, unless included.
- City tax payable directly by client to the hotel upon check in (most European cities now levy a city tax which can only be paid by the client at the reception)
- Cost of fuel, car upgrade, car drop facility, parking, insurance (on self-drive tours)
- Any expenses of personal nature such as mineral water, drinks, laundry, telephone/fax calls, travel
insurance, room service, mini-bar etc. - Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as inclement weather, natural calamities (landslides, floods, cyclones, typhoons, Tsunami warnings etc), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, sickness, riots, strikes, war, food poisoning etc.
- Any additional cost arising out of any of the above will be borne by the client and payable directly to the local supplier in order to avail of these additional services.
- Any tips/gratuities to drivers, hotel staff.
- Any other tax or service charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra and need to be borne by you.
- Surcharge for peak period dates is applicable
- 5% GST & 2% TCS
- Services other than specified in “Cost inclusions”
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