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Highlights
- Explore Lapland over an 8-day journey featuring three Northern Lights hunts and a unique night in a glass igloo at Magical Pond where you can watch the lights from bed.
- Start your adventure in Helsinki with accommodation at a 4-star hotel, enjoy a 2-hour guided city tour, then board the Santa Claus Express night train; transfers and fees are included.
- Venture into Arctic forests for thrilling husky and reindeer safaris, take part in a snowmobile ride, and visit Santa Claus Village to meet him while crossing the Arctic Circle.
- Stay at a 4-star Kuusamo hotel with daily breakfasts provided, spend time at Ruka Ski Resort, and explore Ranua Wildlife Park with guides; enjoy 24/7 support throughout your trip.
Your Experience
Getting started
Your 8 days and 7 nights Lapland winter tour begins in Helsinki. After arriving via airport transfer, you check into one of two possible 4-star hotels: Scandic or Radisson. Once settled, your itinerary includes all necessary airport transfers, daily breakfasts at each hotel, and activity transportation.
Helsinki city tour
Start your Finnish adventure with a guided Helsinki city tour that lasts for 2 hours. This exploration takes you through key landmarks in the capital before heading northward.
- The route highlights major sites such as Senate Square, Sibelius Monument, and Market Square, offering an overview of Helsinki's architecture and public spaces.
- An English-speaking guide leads this tour, after which you return to your 4-star hotel (Scandic or Radisson) in Helsinki for breakfast the following morning.
Santa Claus Express overnight train
Post-Helsinki exploration involves boarding the Santa Claus Express overnight train. This standard class journey takes you from Helsinki toward Kemijärvi, smoothly transitioning your itinerary into Lapland's Arctic region.
- The train ride is a smooth part of your 8 days and 7 nights tour, ensuring smooth onward transfers in Lapland according to your planned activities.
Kuusamo stay and Ruka Ski Resort
In the heart of Lapland, you settle into Kuusamo. Here, at a 4-star hotel such as Holiday Club or Scandic, you enjoy daily breakfasts and have access to 24/7 on-trip assistance.
- Your visit includes spending time at Ruka Ski Resort for about 2 hours of leisure in the snowy landscape before returning via included transfers.
Santa Claus Village
Early in your Lapland journey, you explore Santa Claus Village to experience one of its most iconic attractions and officially enter the Arctic Circle.
- You meet Santa Claus and cross into the far north at this village. Transfers here are included as part of all airport and activity transfers per itinerary, with English-speaking guides accompanying you during related activities.
Northern Lights hunting tours
Throughout several nights, start dedicated outings to witness the Aurora Borealis in Arctic conditions.
- You participate in 3 Northern Lights hunting tours lasting approximately 3 to 4 hours each. These excursions take you into darker areas away from artificial light for optimal viewing opportunities.
- The tours are led by expert English-speaking guides, with logistics covered through all airport and activity transfers as per itinerary.
Reindeer safari and farm visit
Spend a day at a local reindeer farm to learn about Lapland traditions and enjoy sled travel behind these majestic animals.
- The experience includes learning about reindeer culture followed by a 1.5 km ride on a reindeer-pulled sled, typically taking around 2 hours including the visit.
- English-speaking guides are present during this activity, with all transfers included in your tour package.
Husky safari and farm visit
Experience Lapland's huskies by visiting a local husky farm for an extended sled ride through Arctic landscapes.
- This includes a 5 km ride lasting about 2 hours, traversing forest trails with working dogs. The activity is part of your tour’s inclusions and guided by English-speaking experts.
Snowmobile safari
Explore Lapland's terrain on snowmobiles during a dedicated outing designed for adventure seekers.
- The 10 to 15 km ride takes around 2 hours, following routes prepared for this motorized winter activity. English-speaking guides lead the way, with transport included in your itinerary’s transfers.
Glass igloo stay at Magical Pond
One night of your tour is spent uniquely overnighting in a glass igloo at Magical Pond, offering views of the Arctic sky from bed if conditions permit.
- This 1-night experience combines with Kuusamo hotel stays and continues daily breakfast service. The stay forms part of your complete itinerary.
Ranua Wildlife Park
Visit Ranua Wildlife Park to observe Arctic animals such as polar bears, Arctic foxes, and lynx in a controlled environment.
- Your 4-hour visit is integrated into the schedule with provided transfers. You have access to English-speaking guides and round-the-clock assistance throughout this experience.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 8 days, 7 nights Lapland winter tour itinerary
- Guided Helsinki city tour lasting 2 hours
- English-speaking guides available for all activities
- 4-star hotel accommodation in Helsinki at Scandic or Radisson
- 4-star hotel stay in Kuusamo at Holiday Club or Scandic
- 1 night spent in a glass igloo at Magical Pond
- Daily breakfast served at all hotels included
- Santa Claus Express overnight train travel in standard class
- Visit to Santa Claus Village, including meeting Santa and crossing the Arctic Circle
- 3 Northern Lights hunting tours (each 3-4 hours long)
- Reindeer safari with a 1.5 km ride on the farm
- Husky safari featuring a 5 km ride at the farm
- Snowmobile safari covering a distance of 10-15 km
- 2-hour visit to Ruka Ski Resort included in itinerary
- 4-hour tour of Ranua Wildlife Park scheduled
- All airport and activity transfers as outlined in the itinerary provided
- 24/7 on-trip assistance available throughout the journey
- Inclusion of all local taxes and service charges
- International and domestic flight tickets
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners
- Early check-in or late check-out at hotels
- Optional tours or activities not included in the itinerary
- Sleeper cabin upgrade on overnight train journeys
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Carry your valid visa documents and travel insurance details as they are mandatory for this tour.
- Bring cash or cards to cover lunches, dinners, tips, shopping, and other personal expenses during the trip.
- Pack a small overnight bag if you opt for sleeper cabin upgrades on the Santa Claus Express train.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
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