Winter in Finland: Lapland & Northern Lights
- Trip code: 4C3X001
- Dauer: 7
- Stil: Classic
Picture this: the warmth of a crackling campfire inside a cozy traditional tent as you scan the sky for the northern lights. Feel the rush as you glide through snowy trails on a husky-pulled sleigh, chilly air on your face. Connect with Indigenous herders, learning their age-old traditions and daily life with reindeer. This seven-day adventure through Finland’s breathtaking Lapland is the ultimate winter escape.
Übersicht
Accommodation
Hotels (5 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
Checklist
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
Meals Included
6 Frühstück, 2 Mittagessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD420-550 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Helsinki
- Ateneum Kunstmuseum (20EUR pro Person)
- Freilichtmuseum Seurasaari (9EUR pro Person)
- Seefestung Suomenlinna (3EUR pro Person)
Rovaniemi
- Wooden Heated Sauna and Ice Swimming (249EUR pro Person)
- Northern Light Tour Reindeer Safari (189EUR pro Person)
Start / Finish
Helsinki nach Rovaniemi
What's Included
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Helsinki Walking Tour. Helsinki Library Visit. Orientation Walk Rovaniemi. Kuoska Reindeer Farm and Husky Experience. CEO-led northern lights hunt. Visit Santa Claus Village and the Arctic Circle line. Campfire and northern lights experience. Choice of ice fishing or snowshoeing excursion. Handicraft demonstration. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Introduction
Picture this: the warmth of a crackling campfire inside a cozy traditional tent as you scan the sky for the northern lights. Feel the rush as you glide through snowy trails on a husky-pulled sleigh, chilly air on your face. Connect with Indigenous herders, learning their age-old traditions and daily life with reindeer. This seven-day adventure through Finland’s breathtaking Lapland is the ultimate winter escape
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12
Transport
Overnight train, private transport, local bus, walking
Highlights
Stroll through Helsinki: where history meets cutting-edge design, Travel across Finland’s scenic landscape aboard an overnight train, Relax by a crackling fire as you watch for the iconic northern lights, Experience pristine wilderness on an exhilarating husky-pulled sleigh ride, Go ice fishing or snowshoeing in Lapland
Internationale Flüge
Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden
Minimum Age
Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Helsinki
Arrive at any time. After settling into your hotel, attend a welcome meeting with your CEO before enjoying short orientation walk and an optional dinner out with the group
Day 2 Helsinki, Overnight Train
Head out on the town this morning and learn what your CEO loves so much about Helsinki. Wander down the Mannerheinmintie and finish up at the fascinating Lutheran Church. Explore on your own with some free time before joining your CEO once again for a stroll to the newly built Helsinki library. This evening, board an overnight train for the journey north to Rovaniemi, Lapland
Day 3 Rovaniemi
Disembark in Rovaniemi and transfer to the hotel, our base of exploration for the next four nights. Visit a local husky kennel to spend time with the dogs and their mushers and personally experience what they do best - pull. Next, transfer to a traditional reindeer farm for a chance to interact with the animals and to engage with the indigenous herders. Savour a traditional lunch before returning to Rovaniemi for some free time. In the evening, check out a local handicraft workshop and if conditions are right, set off with your CEO to try and glimpse the northern lights in the dark sky
Day 4 Rovaniemi
The capital of Lapland, Rovaniemi is also known for being home to Santa Claus himself. Today, cross the Arctic Circle and visit Santa Claus Village to pen your holiday wishes and mail them from Santa's very own post office. Enjoy some free time in the village for lunch and perhaps to meet the big guy himself before returning to Rovaniemi. Later, transfer from town to the wilderness of Kuoksa for a one-of-a-kind campfire experience and if you're lucky, the northern lights will light up the sky
Day 5 Rovaniemi
Choose your own adventure today; a choice between two included excursions that take you into the local wilderness. Don your warmest winter gear and decide whether you'd prefer to try your hand at ice fishing or tromp through the snow on snow shoes. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to relax at the hotel or get out to further explore this interesting town
Day 6 Rovaniemi
Today is yours to explore on your own! Relax in town, re-visit Santa's Village or perhaps visit a private sauna in the woods. This evening join your CEO for an optional farewell dinner in town
Day 7 Rovaniemi
Depart at any time
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Helsinki
Welcome to Helsinki, a city known for its modern and classical design, urban sophistication alongside natural beauty.
Day 2 Helsinki, Overnight Train
Day 3 Rovaniemi
Day 4 Rovaniemi
Day 5 Rovaniemi
Day 6 Rovaniemi
Day 7 Rovaniemi
