Finnish Lapland in Winter
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Tour Overview
Visit Lapland – a magical place of Arctic landscapes and snow-dusted woodlands – on this six-day adventure through northern Finland. Strap on your hiking boots and crunch a path through Finland’s taigas, experience the rush of a real dogsled and steam your worries away in a traditional Finnish sauna. Finish your journey in Rovaniemi, where you can opt to extend your stay and keep the icy adventures going with a visit to the Santa Claus Village or a hike along the Ounasvaara Winter Trail. From the docks of Helsinki to remote Yllastunturi, witness a part of the world where Christmas always feels close.
Trip Code: BMXF
Start
Helsinki
End
Rovaniemi
Destination
Finland
Meals
5 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Overnight train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Tram
Accommodation
Hotel (1 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night)
Days
6
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Be pulled across the snowy landscape at high speed on the back of a dog sled. The incredible huskies are doing what they love most – making a lot of noise before darting along the trails.
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Visit a local Finnish family who will guide you through their world and lifestyle. You'll be shown their skills in reindeer herding with the option to get up close and personal with some of the animals on the farm.
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Stay up late to see the northern sky dance with green light. The aurora borealis is the best lightshow on Earth, and this trip is your ticket (subject to weather conditions).
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Travel on the famous 'Santa Claus Express' overnight train all the way from Helsinki through the frozen northern wilderness to Rovaniemi.
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Unwind in a traditional Finnish smoke sauna at a family-owned reindeer farm in Yllastunturi or in Helsinki. This millennia-old ritual is said to have healing and meditative benefits.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
5 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Overnight train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Tram
Accommodation
Hotel (1 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night)
Included activities
- Helsinki - Group welcome meeting
- Helsinki - Orientation Walk (Leader Led)
- Helsinki to Rovaniemi - Santa Claus Express Overnight Train
- Yllästunturi - Northern Light Viewing Opportunity (subject to weather conditions)
- Yllästunturi - Dog Sledding
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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