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Santa Claus Express Helsinki to Lapland - 7 days

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Tour Overview

Travel from Helsinki to Rovaniemi on the iconic Santa Claus Express and discover the magic of Finnish Lapland on this winter journey. Explore Helsinki on a guided sightseeing tour before travelling north by overnight train into the Arctic Circle. In Rovaniemi, enjoy unforgettable included experiences such as reindeer and husky safaris, a visit to Santa Claus Village, and a guided trip to Ranua Zoo, with opportunities to hunt the Northern Lights.

Start

Helsinki

End

Rovaniemi

Destination

Rovaniemi

Days

7

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 4 - Max 40

Min Age

4

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Trip Code: SCEZHTL

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Santa Claus Village - Meet Santa himself and opt to send a letter back home, complete with an official Santa stamp!

  • Northern Lights Tour - Head into the Lappish wilderness at night for a great chance to spot the Northern Lights

  • Reindeer & Husky Sleigh Rides - Experience the thrill of a reindeer sleigh ride and meet adorable huskies for a husky sleigh ride

  • Ranua Zoo - See polar bears, elk, wolverines and more at the world's most northerly zoo

  • Glass Igloo - Spend a memorable night in a glass igloo, with the chance to spot the Northern Lights from your own bed

  • Helsinki - Take in the best of the Finnish capital on a city tour, including the Parliament building and the famous Opera House

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

5 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 1 dinner
1 night in 3-star hotel in Helsinki, 3 nights in 4-star hotel in Rovaniemi & 1 night heated glass igloo
Overnight Train ticket from Helsinki - Rovaniemi on Santa Claus Express - private cabin, shared bathroom facilities
Airport arrival transfer on Day 1
English speaking tour escort with local guides for included sightseeing & activities in Rovaniemi
All relevant transfers and transportation within itinerary, excluding departure transfer
Visit to Santa Claus Village
Aurora Evening at Ounasvaara

Not Included

Items of a personal nature and additional meals
International flights to/from our tour start/end points and visas
Tipping - An entirely personal gesture
Optional excursions
Departure transfer on Day 7

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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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Tour Details

Duration7 days
StartHelsinki
EndRovaniemi
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group40 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $6,120
Was $5,202
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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