SEMI-INDEPENDENT TOUR: Set out to discover the Arctic wilderness on this tour in Finnish Lapland. Go husky sledging through frozen forests, snowmobile along snow covered tracks and interact with reindeer in their natural habitat. Discover the highlights of this beautiful landscape, close to the Arctic circle.
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Itinerary
Rovaniemi
Welcome to Lapland and the beginning of an exciting trip. Upon arrival at Rovaniemi Airport you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. This evening why not step outside in the hope of seeing the elusive but magnificent Northern Lights. Being close to the Arctic Circle gives you a great chance of spotting them, provided the weather is clear and the conditions are right.
Overnight: Rovaniemi
Husky Sledging
An exhilarating morning awaits as we head to a husky farm. After an introduction to the excitable but well trained arctic dogs, we'll jump on our sledges and be whisked across the pristine winter forest close to the Arctic Circle. Each sled will have 2 riders who will take it in turns to control the reins. Passing through beautiful scenery we'll witness the power of these incredible animals before we return to their home where we have the opportunity to learn more about the life of a husky and enjoy a hot drink to warm us up. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight: Rovaniemi | Breakfast
Optional Northern Lights Lake Floating
Today offers free time to explore Rovaniemi at your own pace as there are no included activities today.
This evening there is an optional excursion for Aurora Ice Floating, where, after getting wrapped up in a thick rescue suit, you'll ease in and enjoy a relaxing float. Whilst it might sound a little bizarre, the high quality rescue suit will keep off the cold and let your mind rest as you relax under the nights sky, with the right conditions we'll hopefully have a mystical display from the Northern Lights.
Overnight: Rovaniemi | Breakfast
Snowmobile Safari and Reindeer Farm
Get ready for an exhilarating day as we jump on snowmobiles and take off into the Arctic wilderness and head for a reindeer farm. Your guide will take you through backwoods, past frozen trees and down tracks that lead to stunning natural landscapes. At the reindeer farm we'll get to interact and learn about Santa's flying friends before enjoying a short sleigh ride close to the farm. After returning to the farm we'll enjoy some warm drinks and take part in a lappish Arctic Circle ceremony housed inside a traditional tepee.
Returning to Rovaniemi, the rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight: Rovaniemi | Breakfast
Rovaniemi
Today marks the end of our Lapland experience comes to an end, a transfer will be arranged to take you to Rovaniemi Airport.
Breakfast
Prices & Dates
'Twin Share' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single Room' prices are applicable those who don’t have anyone to share a room with or anyone wanting the privacy of a single room.
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Arctic City Hotel, Rovaniemi
Located right in the centre of Rovaniemi, this family-owned hotel is just a few kilometres from the Arctic Circle and Santa Claus Village. Each guestroom is well-equipped with a minibar, TV and free WiFi access. There’s an impressive buffet breakfast to start your day with, and a choice of two restaurants for lunch or dinner. On the top floor you’ll also find two saunas and a cosy lounge with a fireplace, the perfect spot to warm up after a day of wintertime activities.
Reviews
Travellers have rated this tour as 4.75 out of 5 based on 4 recent reviews
Excellent -well organised by pofessional partners. The extensive City Hotel breakfast was a highlight.
All appointments and activities were on time with very friendly and helpful staff.
On the Go need to emphasise that this is partially a selfguided tour so participants are well aware they have to fill in the gaps themselves.”
Well organised”
A fantastic experience - so worth doing - Kids loved it! ”
Excellent itinerary and hotels. Lapland is amazing! Alain was a knowledgeable and personable guide. Tour was multi-language which was challenging at times.”
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Excellent -well organised by pofessional partners. The extensive City Hotel breakfast was a highlight.
All appointments and activities were on time with very friendly and helpful staff.
On the Go need to emphasise that this is partially a selfguided tour so participants are well aware they have to fill in the gaps themselves.”
