Finnish Lapland Discovery

Finnish Lapland Discovery

• Trip code: 4C3X000
• Dauer: 7
• Stil: Classic

Midnight sun, reindeer, huskies, and a touch of Santa’s magic — Lapland in summer is straight out of a fairytale. Cross into the Arctic Circle, where the sun never sets, and explore Santa’s Village, complete with a post office that sends letters straight from the North Pole. Visit a family-run reindeer farm that’s been herding for generations, hear their incredible stories, then head to a husky kennel to meet and play with the energetic pups. This seven-day adventure is packed with charm, wildlife, and endless northern wonder.

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
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• 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:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• 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
- Traditional Finnish Sauna Experience (149EUR pro Person)
- Fishing Experience at a Private Lake (89EUR pro Person)

Start / Finish

Helsinki nach Rovaniemi

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Helsinki Orientation Walk. Helsinki Library Visit. Orientation Walk Rovaniemi. Kuoska Reindeer Farm and Husky Experience. Visit Santa Claus Village and the Arctic Circle line. Campfire experience under the midnight sun. Choice of fat tire e-bike ride or hike. Handicraft demonstration. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 16, avg 12

Highlights

Explore Helsinki with your CEO before heading into the Arctic north, Visit a reindeer farm and spend time with huskies while learning about life in Lapland, Stroll through Santa’s Village and send a letter from his official post office, Bask under the midnight sun by a campfire, Hike or ride a fat tire e-bike along wilderness trails

Introduction

Midnight sun, reindeer, huskies, and a touch of Santa’s magic — Lapland in summer is straight out of a fairytale. Cross into the Arctic Circle, where the sun never sets, and explore Santa’s Village, complete with a post office that sends letters straight from the North Pole. Visit a family-run reindeer farm that’s been herding for generations, hear their incredible stories, then head to a husky kennel to meet and play with the energetic pups. This seven-day adventure is packed with charm, wildlife, and endless northern wonder

Transport

Overnight train, private transport, local bus, walking

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

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

Join your CEO on an orientation walk this morning; wander down the Mannerheinmintie, stroll to the newly built Helsinki library, and finish up at the Lutheran Church. Explore on your own with some free time before boarding your overnight train for the magical journey along the tracks 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, with the option to take a wheeled sleigh ride. 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 enjoy an optional dinner out in town

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

Day 5 Rovaniemi

You have the opportunity to choose your own adventure today; a choice between two included excursions that take you into the wilderness. Choose between a fat tire e-bike ride or head out on foot to enjoy the area's nature trails. 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 your last day in Lapland so take time to personalize it however you wish. Relax in town, re-visit Santa's Village, perhaps join a fishing excursion to one of the local lakes, or a sauna in nature. Join your CEO for an optional farewell dinner out with the group

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