Special Christmas Program 2021 – 2022
Additional information
People | Adults (12 – 99), Child (4 – 14) |
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People | Adults (12 – 99), Child (4 – 14) |
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Arrival to Rovaniemi: 12:10
On your arrival we will visit Santa Claus Village
You can meet Santa Claus and cross the magical Arctic Circle every day at the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi.
There are many souvenir shops as well as Santa’s Main Post Office, travel service companies and cafes and restaurants in the Santa Claus Village. And of course, Santa is there too, in his chamber every day of the year.
The Arctic Circle is a circle of latitude that runs 66°33′45.9″ north of the Equator. It marks the southernmost latitude where the sun can stay continuously below or above the horizon for 24 hours – these phenomena are known as the Midnight Sun in the summer and the Polar Night (“Kaamos”) in the winter.
Overnight and DINNER in Hotel, Rovaniemi
Reindeer Farm Visit and Safari
Pick up: 09:30
Travel back in time with a reindeer sleigh ride, a traditional Lappish method of transportation!
With the reindeers’ steady pace, you can get the most out of the pristine scenery. For photograph enthusiasts, there are many ideal photo opportunities along the ride and while on the reindeer farm. Begin the trip by encountering living history on the reindeer farm. Reindeer herding is among the oldest professions held by the native people of Lapland and much of their way of life perseveres today. The best way to meet the locals in Lapland is to meet a reindeer—they outnumber the humans! Reindeer have been the staple animal in Lapland for thousands of years, a primary means of transportation, milk, and meat. Reindeer herding began with the nomadic indigenous people of Lapland, the Sami, who lived in reindeer herding communities.
Our guests have the chance to meet the reindeer farmers themselves who can regale us with stories of their life and livelihood together with nature. Kids (and grown-ups) will enjoy the chance to feed the reindeer some tasty lichen, their favourite treat. Indoors you can enjoy something hot to drink and Finnish pulla (buns).
Overnight and DINNER in Hotel, Rovaniemi
Husky Safari and Farm Visit
Pick up time: Morning
A short transfer takes you to the husky farm, where the enthusiastic arctic sled dogs greet you with barking and jumping - as if they were saying, come on, let's go. Huskies are passionate about running and that is why they are eager to take off with you in their sledge. But first things first: instructions on safety and driving. You and a friend are sharing a team of huskies and can take turns in mushing (driving) and being a passenger.
The route takes you through an enchanted winter landscape. There will be stops when you can change places as musher and passenger. You will also have some photogenic moments midst the stunning nature and with the beautiful dogs. Once they have ran off some energy, they are calmer and let you enjoy the silent drive.
Back at the farm we will gather around the campfire to hear the mushers tell about life with huskies. You will of course also have time to cuddle and pat your newfound friends before it is time to leave the husky farm. Duration 2 hours
Overnight and DINNER in Hotel, Rovaniemi
We are heading to Saariselkä where is the best Aurora seen in Finland all the time. After breakfast we will continue to Hotel Kakslauttanen,
Today we will take it easy and enjoy with snowy resort and dinner at the resort.
Snowmobile Safari for 2 Hours Ride
Departure: Morning
Around Saariselkä there are 1100 kilometres of tracks to choose from, so there are trails suitable for everyone. Your guide chooses the trails for today’s adventure and takes you off the beaten track. Regardless of if you are a beginner with snowmobiling or already have some experience, after this safari you will feel you learnt more and hopefully even got more appetite for snowmobiling!
Dinner and overnight at the Resort KAKSLAUTTANEN
This exciting excursion will be heading to North Norway, Kirkenes. The trip is done by modern and comfortable coach
A totally unforgettable experience awaits you on the frozen fjords of Kirkenes!
After changing thermal gear (overalls, socks, boots and balaclava headwear), approx. 35 min sleigh ride pulled by snowmobile will start.
This is your chance to catch, learn how to cook and most importantly EAT this mysterious creature.
The Arctic King crab is one of the most popular starter dish in top restaurants and now you have opportunity to taste it as its freshest, pulled from the fjord in front of your eyes. You can even help in sawing the hole in the ice and bring up the catch.
Checking the crayfish traps will take approx. 40 min. Snowmobile sleigh ride will take us to a beautiful farmhouse by the lake and our master guide will prepare the caught crab for you to taste.
After lunch and short free time to see the area we ahead to Saariselkä. We will stop if the weather is good in the evening, we can make a stop of few minutes for watching Aurora Borealis on the route Kirkenes - Saariselkä - Kakslauttanen.
Dinner and overnight at the Resort KAKSLAUTTANEN
The trail on this safari takes you to the north of Saariselkä to a remote lake. Here you'll have a chance to drill a hole through the ice and try out your fishing skills! The catch may even be the jewel of Lapland's crystal waters; the Arctic char. Later, you can enjoy a snack by the campfire and could fry the fresh fish you just caught.
Dinner and overnight at the Resort KAKSLAUTTANEN
After breakfast at our hotel, we will drive to Rovaniemi right by the arctic circle where the village of Santa Claus located. On the way we will visit Amethyst mine, a semi-precious stone mined in Lapland where you can learn about Amethyst and have a chance to dig your own amethyst stone. Then continue to Rovaniemi and c-in hotel.
Overnight in Rovaniemi
An amazing icebreaker tour adventure brings a unique experience of swimming amongst the ice. Everyone on board will feel the bygone glory of the vessel even today for the sure. Make your experience even more exceptional with our perfectly tailored icebreaking tour package. You can get an opportunity to experience arctic freedom at its fullest with icebreaker tour itinerary.
Icebreaker Tour Package for Extraordinary Experience
Just imagine white frozen sea that never storms, and the sea waters covered with solid ice and endless dramatic whites as far as your eye can see. On an icebreaking tour, enjoy listening to the sound of crackling ice. Take this chance to listen the crashed ice blocks emerging from the icebreaking allowing and dark water splashing out. Ice breaker makes the pool free from ice and you may have an enjoyable swim in dark icy water in floating survival suite. During winter, find ice from 30 cm to 2 meters in depth for truly amazing experience. After the combination of majestic sea and ice arctic experience we will stop for lunch in local village where locals catch salmons naturally from the Torni river and serve in this family run place.
Overnight in Hotel, Rovaniemi
Dashing through the snow in a horse sleigh? There is no better way to experience the winter wonderland all around us!
Already in the early 1900’s the tavern of Apukka was famous for its magnificent horses. Take a step back on the pages of history and travel in the far North by the same means our ancestors did. Find a cozy seat in the sleigh and let the horses lead you to the magical sceneries that surround you from the vast frozen lake Olkka. This is what Lappish life is all about!
Kindly note that accessibility to lake Olkka is dependent on the strength of the ice – in case of mild temperatures optional routes may apply.
Overnight and DINNER in Hotel, Rovaniemi
Today we will have a free day in Rovaniemi, we do shopping and get relax around the Rovaniemi. Around 16:30 your driver will pick you up from hotel lobby and transfer you to Rovaniemi airport.
At 20:00 your driver will pick you up from Airport and transfer you to Hotel in Helsinki.
Overnight in Helsinki
Today morning after breakfast our Sightseeing tour Helsinki starts.To explore the town for half day visiting the highlights of Helsinki. You will first visit Sibelius Monument dedicated to the famous Finnish composer Jean Sibelius, then continue to the Rock Church, a small church built into solid granite and a great example of modern architecture. Later you will have a stop at Oodi Library where you can see the parliament house, Finlandia House and Music House before continuing to Senate Square where you can see the Great Cathedral of Helsinki known as white church. Enjoy a walking tour through the heart of old city seeing old senate house, Sederholm House, Helsinki University, Esplanade Park, Havis Amanda statue and Market Square and old Market Hall where you will have free time for Finnish souvenirs and delicacies. Later you will meet you guide and driver and then to your hotel.
Overnight in Helsinki
After breakfast you will be transferred to ferry pier to take a ferry to Suomenlinna, a fortified island of historic value that is listed as UNESCO World Heritage site. You will visit the castle which was built in the mid-18th century during the Swedish time and then during the Russian rule in the 19th century.
Take a ferry back to Helsinki and then drive to Porvoo, one of the very few medieval towns that survived in Finland. Enjoy a walking tour around the old city of Porvoo through narrow alleyways to see old wooden houses and the Porvoo cathedral and enjoy your free time in the marketplace before departing for airport to take a flight to Istanbul
Special Christmas Program 2021 - 2022
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