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8 Day Finland featuring Lapland Winter Wonderland & Igloo Hotel - Thursday Departure

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Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Countries Visited

Finland

Cities Visited

Helsinki , Rovaniemi


DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for Finland
Depart for Finland

DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Helsinki
Arrive in the captivating capital city of Helsinki and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure. This evening, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Helsinki
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Saturday - Helsinki City Tour
Begin your exploration of Helsinki with a visit to the Rock Church, an architectural marvel, carved directly into solid rock. Free time to explore on your own. Perhaps visit the Old Market Hall, an iconic food market, located in Market Square. Here, you will find delectable Finnish delicacies, and international food
Overnight: Helsinki
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 4, Sunday - Flight to Rovaniemi, Reindeer Sleigh-Ride
After a leisurely morning, head to the airport for your flight to Rovaniemi, capital of Lapland. On arrival, check into the hotel. In mid-afternoon, get ready to embark on a reindeer sleigh-ride, an iconic and traditional mode of transportation in Lapland. Glide through pristine snowy forests, and along scenic trails, soaking in the tranquility and beauty of Lapland's winter wonderland. Tonight, dinner is at the hotel. Chance to experience the Northern Lights from the comfort of your glass igloo
Overnight: Rovaniemi
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5, Monday - Winter Park, Sampo Icebreaker Cruise
Embark on an unforgettable excursion to Kemi, a charming town located on the shores of the Gulf of Bothnia. Begin with a visit to a Winter park*. Enter a winter wonderland, and explore beautiful ice, and snow sculptures. Your next adventure is a thrilling Sampo icebreaker cruise. Board the legendary Sampo, a massive icebreaker** ship that plows through the frozen waters. Feel the power of the ship as it breaks through the thick ice, creating a path in the frozen sea. During the cruise, savor lunch, and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife, such as seabirds, which are often spotted in the area. Afterward, head back to Rovaniemi**For Jan 9 departure, Winter Park will be replaced with a Gemstone Exhibition, due to its closure.**If Sampo is unavailable, it will be substituted with another icebreaker.
Overnight: Rovaniemi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 6, Tuesday - Full Day in Rovaniemi
Spend the day at leisure to explore Rovaniemi on your own, or participate in the optional Husky Safari*. Head to a husky farm and after a warm welcome, meet a team of enthusiastic and skilled mushers who will guide you through the tour. Get introduced to your team of furry friends and embark on a sleigh ride through the white wilderness. Witness the raw beauty of Lapland's nature*For Jan 16 departure, Husky Safari will operate on day 7.
Optional: Husky Safari
Overnight: Rovaniemi
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 7, Wednesday - Arktikum Museum, Flight to Helsinki
Today, visit the Arktikum Museum which serves as a gateway to the Arctic region. It showcases the area's natural wonders and indigenous cultures. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Helsinki. Arrive and check into your hotel. Free time to further explore the city or, shop for last minute souvenirs. Tonight at dinner, bid farewell to Finland and to your Tour Manager*For Jan 16 departure, visit to Arktikum Museum will be moved to day 6.
Overnight: Helsinki
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 8, Thursday - Depart Finland
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast

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Inclusions

Package Includes

  • Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed
  • Round trip flights New York-Helsinki, Helsinki-New York
    Other departure cities available.
  • All intra-flights: Helsinki-Rovaniemi & Rovaniemi-Helsinki
  • 6 nights First Class accommodations
  • 3 nights Helsinki
  • 3 nights Rovaniemi
  • Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
  • Hotel porterage
  • All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
  • 12 meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners
  • Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles
  • Services of local English-speaking tour manager throughout
  • Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary
  • Active itinerary with unique cultural features
  • Tour Highlights

    Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination, visit places that other tours miss, and get to know the locals.

  • Explore the capital city of Helsinki and view its iconic landmarks
  • Discover the city of Rovaniemi in Lapland, nestled amidst the Arctic wilderness
  • Stay in a glass igloo with a chance to experience the Northern Lights from the comfort of your room
  • Embark on a peaceful reindeer sleigh-ride through Lapland's winter wonderland
  • Visit a Winter Park, and explore beautiful ice, and snow sculptures
  • Board the legendary Sampo and embark on a thrilling icebreaker cruise
  • †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

    Please note: Viewing the Northern Lights is contingent upon the correct weather conditions and solar activity. Sightings cannot be guaranteed.

    Not Included:
    Optional tours and gratuities.


    Additional Information:
    Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers but does include flights Helsinki-Rovaniemi & Rovaniemi-Helsinki

    Viewing the Northern Lights is contingent upon the correct weather conditions and solar activity. Sightings cannot be guaranteed.

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    Accommodations

    Hotel Haven
    This deluxe hotel is located in Helsinki, near the famed Market Square.

    Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
    This first class hotel is located on the Arctic Circle, just a ten minute drive from the city of Rovaniemi.

    Hotel Haven
    This deluxe hotel is located in Helsinki, near the famed Market Square.

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