Itinerary

1. Day 1: Helsinki Walking Tour and Overnight Train to Rovaniemi

   • Begin your journey in Finland's vibrant capital, Helsinki.

   • Meet your professional guide at your accommodation for a personalized walking tour.

   • Discover hidden gems, local neighborhoods, and essential city tips.

   • Learn about Helsinki's food, culture, and shopping scenes.

   • After the tour, board the comfortable overnight train to Rovaniemi.

   • Travel north through scenic landscapes as you prepare to enter the Arctic Circle.

2. Day 2: Welcome to Rovaniemi – The Hometown of Santa Claus

   • Arrive in Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus.

   • Visit Santa Claus Village with your guide and meet Santa Claus himself.

   • Cross into the Arctic Circle and receive your Arctic trekker certificate.

   • Explore authentic Finnish shops and brands within the village.

   • Enjoy a traditional Finnish buffet lunch at a local restaurant.

   • Spend your afternoon discovering the village at your own pace.

   • Shop for souvenirs and take photographs in this festive wonderland.

3. Day 3: Snowshoe Trek and Northern Lights Adventure

   • Begin the day with a snowshoe trek through the Arctic forest.

   • Learn how to walk across deep snow and navigate frozen landscapes.

   • Arrive at an ice fishing site and try your hand at drilling and fishing.

   • Enjoy a barbecue lunch near a crackling campfire in the wilderness.

   • At night, join a guided tour to hunt for the Northern Lights.

   • Visit a viewing point for the best chance to witness the aurora borealis.

4. Day 4: Ounasvaara Hiking and Visit to Ranua Zoo

   • Travel to Ounasvaara Hill for a scenic nature hike.

   • Walk along the Ounasvaara Nature Trail through forests and wetland areas.

   • Reach a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Saarenkylä and the River Kemijoki.

   • Continue to Ranua Wildlife Park, home to around 50 Arctic species.

   • Observe polar bears, lynx, foxes, and more in naturalistic habitats.

   • Learn about Arctic animals with your knowledgeable guide.

5. Day 5: Reindeer Encounter in the Forests of Lapland

   • Venture into Rovaniemi’s forests to meet iconic reindeers.

   • Visit a reindeer farm and learn about these gentle creatures.

   • Feed the reindeer and discover how they roam freely during the summer.

   • Take photos and hear stories about life in Lapland from local herders.

6. Day 6: Husky Safari and Northern Lights Sleigh Ride

   • Visit a husky farm deep in the forests of the Arctic Circle.

   • Meet the friendly huskies and take time to interact and feed them.

   • Receive sled driving instructions and set off on a scenic sleigh ride.

   • Glide through snowy trails guided by an energetic husky team.

   • In the evening, embark on a sleigh ride under the stars to search for the Northern Lights.

   • Ride over a frozen lake as you hope to catch another glimpse of the aurora.

7. Day 7: Farewell to Lapland – Departure Day

   • Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and a peaceful morning in Rovaniemi.

   • Take time to walk through the town, visit shops, or send postcards.

   • Your guide will transfer you to the airport or train station for your journey home.

   • Depart with unforgettable memories of Finland’s winter magic.