Lapland is a magical winter wonderland where our childhood dreams become reality. On your Lapland adventure you will be mind blown by the mystical Northern Lights, feel the spirit of Santa’s Village, meet & greet with reindeers and come face to face with Santa Claus himself.
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8 days
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8 - 20 spots
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Double occupancy in 3-star hotels (single rooms available)
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7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 5 Dinners
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TrovaTrip will provide 3 transfers from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), we recommend arriving between 08:00 AM and 05:00 PM.
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TrovaTrip will provide 2 transfers to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), we recommend departing between 08:00 AM and 05:00 PM.
Activities Included
- Arctic Circle Forest Snowmobile Safari
- Santa Claus Village Visit
- Aurora Bubble Sky Gaze
- Reindeer Meet & Greet
- Gentle Snowshoe Experience
- Northern Lights Camp
Other Inclusions
- Double Occupancy in 3-star Hotels
- Local Guide throughout Trip
- All City Transfers
- Arrival Airport Transfer (until 6pm on first day)
- Departure Airport Transfer (morning of last day)
Optional Activities
- Private Meeting with Santa
- Husky Experience
Exclusions
- International Flights
- Food & Alcohol (except as noted)
- Visas & Travel Insurance
- Airport Transfers Outside of Designated Times
Itinerary
Day 1
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Day 1
Welcome to Finland! Settle in and get ready for an incredible week.
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Airport Transfer
TrovaTrip will provide 3 transfers from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), we recommend arriving between 08:00 AM and 05:00 PM.
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dinner
Welcome Dinner at local restaurant
accommodation
Hotel Arthur
Overnight in Helsinki
Day 2
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Day 2
You will transfer back to the airport to catch your flight to Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland. In the afternoon you will hop on a snowmobile and explore on an Arctic Circle Forest Snowmobile Safari.
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Hotel breakfast
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Domestic Flight
Domestic Flight
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Arctic Circle Forest Snowmobile Safari
In the afternoon, your discovery of this magical Arctic wonderland begins with a snowmobile adventure through an Arctic Circle forest.
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Hotel Aakenus
Overnight in Rovaniemi
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Hotel Arthur
Overnight in Helsinki
Day 3
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Day 3
We hope that you are filled with cheer and Christmas spirit as you will spend the day in Santa’s Village! If you’re looking for a special VIP encounter with Santa himself, you’ll have an option to have a private session with Santa and his elves!
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Hotel breakfast
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Santa Claus Village Visit
You will have the full day at the capital of Christmas to enjoy all its delights! Santa has one mission in life, ‘to enhance the well-being in children and the kindness of grown-ups, as well as spread the message of love and goodwill and the Christmas spirit across the globe.’
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Private Meeting with Santa (Optional)
This visit takes you to Santa’s private office. You will be greeted by a personal elf who is guiding you through all the fascinating details of the Trail of Secrets, telling you unheard tales about Santa’s machinery and the Arctic Circle. The highlight of your tour will be a private meeting with Santa Claus in person. You’ll hear stories about Christmas and get answers to all these questions you have about Santa.
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Hotel Aakenus
Overnight in Rovaniemi
Day 4
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Day 4
Continue your journey north as you travel to Nellim where you will be staying in the world-famous Aurora Bubbles. If you’re lucky, you might catch the Northern Lights dancing in the sky!
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Hotel breakfast
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dinner
Dinner at the hotel
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Aurora Bubble Sky Gaze
Snuggle up in your warm and comfortable bed while gazing at the billions of stars in the night sky, safe from the cold arctic temperatures as low as -30°C. If you’re lucky, you might catch the Northern Lights dancing in the sky!
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Nelim Wilderness Lodge
Overnight in Nelim
Day 5
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Day 5
You’ll have the chance to meet the ‘locals’ and spend time with Santa's reindeers. You will explore natural Lapland as you will pop on some snowshoes and discover the surrounding forest.
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Hotel breakfast
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Reindeer Meet & Greet
You’ll have the chance to meet the ‘locals’ and spend time with Santa's reindeers. You will be invited to the reindeer enclosure where these curious animals might walk up to you and eat out of your hand.
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Gentle Snowshoe Experience
You will explore natural Lapland as you will pop on some snowshoes and discover the surrounding forest. Your guide will share stories about nature and teach you about the local Sami culture.
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dinner
Dinner at the hotel
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Nelim Wilderness Lodge
Overnight in Nelim
Day 6
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Day 6
You will have the morning at leisure to absorb this snowy paradise. If you are feeling adventurous, there will be an optional husky safari organized. In the evening, you will head to the stunning Lake Inari where there will be a camp prepared for you and the group.
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Hotel breakfast
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Husky Experience (Optional)
An absolute ‘must do’ when visiting Lapland is a husky safari! You will be taught how to handle the sled before you head out, where the huskies will pull your sled through the beautiful winter scenery, passing through the frozen Lake Inari. The dogs’ excitement is infectious and as the animals fall silent on the trail, you will realize that this is the only way to see Lapland. All our husky safaris include full instruction and are based on two people sharing a sled unless otherwise stated.
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lunch
Lunch at the hotel
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dinner
Dinner at the hotel
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Northern Lights Camp
You will head to the stunning Lake Inari where there will be a camp prepared for you and the group. Lake Inari is one of the best places in the world for aurora viewing as there is zero light pollution. There will be a blazing campfire and plenty of hot drinks to keep you warm as you observe the night sky.
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Nelim Wilderness Lodge
Overnight in Nelim
Day 7
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Day 7
This morning you will transfer to Ivalo Airport to fly back to Helsinki. You will have the afternoon at leisure before meeting the group for a farewell dinner.
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Hotel breakfast
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Domestic Flight
Domestic Flight
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dinner
Farewell Dinner
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Hotel Arthur
Overnight in Helsinki
Day 8
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Day 8
All good things must come to an end! You'll transfer to the airport and bid farewell for now.
transfer
Airport Transfer
TrovaTrip will provide 2 transfers to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), we recommend departing between 08:00 AM and 05:00 PM.
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breakfast
Hotel breakfast
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