Finland Family Adventure - 5 Days
Finland Family Adventure - 5 Days
Finland Family Adventure - 5 Days
5 Days Starting and ending in Yllasjarvi
Visiting: Ylläsjärvi
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2267/FFA
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 30
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
There must always be at least 2 full paying adult in a room or a single room with a single supplement. So even if you have 1 adult and 1 child, 2 x adult price must be paid. Child price is applicable for children aged 4 – 12 yrs
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
SEMI-INDEPENDENT FAMILY TOUR: Discover Lapland on a fantastic family adventure in Finland. This winter wonderland is home to incredible creatures who you'll get to meet and interact with, Reindeer and Huskies will whisk you through the Arctic wilderness and along snow covered tracks on sleighs.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Yllasjarvi
Location: Ylläsjärvi
Meals Included: No Meals
Welcome to Finland, your fantastic family adventure in Lapland awaits you. Upon arrival at Kittila Airport you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. You might wish to head outside this evening in an attempt to spot the elusive but dazzling Northern Lights, being close to the arctic circle gives you a great chance of spotting them, provided the weather is clear and the conditions are right.
Day 2 : Yllasjarvi
Location: Ylläsjärvi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we head over to a local husky farm where you'll get a warm welcome from the excitable but friendly husky dogs which call the farm home. After a chance to interact with some of the dogs, we'll have a safety tutorial on the husky sleigh which we'll be riding through the Arctic wilderness with the strong huskies providing the power. Your guide will lead the train of huskies and sleighs through stunning frozen forests and snow covered tracks. It will be two people to a sleigh, with each person getting the opportunity to be in the driving position. Returning to the husky farm you'll have the opportunity to enjoy a warm drink and hear interesting stories about the huskies. The remainder of the day will be at leisure.
Day 3 : Yllasjarvi
Location: Ylläsjärvi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is at leisure. There will be the option to join a snowmobile tour through the beautiful arctic scenery. Your guide will take you out in to the snow covered forests and across frozen lakes and swamps. You'll have numerous opportunities to stop and take photos as well as enjoying a hot drink along the route. This is a fantastic adventure for beginner and experienced driver alike.
Day 4 : Yllasjarvi
Location: Ylläsjärvi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we embark on a wonderful experience as we start the day by visiting a reindeer farm. From here we'll set off in to the winter wonderland of lapland as we take an unforgettable reindeer ride through a snow covered forest. Once comfortable in our sleighs the reindeer will lead us on a magical journey, the noise of the reindeer caravan will be the only soundtrack in this peaceful setting. After our sleigh ride we'll warm up in a traditional tepee with hot drinks and an opportunity to ask the reindeer herder any questions.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 5 : Yllasjarvi
Location: Ylläsjärvi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today marks the end of your fantastic family adventure to Lapland, a transfer will be provided to take you to Kittila Airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 Star
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4 nights 3 star hotel in Yllasjarvi
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Arrival and departure airport transfers from Kittila Airport on days 1 and 5
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4 breakfasts
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Husky farm visit and 1 hour husky sled ride
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Reindeer safari including reindeer sleigh ride
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature and additional meals
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International flights to/from our tour start/end points and visas
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Tipping - An entirely personal gesture
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Optional excursions
Age Policy
There must always be at least 2 full paying adult in a room or a single room with a single supplement. So even if you have 1 adult and 1 child, 2 x adult price must be paid. Child price is applicable for children aged 4 – 12 yrs
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Arrival and departure airport transfers from Kittila Airport on days 1 and 5
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 Star
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What is the maximum group size?
30
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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