Lapland & the Arctic Circle Sokos Hotel Vaakuna - 5 days
Lapland & the Arctic Circle Sokos Hotel Vaakuna - 5 days
Lapland & the Arctic Circle Sokos Hotel Vaakuna - 5 days
5 Days Starting and ending in Rovaniemi
Visiting: Rovaniemi
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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 charged a
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Tour Overview
SEMI-INDEPENDENT TOUR: Head to Finnish Lapland for 5 days with a difference. Cross the Arctic Circle, meet Santa Claus in Rovaniemi and become a reindeer driver all in five magical days.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Rovaniemi
Location: Rovaniemi
Meals Included: No Meals
Welcome to Lapland! Upon arrival at Rovaniemi airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Day 2 : Rovaniemi
Location: Rovaniemi
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning after breakfast we depart for a visit to see Rovaniemi's most famous resident - Santa Claus. Crossing the Arctic Circle we'll arrive at the village to meet the man himself.
This afternoon we continue back to Rovaniemi for a city tour and included visit to the Arktikum museum. Arktikum provides information on Arctic issues and tells stories about Lapland.
Day 3 : Rovaniemi
Location: Rovaniemi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today there is the option to visit a Reindeer Farm. You'll learn all about the daily life of the reindeer before taking your reindeer driving licence and heading out on the sleighs, stopping en route by a toasty bonfire near a hut for a cup of hot juice. At this traditional Lappish hut you will be baptised according to the traditional rules of the north.
In the afternoon you have the option to embark on a snowmobile safari around Rovaniemi where you can drive along the forest trails surrounding Santa Claus village soaking in the Lappish nature and stunning scenery around you.
Day 4 : Rovaniemi
Location: Rovaniemi
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning there is the option to visit a husky farm to learn about the daily life and hard work of these magnificent animals. After meeting the dog-breeders and becoming acquainted with the dogs, you’ll get the chance to take a “dog –breeder” course before embarking on a safari on dog sledge around the grounds stopping for a rest and hot berry juice along the way.
Tonight you have the option to go searching for the Northern Lights in a snowmobile safari. Leave the city lights behind and find the perfect spot to set up a camp fire grill some traditional makkara sausages and wait for the lights to appear.
Day 5 : Rovaniemi
Location: Rovaniemi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tuesday. Today marks the end of your Lapland adventure with included transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 star -
4 breakfasts
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4 nights 4 star hotel
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Return airport/railway transfers on days 1 and 5
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Entrance into Arktikum Science Museum in Rovaniemi
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City tour of Rovaniemi
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Excursion to Santa Claus Village
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
Check out our Q&As
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What is the maximum group size?
30
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4 star
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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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