New Year's in Finland - 6 Days
New Year's in Finland - 6 Days
6 Days Starting and ending in Kuhmo
Visiting: Kuhmo
Tour operator:
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 38
Age range:
Children can travel at the child price ifbetween 4 – 12 years old. 0 – 3 years old are FoC and will be baby cot, baby bed or extra bedIf there is one child travelling with 2adults then they can share the room with an extra roll-away bed. If there are 2ch
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$2225
$1839 (USD)
Operator discount: -$334
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$52
-17%
Tour Overview
NEW YEAR TOUR: Make New Year's Eve one to remember with a week long stay in Kuhmo in Finland. Go snow shoeing in the forest, be introduced to husky and horse sleigh riding and head into a winter wonderland by snow mobile. Enjoy fireworks and a disco for new year's eve and take advantage of daily jacuzzis and saunas.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Kuhmo
Location: Kuhmo
Meals Included: Dinner
29 December 2021. Upon arrival at Kajaani Airport you will be met and transferred to the Hotel Kalevala in Kuhmo. The transfer is approximately one and a half hours. Upon arrival at the hotel you will check in, enjoy a welcome drink and have dinner.
Day 2 : Kuhmo
Location: Kuhmo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we will have breakfast together with our host who will explain to you how the next few days will go and introduce you to the optional activities on offer. After breakfast this morning we will get a chance to have a taster of some of the available activities. You will take a short horse sleigh, Reindeer sleigh ride and snowmobile ride. We'll then get a real taste of this winter wonderland as we try our hand at snow shoeing on a 2 hour snow shoe tour along the Taiga forest and across the frozen lake before enjoying a cup of hot juice.This afternoon is free to try your hand at lots of different winter activities from Nordic walking to cross country skiing to husky safaris. We can also take advantage of the saunas and jacuzzi.
Day 3 : Kuhmo
Location: Kuhmo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast this morning we take a 1 hour snowmobile safari over 15 - 20 km heading through the stunning scenery, past snow covered trees. There will be 2 people per snowmobile and thermal overalls will be provided. Later on we sit around the fire in the lobby and watch some tin casting - a tradition on new year's eve to make little horse shoes as a sign of good luck. There will also be a fortune teller on hand to tell you about your future for the following year. This evening there is a New Year Gala Dinner and disco. Just before midnight we'll move into the winter garden to enjoy the fireworks and the countdown to 2021. The party will continue inside in the bar with dancing and a DJ.
Day 4 : Kuhmo
Location: Kuhmo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Happy New Year! This morning enjoy a lie in as there will be a late breakfast/brunch served today. It is a free day to relax and enjoy some more optional activities if you wish. Otherwise you can just recover from last night's revelry and enjoy the hotel's facilities including the wellness area. You may wish to watch the Kick Sled competition that will be taking place in the village today. Before dinner we will head out to the New Year's Day concert at the Kuhmo Art's Centre - a short bus drive away.
Day 5 : Kuhmo
Location: Kuhmo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is at leisure for more optional activities. You can also go shopping for some last minute souvenirs or just simply relax at the hotel. Tonight we have a farewell dinner with your fellow guests. You'll also have the opportunity to take a final dip in the jacuzzi or head for the sauna.
Day 6 : Kuhmo
Location: Kuhmo
Meals Included: Breakfast
3rd January 2022. Our amazing New Year's in Finland comes to an end today after breakfast and hotel check out with an included transfer back to Kajaani airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 star -
5 nights at the Hotel Kalevala (3 star)
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4 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 3 lunches and 5 dinners (inclusive of a New Year's Eve Traditional Gala Dinner)
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Welcome drink
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Arrival and departure transfer from Kajaani airport on days 1 and 6
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2 hour snowshoeing tour
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Taster horse sleigh, reindeer sleigh and snowmobile safaris
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Traditional tin casting and fortune teller on New Year's Eve
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Entrance to Kuhmo Arts Centre and concert on New Year's day
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1 Hour Snowmobile Safari
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Free use of kick-sledges, toboggans, DVDs, Playstation2 and Nintendo WII games, Wi-Fi and board games
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
Children can travel at the child price ifbetween 4 – 12 years old. 0 – 3 years old are FoC and will be baby cot, baby bed or extra bedIf there is one child travelling with 2adults then they can share the room with an extra roll-away bed. If there are 2children then you can either ask if any of the family rooms are available orupgrade to a suite – make sure with the suite that you ask for the extra bedotherwise they will put the children on one sofa bed which isn’t acceptable.
Accommodation
Hotel Kalevela
On the banks of Lake Lammasjarvi sits Hotel Kalevela - a beautiful family run hotel with on site spa. Guest rooms are comfortable with modern facilities. The hotel boasts a fantastic gourmet restaurant, 4 saunas and 2 hot tubs. The hotel can organise lots of activities like husky sledding, snow shoeing, cross country skiing etc. There is a lounge and fireplace for relaxing by and the hotel also provides kick sledges, toboggans and children's games to keep the whole family happy.
Check out our Q&As
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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?
3 star
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Arrival and departure transfer from Kajaani airport on days 1 and 6
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What is the maximum group size?
38
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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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