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Experience the wonder and magic of Finland in the winter, from the cultural highlights and pulsating activity in the capital of Helsinki to the northern vistas of Lapland. Come take part in the most unique experiences in the world during the "hottest" season i Finland - the Lively Season, where your options will be limited only by your imagination.
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Kemi
4 days/3 nights
From $1,209 per person, double
From $1,329 single
Spend 3 exciting days in Kemi. Enjoy a snowmobile safari and an icebreaker tour including a guided tour of the vessel, ice swimming and a delicious lunch. You will also get to spend a night in the famous Snow Hotel and experience a husky safari. If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind winter adventure - this is the itinerary for you!
Price Includes:
- 2 nights in Kemi
- 1 night in the Snow Hotel
- Roundtrip transfer
- Snowmobile safari
- Icebreaker tour
- Husky Team safari
- Breakfast daily
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Rovaniemi
4 days/3 nights
From $815 per person, double
From $1,075 single
The northern town of Rovaniemi, almost on the Arctic Circle, has a magical atmosphere. Go on a snowmobile safari along the frozen Ounasjoki River to a local reindeer farm, where you get to drive a reindeer sleigh and learn about life on the farm. Cross the Arctic Circle and visit Santa Claus' office. Included also is a unique evening in an igloo restaurant and a Husky safari, sure to make this a one-of-a-kind experience.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrive in Rovaniemi. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Vaakuna Hotel or similar.
Day 2:
After breakfast, your trail takes you along the frozen Ounasjoki River, through the vast open wilderness to a local reindeer farm. Warm yourself besides a campfire and listen to the herdsman while he tells you about life on a reindeer farm. You can drive a reindeer sleigh and get your personal reindeer driving licence. Then you carry on to the magical line of the Arctic Circle, where Santa Claus has his office. Go shopping and see the many wonderful handicrafts of Lapland. You can send letters and postcards from the Santa Claus Post Office and meet Santa Claus in his office. At the end of the journey, you receive an Arctic Circle crossing certificate. Lunch is included along the way. Overnight at Vaakuna Hotel or similar.
Day 3:
After brakfast enjoy a 2-hour Husky Safari. After a short drive by car from the hotel you will arrive at the huskyfarm, where the barking of the enthusiastic dogs welcomes you to the safari. You will be given tuition on how to control the sled that you ride in pairs (musher and passenger) before departing on the journey. When returning to the husky farm, you will savour hot drinks by an open fire and you have the opportunity to chat with the breeder about these northern animals. The afternoon is free to spend at your leisure. Tonight you will enjoy a one-of-a-kind dinner in Snowland Igloo restaurant. Overnight at Vaakuna Hotel or similar.
Day 4:
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Price Includes:
- 3 nights in Rovaniemi
- Highlights of the Arctic Journey (5-6hrs)
- Husky Safari (2hrs)
- Dinner in Snowland - Igloo Restaurant
- Roundtrip transfer
- Breakfast daily
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Rovaniemi
5 days/4 nights
From $1,068 per person, double
From $1,595 single
Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrive in Rovaniemi. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Santa Claus Hotel or similar.
Day 2:
After breakfast, your trail takes you along the frozen Ounasjoki River, through the vast open wilderness to a local reindeer farm. Warm yourself besides a campfire and listen to the herdsman while he tells you about life on a reindeer farm. You can drive a reindeer sleigh and get your personal reindeer driving licence. Then you carry on to the magical line of the Arctic Circle, where Santa Claus has his office. Go shopping and see the many wonderful handicrafts of Lapland. You can send letters and postcards from the Santa Claus Post Office and meet Santa Claus in his office. At the end of the journey, you receive an Arctic Circle crossing certificate. Lunch is included along the way. Overnight at Santa Claus Hotel or similar.
Day 3:
The day is yours to explore at your leisure. When the night falls and the stars slowly come out begins your arctic yourney under the rising moon. Your drive through dark, snow-covered forests pierced only with the light of your snowmobile. If you are lucky, the Northern Lights will blaze in the sky. After a snack and a cup of hot coffee brewed over an open fire, your return back to your hotel. Overnight at Santa Claus Hotel or similar.
Day 4:
After breakfast, drive along the trail through the snow covered landscape. Visit a husky farm and learn about these friendly Arctic dogs, their daily life and training. Have a quick ride on a sleigh hauled by a dog team and enjoy a cup of hot berry-juice around a campfire. The afternoon is free to spend at your leisure. At night enjoy a one-of-a-kind dinner in Snowland Igloo restaurant. Overnight at Santa Claus Hotel or similar.
Day 5:
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
Price Includes:
- 4 nights in Rovaniemi
- Highlights of the Arctic Journey (5-6hrs)
- Under the Stars tour (3hrs)
- Arctic Speed tour (3hrs)
- Dinner in Snowland - Igloo Restaurant
- Roundtrip transfer
- Breakfast daily
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Husky Safaris
Price includes guiding, transfers to and from the hotel, outdoor clothing, 2 people per dog sled, hot juice and coffee around a campfire in the forest during the trip (4-hour trip includes light lunch). A 6-hour trip is available for groups of 4-16, contact us for details.
2-hour safari:
Adult from $170
Child (2-11 years) from $127
4-hour safari:
Adult from $236
Child (2-11 years) from $178
Taste of Wilderness, 2 hours
Drive your snowmobile on a frozen river and get a taste of the snow-covered forests of Lapland. Routes differ depending on your skill level.
From $129 per person, double
From $178 single
White Silence on Snowshoes, 2 hours
Drive by snowmobile to untouched nature close to Rovaniemi. Strap on snowshoes, practice technique, and follow the guide into the wildes. Learn how plants and animals survive the winter cold.
From $145 per person, double
From $194 single
Arctic Speed, 3 hours
Snowmobile along a trail through snow-covered landscape to a husky farm and learn about the daily life and training of these friendly Arctic dogs. Enjoy a quick sleigh-ride pulled by a dog team, and a cup of hot berry-juice around a campfire.
From $159 per person, double
From $208 single
Fishing Experience, 3 hours
Drive northward on your snowmobile along the Ounasjoki River and up into the hills through white snow-covered fields to a small lake. Try traditional ice-fishing and cook your catch over a campfire.
From $140 per person, double
From $189 single
Under the Stars, 3 hours
Snowmobile under the Arctic moon and stars through snow-covered forests. You might glimpse the Northern Lights as you have a snack and freshly-brewed coffee around an open fire.
From $153 per person, double
From $202 single
Spell of the Magic Line, 3 hours
Snowmobile through Lapland and across the Arctic Circle. At Santa Clause village, browse through small shops and cafes, and visit Santa himself!
From $139 per person, double
From $188 single
Legend of the Four Winds, 3 hours
Snowmobile over the frozen waters of Ounasjoki River to visit a reindeer herdsman, learning his daily routine. Sit around a campfire, hear the Four Wind Hat Legend and ride in a reindeer-pulled sleigh.
From $156 per person, double
From $205 single
Highlights of the Arctic Journey, 5-6 hours
Snowmobile to a reindeer farm and visit Santa Claus in his village. Get a reindeer-driving licence.
From $218 per person, double
From $314 single
In the Heart of Nature, 5-6 hours
Snowmobile through rugged fells and narrow valleys to a typical Lapland lunch around a campfire. Drive into the forest and search out Arctic wildlife.
From $226 per person, double
From $323 single
Contact us for more information about the tours listed above.
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Nordic Saga Tours is excited to introduce guaranteed departure escorted tours with departure dates in November and December. These tours are perfect for those looking for a guided introduction to the old towns & new trends of the Baltic States, Imperial St. Petersburg, the heritage of Warsaw and cosmopolitan Helsinki, combined with leisure time to enjoy the museums, restaurants, shops, theatres, and concert halls as the locals do.
Baltic Riviera
11 days/10 nights
Vilnius - Riga - Tallinn - Helsinki - St. Petersburg
From $2,235 per person double
$3,264 single
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13 days/12 nights
Warsaw - Vilnius - Riga - Tallinn - Helsinki - St. Petersburg
From $2,957 per person double
$4,249 single
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