FinlandFinnish Lapland Discovery
Arrive at any time. After settling into your hotel, attend a welcome meeting with your CEO before enjoying short orientation walk and an optional dinner out with the group. Welcome to Helsinki, a city known for its modern and classical design, urban sophistication alongside natural beauty.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
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Accommodation
Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.
Hobo Hotel Helsinki
Join your CEO on an orientation walk this morning; wander down the Mannerheinmintie, stroll to the newly built Helsinki library, and finish up at the Lutheran Church. Explore on your own with some free time before boarding your overnight train for the magical journey along the tracks to Rovaniemi, Lapland.
Helsinki Orientation Walk
Head out on a walking tour with your CEO and learn about what makes Helsinki so special. See the city highlights like Parliament, the National Museum, and the iconic Old Market Hall. You'll also visit the Helsinki Central Library, Oodi, where you can enjoy the quiet solitude in a space where locals go to enjoy totally free amenities and relax in this uniquely Finnish space. Immerse yourself in history and marvel at the unique architecture as you familiarize yourself with the city.
Free Time
Get out and explore the city.
Overnight Train (beds)
Experience overnight travel like a local. Sit back and get some well-earned (and likely much-needed) rest en route to your next stop.
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Disembark in Rovaniemi and transfer to the hotel, our base of exploration for the next four nights. Visit a local husky kennel to spend time with the dogs and their mushers, with the option to take a wheeled sleigh ride. Next, transfer to a traditional reindeer farm for a chance to interact with the animals and to engage with the indigenous herders. Savour a traditional lunch before returning to Rovaniemi for some free time. In the evening, check out a local handicraft workshop and enjoy an optional dinner out in town.
Kuoksa Reindeer Farm and Husky Experience
Welcome to a traditional reindeer farm! Hear stories of reindeer herding from the local family that have worked this farm for four generations. Meet and feed the reindeer before heading over to a local husky kennel. Enjoy a guided tour of the modern kennel facilities and grow to understand the daily life of these incredible dogs and their mushers. The huskies love attention and you'll have the opportunity to interact with them.
Orientation Walk Rovaniemi
Breathe in the fresh Lapland air and take in the views of Santa's "official" home town while getting your bearings around this interesting city.
Accommodation
Grand Post Hotel Rovaniemi
The capital of Lapland, Rovaniemi is also known for being home to Santa Claus himself. Today, cross the Arctic Circle and visit Santa Claus Village to pen your holiday wishes and mail them from Santa's very own post office. Enjoy some free time in the village for lunch and perhaps to meet the big guy himself before returning to Rovaniemi. Later, transfer from town to the wilderness of Kuoksa for a one-of-a-kind campfire experience.
Santa Claus Village visit
Free Time
There's plenty to see and do, and now is your chance to explore on your own.
Midnight Sun at The Campfire
Settle in and enjoy the warmth of a cracking campfire, sample a local snack and drink, and soak up the rays of the Midnight Sun—The closer you are to the Summer Solstice, the more hours of daylight you'll get! Relish in the peace and serenity of the Finnish wilderness while your local guide tells stories of the old times.
Accommodation
Grand Post Hotel Rovaniemi
You have the opportunity to choose your own adventure today; a choice between two included excursions that take you into the wilderness. Choose between a fat tire e-bike ride or head out on foot to enjoy the area's nature trails. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to relax at the hotel or get out to further explore this interesting town.
Fat E-Bike Tour or Hiking
Choose between a guided electric fat bike adventure or hike through the local trails. Hit the trails on two wheels through the peaceful forests, rugged swamps, and gently graded paths. Witness the incredible variety of plants and wildlife that makes this area so special. Take a break lakeside before heading back the way you can. Alternatively, head out on foot with a local guide and learn the stories of the many generations before, hear historic tales, understand the flora and fauna, and be regaled in a few old myths. Forage for blueberries, lingonberries, or cloudberries before stopping to enjoy a cozy campfire at the lake. Both activities include a light meal of sausage, cookies, and blueberry juice by the fire.
Free Time
There's plenty to see and do; now is your time to explore on your own.
Accommodation
Grand Post Hotel Rovaniemi
Today is your last day in Lapland so take time to personalize it however you wish. Relax in town, re-visit Santa's Village, perhaps join a fishing excursion to one of the local lakes, or a sauna in nature. Join your CEO for an optional farewell dinner out with the group.
Free Time
It's your final day in Rovaniemi, take some free time to tick off any last minute bucket list items in this incredible place.
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Accommodation
Grand Post Hotel Rovaniemi
Depart at any time.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with any onward travel arrangements you require.
