Visit Abisko, Kiruna and the Lofoten in search of Northern Lights
Visit Abisko, Kiruna and the Lofoten in search of Northern Lights
8 Days Starting in Helsinki, Finland and ending in Rovaniemi, Finland
Visiting: Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Abisko, Lofoten Islands, Kiruna
Tour operator:
Tour code:
137588
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
2-99
Special diets catered:
Please advise requests
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Finland, Sweden, and Norway in search of the mesmerizing Northern Lights. This active tour begins in Helsinki, exploring historic Suomenlinna and the vibrant cityscape before heading to Rovaniemi, the hometown of Santa Claus. Experience the thrill of reindeer sleigh rides, husky sledding, and snowmobiling through the Arctic wilderness. Discover the enchanting Abisko National Park, renowned for its wildlife and stunning aurora views. Sail through fjords to the Lofoten Islands, where Viking history and breathtaking landscapes await. Witness majestic whales and explore the icy wonders of Kiruna. With opportunities for photography, wildlife encounters, and cultural immersion, this tour promises an adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy guided activities, winter clothing, and transportation, while savoring local cuisine and the serene beauty of the Nordic landscapes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Helsinki
Location: Helsinki
Accommodation Name: Train
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
In the first day, we will pick you up in Helsinki and we will have a nice breakfast in the city. We will then take the ferry to the old castle: Suomenlinna, and enjoy a visit to this ancient fort, where we will learn about its important history in the defense of Helsinki. After this walk around history, we will return to the city to have a nice lunch and try the tasty traditional cuisine! Once we are full, we will have a stroll in the old traditional market. After the market we will meet Jean Sibelius, one of the most relevant Finnish composers, in his monument at the Sibelius Park. We will have a chance to relax and have a coffee by the ocean, and once we have our recharged our batteries, we will visit the Rock Church, excavated directly into solid rock.
After this exciting day, we will take Santa´s train to Rovaniemi during the night.
Day 2 : Rovaniemi
Location: Rovaniemi
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
You will arrive Rovaniemi, home town of Santa Claus, in the morning. During your first day in Rovaniemi, we will give you some free time to relax and walk around. As a first activity of the day, we will drive you to the top of Rovaniemi´s hill, Ounasvaara, from where we will enjoy a beautiful sunrise view. Then we will take you to a Sámi reindeer farm, where you will meet these iconic animals and also, go on a fun and exciting sleigh ride with them! For lunch you will taste a delicious reindeer burger, before we head to the most popular attraction in Rovaniemi, Santa Claus Village! In his village, you will meet the most famous and lovely character of the arctic, Santa himself. You will love this wonderful experience through the attractions of the village. In the evening, you will cross the Arctic Circle and receive a certificate. Then we will go into the forest for dinner: we will prepare a forest campfire grill for you.
As the last activity of the day, you will have to choose between relaxing with a traditional Finnish sauna, an ice sauna or both. You can combine your sauna experience with a swim in a frozen lake!, also a Finnish tradition. During the experience in the lake and if we are lucky, we will be able to see the Northern lights shining over our heads!
Finally, we will take you to your hotel so you can rest for the next day.Â
Day 3 : Arctic
Location: Abisko
Meals Included: Dinner
Today we will start the day with a visit to a husky forest farm, where we will go on one of our most exciting activities, a 10 km sled ride through the snowy forest! This adventure will take some time and energy, so right after we finish, we will take a break so you can have lunch (not provided).
As we finish in the farm, we will go to our next adventures, including a tour through the forests of the Arctic Circle on snowmobile, ice fishing, a forest picnic with a campfire grilling, Ice floating... and for dinner, we will go to a log cabin. Once we are full, we will surprise you the last experience of the day, we will go on the hunt for Northern lights in a Aurora nest! We will pull the cabin with our snowmobiles, while you relax under the starry sky. Â
Day 4 : Abisko
Location: Abisko
On our fourth day, we will travel to Abisko, a beautiful town in a breathtaking landscape in north Sweden. Abisko is one of the best places to see the Northern lights, and because it is surrounded by mountains, the temperature is usually warmer than other places. After spending the first part of the day walking and visiting the highlights of Abisko, we will take a break, so we can have lunch (not included). Afterward, we will visit the Aurora Sky Station, one of the best high points from where you can see Northern lights! After this fantastic show, we will enjoy some snacks over a bonfire in the snow.
(Dinner and accommodation for this day are not provided)Â
Day 5 : Vikings
Location: Lofoten Islands
Meals Included: Lunch
Today we will embark in an epic trip, full of the adventure and action that characterized the vikings! We will start the day by sailing through a fjord, and then we will head to the Lofoten Islands. In this paradise on earth, we will enjoy a lunch inspired by the Viking cuisine. If you are curious about the Vikings, it´s your lucky day! We will visit the Viking Museum, and once we finish the visit, we will try our luck hunting Northern Lights from the fjords.
(Hotel not provided)Â
Day 6 : Whales And Islands
Location: Kiruna
Today we will enjoy a majestic view. The ocean arctic whales in their natural habitat. After this amazing experience, we will continue to a tour through the incredible Norwegian islands, and when the night falls over us, we will try our luck hunting Northern lights from the fjords.
(Lunch and hotel not provided)Â
Day 7 : Kiruna
Location: Kiruna
We will take the first part of the day to say goodbye to the wonderful Lofoten Islands. But this doesn´t mean we can´t enjoy a nice trip through fjords all the way to the snow city, Kiruna, Sweden. Once in Swedish Lapland, we will visit an stunning Ice Castle. We will be amazed by it´s cold architecture and all the wonder it has to offer and, by the time it gets dark, we will head into the forest. We will try to escape the lights in order to maximize our chances of hunting Northern Lights! While we wait in the forest, we will light a fire to warm ourselves up and enjoy some snacks.
(Lunch, dinner and hotel not included)Â
Day 8 : The End
Location: Rovaniemi
On our last day, we will sadly have to bid farewell to the northernmost parts of Lapland and return to Rovaniemi. After the trip, you will have free time to relax around the city and enjoy your last moments in the home of Santa Claus. Then, we will take you to the airport or train station and say goodbye.
(Lunch not included)Â
What's Included
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Transportation
Transportation between your hotel/accommodation and the activity place is included.
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Guide
A guide in English is included, with other languages available on request: Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese.
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Winter Clothing
Use of winter clothing, including overall, boots, and gloves, is included.
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Activities
All the activities mentioned in the itinerary are included.
What's Not Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation on days 4, 5, 6, and 7 is not included.
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Meals
Dinner on Day 4 and Day 7; Lunch on Day 6 and 7 are not included.
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Insurance
Insurance is not included.
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International Travel
International travel is not included.
Requirements
A valid driver’s license is required to drive the snowmobiles.
Please Note
- At least 2 people are required for this tour to take place
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Please be ready and wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time
- Infant under 2 is complimentary
- Product may be canceled or rescheduled if the group size is smaller than 2 persons paying full price
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes a ferry ride to Suomenlinna, Santa's train to Rovaniemi, and snowmobile tours. Transfers between accommodations and activity locations are provided, ensuring a seamless travel experience throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not provided on days 4, 5, 6, and 7 of the tour. Please inquire for details regarding the available options for these days.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of clothing is provided for the tour?
The tour provides winter clothing, including an overall, boots, and gloves.
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Are there any language options available for the guide?
Yes, the guide is available in English, and other languages such as Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Chinese are available on request.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes activities such as visiting Suomenlinna, a reindeer sleigh ride, meeting Santa Claus, a husky sled ride, snowmobiling, ice fishing, and hunting for the Northern Lights.
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Is there a minimum number of participants required for the tour?
Yes, at least 2 people are required for the tour to take place.
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What is required to participate in the snowmobile activity?
A valid driver’s license is required to drive the snowmobiles.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Some meals are included, but there are exclusions such as dinner on Day 4 and Day 7, and lunch on Day 6 and Day 7.
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What happens if the group size is smaller than 2 persons?
The product may be canceled or rescheduled if the group size is smaller than 2 persons paying full price.
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Where are we located?
Nordic Unique Travels LTD located in the door to the Arctic: Rovaniemi, Lapland. Our office is approachable by walking distance from the major hotels in the city area (Maakuntakatu 29-31 96200 Rovaniemi Finland). We are in the middle of the city centre, next to Subway and in front of Sale Market. Come make us a visit!
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When to travel to Lapland?
There are four distinctly different seasons as far up north as Rovaniemi. However, locals think the conditions are in a constant state of change and say there are up to eight seasons in the year: midwinter, snowy spring, spring, summer, harvest season, autumn leaf colour, first snowfall, and Christmas. Please bear in mind that there is annual fluctuation in weather. Lapland is in the continental climate zone. The winters are cold and rich in snow, but thanks to the Gulf Stream, the summers are relatively warm. Rovaniemi is part of the arctic region; its climate, however, is subarctic and temperate, characterised by strong seasonal contrasts of dark versus bright and cold versus warm.
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Summer in Lapland
The Midnight Sun and white nights in June and July The Midnight Sun period officially lasts from early June until early July, but nights are white throughout the summer in Rovaniemi. The summer in Lapland can offer an interesting variety of weather conditions, with a longer warm spell expected in July. The warmest time of year brings people out in masses, and various events take place in summery Rovaniemi. Prepare to celebrate until the wee hours, as the sun never goes down. There are plenty of things to do in Rovaniemi in the summer, and with 24 hours of light, there’s no limits to time of action.
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Spring in Lapland
The snow melts, the ice breaks and nature is reborn in April and May April is still considered a snowy month in Rovaniemi and Lapland, but the snow gradually disappears as May approaches. The ice on rivers and lakes starts melting, and big chunks of ice can be seen flowing downstream. In early April, the last of the Northern Lights displays can be seen. Towards the end of April, nights are too light for the Auroras to be spotted. In May, northern nature starts getting ready to blossom once again after a harsh winter. At the end of May, nights are white. In Rovaniemi, winter activities still run in early April, after which it’s time for non-snow stuff.
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Winter in Lapland
Christmas, the Polar Night and snowy spring from December to March December and January are snowy months shrouded in the darkness of the Polar Night. The sun comes out in February and marks the start of the snowy, light-filled spring. March is often terrific for Northern Lights viewing. In Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, Christmas is a special time, as many flock to the arctic town to meet Santa in person and experience the festive season in magical wintery surroundings. The winter is a great time for a number of activities both in the snow outside and experiencing local culture inside.
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Autumn in Lapland
First Auroras and first snowfall from August to November Early August is still considered summer by many, but by the end of the month, it’s definitely autumn. The Northern Lights start appearing in late August, and September and October are ideal Aurora viewing months. Temperatures start dropping below zero in October, and first snow usually falls at around the same time period. A permanent snow cover is expected in late November. Autumn leaf colour paints the landscapes in earthy shades, and days are perfect for hiking and other nature related activities, as nights are best reserved for Aurora spotting.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of nordic unique travels charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 45% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.