Trip Itinerary

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• The trip starts in Helsinki. All travelers have to reach Helsinki by afternoon or evening.

• The meeting point for all is Hostel.

 

Day 1: Arrival - Helsinki - Explore Helsinki

 

• You need to reach Helsinki by afternoon or evening.

• Check-In Hostel - The hotel would be centrally located and would be close to all the places we would be exploring. The capital city has a lot to offer.

• You are heading to Finland's capital so start your travel by visiting the  - Aleksanterinkatu – one of the main streets of the city.

• Visit the Helsinki Cathedral 

• Enjoy the cafe culture and nightlife of this city.

• The night is all yours, and if you have nothing to do please head to A21 Decades Bar to try some cool drinks. 

 

Day 2: Check out - Explore Helsinki / Overnight train to Rovaniemi

 

• Start your day with Breakfast at the hotel 

• Check out - drop bags at the train station lockers and head out for a day trip to Suomenlinna island

• Take a ferry and head to the UNESCO World Heritage site - Suomenlinna 

• Relax till evening and then head for a great Sauna experience which is a must when in Finland

• Late night after a sauna experience - head to the train station and board your overnight train to Rovaniemi

 

Day 3: Reach Rovaniemi /Bus to Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort Igloo resort 

 

Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland, is home to an eclectic – and unusual – array of museums

• Reach in the morning.

• Take Bus to Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort Igloo Village (approx. 3 hours), known for its glass igloos and pristine wilderness views.

• Check into your glass igloo and relax with spectacular Arctic landscapes surrounding you.

• Enjoy the vibe and or you can choose any outdoor activities. 

 

Day 4: After Breakfast - Late Start - Bus to Ivalo and explore Areas close by Lake Inari 

 

• ​After breakfast, check out and take a leisurely bus drive to Ivalo

• Explore areas around Lake Inari; the lake is magical in winter, often frozen and surrounded by snow-laden forests.

• Optional activities: Consider ice fishing or a gentle snowshoeing trek in the area.

 

Day 5: Explore Ivalo

 

• Spend the day exploring Ivalo’s winter wonderland.

• ​Suggested activities: Dog sledding, reindeer safaris, or snowmobiling, which provide an exciting way to experience the landscape.

 

Day 6: Bus Drive from Ivalo to Utsjoki and explore the places on the way

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• Check out and start the scenic bus drive towards Utsjoki, Finland’s northernmost municipality

• Along the Way: Make stops to appreciate frozen rivers and vast snowy landscapes.

• Spot local wildlife and capture photos of this untouched terrain.

• Evening: Check into your accommodation in Utsjoki and settle in for a cozy night.

 

Day 7:  Enjoy the Property - Snowmobile tour in the Night Chasing Aurora ( Optional and will be booked later )

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• Enjoy your beautiful surroundings and make the most of the property’s amenities.

• Join a Snowmobile Aurora Tour in search of the Northern Lights.

 

Day 8: Drive from Utsjoki to Saariselka and stay in Log wooden Cabins 

 

• Check out from Utsjoki and begin your drive to Saariselkä 

• Enjoy stunning Arctic scenery and consider a stop for lunch or hot chocolate at a cozy spot en route.

• Check into your charming log cabin in Saariselkä, where you can relax and enjoy a warm, rustic evening.

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Day 9: Check out / Drive to Rovaniemi / Northern Lights tour

 

• After breakfast, check out and head back to Rovaniemi and stay in hostel

• Take time to explore more of Rovaniemi or visit attractions you may have missed.

• Embark on an unforgettable Northern Lights tour in Rovaniemi for another chance to witness the auroras in Lapland’s clear skies.

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Day 10: Santa Claus Village / Polar Ice Breaker Cruise ( Optional ) 

 

• Today, after breakfast head for a tour of the Santa Claus village where you visit and meet Santa Claus in person

• Afternoon (Optional): Polar Ice Breaker Cruise: Join this unique cruise on a frozen sea, where you’ll experience ice-breaking and can even try a floating survival suit.

• Relax and enjoy a farewell dinner in Rovaniemi.

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Day 11: Flight back to Helsinki / Explore Helsinki 

 

• Check out and catch a flight back to Helsinki.

• Return to Helsinki and enjoy your final exploration of the city.

• Take a stroll through Seurasaari Open-Air Museum or revisit favorite spots in the city.

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Day 12: Flight back to India 

 

• Check out and catch your flight back to India with beautiful memories of Finland's magical winter landscapes.

 

Inclusions: Apart from Lots of Happy moments + Photographs + Smiles we will share + Jokes we will make + New Friendships + Journey

 

• Guidebook for the trip

• Visa assistance for the trip ( Submission of docs and visa fees from your end )

• Stay in a Standard Double room in a 4* hotel in Helsinki with breakfast included

• Overnight train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi with an upstairs cabin for 2 people private 

• Bus transfer from Rovaniemi bus station to Igloo Resort 

• Stay in Igloo Resort Small Glass Igloo West Village with breakfast and New Year dinner included ( Shower and Sauna in it )

• Bus transfer from Igloo Resort to Hotel in Ivalo 

• Stay in a Standard Double room in a 4* hotel in Ivalo with breakfast included

• Stay in Utsjoki Holiday Village in a Double Room with breakfast included

• Bus transfer from Ivalo bus station to Saariselkä Holiday Club after dropping car as per timing 

• Stay in Kuukkeli Log Houses Teerenpesä in a small double-room wooden cabin with breakfast included in Saariselka

• Bus transfer from Saariselkä Holiday Club to Rovaniemi city center by Morning bus 

• Stay in Rovaniemi in a Standard Twin room in a boutique hostel with a light breakfast included

• Northern Light chase tour in Rovaniemi in group

• Flight from Helsinki to Rovaniemi early morning with checked baggage included 23kg

• Stay in a double room in backpack hostel with shared bathroom and with no Breakfast 

 

Exclusions:

 

• Flights from India to Finland both ways

• Travel Insurance

• Visa fees 

• Anything not mentioned 

• Due to bad weather - if any route changes or plan changes -- the extra cost would be incurred individually *

 

Terms & Conditions

 

• You are an adult and you have to take full responsibility for yourself at all times and respect other cultures.

• If you are caught doing anything illegal you will be facing the consequences alone, travel to discover will not come into the picture.

• You have to follow all the instructions given by the trip leader at all times.

• When you are traveling alone you have to tell the team about your whereabouts.

• You have to abide by all the rules and regulations of another country.

• You would be traveling with other people, you have to respect everyone's privacy.

• We have a plan/itinerary for the whole trip but some things might get changed according to the situation please be prepared.(like flight delays etc)

• No refund in case of cancellation of flights or interconnecting flights/trains.

• We would be staying in a backpacker hostel all the time and would be sharing the room with other people, you are responsible for your own stuff and yourself