10-Day Lapland Tour Packages

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• 8 Days in Finland, incl. Helsinki and Rovaniemi

  8-day self-guided adventure covering Helsinki and Rovaniemi, with 3 nights in Lapland's capital. Features Santa Claus Village visit, husky sledding, and reindeer farm experiences. Includes train travel between cities and ferry excursion to medieval Tallinn.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Helsinki & Tallinn

    Get settled after arriving at HEL airport. Book your hotel near the central railway station in Kamppi or Kluuvi for easy access to everything. On day 2, take the morning ferry to Tallinn at 7:30 AM. It's a 2-hour trip across the Baltic. You can walk 15 minutes from central Helsinki to the ferry terminal or hop on tram 7. Bring your passport and wear good walking shoes for Tallinn's old streets.

    
  • Day 3

    Helsinki to Rovaniemi & Northern Lights

    Take the morning train north to Rovaniemi. The trip takes 8.5 hours. Sit on the right side of the train to see Finland's lakes and forests. Winter visitors can join a Northern Lights tour at 8 PM. Bring warm clothes for temperatures that often drop below -20°C. Summer travelers get to visit Korouoma Canyon instead, with its impressive rock walls.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Rovaniemi Adventures

    Start early for the reindeer farm and husky experiences. Bring water and snacks in a small bag. Visit Santa Claus Village later in the day to avoid the busy lunch hours. The next day is open for your own plans. The Arktikum Science Museum opens at 10 AM and gives you a good look at life in the Arctic.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Return to Helsinki & City Exploration

    Take the train back to Helsinki. Get to Senate Square early before the crowds arrive, then walk over to Market Square for some Finnish treats. A recent visitor shared: "The Temppeliaukio Rock Church was incredible, but go before 3 PM—the afternoon sun streaming through the copper dome creates amazing light effects."

    
  • Day 8

    Departure

    Plan to leave for the airport 3 hours before your flight. The trip from central Helsinki takes 30-45 minutes depending on traffic.

    

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• 8 Days in Finland, incl. Helsinki and Lapland

  Finnish culture comes alive from Helsinki's historic Senate Square to Lapland's wilderness. Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort offers husky safaris, reindeer encounters, and glass igloo stays. Six breakfasts and five dinners showcase traditional Finnish cuisine, plus Santa's home visit.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Helsinki

    Plan to arrive in Helsinki and take time to adjust to the shorter winter days. Visit Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral early at 9 AM before tour groups arrive. You can join a 90-minute walking tour through the historic Tori Quarters but watch your step on the icy cobblestone streets by wearing boots with good grip. Visit the Market Square between 11 AM and 2 PM when all vendors are operating. The warm salmon soup (lohikeitto) is perfect for winter days. Getting a 72-hour Helsinki Card is cost-effective since it includes public transport and major attractions.

    
  • Days 4-6

    Lapland Adventure in Kakslauttanen

    Take a morning flight to Ivalo which takes about 2.5 hours from Helsinki. Winter temperatures can drop to -30°C (-22°F) so pack thermal layers. While Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort provides thermal suits for activities, bring your own wool base layers. The best time to spot the Northern Lights is between 10 PM and 2 AM when the sky is darkest. You'll have great views from your glass igloo bed but stepping outside gives you the best photo opportunities. Bring a tripod and practice using your camera's night settings before your trip. Get to the husky safari 30 minutes early for instructions. You don't need experience but you should be able to balance on the sled and help the dogs uphill. The reindeer safari is more laid-back but you'll need extra warm clothing since you won't move much.

    
  • Day 7

    Helsinki

    Back in Helsinki, the Design Museum or Ateneum Art Museum are good options on bad weather days. The city's trams are easy to navigate and the HSL app shows real-time schedules. Try dinner in the Punavuori district where you'll find creative Finnish restaurants. A previous traveler shared: "The key to enjoying the glass igloo experience is to request one further from the main buildings - less light pollution means better aurora viewing. And don't forget to use the little heater by the bed to prevent the glass from frosting over." This itinerary gives you a mix of city life and Arctic experiences. Book your trip between November and March for the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Reserve activities early as they often sell out, especially from December to February.

    

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• 8 Day Finnish Lapland Itinerary, incl. Äkäslompolo and Ylläs

  Pristine cross-country skiing paradise awaits in Akaslompolo, within Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park's 7 snow-capped fells. The 300km trail network, including 40km of illuminated night routes, starts right at Yllashumina Hotel. Visits include Lake Akaslomopojarvi, traditional Finnish kotas, with Northern Lights viewing after 10pm when street lights dim.

  

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  • Day 1

    Arrival in Äkäslompolo

    Fly into Kittilä Airport and take the 45-minute transfer to Äkäslompolo village. Book flights arriving around 14:30 to catch the included transfers, as private transfers can be expensive. After checking into the Yllashumina Hotel, spend your evening walking around the village, surrounded by seven stunning snow-capped fells.

    
  • Days 2-3

    Introduction to Cross-Country Skiing

    Visit the hotel's ski service for equipment fitting. If you're new to skiing, book morning lessons for about €65 to learn the basics. You'll find beginner-friendly trails starting right at the hotel that circle Lake Äkäslompojärvi. As one guest shared: "The illuminated trails were perfect for building confidence - even complete beginners can handle the flat lakeside routes."

    
  • Days 4-5

    Exploring Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park

    Take on the park's extensive 300km trail network. Intermediate skiers should try the "warm tracks" on the upper fells, where it's often 15°C warmer than in the village. You'll need layers since skiing quickly warms you up. Take breaks at traditional kota huts for hot blueberry juice and munkki (Finnish doughnuts). The trails have good signage, but keep your phone handy with offline maps just in case.

    
  • Day 6

    Ylläs Summit Adventure

    Take a break from skiing and ride Finland's highest chairlift to the top of Yllästunturi Fell at 719m. Stop at the summit restaurant for incredible views of Lapland's wilderness. In the evening, join a Northern Lights snowshoe trek (about €65). The village helps by turning off street lights at 10 PM for better aurora viewing.

  • Day 7

    Snow Village & Optional Activities

    Check out the Snow Village by local ski bus to see amazing ice sculptures. Think about trying husky sledding or snowmobiling later in the day. Book these activities early as spots fill up quickly. End your day relaxing in the hotel's traditional Finnish sauna before dinner.

  • Day 8

    Departure

    Head back to Kittilä Airport. The transfer leaves very early (around 4:30 AM) for 6:35 AM flights. Consider booking a later flight since winter roads can be tricky in the dark.

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