About this trip
Six days through Finnish Lapland, travelling from Helsinki up to the Arctic landscapes around Yllastunturi before finishing in Rovaniemi. Expect snow-covered forest, short daylight hours and a real sense of being somewhere Christmas-like all year round.
The pace is about small, tangible Arctic experiences rather than ticking off sights: walking through taiga woodland, riding a dogsled, and warming up afterwards in a traditional Finnish sauna. Clear nights bring a chance, though never a guarantee, of the northern lights.
You finish in Rovaniemi, where you can choose to stay on and add extras like the Santa Claus Village or a hike along the Ounasvaara Winter Trail.
What you'll do
- Hike through snow-dusted taiga forest
- Ride a dogsled across the Arctic landscape
- Warm up in a traditional Finnish sauna
- Watch for the northern lights on clear nights
- Optional extension to Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi
- Optional hike along the Ounasvaara Winter Trail
- Lapland gets extremely cold, so proper cold-weather gear is essential, and the leader may adjust the itinerary if weather demands it
- Snow-dependent activities will be swapped for alternatives if there isn't enough snow cover
- You'll travel on public transport with limited storage, so pack light and be ready to carry your own luggage up stairs and over cobbles
Worth it if you want a well-paced winter escape with solid outdoor activities and a good group vibe. Think twice if you need hands-on booking support or crave genuine adventure intensity.
- Guide was wonderful and pace was spot-on, neither rushed nor slack.
- Activities were genuinely enjoyed by travellers, with enough independent time built in.
- Office booking support is poor; expect minimal help navigating the reservation process.
- Trip delivers unique experiences but leans more polished escape than genuine adventure.
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Departing in Jan is cheapest — from £2,180, about 49% below the priciest month (Dec).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Helsinki · 3 Jan – 4 Jan
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