Multi Activity Holidays in Rovaniemi
8 Days | 7 Nights
Rovaniemi is the capital of Finnish Lapland, located at the Arctic Circle and the home town of Santa Claus. This Nordic region has eight different seasons, each with its special light, temperature and natural phenomena. The changing seasons of Rovaniemi offer excellent settings for all kinds of activities and walks through the snow-covered forests and on frozen rivers: reindeer safaris, dog sledding safaris and snowmobile safaris. Go searching for the Northern Lights. Try ice fishing on a frozen lake and learn more about the Nordic fauna at the Ranua Wildlife Park. And although the Christmas period takes place only once a year, you can experience Christmas in Rovaniemi throughout the year.
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It is possible to adapt this programme to a stay for four, five or six nights.
| Day 1 | Arrival to Rovaniemi Airport – Transfer to your hotel | More information |
| Day 2 | Matin : Ice Fishing Experience by Snowmobile Evening: Searching for the Northern Lights by bus |
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| Day 3 | Afternoon: Arctic Ice Floating | More information |
| Day 4 | Morning: Reindeer Safari to Santa Village Evening: Electric Snowmobile Safari searching for the Northern Lights |
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| Day 5 | Morning: Excursion to Ranua Wildlife Park Evening: Photo Tour searching for the Northern Lights by bus |
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| Day 6 | Morning: White silence on snow shoes Evening: Traditional dinner in a Sami kota |
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| Day 7 | Morning: Husky Safari 12-17 km | More information |
| Day 8 | Transfer to Rovaniemi Airport | More information |
INCLUDED
Transfer from Rovaniemi airport to the hotel
7 nights in a hotel in Rovaniemi
Breakfast at the Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
Half-board (breakfast and dinner) at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus et Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
Ice fishing experience by Snow Mobile (09:30-13:30)
Aurora Borealis Adventure (21:00-01:00)
Arctic Ice Floating (14:00-17:00)
Reindeer Safari to Santa Village (09:30-13:30)
Electric Snowmobile Safari searching for the Northern Lights (21:00-00:00)
Excursion to Ranua Wildlife Park (09:00-13:30)
Photo Tour searching for the Northern Lights by bus (20:00-01:00)
White silence by snowshoes (11:00-13:00)
Dinner in a kota (18:00-20:00)
Husky Safari 12-17 kilometres (13:45-16:45)
Transfer from the hotel to Rovaniemi Airport
Warm clothing during the entire stay
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OPTIONAL
Visit to the Arctic SnowHotel and dinner at the Ice Restaurant (16:45-20:30)
Supplement for single use of snowmobile: As from 45 EUR/adult/excursion
Stop-over programme in Helsinki (airport transfers, accommodation in the city centre and city walk with your private guide)
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NOT INCLUDED
Airline tickets to/from Rovaniemi
Any activity not mentioned as “included”
Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rovaniemi
Breakfast included
Two adults and two children in a standard queen room with a double sofa bed
1995 EUR per adult (15 years and older)
1595 EUR per child (4-14 years)
Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus
Half-board (breakfast and dinner)
Two adults and two children in a deluxe room with a double sofa bed
2495 EUR per adult (13 years and older)
1995 EUR per child (4-12 years)
Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
Half-board (breakfast and dinner)
Two adults and two children in a Mystique Deluxe room with two extra beds
2495 EUR per adult (13 years and older)
1995 EUR per child (4-12 years)
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All prices are subject to availability
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It is possible to adapt the programme to a stay of four, five or six nights.
English
7 January – 31 March 2024
Langue
- Les transferts de et vers l’aéroport sont opérés en groupe, avec chauffeur/guide parlant anglais, sauf mention spéciale préalablement convenue.
- Les activités sont opérées en groupe avec guide anglophone : sauf mention spéciale préalablement convenue.
- Les activités avec guide anglophone sont opérées avec un maximum de 49 participants.
- Les activités avec guide francophone nécessitent un minimum de 10 adultes pour être organisés. Si le nombre minimum de participants n’est pas atteint, les voyageurs ont le choix entre un guide anglophone ou une annulation du voyage avec remboursement des montants payés.
Activités et excursions incluses dans le forfait
- Les activités incluses dans le programme sont organisées à une date et une heure fixe qui ne peuvent pas être changé durant le voyage.
- Les activités incluses dans nos programmes ne sont pas adaptées aux femmes enceintes.
Annulation ou modification de l’activité par le prestataire local
- Les activités d’hiver sont susceptibles d’être modifiées en fonction des conditions météorologiques. Cap Scandinavia Travel et ses partenaires se réservent le droit de modifier l’itinéraire et la durée des excursions.
- Cap Scandinavia Travel et ses partenaires se réservent le droit d’interrompre un safari si l’un des participants représente un danger pour lui-même ou pour les autres, ou s’il présente des problèmes de santé. Dans ce cas, les safaris payés à l’avance ne seront pas remboursés.
- Si une activité incluse dans le programme est annulée pour des raisons techniques, météorologiques ou sanitaires, et si le remplacement par une autre activité similaire ne peut se faire, l’activité annulée sera remboursée.
Excursions en motoneige
- La conduite de la motoneige nécessite le permis de conduire B. Le conducteur de la motoneige doit avoir minimum 18 ans.
- Les enfants de plus de 140 cm peuvent s’installer sur la motoneige derrière le conducteur à condition de payer le prix adulte.
- Les enfants de moins de 15 ans seront installés dans un traineau tiré par la motoneige du guide.
- Le conducteur de la motoneige est responsable de tout dommage causé au véhicule. Franchise de 980 EUR maximum par personne, par motoneige et par accident.
- La conduite de motoneige en solo implique automatiquement un supplément de minimum 45 EUR. Le supplément varie selon la durée de l’activité.
Excursions en traineau à chiens
- Le traîneau à chiens est partagé entre deux adultes qui se relaient, l’un en tant que conducteur derrière le traîneau et l’autre assis en tant que passager. Les enfants sont installés dans un traineau conduit par le guide. Les adultes ne peuvent pas accompagner les enfants dans le traineau conduit par le guide.
Point et heure du départ des activités
- Le point et l’heure de rendez-vous seront indiqués dans les documents du voyage / vouchers. Pour le bon déroulement de l’activité, il est IMPÉRATIF de respecter l’heure de rencontre et le point de départ mentionnés dans les documents du voyage. Tout retard ou non-présence ne donne lieu ni à une reprogrammation de l’activité ni à un remboursement.
DAY 1
Arrival at Rovaniemi
Transfer from the airport to your hotel
7 nights at the hotel of your choice
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Breakfast at the Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna
Half-board (breakfast and dinner) at Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus et Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
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It is possible to adapt this programme to a stay for four, five or six nights
DAY 2
Morning: Ice fishing experience by Snow Mobile (09:30-13:30)
Do you want to tease the fish under the ice? After some explanations on the handling of a snowmobile, you will follow your guide along the rivers and frozen lakes to the most suitable places for ice fishing. It is in the heart of Lapland nature that you will learn how to drill the ice and prepare rods and bait. Then all you have to do is fish yourself! Lunch in the middle of nature around a campfire.
Evening: Aurora Borealis Adventure (21:00-01:00)
After stepping out of the car in the middle of the Lappish wilderness, we will proceed to a river while experiencing the surrounding tranquil nature. To witness the northern sky at its finest, you get to reach the best possible spot. But, be patient, as the auroras love playing hide-and-seek. You never know when they might show up! While enjoying the peace of nature, you can fry sausages surrounded by the warmth of the fire. Next, your journey swings by a cozy old building “Poro-Pekan Pirtti”. Here you’ll get a trip to the past of Lapland by the welcoming hosts of the house. This relaxing escape will satisfy all your senses! Transfer to the wilderness and back by car (50 km one way).
DAY 3
Afternoon: Arctic Ice Floating (14:00-17:00)
And now it is time to test…Arctic Ice Floating! Enter the lake, let yourself be carried away by the calm water and close your eyes… breathe in the clean air and feel your mind and body relax. You will not get cold as you will be fully protected in the high quality rescue suit designed for arctic waters. You will also be wearing your own clothes under the suit. This excursion is not suitable for young children. The minimum height is 120 cm. No swimming knowledge is required, as the wetsuit will keep you floating on the surface.
DAY 4
Morning: Reindeer Safari to Santa Village (09:30-13:30)
Lapland is well-known for Santa Claus and his reindeer. What a great way to see both by taking a reindeer safari to the Santa Claus Village! Sitting in a sleigh pulled by reindeer, you will go from the reindeer farm to Santa’s Village along the snowy trails of a wintry forest. In the village, you will have free time to meet Santa in his office, send postcards from the Santa Claus Main Post Office, and explore handicraft, design, and souvenir shops. Awarded a Reindeer Driving License and a Diploma for Crossing the Arctic Circle, this is an experience you won’t forget. Transfers are done by car.
Optional: Visit to the Arctic SnowHotel and dinner at the Ice Restaurant (16:45-20:30)
This excursion includes return transfers, a guided tour of the Arctic SnowHotel, where the guide will tell you about the construction, operation and special features of the snow hotel and, finally, a three course dinner in the Ice Restaurant. The Ice Restaurant built of snow and ice provides a unique setting for an unforgettable dinner prepared from local ingredients.
Evening: Electric Snowmobile Safari searching for the Northern Lights (21:00-00:00)
Electric snowmobiling is an innovative new way to experience the splendor of the Arctic without disturbing the quiet peace of winter nature. We are happy to cooperate with the first company in the world to offer electric snowmobile safaris, a sustainable way to experience and explore the purity and silence of Lappish nature! We will drive through a beautiful winter landscape in complete silence with the headlights of the electric snowmobile. We stop for a break in the middle of the black forest. As the guide lights a campfire, we will listen to stories and facts about the Northern Lights. Enjoy a Lappish snack break and grill sausages over the fire while watching the sky above you. With a bit of luck, we might catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights.
DAY 5
Morning: Excursion to Ranua Wildlife Park (09:00-13:30)
At the Ranua Wildlife Park you meet the endangered arctic species like the polar bear, the arctic fox, the snowy owl and the musk ox, greatly threatened by climate change. Learn how those species are protected and also how injured animals are nursed and cared and let back in to the nature! Ranua Wildlife Park is a Zoo but is also committed to protecting endangered animal species and helping encourage people to be part of protection programs. You will have time to visit souvenir and wine shops before the journey back to Rovaniemi.
Evening: Photo Tour searching for the Northern Lights by bus (20:00-01:00)
Board a bus that will take you on a Northern Lights hunt around Rovaniemi. We will go to several different locations to give you the best chance of catching the Northern Lights. Our guide will also be your personal selfie stick and will take beautiful pictures of you during the tour. He/she knows how to play with lights for fun photo effects, you will see! In addition, the guide will give you some useful tips for setting up your own camera for night photography, which may be good to know for your future travelling as well! If we are lucky, we will see the auroras dancing in the sky, but in any case, you will experience a beautiful night with great photos to remember.
DAY 6
Morning: White silence by snowshoes (11:00-13:00)
Snowshoeing is a fun way to play in the snow and explore the forests, all you need is some positive energy! Our guide will take you to a winter wonderland where we find a perfect place to enjoy the quiet, take pictures and have fun in the snow! Transfers in the middle of nature and back. This excursion requires good physical condition and is accessible to children from 12 years old.
Evening: Dinner in a kota (18:00-20:00)
Experience a traditional Kota dinner by the open fire! Forget about the hustle and bustle and relax by enjoying traditional Finnish delicacies in a genuine Lappish hut. Your evening starts with slowly cooked salmon, followed by Lappish traditional reindeer stew with mashed potatoes. After the main course, delicious pancakes will be prepared by the open fire. You may even fry your own pancake! A limited selection of wines, beers and beverages are available for purchase on the spot.
DAY 7
Afternoon: Husky Safari 12-17 kilometres (13:45-16:45)
Feel your heart race when the dogs are speeding through the pristine Arctic Circle winter forest! During a two-hour husky safari, you will get to know your arctic dog team and experience real dog team mushing and handling. After the driving instructions, we head out into the wilderness with two people sharing one sled. The distance of the safari is between 12 and 17 km with a break halfway and the possibility of changing drivers. After the drive, we will visit the kennel and learn more about the life on the husky farm with a hot drink and a sweet snack. Children up to 12 years old are always seated as passengers in the sled. Please consider if your child is able to sit in a sled for two hours in winter conditions. Please also note that there are no shortcuts between the forest and the farm.
DAY 8
Transfer to Rovaniemi Airport
Transfer from the hotel to Rovaniemi Airport
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Possibility to include a stop-over programme in Helsinki including transfers, accommodation in the centre of Helsinki and a city walk with your private English-speaking guide.
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