The Northern Lights of Finland
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Experience Overview
Highlights
- Visit Area: Helsinki,Lapland Region,Northern Lights Searches
- Admittance: Helsinki,Lapland Region,Northern Lights Searches
- Meals included: 12
Trip Details
Product Code: 33125
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
Collette (CA)
Supplier Code: 16886
Starts: Helsinki, Finland
Finishes: Helsinki, Finland
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Average
Includes
- Visit Area: Helsinki,Lapland Region,Northern Lights Searches
- Admittance: Helsinki,Lapland Region,Northern Lights Searches
- Meals included: 12
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $6549 ($819 /day)
Itinerary
Embark on a winter adventure to the magical landscapes of Finnish Lapland. Under pristine Arctic skies, you’ll have the chance to search for the breathtaking northern lights dancing above the snowy wilderness. The journey kicks off from charming Helsinki, the “Daughter of the Baltic.”
Hotel Name: Lilla Roberts Hotel
Visit Area: Helsinki
This bustling capital city of Finland lies on the Baltic Sea, where beautiful bays are dotted with scenic islands. This hip city is on the cutting edge of fashion and has a flourishing culinary scene. At the same time, it also has a rich history that shines through its modern edge. You’ll find touches of Art Nouveau and Neoclassical architecture and an array of intriguing museums.
Hei Helsinki! Finland’s vibrant capital, where history converges with architectural style and combines with a laid-back vibe across beautiful islands and pristine public parks, welcomes you. With no scheduled activities throughout the afternoon, spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently. This evening, gather with new friends for a welcome dinner in the city center, taking a 20-minute stroll to a local restaurant. Hyvää ruokahalua! (bon appetit!)
Dinner Included
Admittance: Helsinki Rock Church
Join a local expert for an engaging city tour. If Finland’s heart beats in Helsinki, then Helsinki’s core is the Empire-style Senate Square, home of the iconic Helsinki Cathedral. Drive through the charming neighborhoods of the city and visit the Church in the Rock, a Lutheran place of worship excavated directly into solid rock. Continue to see the steel monument dedicated to the world-famous composer Jean Sibelius. This afternoon, take time to explore more of Helsinki independently.
Breakfast Included
Hotel Name: Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort - West Village
Visit Area: Lapland Region
The northern region of Finland is vast and peaceful, with only 3% of the country’s total population residing here. The winter is simply magical. Search for the northern lights, witness reindeer roaming free, and meet Santa Claus. Find an enchanting region of endless open land, big skies, fresh air, and welcoming people.
Escape to northernmost Finland’s winter wonderland on board a flight to Ivalo and magical Lapland. Like a storybook come to life, Lapland’s culture is steeped in myth and legend. Relish a sled ride with reindeer and unspoiled views of the northern lights.* At the remote Kakslauttanen Resort, spend two nights in your very own Finnish log cabin** indulging in your own personal Finnish sauna. Take the motor coach north toward Inari on a chase for the northern lights.* Stops along the pursuit allow you the chance to witness nature’s dazzling, electric light show.*
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Lunch Included
Dinner Included
Admittance: Kakslauttenen Arctic Resort
Located at nearly the most northern tip of Europe, this luxurious resort is surrounded by nothing but wilderness. Travelers can take advantage of its many amenities. Stay in a variety of unique accommodations, including cozy log cabins and glass igloos, giving you an unobstructed view of the night sky.
Hit the snow and mush yourself to breakfast aboard your own authentic Finnish sleigh. After a leisurely breakfast, meet Santa's elves, who will take you to meet Santa Claus in his own home. Learn about Santa’s origins during a warm and friendly conversation at his house. After dinner, under the Arctic moonlight, a reindeer farmer introduces you to some friendly Lappish reindeer. Set out on an exhilarating reindeer safari through remote Kakslauttanen. Then step inside a Lappish teepee, or kota, and sip warm berry juice (a Finnish tradition) around an open fire while gaining insight into the importance of reindeer herding to the Sámi indigenous culture. The search for the elusive northern lights* continues in the surround of northern Finland’s wilderness.
Breakfast Included
Dinner Included
Admittance: Santa's Home Visit
Breathe in the fresh Arctic air this morning and step into the role as leader of your own dog sled team. Zoom through the wilderness on a husky safari, driving your husky guides that are as fast as they are adorable. Spend some time getting to know these amazing dogs and learn about their different commands. You’ll also be introduced to the equipment you’ll need to experience this incredible Arctic adventure at its best. Enjoy your last night in the heart of the Lappish wilderness, nestled in your incredible and unique glass igloo.*** You may even see the northern lights* dancing overhead from the comfort of your own bed.
Breakfast Included
Dinner Included
Hotel Name: Lilla Roberts Hotel
Admittance: Reindeer Safari
Set out for remote areas of Kakslauttanen on a relaxing reindeer safari that takes you deep into nature with local reindeer herders. Take some time to chat with the local Sámi people on your one-of-a-kind adventure on a sleigh led by Finnish reindeer!
Say goodbye to enchanting Lapland and fly back to Helsinki. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore the city’s central squares or the latest Finnish trends in charming shops. Tonight, in downtown Helsinki, toast to grand adventures and new friends.
Breakfast Included
Dinner Included
Visit Area: Northern Lights Searches
Set off in the darkness on an adventure in the wilderness to search for the elusive northern lights. Whether on a ride on a sleigh drawn by reindeer, or enjoying the panoramic views on a trek north pausing at the best viewing spots, you will be delighted by the amazing sights along the way.
Set out for home with incredible memories and a longing to return.
Breakfast Included
Admittance: Husky Safari
Venture to a local husky farm to meet these cute dogs. You will soon find out just how much they love their jobs first-hand! Become acquainted with the friendly dogs, the commands, and the equipment before embarking on a snow-covered adventure. With you as their leader, be whisked through the wilderness by these dogs that are eager to run.
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Tour Operator
Collette (CA)
A Story of Hard Work and a Passion for Travel “Our first office was so tiny that if you took a step backwards, you fell down an open hole that was stairs to the basement. Now we are a worldwide company with offices in the United States, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom.” – Alice I. Sullivan, Chairperson of the Collette Board.Collette is about family As his family grew, Dan’s children took on active roles in the company – in sales, tour development, marketing, tour guiding, and in its charitable arm. Working with a team of dedicated employees, they all stayed true to the original vision of expanding travel opportunities for everyone. That tradition continued as Dan’s eldest child, Dan Sullivan Jr., took the reins as President and CEO in 1990 and the company flourished. Collette_HQ_380x250_v2 The third generation of Sullivans entered the company in the early 2000s, and in 2018 Dan Sullivan Jr.’s daughter, Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, became President & Chief Customer Experience Officer. In 2023, after she successfully steered Collette through the global pandemic, Dan proudly turned the CEO role over to Jaclyn and transitioned to Executive Chairman of the Board. Mrs. Leibl-Cote is only the 4th CEO in the company’s history and its first female leader, making Collette one of the rare companies successfully transfer to the 3rd generation of leadership.
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Reviews
Michelle Bouzek - Traveled, December 2023
Wow! This tour did not disappoint. The Tour manager Cynthia had every detail arranged to be seamless. The optional tours added to the excitement. Lots of bucket list items checked off ton this trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/08/2024
Carolyn Engle-Reyes - Traveled, December 2023
This trip was an ADVENTURE!! The Guide, the Helsinki Hotel and tour and the Kakslauttanen Resort were beyond my expectations.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/04/2024
Trusted Customer - Traveled, November 2023
Great manager, great place, great food, great fellow travelers. In other words, a great trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Lenore Orlowska-Warren - Traveled, November 2023
The tour manager Madeleine Hern was exceptional.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/27/2023
Trusted Customer - Traveled, November 2023
Amazing vacation! Very unique trip with lots of first time experience! One of the best vacation ever!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/26/2023
Trusted Customer - Traveled, November 2023
The weather was perfect, all accommodations were wonderful, our tour guide went above and beyond to make our experience spectacular. The staff at all events from meeting Santa to dog sledding, reindeer sleigh trip, horseback riding were excellent. Our flights were on time and the entire trip was an amazing.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/20/2023
Nancy White - Traveled, November 2023
The whole trip was a lifetime experience! It was very easy from getting to the airport to coming home. Excellent care, accommodations, and amazing excursions of learning and excitement.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/09/2023
LKM - Traveled, November 2023
Tour was awesome. Madeline our tour director was the best! Took good care of all of us. It was far better than we could have even imagined. A once in a lifetime experience. Magical!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/04/2023
Cheryl Slaughter - Traveled, November 2023
Kakslauttanen Artic Resort - the lodging and all the included activities.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/03/2023
Siu Lau - Traveled, November 2023
Actually staying in the glass igloo and seeing the Northern Lights!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/04/2023
