Finland in 8 days - Magical Lapland Retreat - Superior

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Discover the winter wonderland of Lapland, in the heart of the Arctic Circle! Explore the cosmopolitan capital of Helsinki, on the Baltic Sea, before heading to Rovaniemi, in the depths of Finnish Lapland. Discover pristine snow-covered landscapes and, if you're lucky, spot the legendary Northern Lights! Visit Santa Claus Village and experience the magic of L...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Helsinki
    • Lapland
    • Rovaniemi

What's this trip about?

    Discover the winter wonderland of Lapland, in the heart of the Arctic Circle! Explore the cosmopolitan capital of Helsinki, on the Baltic Sea, before heading to Rovaniemi, in the depths of Finnish Lapland. Discover pristine snow-covered landscapes and, if you're lucky, spot the legendary Northern Lights! Visit Santa Claus Village and experience the magic of Lapland. 

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityHelsinki
End CityHelsinki

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks

Destinations

Attractions

  • Helsinki

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 9

Trip includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Helsinki, Rovaniemi - US.
    • Overnight 'Santa Claus Express' Train: Helsinki - Rovaniemi in a private cabin.
    • 6 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels.
    • 6 breakfasts.
    • Transfers in Rovaniemi from the train station to the hotel and from the hotel to Rovaniemi Airport are included. Also shuttle bus to and from Santa's village is included.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • City sightseeing tour of Helsinki and visit to Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi.
    • English-speaking guide in Helsinki city tour.

Itinerary

Day 1: US - Night on board

It's time to discover the winter wonderland of Finnish Lapland! Arrive at your departure airport to catch a flight to Helsinki*. Night on board. *If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Day 2: Helsinki

Touch down in Helsinki, the capital of Finland, located on the coast of the Baltic Sea. Self-Transfer* to your hotel and spend the remainder of the day exploring this cosmopolitan city at your leisure. Helsinki is famed for its innovative design, eco-friendly initiati...

Day 3: Helsinki

Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, meet your local guide as you set off on a half-day orientation tour of Helsinki. Learn about the city's fascinating history and see both the modern and old sides of the city. Highlights include Temppeliaukio Church, carved directl...

Day 4: Helsinki - Overnight train to Rovaniemi

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the morning at your leisure. Check-out of the hotel by midday and spend some time exploring Helsinki at your own pace (luggage can be stored at the hotel). In the evening, self-transfer from the hotel to the train station to catch an over...

Day 5: Rovaniemi

On arrival to Rovaniemi transfer to your hotel in the heart of the Arctic Circle, surrounded by beautiful landscapes of snowy forests and starry skies. Get settled into your Cabin and begin to relax and get in touch with the immaculate nature of these remote surroundi...

Day 6: Rovaniemi

Breakfast at the lodge. Spend the day exploring or relaxing at your leisure. Soak up the immaculate landscapes of this incredible region or get to know life in the Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi city. Overnight stay in Rovaniemi.

Day 7: Rovaniemi

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, take a shared transfer to Santa Claus Village and take some time to explore this magical place at your leisure. You can visit Santa himself, go shopping or send a postcard from the Santa Claus Post Office! After an enchanting morning, return to the lodge and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Rovaniemi.

Day 8: Rovaniemi

Breakfast at the lodge. Spend your final day in Finland at your leisure! Perhaps explore the untouched surroundings on a snowmobile ride or learn more about the fascinating nature of this remote region at the Arktikum museum in Rovaniemi. Overnight stay in Rovaniemi.

Day 9: Rovaniemi - US

After breakfast at the hotel, say goodbye to this magical country.* Transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip. * Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,099
Price per day$262
Last Updated: 3/25/2025

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Logistics

Accommodation

6 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels.

Transportation & Flights

Some transfers,

Transportation & flights

Some transfers
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Meals Included
6 breakfasts.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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