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3 NIGHTS, 4 DAYS, ARCTIC LIGHT HOTEL, HUSKY DOG EXCURSION, NORTHERN LIGHTS, REINDEER FARM, ARCTIC SCIENCE MUSEUM, FINNISH LAPLAND UTOPIA.

This holiday has been carefully designed by the team at Sandgrouse Travel & Expeditions so that you can enjoy visiting Finnish Lapland whilst combining some of the finest winter adventure activities on offer anywhere in the world. Staying at the luxurious and unique Arctic Light Hotel you immediately be transferred into a winter wonderland and feel nature all around you.

Itinerary Highlights

  • Arctic Boulevard Restaurant
  • Arctic Light Hotel
  • Husky Ride/Tour
  • Local Artisan Meeting - The Lady of Craft
  • Ranua Zoo, meet the Polar Bears
  • Arctic Science Museum
  • Reindeer Farm Tour, traditional lunch and evening reindeer walk
  • Arctic Forest Spa
  • Rovaniemi Shopping
Day 1

Day 1: Arrival in Finnish Lapland and Arctic Boulevard Restaurant

You will fly into Rovaniemi Airport where you will be met by your hostess, who will welcome you to the heart of Lapland, the home of Santa Claus. You will be escorted by private transfer to the magnificent Arctic Light Hotel, where you can rest in your luxurious room before...

You will fly into Rovaniemi Airport where you will be met by your hostess, who will welcome you to the heart of Lapland, the home of Santa Claus. You will be escorted by private transfer to the magnificent Arctic Light Hotel, where you can rest in your luxurious room before enjoying dinner in the Arcitc Boulevard Restaurant. The restaurant offers you the opportunity to sample traditional Finnish food as well as European classics.

There is a welcoming gift waiting for you in your hotel room to give you the hint of the adventure Arctic way of living.

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Day 2

Day 2: Husky Tour, Local Artisan Meeting, Ranua Zoo

You will step back in time today and use traditional methods of transport. The old way of travelling around in the Lappish woods and open expanses used to be with huskies or with reindeer. You will be taken by your hostess to meet your husky dogs who will be eagerly...

You will step back in time today and use traditional methods of transport. The old way of travelling around in the Lappish woods and open expanses used to be with huskies or with reindeer. You will be taken by your hostess to meet your husky dogs who will be eagerly waiting for you to take you on a sledge ride. You will be taken on a trail of snow through the forests and glide across the land and the frozen ice. You will take control and drive these beautiful dogs. All necessary guidance will be on hand for you so that you learn to control the team before heading off on your amazing journey through the Arctic forest. You will stop for a little break to warm up with an open fire and you will be able to enjoy traditional 'glog' drink whilst hearing more stories of the life of the huskies from your professional guides.

After the long ride through the breathtaking Lappish landscape, a local artisan would like to invite you into her home and atelier where she has prepared a delicious homemade lunch of the local ingredients. She is an expert in utilising reindeer antlers, and usess reindeer leather, bark, silver pine and burl in her creations. These traditional raw materials have been utilised in the north of Finland for decades. You will be given the chance to try out for yourself what the traditional materials can achieve and see how you fair with your craft skills!

After a farewell to the Lady of craft, you can enjoy a little rest in your hotel room before continuing your adventure.

Your private transport will take you to Ranua Zoo, where in the early evening you will enjoy a private snowshoe walking adventure in the forest. You will be given a headlamp as darkness falls and you will be able to see the animals in their native natural environment.

You will have the amazing opportunity to see the Polar Bear's and your guide will prepare you to look into the Polar Bear's eyes. You will get to stand a couple of metres away from the Polar Bears with nothing other than a fence between you and the bears.

You will enjoy dinner at Ranua Zoo's charming restaurant before heading back to your hotel.

 
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Day 3

Day 3: Arctic Science Museum, Reindeers, Forest Spa

After a good night's sleep in the comfort of the Arctic Light Hotel, it is time for you to discover more about life in the Arctic Circle. Your hostess will take you to your first visit of the day; the Arctic Science Museum. At Arktikum Museum, the story is told...

After a good night's sleep in the comfort of the Arctic Light Hotel, it is time for you to discover more about life in the Arctic Circle. Your hostess will take you to your first visit of the day; the Arctic Science Museum. At Arktikum Museum, the story is told of the facts of the Arctic and the North of Finland. There are a range of multivision shows, with Northern Lights displays and shows as well as exhibitions of the history and life in Lapland from past to present day.

After you have become an expert at the museum, it is time for you to live the way of life in the Arctic as well!  You will be taken by private transfer to the local reindeer farm, where the herders have taken great care of their reindeer for generation upon generation. You can taste the cuisine and enjoy a traditional lunch before lending a helping hand on one of the daily tasks needing to be carried out on the reindeer farm. The hurder will familiarise you with their lifestyle and that of the reindeer and give you the chance to participate in the daily life of a working reindeer farm.

In the evening, you will help harness these noble animals to head off on with them on a stroll through the frozen lake. You will be able to hear the snow scrunch under the skidding sledge and if its a clear night you will be able to star gaze. Your destination is a special place; the Arctic Forest Spa. Metsakyly's sauna hostess will welcom you with warm wild berry juice a big smile. The spa is reserved for your private use and you can enjoy the blissful and famous Finnish Forest Spa and allow the steam of the stones relax your limbs after a great day. You will also be able to enjoy the jacuzzi under the Northern Light sky, which if you are lucky you will be able to see. For those brave enough a quick dip in the lake can be a great way to feel fresh and enlightened.
 
Dinner will be served in the privacy of the sauna's lounge where you can enjoy a traditional Finnish dish.
 
After dinner, return to your hotel.
 
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Day 4

Day 4: Departure

After breakfast you will have the opportunity to walk around Rovaniemi centre for sightseeing and any last minute shopping. Your hostess will escort you back to the airport where you will say farewell until next time.

After breakfast you will have the opportunity to walk around Rovaniemi centre for sightseeing and any last minute shopping. Your hostess will escort you back to the airport where you will say farewell until next time.

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Arctic Light Hotel

LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTEL DESIGNED WITH INSPIRATION FROM THE ARCTIC LIGHT AND NATURE. This boutique hotel is 8 km from Rovaniemi Airport...

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All the elements of this itinerary are available between the dates: 15/12/2016 and 15/04/2017

Please note that availability of some of the activities within this winter holiday may depend on the weather conditions and the amount of snowfall.

This holiday includes:-

  • A set of warm clothing which you can use for the whole period of your stay will be waiting for you in the Arctic Light Hotel upon your arrival.
  • Private return airport transfer.
  • Private transfer between all holiday activities. All transfers are operated by an experienced professional driver.
  • The services of an experienced English speaking guide during the activities as well as upon your arrival and departure.
  • Service support number available for you during your stay which you can call between 08:00 and 22:00 throughout your stay.
  • Accommodation in Arctic Light Hotel
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