Helsinki to Kirkenes - Beyond the Arctic Circle

Welcome to Helsinki, the vibrant capital of Finland. Upon your arrival, check into your centrally located hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can spend the rest of the day exploring the city at your leisure. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in Helsinki.

After breakfast, meet your tour leader and fellow travellers. Travel by bus to the charming town of Porvoo, where you'll enjoy a guided walking tour around the old city. After lunch, return to Helsinki for a city tour, visiting highlights such as the Sibelius Monument, Oodi Library, Senate Square, and more. In the evening, board the sleeper train for an overnight journey to Kemi.

Arrive in Kemi and embark on a thrilling icebreaker cruise on the frozen Bothnian Bay. Experience the unique sensation of swimming in the icy waters, equipped with a special survival outfit. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure and enjoy an overnight stay in Kemi.

Today, travel to Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus. Visit the enchanting Santa Claus Village, where you can meet Santa himself. In the afternoon, visit a reindeer farm run by the indigenous Sami people and enjoy a sleigh ride through the frozen Lapland forest. In the evening, join an Aurora picnic in the forest, where you might catch a glimpse of the magical Northern Lights. Overnight in Rovaniemi.

Start your day with an exhilarating snowmobile safari along the frozen river and snow-covered forest. Later, travel to the village of Saariselka, where you'll stay in the nearby village of Muotka. Here, you'll spend the night in a unique glass cabin, designed for observing the Northern Lights from the comfort of your hotel.

Today, continue your journey to Kirkenes, Norway. Upon arrival, visit an ice hotel before embarking on an exclusive King Crab safari. Experience the thrill of fishing for King Crabs on the fjord ice, followed by a delicious meal of fresh, juicy King Crab served the Norwegian way.

Travel to Inari, Finland, where you'll visit the Siida Museum dedicated to the culture and history of the Sami people. In the afternoon, visit a husky kennel and enjoy a husky sleigh safari through the Lappish wilderness. Overnight in Ivalo.

Today, take a flight from Ivalo back to Helsinki. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in the downtown area. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring more of Helsinki or indulging in some shopping. Overnight in Helsinki.

Your 9-day Arctic adventure comes to an end after breakfast. You may choose to extend your stay with a day visit by ferry to Tallinn, Estonia, or arrange for a departure transfer. We hope you leave with unforgettable memories of your journey through Finland and Norway.