7-Day Aurora Breaking Tour of Norway, Finland, and Swedish Lapland (Winter, December-March Only)

D1: Helsinki ‣ Oulu ‣ Kemi ‣ Haparanda

Depart Helsinki this morning and take the Polar Express to Oulu. Upon arrival, take a bus to Kemi to visit the Snow Castle Exhibition (optional), which includes the Gemstone Exhibition and SnowExperience365. Afterwards, check in at the Haparanda Hotel. Polar Express departure time: 8:24 Helsinki – 14:24 Oulu

D2: Haparanda ‣ Icebreaker ‣ Haparanda (Polar icebreaking experience optional)

After breakfast, depart for the Gulf of Bothnia, a northern Baltic Sea embankment, and embark on the Polar Expeditions Icebreaker ABBA Cruise. Enjoy an ABBA music party on board and a breathtaking three-hour icebreaking experience, where you'll feel the trembling ice beneath your feet. You can also don a warm flotation suit (height must be at least 125cm to float) and experience the unique charm of floating on the icy sea, or try an ice walk. Afterward, drive back to your hotel in Harampada for the night.

*Icebreaker boats must be booked in advance, as seats are limited and available while stocks last.

Day 3: Haparanda ‣ Rovaniemi ‣ Saarisarka

In the morning, we'll depart from our hotel and visit Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi. You'll take photos with Santa Claus, cross the Arctic Circle, enjoy delicious food, and shop for souvenirs and postcards. After departing Santa Claus Village, we'll head to Saarisalka. After a short rest and dinner, we'll embark on a nighttime snowmobile tour into the pitch-black forest in search of the Northern Lights. Embrace nature and feel the power of the polar regions in this dark forest.

* Stay in a cabin on the third, fourth and fifth nights of the trip!

Most cabins are suites for 3-8 people, each with multiple rooms, typically for two people. Unlike hotels, the room types are standardized, and the number of standard rooms is limited, so you can't specify a specific room type. We hope you can understand and cooperate with the different room types, but we believe this night's cabin experience will be unforgettable.

* Due to the limited availability of rooms at the Glass House during the winter, you will need to pay in advance but your room cannot be guaranteed. You will be notified of your confirmed room location once your reservation is completed. If you are not able to book before departure, a refund will be arranged.

* Upgrade to a glass house at your own expense: Northern Light Village (Aurora Cabin/Polar Sky Suite) Maximum occupancy: 2 people (Note: After upgrading to a glass house, round-trip transportation between the glass house and the activity area needs to be arranged by the guest.)

Day 4: Saariselka (including reindeer farm, husky sledding and polar snowshoeing at your own expense)

This morning, you'll visit a reindeer farm at the Lapland camp. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a husky sleigh ride, and in the evening, you'll experience a polar snowshoeing adventure to chase the Northern Lights. First, you'll visit the Reindeer Farm (included), where you'll learn about Sami culture, feed and interact with reindeer up close, and then take a 15-minute reindeer sleigh ride (***only available if snow conditions permit! If the snow is too low, you'll only visit the reindeer farm). Experience Santa Claus's mode of transportation! The reindeer will lead the sleigh, and you'll sit inside to admire the unique polar scenery. Then, you'll join the Husky Safari (optional expense), where you'll be greeted by the breathtaking snowscape as the huskies gallop by. After a short rest and dinner, you'll explore the National Forest Park in the evening, experience a polar snowshoeing adventure (optional expense), and chase the Northern Lights. Then, return to Saariselkä Lodge for your overnight stay.

Day 5: Saarisarka ‣ Kirkenes ‣ Saarisarka (optional king crab tour with lunch)

In the morning, we will depart from Saariskar and head to Kirkenes, a famous king crab fishing destination. Here we will see how the locals catch king crabs. Afterwards, we will go to a restaurant to enjoy fresh king crabs. After the activity, we will return to Saariskar and stay in a local wooden house hotel.

Day 6: Saariselka ‣ Rovaniemi ‣ Helsinki

After checking out in the morning, we'll travel to Rovaniemi and visit the Polar Museum (optional). The museum offers extensive information on the current state of the Arctic region, as well as exhibits on the history, culture, and nature of Lapland. After the tour, we'll board the Polar Train back to Helsinki, where we'll stay overnight in a two-person sleeper train.

VR train reference: 17:52 Rovaniemi - 06:27 Helsinki

* Single rooms selected throughout the journey do not include accommodation on the VR train. Double rooms are the default on the VR train.

D7: Helsinki

Arrive in Helsinki early in the morning and the tour ends.

VR train schedule reference: Rovaniemi-Helsinki 17:52-6:27

Attractions

| SnowExperience365

The concept of Kemi Snow Castle has been continuously updated over the years, and now offers a wide range of services, from snow and ice experiences to restaurants, accommodations, conferences, and saunas. SnowExperience365, an ice sculpture exhibition hall within the Snow Castle, allows you to enter a winter wonderland any day of the year. You can walk on the snow and admire the beautiful ice sculptures. The theme of the ice sculptures changes from time to time, and the current theme is a fairytale castle. SnowExperience365 also includes ice sculptures, ice slides, an ice bar, and ice tables.

The Snow Castle Winter Park is a snow park open only in the early winter months (weather permitting). Made entirely of ice and snow, the park offers traditional Finnish snow activities. It includes an ice tube slide, another toboggan run, a snow maze, a traditional Finnish carousel sleigh ride, and an indoor area with several ice sculptures.

Polar Explorer icebreaker

Built in 1976, the Polar Explorer Icebreaker is considered one of Lapland's finest icebreakers. At 78 meters long and 14 meters wide, it can currently accommodate 199 passengers. The Polar Explorer Icebreaker offers a three-hour cruise through the frozen waters of Lapland's Gulf of Bothnia. During these three hours, you'll witness the vessel's immense icebreaking capabilities, taking a guided tour from the engine room to the captain's wheelhouse. An audio guide app is available in 16 languages, including an 11-minute film on the icebreaker, showcasing icebreakers from around the world. Relax in the comfortable lounge, enjoy a warm juice, or stroll on the frozen sea ice during stops. The icebreaker creates an ice-free swimming pool, allowing passengers to swim in the dark, icy waters wearing a flotation suit.

Chasing the Aurora with Snowshoes

As the sky darkens at the summit, the stars gradually peek out from the sky. Adventurous explorers set out, donning specially crafted snowshoes and trekking through the pitch-black forests of Urho Kekkonen, Finland's second-largest national park, to the highest point east of the town in search of the mysterious northern lights. Along the way, your guide will share stories of the mystical night sky and Lapland. Embrace nature in the dark forest and feel the mysterious power of the polar regions. Please dress warmly and avoid the cold. This is a physical activity that requires endurance and appropriate moisture-wicking, quick-drying clothing, as you will sweat profusely. Warm, specialized boots are also required; sneakers are not permitted. (Over 140cm tall, approximately 2 hours, 50% discount for those under 14 years old.)

Chasing the Northern Lights on a Snowmobile

Ride a snowmobile at night through the snow-covered forest, away from residential areas and light pollution, along the silent snowy slopes, chasing the mysterious aurora borealis. On the slopes, warm yourself by a fire under the stars, then enjoy cookies and hot drinks. Two people drive each snowmobile, and each person can drive for approximately 30 minutes. Professional warm gear is provided: jacket, boots, gloves, Mittens, balaclava, helmet. A driver's license (original, copy, photo, motorcycle, or car) is required, and previous driving experience is recommended. (Those under 13 years old or under 140 cm tall receive a 50% discount on the sled ride, which lasts approximately 3 hours.)

| Santa Claus Village

At Santa Claus Village, the world's most famous and authentic village, you'll have the opportunity to tell Santa your wishes in person, take photos with him, pull his beard, and receive precious videos and photos. Besides Santa's office, you can also pick up souvenirs at the Christmas Post Office and send postcards with the Arctic Circle postmark to friends and family. Finally, you'll receive an official Lapland-certified Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate, a precious souvenir.

King Crab Catch + King Crab Dinner

Travel by snowmobile to a king crab fishing area. Listen to local expert fishermen share their history of king crab, their methods of catching it, and the culture and history of Kirkenes. Then, begin your king crab hunt. Enjoy your freshly caught king crab with a glass of white wine or non-alcoholic beverage, coffee, or tea at the Sami Tent restaurant or Barents Safari Restaurant. Essential gear is provided: jumpsuit, helmet, boots, mittens, and balaclava. (Approximately 3 hours)

• Tips for drivers and guides (payable in cash on board): 10 Euros per person per day, same price for adults and children
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner
• Attraction tickets and optional items (see the table below for optional item prices)
• Personal consumption
• Travel Insurance
• Items not listed in the included fees

• Self-funded project prices
  3-hour Polar Icebreaker Experience (ABBA Cruise) Includes pick-up, hot drinks, water floats, and ice-breaking certificate *Height must be 125cm or above	Adults €320 4-12 years old €275
  3-hour king crab fishing + king crab dinner (ages 4 and up) Includes snowmobile ride, king crab fishing, lunch, and necessary warm gear (jumpsuit, helmet, boots, mittens, and balaclava)	Adults €220 4-12 years old €110
  2-hour polar snowshoe chase for the Northern Lights (over 120cm)	Adults €58 Under 12 years old €29
  Husky sledding 4-5 km (1.5 hours)	€120 Under 12 years old €60
  Snowmobile Chasing the Northern Lights with Warm Gear (3 hours) *2 people per car/price per person	Adults €169 (Age 18+ with a driver's license**Photocopy of domestic or foreign car or motorcycle, both in Chinese and English) €169/child passenger (13 years and above and over 140cm tall) €84.50/child sits on the sled behind the coach (under 13 years old or under 140cm tall)
  Polar Museum	€20 (2025) €22 (2026)
  Snow Castle Exhibition Day Ticket **Price includes Gemstone Exhibition & SnowExperience365	€30/adult Children aged 4-14 years old €18
  Tips for drivers and tour guides
  Each guest is required to give the driver a minimum tip every day	€5
  Each guest is required to give a minimum tip to the tour guide every day	€5
  The above prices are for reference only. If there are any adjustments, the prices will be subject to the announcement at that time. For self-funded projects, please cooperate with and obey the tour guide's itinerary arrangements, which shall prevail.

  
  

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