11DAYS AURORA BOREALIS IN FINLAND
DAY 1: SINGAPORE – HELSINKI, FINLAND
Assemble at Singapore Changi International Airport for your pleasant flight to Helsinki, Finland.
DAY 2 (12 FEB) : HELSINKI
Upon arrival at Helsinki, you will be met and greeted by our friendly representative and transfer to the hotel. Helsinki, the capital of Finland is a compact city easily explored on foot. Design, architecture, culture and shopping are all great exploration angles and large park areas, forests, lakes, and the coastline with numerous islands sprinkled off it make certain there's no shortage of natural presence. Needless to say, there's something going on in Helsinki every day of the year. Take your time to explore the city.
DAY 3: HELSINKI – KEMI (Breakfast)
After breakfast, pick up from hotel reception and proceed on a 03 hour city tour. Walking through the city you'll get a closer look at Helsinki. Century of interaction between East and West obviously has given a specific character to the city, highlighting its uniqueness and charm among the other cities of the Baltic Sea region. You can visit the historical center: the Senate Square, Presidential Palace, Helsinki City Hall, House of Parliament, Palace of Finland, the National Opera and many other places. After tour, transfer to hotel and rest of the day is free. Pick up from hotel reception and transfer to train station. Train departs on Finnish Railways from Helsinki to Kemi. Overnight train in private 02 person to a compartments with en-suites facilities.
DAY 4: KEMI – SAMPO TOUR (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Arrive in Kemi, transfer by pre-booked taxi to hotel for check in. The hotel is located 600 m from the train station. Pick up from hotel and transfer to Ajos Harbour in time for your excursion of Sampo Tour. The Sampo, the former icebreaker for the Finnish government, offers a unique cruise experience on the Gulf of Bothnia. The union of the majestic steel, ice and the sea will be unlike anything else you've ever experienced. Come and experience the Sampo in the midst of vast open arctic sea-scenery! The regular 4-hour cruise departs at 12 noon at the Port of Ajos in Kemi, about 11 km south from the centre of Kemi. You are allowed to arrive on board the ship starting at 11:30am. During the cruise you will have a guided tour on board the icebreaker visiting its facilities from the engine room all the way up to the captain's bridge. You will be served a delicious soup-lunch in the Restaurant on board the ship during your journey. After lunch you'll have the chance for the exciting experience of swimming in freezing cold waters, dressed in warm impermeable survival suits. This experience is to be unforgettable!
DAY 5: KEMI – ROVANIEMI (Breakfast)
After breakfast, walk over to train station from hotel and board your train from Kemi to Rovaniemi. Upon arrival in Rovaniemi, you will be met and transfer from railway station to the Santa Clause Holiday Village. The rest of the day will be free at your own leisure to explore the Santa Clause Holiday Village.
DAY 6: ROVANIEMI – LAPLAND SAFARIS REINDEER SAFARI (Breakfast)
Breakfast is served and the day to explore. Pick up from hotel reception and start your day with the Lapland Safaris Reindeer Safari. Follow in the footsteps of the Sami people as you travel in the age old way; on a reindeer pulled sleigh. The most traditional and peaceful way to move through the silent Lappish nature! This polar animal is very important for the Northern Civilizations! Today you will learn about the reindeer husbandry in the reindeer park at the Arctic Circle. Sitting in the sledges you will enjoy the silence of the nature during a peaceful ride through the white Lappish landscape. Tour ends at approximately 1630 hrs.
DAY 7: ROVANIEMI – LAPLAND SAFARIS SNOWMOBILE SAFARI TO WILDERNESS & LAPLAND SAFARIS AURORA BOREALIS ADVENTURE (Breakfast)
Breakfast at hotel and thereafter pick up from hotel reception and enjoy the Lapland Safaris Snowmobile Safari to wilderness. The selection of snowmobile safaris range from 2 to 6 hours (2 hours will be provided for), and are suitable for everyone with a car or motorcycle driving license. All of the snowmobile safaris are led by professional guides to give you a safe and unforgettable experience in the breath taking Lappish nature. Tour end at approximately 1630 hrs. At night, pick up from hotel reception and enjoy a 4 hours Lapland Safaris Aurora Borealis Adventure. The Northern Lights are one of the nature's most spectacular phenomenon, and Lapland is the perfect destination to witness the magic for yourself. On average the Aurora Borealis appear in the sky around 200 times per year, so there is plenty of opportunity to spot them if luck is on your side. Leaving the bright lights of the towns and resorts behind provides the best opportunity to see the Northern Lights in their full glory. Tour ends at approximately 0100 hrs.
DAY 8: ROVANIEMI – LAPLAND SAFARIS HUSKY SAFARI (Breakfast)
After breakfast, pick up from hotel reception and enjoy the Lapland Safaris Husky Safari. A husky safaris is a truly thrilling experience, especially when you have the chance to be a musher in control of your own team dogs. Experience the excitement of the dogs as they eagerly wait to pull you at a speedy pace through the breath taking Lappish scenery. Tour ends approximately at 1200 hrs.
DAY 9 (19 FEB) : ROVANIEMI (Breakfast / Dinner)
Today transfer from Santa Clause Hotel to the Arctic Snow hotel. Upon arrival at the Arctic Snow hotel, check into the hotel and the rest of the day will be free at your own leisure to explore the beautiful city.
DAY 10 (20 FEB) : ROVANIEMI - HELSINKI - SINGAPORE (Breakfast)
After breakfast, proceed for an ice fishing experience and followed by snow shoeing. Tour end at approximately 1430 hrs.
Later, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Singapore with fond memories of a wonderful holiday.
DAY 11 (21 FEB) : SINGAPORE
Arrival in Singapore.