Highlights of Scandinavia Dog Sledding Tour

If you want to be able to enjoy everything that Lapland has to offer and still leave feeling relaxed and refreshed then the Highlights of Lapland tour is for you. Accommodation is in the beautiful hotel and cabin village of Jeris, situated at the shore of the stunning lake Jeris and surrounded by magical winter forests. You can also take a short walk out and see the magnificent views of the National Park. On site there is a fully equipped arctic spa with warm indoor pools, traditional saunas and even a natural ice pool.
During your stay you will enjoy exhilarating husky, reindeer and snowmobile safaris, cross-country skiing and the traditional pastime of snow-shoeing, and if the weather permits, you will have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the natural phenomenon; the Aurora Borealis.

Tour Itinerary

Day One: Arrival
Arrival at Kitillä airport and transfer of approximately 45 minutes to the Hotel Jeris.
After a hearty dinner in the hotel restaurant you will retire to your comfortable and cosy double room or log cabin with en-suite facilities.

Day Two: Husky Adventure and Northern Lights
After breakfast you will be able to spend the morning exploring the natural beauty of Jeris. Lunch will be served in the hotel.
In the afternoon you will be taken to a nearby husky farm where you will be able to meet these beautiful and intelligent creatures. You will enjoy a tour of the farm and then experience an incredible 17km safari (2 persons per sled).
After a delicious dinner in the hotel, your guide will share with you fascinating information about the phenomenon of the Northern Lights, including the science and the myths that surround it. From there you will then walk out to a prime Northern Lights viewing spot where you will build a camp fire, toast marshmallows and enjoy steaming hot chocolate while keeping your eyes peeled for a hopefully glance at the Aurora Borealis yourself.

Day Three: Snowshoes, kota lunch and cross-country skiing
Another action packed day, after breakfast you will be able to experience snow-shoeing; one of Lapland’s oldest methods of transportation. After you will head for a nearby kota for a tasty picnic lunch cooked over the open fire.
In the afternoon you will have a lesson in the basics of cross-country skiing on the track right alongside the hotel. You will then have time to enjoy some relaxation in the spa before tucking into dinner in the hotel restaurant.

Day Four: Torassieppi winter village and reindeers
After breakfast you will be taken on a ten minute bus transfer to the Torassieppi reindeer farm where you will be able to visit a 100yr old unique traditional Lappish farmhouse and the insightful reindeer museum. You will have the opportunity to try your hand at reindeer herding skills by taking part in some lasso-throwing, and then enjoy an amazing 3km reindeer tour where you will drive your sled around the edge of the mysterious Pallas-Ylläs national park.
After your safari; take a short walk to the nearby winter village with breathtaking ice restaurant, bar and sculptures and remember to keep your warm clothes on while you enjoy lunch in the ice restaurant! Late afternoon you will transfer back to the hotel Jeris for dinner.

Day Five: Ice fishing and snowmobile adventure
After a filling breakfast your guide will escort you to Lake Jeris where you will be able to try your luck at ice fishing.
Lunch will be served in the restaurant and in the afternoon you will meet your knowledgeable snowmobile guide who will give you an introduction to snowmobile driving including safety briefing. Then it will be time to get into your snowmobiles (2 people per machine), rev your engines and get ready for an exhilarating 30km tour through the Lappish wilderness. You will travel across frozen lakes and swampland, through icy forests and alongside some of the most untouched and beautiful scenery in the world.
Then you will return to the hotel where you can enjoy the spa before tucking into a mouth-watering dinner.

Day Six: Day at leisure and Lappish dinner
Enjoy your final day at leisure, perhaps making the most of the rejuvenating spa facilities, going out cross-country skiing or maybe just choosing to explore the local area. You can have lunch in the restaurant or opt to take a packed lunch out wherever you choose to go.
Your final dinner of the tour will be a traditional Lappish dinner served in the restaurant, which you can enjoy while reliving some of your favourite parts of your trip.

Day Seven: Departure
After one final delicious breakfast you will transfer back to Kittilä for your onward journey home, taking with you amazing memories of your time experiencing the highlight of Lapland.

Your package includes:
-Return transfers from Kittilä
-Warm winter clothing
-6 nights full board
-Use of the arctic spa during your stay
-17km husky safari
-30km snowmobile safari
-Reindeer farm visit with 3km reindeer safari and visit to a traditional winter village
-Northern Lights evening and Aurora campfire
-Cross country ski and snowshoe hire
-Ice fishing
-Lappish speciality dinner
-Qualified wilderness guide

Duration: 7 days/6 nights

Group Size: Minimum 2 / Maximum 22 people (This tour for anyone aged 5 and above.)

Additional supplements: Single Supplement (single room) - €270 per person

Supplementary Night:
€95 per person in double room with half board
€140 per person in single room with half board
€125 per person in Jeris Cabin with half board

Jeris Cabin Supplements:
Cabin A (2-3 people): €360 per cabin for 6 nights
Cabin B (3-4 people): €480 per cabin for 6 nights
Cabin C (4-7 people): €600 per cabin for 6 nights

Important Information
Please note that the order of activities may change subject to weather conditions and other external factors.
In order to drive a snowmobile you must hold a valid driving license.