Explorers week in Finnish Lapland

Explore Lapland and all its unique activities: cuddle with the joyfull huskies, enjoy a traditional Finnish sauna right in front of your doorstep, get to know the nature of Finnish Lapland on a snowshoe hike and don't forget to look out for the magical Northern Lights at night. You can watch the auroras right from your bed through the glass dome of your cabin, or go outside and see if you're lucky in the warmth of an outdoor fire. In these 8 days you will experience all the incomparable must-dos in Lapland!
The activities included in the price will be spread evenly throughout your stay and you can add more activities if you wish.

Explorer's week in Finnish Lapland - The itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival
For this tour, you can arrive on any day of the week, just contact us!
Upon arrival at the airport in Rovaniemi you will be warmly welcomed and after a ten-minute drive you are already there: at your resort for the next 8 days in the middle of Finnish Lapland! You can now first settle into your spectacular glass-roofed accommodation unhurriedly and look forward to many adventures in the far north.

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Day 2 - 7: Husky tour, snowmobile safari, snowshoeing, sauna and Aurora horse sleigh ride
Start your days in the Lapland restaurant Aitta with an inviting breakfast buffet.
After that you go on one of the following 5 tours:

Tour 1: Dog Sledding
Huskies are among the most popular animals in the north and after today's trip you will understand why. These fluffy dogs love pulling loads and running through the woods on snowy trails. You can cuddle and take photos with them, listen to their stories and, as the highlight of the day, drive a team of sled dogs yourself. On a tour of 7 - 10 km, the dogs pull you through the beautiful winter landscape while you stand in the back of the sled as the musher (sled dog driver). This excursion lasts about 2 hours in total.

Tour 2: Snowmobile Safari
Are you ready for a ride into winter wonderland? The snowmobiles will take you to unusual places and allow you to experience Arctic nature in a completely different way. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes along the way as you drive through snow-covered forests and across frozen swamps. You share a snowmobile in pairs and can take turns driving. For a surcharge it is possible to drive your own snowmobile. After about 2 hours you will return from your ride through the picturesque winter scenery.

Tour 3: Sauna experience at your doorstep
Just when you think Finns' love of saunas couldn't be any greater, this cute little sauna on skids appears at your doorstep. When you hear a knock on the door, you know the traditional Finnish sauna is ready to brighten your day. Grab a bunch of birch twigs, called "saunavihta" and step into the warmth of this unique wood-heated sauna for about 1.5 hours.

Tour 4: Northern lights hunt by horse sleigh
Go on a journey through the magical snow-covered forest. The Arctic night sky is lit up by millions of stars and if you are lucky, the dancing Northern Lights will join you and accompany you on your way. You will sit in a sled pulled by horses through the silence of the wilderness. When you see the glow of the campfire at the forest's edge, you know it's time to take a break with a hot drink and light snacks and listen to myths of the far north. This tour takes about 3 hours.

Tour 5: Snowshoeing
Do you want to experience the fresh, clear air and untouched nature of Finnish Lapland? Then this is the right tour for you! With snowshoes you explore the snow covered surroundings and your guide will tell you stories and facts about the flora and fauna of the Arctic nature. You will also learn about the ancient Northern way of life. The slow pace allows you to discover small details and take great photos. During the two-hour tour, your guide will serve you hot drinks.

Day 8: Departure
After a last delicious breakfast, it's time to say goodbye to Lapland. A driver will take you back to the airport, from where you will start your journey back home with many new impressions and memories.

During the winter season from December to April, Finnish Lapland is a true winter wonderland where there is never a lack of activities. From dining at the beautiful Aitta restaurant to various adventures, you will definitely not be bored during your stay.
There is a giant tube slide on the premises that you can enjoy for free and a frozen lake right next to the resort, which invites you to take an afternoon stroll on its thick ice cover. There are bonfires in the courtyard that are lit every evening so you can relax there. Build snowmen, go sledding or just walk around the beautiful resort and take pictures - the list of possibilities is endless!

Accommodation
There are several types of accommodations, ranging from Aurora Cabins to cozy two-story cabins with glass roofs. The prices shown are always those for the cheapest accommodation per person in a double room. Feel free to check out the various options with pictures under "Extras".

Catering
A daily breakfast buffet in the restaurant Aitta is included. If you wish, you can book the lunch and dinner buffet on request too.
In the restaurant you can also order your meals a la carte in the evening. Another option is to book a special 3-course menu prepared over an open fire in a traditional Finnish kota.

Activities
The activities on this tour will be spread evenly throughout your stay. Group size varies depending on the activity. For experiences such as dog sledding or snowmobile tours the number of participants is 12-16 people, for some other activities it can be up to 40 participants in exceptional cases.
You are welcome to add more activities to your stay, please have a look at the different options under "Extras".

Important information
To drive a snowmobile, you have to be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license. Children below the age of 14 years will sit in a sled behind the guide's snowmobile. Whether a child is allowed to drive a dog sled depends on age and size and is at the discretion of the guide.
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