Tour Description

Snow, Santa Claus and the fascinating culture of the Sámi people await on this arctic adventure in pursuit of the Northern Lights that dance across the dark winter skies of Finland and Sweden.

Priced From:

$ 7181pp ^*

From: 2025-10-05

To: 2026-04-05

Start Location: Helsinki, Finland

End Location: Stockholm, Sweden

Trip Type: Regional Explorer

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Welcome to Helsinki

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Clarion

Helsinki kick-starts your hunt for the mystical Northern Lights. On arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. There's time to freshen up before joining your Local Specialist for a city sightseeing tour and Welcome Reception.

Journey to Saariselkä Dive Into Culture

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Santa's Tunturi

Today our flight takes us north from Helsinki, across the Arctic Circle to Ivalo. Later, a short drive brings us to the enchanting snowy escape of Saariselkä, our home for the next two nights.

Discover the Arctic Dive Into Culture

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Santa's Tunturi

Enjoy a relaxing day in the picturesque Arctic village of Saariselkä. For those looking for adventure, consider joining an Optional Experience to go snowshoeing along the scenic Aurora Path, and later opt in to feel the thrill of a snowmobiling excursion across the frozen Ivalo River. As night falls, don’t miss the chance to participate in another Optional Experience—a magical Northern Lights hunt.

Off to Santa Claus Village and Rovaniemi Dive Into Culture Stays With Stories

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Santa's Hotel Santa Claus

Visit Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus. Celebrate the magic of Christmas when you Dive Into Culture and share yuletide greetings with Santa at his post office. Dive Into Culture once again as we visit a reindeer farm to meet Santa’s sleigh-pullers.

Venture to Luleå in Swedish Lapland

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Scandic Luleå

Bid farewell to Finland, bound for Sweden. Your first stop is the historic church village of Gammelstad, a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its 424 wooden houses surrounding an early 15th-century stone church. Explore the village with a Local Specialist who will bring its fascinating history to life. Afterward, continue on to Luleå, the largest city in Swedish Lapland.

Onwards to Kiruna Connect with Locals

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Scandic Kiruna

This morning we venture north to Jokkmokk, an historic meeting place for the indigenous Sámi people for trade and festivals alike. Enjoy a guided tour through the fascinating Ájtte museum and delve into the centuries-old traditions and heritage of the Sámi people on our MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Immerse yourself in the Sámi culture shaped by Northern Lapland’s unique natural environment. See how this community has survived and indeed thrived in the Arctic's extremes. Later, enjoy a traditional Sámi meal as part of the Be My Guest experience.

Kiruna Your Way

Day 7

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Scandic Kiruna

Today you have a free day to get acquainted with this Swedish mining centre, which is in the process of being relocated a few miles from its original location due to the growing size of the iron mine beneath its surface. Perhaps join a unique Optional Experience, navigating the snowy landscape on a husky safari, holding on tight as the eager dogs race across the white landscape. This exhilarating encounter with one of the most special canine breeds in the world is an experience you'll never forget. Tonight, be sure to take the last chance to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights.

Enjoy Stunning Stockholm

Day 8

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Clarion

This morning leave the Arctic behind to fly to Stockholm. Enjoy an orientation tour led by a Local Specialist, exploring the city known as 'beauty on the water.' Walk the cobbled streets of the Old Town, and visit the impressive Stockholm City Hall. Tonight, your journey in search of the Northern Lights concludes with a memorable dinner.

Farewell Stockholm

Day 9

Duration: 1

As our journey in the snowy Arctic lands of reindeer and Father Christmas comes to an end, the memories of ancient Sámi culture and Nordic traditions in our hearts, we bid a fond farewell to newfound friends.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2025-10-05

End Date: 2025-10-13

twin

Child Price: 6916

Adult Price: 7476

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7476

triple

Child Price: 6846

Adult Price: 7406

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8616

Start Date: 2025-10-19

End Date: 2025-10-27

twin

Child Price: 6916

Adult Price: 7476

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7476

triple

Child Price: 6846

Adult Price: 7406

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8616

Start Date: 2025-11-02

End Date: 2025-11-10

twin

Child Price: 7041

Adult Price: 7601

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7601

triple

Child Price: 6971

Adult Price: 7531

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8821

Start Date: 2025-11-16

End Date: 2025-11-24

twin

Child Price: 7091

Adult Price: 7651

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7651

triple

Child Price: 7021

Adult Price: 7581

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8901

Start Date: 2026-01-04

End Date: 2026-01-12

twin

Child Price: 7016

Adult Price: 7576

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7576

triple

Child Price: 6946

Adult Price: 7506

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8926

Start Date: 2026-02-08

End Date: 2026-02-16

twin

Child Price: 7261

Adult Price: 7821

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7821

triple

Child Price: 7191

Adult Price: 7751

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 9331

Start Date: 2026-03-01

End Date: 2026-03-09

twin

Child Price: 7261

Adult Price: 7821

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7821

triple

Child Price: 7191

Adult Price: 7751

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 9331

Start Date: 2026-03-22

End Date: 2026-03-30

twin

Child Price: 7041

Adult Price: 7601

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7601

triple

Child Price: 6971

Adult Price: 7531

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8961

Start Date: 2026-04-05

End Date: 2026-04-13

twin

Child Price: 6691

Adult Price: 7251

twinShare

Child Price:

Adult Price: 7251

triple

Child Price: 6621

Adult Price: 7181

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 8391

Scandinavian Northern Lights

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