Helsinki and Lapland Winter Wonderland

Arrive in Helsinki, Finland’s stylish Nordic capital, where you will be greeted upon arrival and privately transferred to your hotel.

During the journey, enjoy a scenic introduction to the city while passing iconic landmarks including Market Square, Esplanadi Park, and Helsinki’s elegant waterfront districts.

After check-in, the remainder of the evening is free for you to relax or independently explore Helsinki’s cafés, boutiques, and Nordic atmosphere at your own pace.

After breakfast, travel with your private guide to Porvoo, Finland’s second-oldest town and one of the country’s most picturesque destinations.

Founded in 1346 during Swedish rule, Porvoo remains rich in history and cultural heritage, with many residents still speaking Swedish as their first language.

Visit the Porvoo Historical Museum and the town’s beautiful medieval cathedral before wandering through charming cobbled streets lined with artisan boutiques and handicraft shops. Browse traditional Finnish pottery, woven rugs, handmade shawls, and locally crafted souvenirs.

Return to Helsinki in the evening.

Fly north to Rovaniemi in the heart of Finnish Lapland and begin your Arctic adventure with a visit to a traditional reindeer farm.

Meet local reindeer herders who will introduce you to their centuries-old lifestyle while sharing stories over warm drinks and snacks. Afterwards, enjoy a magical reindeer sleigh ride through Lapland’s snow-covered wilderness.

Lunch is served inside a traditional kota, where you will experience authentic Lappish cuisine prepared with Arctic ingredients.

Later, unwind in a traditional Finnish sauna followed by stargazing from an outdoor Jacuzzi. For a more adventurous experience, take an optional dip into the icy waters of Lake Sieri while searching for the Northern Lights above.

Spend the morning at a local husky farm where experienced mushers introduce you to the energetic sledge dogs and teach you how to guide a husky team.

Take the reins yourself during a thrilling dog-sledge ride across Lapland’s untouched snowy landscapes, surrounded by forests and Arctic wilderness.

In the evening, continue the adventure with a snowmobile safari through Fell Lapland. Race across frozen terrain beneath the Arctic night sky while searching for the spectacular aurora borealis.

Transfer to Saariselkä, a peaceful village deep within Finnish Lapland surrounded by Arctic wilderness.

After free time to relax and explore the village, prepare for an unforgettable evening adventure.

Join your private guide on a snowshoe trek through silent snow-covered forests while searching for the magical Northern Lights. As darkness falls, witness the Arctic landscape illuminated by the vibrant colours of the aurora borealis dancing across the sky.

Today’s adventure begins with a snowmobile journey through the forests and frozen landscapes of Finnish Lapland.

Travel across pristine wilderness towards a secluded frozen lake where you will experience traditional Arctic ice fishing. Drill through thick ice and fish for perch or whitefish using techniques passed down through generations.

Afterwards, gather around a fire for a warming traditional meal featuring hearty soup, rye bread, berry juice, and Finnish cookies.

Spend your final evening in Lapland relaxing beneath the Arctic sky with another chance to witness the Northern Lights.

Fly back to Helsinki and transfer to your hotel in the city centre.

The remainder of the day is free to enjoy Helsinki at your own pace. Explore modern Nordic architecture, waterfront cafés, museums, local boutiques, and the city’s vibrant culinary scene.

Helsinki’s unique combination of Scandinavian minimalism and historic charm offers countless opportunities for relaxed exploration before the conclusion of your Finnish adventure.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departing flight home.

Depart Finland with unforgettable memories of Arctic adventures, Lapland wilderness, Finnish sauna traditions, reindeer encounters, and magical Northern Lights experiences.