5D4N ARCTIC LIGHTS AND THE BARENTS SEA
AURORA BOREALIS & KING CRAB
This program offers you a unique and lifetime experience to immerse yourself fully to the northern adventure – the pure nature, arctic activities and culinary enjoyment you will never forget.
DAY 1 WELCOME TO ROVANIEMI
Welcome to Finland – the Land of a thousand lakes.
Arrival to Rovaniemi, the capital of the Finnish Lapland. Lapland is as close as reality gets to those who dream of a winter wonderland. Contrasts are a key factor in the allure of Lapland where 24-hour sunlight in the summer replaces the dark winter days. The hustle and bustle of towns and ski resorts is just minutes away from the peace and quiet of the wild wilderness.
Find your way to a hotel (transfer can be pre-booked in advance).
Overnight in the Scandic Rovaniemi Hotel/Sky Ounasvaara Hotel or similar (B)
DAY 2 WELCOME TO ROVANIEMI
Breakfast at your hotel.
Morning at leisure.
Your tour-escort will pick you up at a hotel reception and take you to the traditional Reindeer farm (time TBA). Feed a reindeer and hear the most interesting stories about them from the local herders. You will also get to experience a short reindeer sled drive.
If time allows you, visit the Santa Claus Village. Santa will be expecting you at his official office if you want to pay him a visit. Or send a post-card with the official stamp of Santa Claus. Stroll around the village to enjoy the atmosphere, have a coffee in one of the many shops or visit the souvenir shops in the village. Free time for lunch (not included)
OPTION: THE NORTHERN LIGHTS EXCURSION
– Hopefully the weather gods are on your side and you are blessed with clear skies and optimal weather conditions for this phenomenon.
Overnight in the Scandic Rovaniemi Hotel/Sky Ounasvaara Hotel or similar (B)
DAY 3 ROVANIEMI - SAARISELKA OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Breakfast at your hotel. You will have some free time this morning for optional activities (Snowmobile or husky safari).
Late afternoon continue further north towards Saariselkä crossing the Arctic Circle. Arrival and check in at a hotel.
Rest of evening is free for exploring this beautiful northern Finnish Lapland resort of Inari-Saariselkä. The unique northern countryside, national parks, lake areas, rivers and highland fells offer a wealth of opportunities for year-round travel. In winter, the Northern Lights dance across the sky up to 200 days a year.
Overnight in the Holiday Club Saariselkä Hotel or similar (B)
DAY 4 SAARISELKA - KIRKENES KING CRAB SAFARI
Breakfast at your hotel.
Early departure towards the small town of Kirkenes, located north east in Northern Norway, close to the Russian border. Kirkenes is known as the capital of the Barents Region and the gateway to the east.
Begin your King Crab excursion (approx. 3,5 - 4,5 hrs) upon arrival. Learn how king crab was domesticated and spread in the Barents Sea. If you catch one, you will have a chance to taste fresh crab meat for lunch.
The motor boat leaves the berth in five minutes of walk from the center of Kirkenes. Before starting the trip a briefing devoted to safety rules at sea is carried out. During the trip we will show and tell about local places of interest. When we reach the fishing area your guide will dive and try to catch crabs of sufficient size and quantity for dinner. After that you can make photos with a crab or crabs. As crabs are being cooked we provide a lecture and show a film about underwater life in the Barents Sea. Special waterproof clothing, soft drinks and crab meat for lunch are included.
OPTION: VISIT TO THE KIRKENES SNOW HOTEL
- A hotel built from scratch every year, which is open between December and April. Even though the temperature inside is a constant -4 °C, the beds are warm and comfortable with reindeer hide.
Overnight in the Thon Kirkenes Hotel or similar (B)
DAY 5 DEPARTURE
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy some last minute shopping for the Viking souvenirs.
Transfer on your own to the airport (transfer by a taxi can be pre-booked in advance).
End of our services
See you soon in Scandinavia, Iceland & the Baltics
Included in the Package:
4 overnights in the mentioned hotels or similar
4 breakfasts at the hotels
Long distance coach
English speaking escort
Reindeer Farm Visit
Reindeer Sledge Ride 800 m
King Crab Safari
NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE:
Flights
Arrival/Departure transfers
Drinks
Lunches & Dinners
Tips
Personal Expenses
Luggage Handling