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Overview:
Finnish Lapland is a true winter wonderland. A big layer of fluffy white snow covers the landscape and makes trees, lakes and plains sparkle in the sunlight. This adventure tour will take you to this paradise and give you an opportunity to experience the powdery snow first hand. You will start in Levi, Finland's biggest ski resort, where you can enjoy 2 days of skiing. The second part of your tour will take place in Harriniva Holiday Centre, a family run business established in 1973. It provides cosy accommodation and unforgettable safari programs in the beautiful and un-spoilt nature of Northern Lapland. Spend some nights here and let the snow fly behind you once you race through the stunning nature on husky sled and snowmobile.
Package price is £2,845 per person based on availability and two people sharing a twin or double room. Single supplement is £220.
Departure dates
| Departure | Arrival | Arrive | Leave |
| 06 Jan - 20 Apr |
London |
Kittila |
Tuesday |
Monday |
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 (Tuesday): Arrival in Kittilä
Arrival in Kittilä airport, before your individual transfer to Levi. Welcome to Levi, an all year activity resort and the biggest ski resort in Finland. Levi is located in the Fell Lapland, 170km above the Arctic Circle, in the middle of pure nature and large wilderness areas. Levi Fell village is actually a small holiday town, which offers a wide range of first-rate services to its guests. Overnight accomodation at Lapland Hotel Sirantathi.
Day 2 (Wednesday): Downhill skiing in Levi
After breakfast it is time to hit the slopes. In Levi you can find slopes available for downhill skiers and snowboarders, beginners and advanced skiers, as well as children. Levi offers all from wide family runs with lots of space in which to carve your tracks, to challenging steep slopes which whet the appetite of more accomplished and even expert skiers. There are altogether 45 slopes, and for those who need coaching Levi has an international Ski School (6 different teaching languages). Skiing equipment and lift pass not included. See optional extras. Overnight accomodation at Lapland Hotel Sirantathi.
Day 3 (Thursday): Levi - Harriniva Holiday Centre
Breakfast at the hotel. Today you can continue testing the slopes of Levi, or why not changeyour skis and roam the Finnish forests on cross country skis. Levi has 230km of prepared cross country tracks on which you can enjoy the silence and freedom of the winter wonderland around you. Just breathe and let the fresh air flood your lungs. In the late afternoon you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Harriniva Holiday Centre, where you will spend the following nights. Dinner and overnight accomodation at Harriniva Holiday Centre.
Day 4 (Friday): Husky overnight adventure
After a delicious breakfast your adventure starts at around 10h00. Go on a 2 day tour by Husky Sleigh. You will visit the Harriniva Arctic Sled Dog Centre with nearly 400 huskies, and hear of the life of these arctic dogs. The husky guide will teach you how to handle the sled, and you will meet your team of 4-5 dogs that accompany you for the 2 day safari (1 person / sled). Lunch by an open fire en route. Driving distance is about 25 km to a wilderness hut where you will have sauna, dinner and stay overnight in shared facilities.
Day 5 (Saturday): Husky Safari
You will start in the morning from the cabin and continue the husky safari for around 25 to 30 km. Lunch by open fire en route. Return to Harriniva in the afternoon. Enjoy the rest of the day at your own leisure in this winter wonderland. Relax in your cosy room or try out the sauna and wellness facilities of the holiday centre. Dinner and overnight accomodation at Harriniva Holiday Centre.
Day 6 (Sunday): Snowmobile Safari
Breakfast at the hotel. Today it's time to gain some speed. After your guide gives you quick instructions on how to handle a snowmobile, you will go on a sightseeing tour to the Lappish winter landscape. During this approximately 30km tour you will ride through snow covered forests and frozen lakes. This tour is also suitable for beginners. In the evening say good-bye to this winter wonderland with a delicious dinner. Dinner and overnight accomodationat Harriniva Holiday Centre.
Day 7 (Monday): Departure from Kittilä
Breakfast and transfer to Kittilä airport.
*** Please be advised that the above excursion as mentioned in the above itinerary is subject to change – weather depending!!
Package Includes:
- Return flights from London to Kittila via Helsinki (Other UK airports available upon request - please contact our team)
- 1 piece of check-in luggage per traveler (up to 23 kg)
- 2 nights' accommodation in Levi
- Transfer: Levi - Harriniva Holiday Centre
- 3 nights' accommodation in cosy double rooms with shower/ washing closet in Harriniva Holiday Centre
- 1 night's accomodation in a Wilderness Hut
- 6 x Scandinavian breakfast buffet
- 3 x dinners in Harriniva Holiday Centre
- Equipment for the excursions (Thermo-overalls, socks, mittens, boots, warm hat and sleeping bag)
- 2-day Husky Safari (everybody drives own husky team with 4-5 huskies)
- Full board during the Husky Safari Excursion
- 1 snowmobile per 2 persons for the snowmobile tour
- Transfer: Harriniva Holiday Centre - Kittilä Airport
- 24 hour emergency service
- ATOL protection
- All taxes
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