What time do the tours typically start?

Typically, tours start at 10:00 AM, but if you need a different start time, feel free to ask.

Is it possible to take this trip alone? I am a single traveler...

How many days would you like to spend in Rovaniemi? Usually I recommend no more than 5 days to optimize both budget and activities.

How far is the train station from the airport?

The train station is about 11 km from the airport and takes around 15 minutes by car.

What should I pack for the trip?

It's recommended to bring light jackets, good hiking shoes, swim suits for sauna experiences, and some warm clothes, as it can be cool.

What time does the tour start on July 25th?

The walking tour usually begins around 10:00 AM.

Can transfers to various points of interest be arranged?

Yes, transfers for various tour activities in Rovaniemi are included, and the guide will assist you with arrangements.

What hotels are recommended for accommodation in Helsinki?

For accommodation in Helsinki, we recommend Hotel Arthur, Holiday Inn Helsinki City Centre, and Moi Aikatalo Hostel Helsinki, as they are centrally located with good access to public transport.

Are there storage lockers available for luggage?

Yes, you can find luggage storage lockers at the train station, or check with your hotel if they provide this service.

How can I check if my travel dates are available?

You can check for availability or request adjustments directly through the travel provider.

After the overnight train, what is the mode of transportation for the rest of the tour? How many different hotels do the guests stay in over the course of the tour and in what town is/are the hotel(s) located?

After you arrive in Rovaniemi, we provide transfers with a minivan. If there are no special requests about the accommodation, we will arrange for our guests to stay in a 3-star hotel near the city center. So you will have the convenience of being close to restaurants, markets, shops, etc.

Midnight Sun – 7 Days in Lapland

7 days

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Start and end in Helsinki

3.8

5 traveler reviews

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We are so glad that we signed up for the bear watch tour!!! That was the highlight of our trip!!
Karen Joy, traveled in July
5.0
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Operator: Nordic Unique Travels
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese
Group Size 2 - 20
Ages 14+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Helsinki to Rovaniemi
Start point
Kaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki, Finland (Helsinki Main Train Station (Main entrance))
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Helsinki Cathedral
- Visit Uspenski Cathedral
- Explore Kauppatori Market
- Visit Sibelius Park
- Overnight train journey on Santa's Express to Rovaniemi
Landmarks
Helsinki Cathedral
Uspenski Cathedral
Kauppatori Market
Sibelius Park
Day 2
Rovaniemi
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Santa Claus Village
- Meet Santa Claus
- Receive Arctic Circle crossing certificate
- Visit Santa's post office
Landmarks
Santa Claus Village
Arctic Circle
Day 3
Rovaniemi
Meals
Breakfast, Snack (Campfire BBQ - grilled sausages and blueberry tea)
Included Activities
- Lakeside sauna experience
- Midnight Sun viewing
- Sauna instruction and traditional experience
- Swimming in Arctic lake
- Grilled sausages and blueberry tea around campfire
Optional Activities
- Midnight Sun Floating Experience in Forest Lake (88€)
- Midnight Sun Photography Tour (89€)
- Surfing under Midnight Sun (SUP) (129€)
Day 4
Rovaniemi
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit reindeer farm
- Feed reindeer
Optional Activities
- Arctic Horse Riding (169€)
- Moose Safari (78€)
Day 5
Saariselkä
Meals
Breakfast, Snack (Campfire barbecue)
Included Activities
- Visit Luosto
- Amethyst mine visit and excavation experience
- Professional guidance on amethyst mine history
- Campfire barbecue at mountain site
- Gold panning experience in Saariselkä
- Saariselkä top hill midnight sun viewing
Landmarks
Luosto Amethyst Mine
Saariselkä
Day 6
Inari and Rovaniemi
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Inari
- Sami Siida Museum visit
- Free time to explore Inari village
Landmarks
Sami Siida Museum
Inari
Day 7
Rovaniemi to Helsinki
End point
Kaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki, Finland (Own departure from Helsinki train station)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic train ride Helsinki crossing Finland's heartland

Landmarks
Helsinki Cathedral
Uspenski Cathedral
Kauppatori Market
Sibelius Park

Landmarks
Santa Claus Village
Arctic Circle

Landmarks
Luosto Amethyst Mine
Saariselkä

Landmarks
Sami Siida Museum
Inari

What's Included

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Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport
Free eSIM
TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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3.4

(29 reviews)

Number of tours

Age Range

14 to 80 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

67%

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Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Traveler Reviews

3.8

Overall rating based on 5 Reviews

Itinerary
3.4
Transport
3.8
Guide
4.3
Accommodation
3.8
Food
3.5
Tour Operator
3.4

Stacy
September 27th, 2024
1.0
It never happened because my luggage was lost and I had to cancel AND NO ONE stepped in to help me out to find my...
It never happened because my luggage was lost and I had to cancel AND NO ONE stepped in to help me out to find my luggage at the AMS airport where it was lost. I called to tell them (let me tell you it was virtually impossible to get a live operator at Tourradar, but finally did) (Nordic Unique travels doesn't answer any messages over the weekend) and they were like well, I'm sorry, too bad, call the tour operator (Nordic Unique Travels). I did and they were like gee it's too bad but we can't help. OH YES, you speak the language and can get the luggage to me so I can continue the trip. BUT Nothing was done and I had fly back home the next day! NOT RECOMMENDED!Show more
Traveled in June 2024
Allison
July 16th, 2023
5.0
Our experience with Nordic Unique was great. As a little older group some tours did not appeal to us and they were...
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Traveled in July 2023
John
October 7th, 2019
5.0
Lorenzo was a fountain of knowledge when it came to the nature (which was 99% of the tour). Super interesting...
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Traveled in June 2019
Reply from: Nordic Unique Travels
Dear John, Thank you very much for leaving us such a positive review of your trip. It is also great to hear that Lorenzo guided you to your full satisfaction. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon in Finnish Lapland! All the best, Your Nordic Unique team
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Mehmet Tevfik
August 15th, 2019
3.0
This is a fail attempt to put together a tour... programming is poor... staff nice but incompetent, they don’t even...
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Traveled in August 2019
Reply from: Nordic Unique Travels
Dear Mehmet, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review of your tour, we greatly value your honest feedback and will use it as a learning opportunity to keep improving our services. Yet, on a side note, let me please highlight that our company caters to an international clientele. The vast majority of our customers is non-Finnish, being the reason why we prefer keeping the language on tour to English. This accommodates best most of our clients. I hope for your understanding and wish you all the best. Greetings from Lapland, Your Nordic Unique team
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Karen Joy
July 28th, 2019
5.0
Lorenzo was absolutely terrific!!! He is the best guide that we have ever had and we have traveled around the...
Lorenzo was absolutely terrific!!! He is the best guide that we have ever had and we have traveled around the world.Lorenzo provided us with fantastic opportunities to see the best of Lapland! We are so glad that we signed up for the bear watch tour!!! That was the highlight of our trip!! Getting to see Bugoynes, Norway was an opportunity to see a town where King crab is king. What a special trip that was! Enroute through Finland, we saw at least 75 reindeer- most shared the road with us. Lorenzo is a superb driver who spotted all wildlife far in advance. We even got to photograph a red fox!!! My mother was born in Tampere, Finland. After a trip with Lorenzo- I truly saw Finland- its beauty and its animals. I am indebted to Lorenzo!Show more
Traveled in July 2019
Reply from: Nordic Unique Travels
Hi Karen! Thank you very much for those kind words, it is great to hear that you had a fun time on tour. As you say, Lorenzo is terrific as a guide, one of our very best staff. Looking forward to welcoming you again very soon in Finnish Lapland! Best wishes, Your Nordic Unique team
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