Itinerary
- Day 1
North Karelia
You'll arrive at your guesthouse in North Karelia and get settled in for the week. Once you're comfortable in your space, there's a welcome dinner waiting with views of the peaceful winter surroundings. It's a nice way to start the trip and meet the area.
- Start point
- Kuopio, North Savo, Finland (Kuopio Airport)
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner
- Day 2
North Karelia
This morning kicks off your skiing with beginner ski school if that's your level, or you can join a 15 km ski tour if you've got more experience. After skiing, you'll grab lunch and have free time to try other outdoor activities on the property. Later, you'll head to the sauna to warm up, then enjoy dinner back at the guesthouse featuring local flavors.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner (Local menu showcasing the best flavors of the region)
Included Activities
- Ski school for beginners
- 15 km ski tour on guesthouse track (for experienced skiers)
- Lunch
- Sauna access
- Guesthouse dinner
Optional Activities
- Other outdoor activities during free time
- Day 3
Vatimo
You're heading out to Vatimo village where the trails are well-maintained and the terrain stays easy for most abilities. Runs range from 2.8 to 8 km, so beginners can go at their own pace while more experienced skiers take the longer options. Lunch happens at a lean-to shelter on the shore where there's a picnic by an open fire, and if you want, there's an optional swim in the open water. Back at the guesthouse, you'll relax in the sauna and have dinner.
- Meals
- Lunch (Picnic lunch by open fire), Dinner (Forest-inspired menu offering authentic flavors from the local forest)
Included Activities
- Skiing on Vatimo village trails (2.8-8 km)
- Picnic lunch by open fire
- Sauna access
- Guesthouse dinner
Optional Activities
- Open-air swimming on the shore
Landmarks Vatimo village 
- Day 4
Laitala
Laitala's ski track takes you through quiet landscapes where you choose your distance up to 15 km based on how you're feeling. There's a hut for your picnic lunch, then the evening is yours for sauna and hot tub time. Dinner features a special Lapland menu at the guesthouse.
- Meals
- Lunch (Picnic lunch in hut), Dinner (Special Lapland menu offering authentic flavors from the northern regions of Finland)
Included Activities
- Skiing on Laitala track (up to 15 km)
- Picnic lunch in hut
- Sauna access
- Hot tub access
- Guesthouse dinner
- Day 5
Koli National Park
A guide leads you through Koli National Park on snowshoes, walking the untouched winter landscape there. After that, the Ukko Nature Center gives you a look at what the area is all about. Lunch comes first, then you can explore the village of Koli during free time. If downhill skiing interests you, equipment's available to rent on site for independent runs. Evening brings you back for sauna and dinner.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch in Koli), Dinner (Lake-inspired menu offering authentic flavors from the local lakes)
Included Activities
- Guided snowshoe hike through Koli National Park
- Visit to Ukko Nature Center
- Lunch in Koli
- Sauna access
- Guesthouse dinner
Optional Activities
- Downhill skiing independently at Koli (equipment rental available)
Landmarks Koli National Park Ukko Nature Center - Day 6
Haikola House - Bomba
You'll ski a 10 km route to Haikola House on flat, easy terrain that anyone can handle. Outside, there's a picnic with an open fire lunch. More experienced skiers have the option to ski back to Bomba village rather than getting a ride. After skiing, the Karelian spa in Bomba is your next stop before returning to the guesthouse for dinner.
- Meals
- Lunch (Picnic outside by open fire), Dinner (Taste of Finland menu giving a taste of Finnish culinary tradition)
Included Activities
- 10 km ski trip to Haikola House (flat and easy)
- Picnic outside by open fire
- Karelian spa visit in Bomba
- Guesthouse dinner
Optional Activities
- Return ski to starting point in Bomba village (for experienced skiers)
Landmarks Bomba village Karelian spa - Day 7
Nurmes
This day introduces you to a unique Finnish experience - sliding snowshoes through the forest. It works for all skill levels since it's a different technique than regular skiing. You'll have lunch at the guesthouse, then later head into the charming town of Nurmes where you've got free time to walk around and do some shopping. Back at the guesthouse, you'll relax in the sauna before the farewell dinner.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at guesthouse), Dinner (Farewell dinner with Karelian delicacies)
Included Activities
- Forest skiing on sliding snowshoes
- Lunch at guesthouse
- Sauna access
- Farewell dinner
Optional Activities
- Free time and shopping in Nurmes
Landmarks Nurmes - Day 8
Departure
It's time to head out with memories of snow-covered trails and the Finnish winter landscape fresh in your mind. The week leaves you with plenty of stories from the snow, the quiet forests, and all those saunas.
