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6 days - Short break in Finnish Lapland with all the essential elements of Nordic winter holiday.
Experience the magic of Finnish Lapland on a six-day winter escape that brings together the region’s most iconic moments. Based in cosy accommodation with full board, your days are filled with unforgettable Arctic experiences—from gliding through snowy forests on a husky sled and meeting reindeer, to riding a snowmobile across frozen landscapes and searching for the Northern Lights. There’s also time to slow down and enjoy local traditions like cross-country skiing and a classic Finnish sauna. Designed with short, beginner-friendly activities, this is an easy and immersive introduction to life in the far north, with the option to upgrade your stay for a more unique Arctic overnight experience.
As a Certified B Corporation, 50 Degrees North has designed this tour using handpicked local hoteliers and suppliers who share our ethos of delivering services and activities of high social and environmental standards.
The CO2-e per person per day of all tours is carefully measured following each season. We fully offset all emissions of our tours on your behalf, and we constantly look at ways to reduce emissions where possible.
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Arrival to Kittilä airport, transfer (approx. 1 hour) to Muonio, either Harriniva or Jeris. Accommodation in cosy double rooms or cabins. Dinner in the restaurant
After breakfast you have some free time to explore the local area. Then in the afternoon you will meet your guide and our happy huskies. After a guided tour of the husky farm and receiving driving and safety instructions, you will start the 5-6 km husky safari. 2 persons per sled with one driving, and a chance to swap drivers.
Breakfast will be enjoyed at the restaurant this morning. Begin your day with a visit to a traditional reindeer farm in the charming village of Torassieppi. Step back in time as you explore a 100-year-old Lappish farmhouse and a reindeer museum. Learn about the art of reindeer husbandry and try your hand at throwing a suopunki, the Lappish lasso. No visit is complete without a reindeer sleigh ride—test your driving skills on a scenic ride through the forest.
In the evening enjoy a walk through the snowy landscape to a cosy campfire spot far from light pollution, offering you the perfect chance to gaze at the Northern Lights in their full glory.
Dinner will be served at the restaurant this evening.
Breakfast in the hotel restaurant this morning. Then, meet your snowmobile guide, who will give you driving instructions and safety regulations. After that, you will start the safari. Venture into the frozen wilderness of Lapland on an exciting adventure that takes you through stunning snow-covered forests and across serene frozen lakes.
Dinner is served in the restaurant this evening.
Today, experience two activities that the Finns are famous for – skiing and sauna.
Finns are renowned for their skiing expertise, and now you can tap into your inner Finn! Learn the fundamentals of classic cross-country skiing, a great way to stay warm and active, even on the coldest days.
Sauna and Finland go hand in hand, and this tour will immerse you in the fascinating history of the Finnish sauna. Discover what sets a Finnish sauna apart, the proper etiquette, and how to enjoy a refreshing plunge into the ice-cold lake. By the end of the tour, you'll have a newfound appreciation for sauna culture, whether in a public or private setting.
Dinner is served at the restaurant tonight.
After a relaxed breakfast, enjoy some free time to unwind or book an optional activity. Following lunch, you will be transferred to Kittilä Airport for your flight.
All prices listed are per person in a shared double room in hotel accommodation. Extra supplements for cabin accommodation and upgrades to Riverside Cabin or Wilderness Suite.
ANIMAL WELFARE POLICY:
At 50 Degrees North, animal welfare is a top priority during all our itineraries and packages. We carefully select suppliers who adhere to strict animal welfare standards, ensuring that wildlife interactions are respectful and comply with local, national, and international regulations. We avoid offering excursions that involve captive wildlife, except where they are properly regulated, and all activities are designed to minimise disturbance to natural ecosystems. Our travellers are educated on responsible, including responsible animal interactions, through our 'Responsible Travel Tips' for travellers, and our guides are trained to lead by example, promoting ethical conduct towards both wild and domesticated animals. By prioritising animal welfare in every aspect of our journeys, we ensure that your travel experience is both enjoyable and ethically sound. Read our article on Animal Welfare to learn more.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Weather conditions may occasionally affect certain activities, and as a result, the schedule may be adjusted to ensure the best possible experience for all guests. For multi-activity stays, often the order of the activities will be confirmed locally on arrival. Activities might vary slightly in their duration or location due to the weather and local conditions. Any activities that are unable to be re-scheduled due to weather conditions, will be refunded as a general practice, as determined by the activity provider.
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