Winter Lapland with Northern lights

Husky safari

Prices from £1489
Period from January to April

Northern lights and wonderful snowy surroundings are just two good reasons to visit Finnish Lapland this winter. You can learn cross-country skiing, take a snowmobile or husky safari, visit a reindeer farm, visit an Amethyst mine or go ice-fishing.  The small village of Luosto, surrounded by the Pyhä-Luosto national park, offers wide variety of winter activities and relaxation possibilities with breathtaking scenery.    

Pyhä-Luosto area comprises of two fell resorts in the middle of Finnish Lapland, only 90 minutes from the Arctic Circle. Modern hotels, spa facilities, well groomed downhill and cross country ski slopes and tracks, outdoor fun and adventure can be combined with fine wine and cuisine. This eight-day activity package offers a varied daily programme with breakfast and dinner included. Season lasts from 2 January to 4 April. You can stay in a cosy log cabin, a Lappish-style lodge, or in an atmospheric hotel accommodation near all services and events, and still enjoy the peace and beauty of Lapland. 

Itinerary

Day 1, Sunday – Arrival in Lapland

Upon arrival to Rovaniemi airport, you will be transferred to Luosto resort by bus, where you will be greeted upon arrival to your accommodation. After check- in, you will receive an introduction to your active holiday week, including information on weekly excursions. You will also receive a map and a brochure of Luosto area.  Later in the evening you will enjoy dinner in your chosen accommodation. 

Day 2, Monday – Snowmobile safari

10.30 – 13.00 Your active week begins with a scenic snowmobile safari through the beautiful wintry landscapes. You will enjoy a camp fire stop with coffee and biscuits. Later on in the afternoon you can try optional excursions and go on an ice-fishing sledge tour or after dinner, opt for a snowshoe search for the Northern lights. 

Day 3, Tuesday – Reindeer farm

10.45 – 12.15 In the morning, you will get to visit a local reindeer farm. You will meet the local reindeer herders and hear their stories about the Lappish life and reindeer herding. After the visit you will enjoy a coffee break in a Lappish tent “kota” and get to earn yourself a reindeer driving licence as a souvenir. You can try optional extras, Aurora safari and visit to Aurora Kota later on in the evening.  

Day 4, Wednesday – Cross-country skiing school

9.30 – 11.30 On Wednesday you will learn all the basics of a cross-country skiing with a local instructor while enjoying the snowy and peaceful Lappish nature. After this morning exercise, you can choose optional excursions from snowmobile to husky safaris or try the snowshoe search for Northern lights in the evening.

Day 5, Thursday – Snowshoe hike

10.00-13.00 Snowshoe hike in the national park takes you among the ancient spruce forest in Luosto. During the trek you can enjoy the stillness of the nature and the beauty of the landscape. Small snacks will be served during the safari. In the afternoon you can join an optional reindeer safari. 

Day 6, Friday – Amethyst mine

13.30 – 15.30 On a Friday, guided tour to the Amethyst mine will reveal the secrets of this fascinating stone. In the mine, you will able to search for your own lucky stone to take home with you. Transfers during this safari are completed by snowmobile drawn sleds. In the evening you can go for a snowshoe hike in search of the Northern lights.

Day 7, Saturday – Day at leisure

After an active week in the winter wonderland, you can relax, try downhill skiing, visit the local Lappish shops and the spa. Alternatively, you can continue your action packed week with an optional snowmobile safari to the reindeer park in the morning or try ice-fishing during the afternoon.

Day 8, Sunday – Departure

After breakfast, check out from your accommodation and departure towards Rovaniemi for your flight back to the UK.

Prices

From Heathrow:

from £1489 / adult (two sharing), £799 / child (4-12 years, when sharing a room with two adults)

Manchester:

 from £1519 / adult (two sharing), £819 / child (4-12 years, when sharing a room with two adults)  

Price includes

• Scheduled return flights from London Heathrow or Manchester to Rovaniemi
• Bus transfers from/to Rovaniemi airport
• Accommodation in twin/double room in Aurora Chalet, Scandic Luosto or in Metsä-Luosto lodge
• Half-board at the accommodation
• Winter equipment for the entire stay (thermal overalls, socks, shoes, gloves, baclava and helmets)
• Daily programme and activities as described  

 Not included: Optional daily excursions (pdf)

Travel insurance

Travel insurance is not included in your holiday cost. It is strongly recommended that insurance be taken out to protect you and your group against any unforeseen insurable events.