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7 nights from £850 per person
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Discover your own Lapland
The road takes you to the magnificent beauty of the fells… There’s no rush, no jams – just the feeling of adventure. Marvel at nightless sky and discover the beauty of Arctic summer in Finnish Lapland. The sun never sets at night during summer in the Arctic Circle or to the north of it. The 24-hour light is at its peak for almost two and a half months. In addition to constant light, you may find a herd of reindeer standing in the middle of the road! All the exoticism apart, motoring is safe in Lapland due to excellent road conditions and well marked roads.
On this flexible self drive tour you’ll get to make your own story. Start from the capital of Lapland, Rovaniemi and tailor make your adventure from there onwards!
This 8 days / 7 nights fly drive gives you the freedom of to discover Lapland at your own pace. We will give you ideas of what to see and experience along the journey, but there are many more attractions worth a visit and a detour. The choice is yours.
The different parts of Lapland are clearly distinct. The south and the west are maritime, they have rivers and rich flora. Central and eastern Lapland are known for their tree-covered fells. Northern Lapland is more barren, and only stunted deciduous trees and bushes grow above the tree limit. Time is a relative concept in Lapland. At best, the nightless night in the North can last up to two and a half months.
The best measure of time is day and your own body clock. The ever-shining sun in the summer is a good way to keep time, but once in Lapland, it is best to forget the rush. Take part in the adventure, Lapland is a place for re-generation. Venture into the rushing waters. Pamper your palette with pure tastes. Trek the fells and enjoy nature’s bounty. Give yourself the opportunity to discover the real Lapland.
PRICES & DATES
The price includes return flights to Rovaniemi via Helsinki, 7 nights accommodation in Lapland based on twin share, 7 breakfasts, car hire (VW Polo or similar group A car) for 7 days and river boat cruise in Rovaniemi. The itinerary can also start in Kittila or Ivalo. Please note that if you do not return to start point, one way fee on car hire applies.
Departures every day 16 June-17 September 2011.
Nightless nights in Rovaniemi last from approx 6 June to 7 July when the sun doesn't set at all. The further north you go, the longer the nightless nights last. In Ivalo they start around 22 May and last until 21 July.
ITINERARY
Day 1
Fly from London Heathrow to Rovaniemi via Helsinki on Finnair’s scheduled flight.
Overnight in the capital of Lapland, Rovaniemi. The city lies in the Arctic Circle surrounded by vast forests. Two rivers, River Kemijoki and Ounasjoki meet here and the town is best viewed from the river. Therefore we have included a river boat cruise in the tour.
Day 2 - 7
From here onwards the choice is yours!
Head to Levi where you can play golf under the midnight sun, not forgetting a multitude of adventure trips, cycling, and Nordic walking and the excursions in nature. Visit Yllas and its seven fells, which is a great place for relaxing or exploring the Nordic nature.
An absolute must is to visit the highest fell of Finland, Halti, in Kilpisjarvi. You can also make a day trip to the Three Borders Boundary Stone (the border stone of Finland, Sweden and Norway) either by foot or a boat.
Continue to northeast Lapland and to Saariselka, which is the largest fell highland of northern Europe. Saariselka is an idyllic Lappish village that gathers services and high quality activities in the surroundings. Here you can try gold panning as well!
Day 8
Return to Rovaniemi and drop off the car before flying home via Helsinki.
* Please note: this itinerary is a round trip Rovaniemi to Rovaniemi; however you can start the holiday in Ivalo or Kittila as well. You do not have to return from the same airport.
Hotel, Activity and Local Information
Lapland Hotels
The accommodation is booked in Lapland Hotels which are equivalent to 3* hotels. There are 9 hotels to choose from in various parts of Lapland.
Call our Reservations Team on 020 7838 5956 or click on the button right to send details of your enquiry online...
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