Ice Breaker & Rovaniemi

Start your winter adventure in Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Travel by overnight train to Kemi in Finnish Lapland and join a thrilling icebreaker cruise. Visit the SnowCastle area before travelling to Santa Claus' hometown Rovaniemi next to the Arctic Circle. Optional Glass Igloo stays.

Duration

6+ days

Transportation

Train

Season

Winter

Tour Type

Self guided

This tour is currently not bookable online. Please send an enquiry for further information.
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Tour category

Original Sokos Hotel Albert

Silver

Accommodation at good tourist class hotels equal to 3 stars according to Scandinavian standard.

Inside cabin included during overnight cruises.

See Silver accommodation

Sokos Hotel Presidentti

Gold

Accommodation at 4 star hotels or at unique properties, like historic hotels or manor houses, selected for their atmosphere.

Outside (seaside) cabin included during overnight cruises.

See Gold accommodation

Services included: 

  • 4 nights hotel accommodation in a standard room with private shower/WC, including breakfast.
  • Overnight train from Helsinki to Kemi (private sleeping compartment, private facilities).
  • Bus transfer Kemi - SnowCastle area - Sampo Ice Breaker - Kemi.
  • Entrance to the SnowExperience365 and the winter activity park. 
  • Sampo Icebreaker cruise, 4 hrs (including welcome drink, lunch onboard, ice floating, guided tour and a diploma)
  • Train from Kemi to Rovaniemi.
  • 2 dinners at Santa's Hotel Santa Claus in Rovaniemi for overnights in December only (category SILVER only).
  • Electronic travel documentation, including a detailed travel itinerary and travel vouchers.
  • 24/7 emergency phone service while travelling.
  • Additional services included for Tour Category GOLD only:
  • 1 night in a Seaside Glass Villa Premium at the SnowCastle Resort with private shower/WC, including breakfast.
  • Shared transfer from Rovaniemi train station to Vaattunki Wilderness Resort.
  • 2 nights in a Panorama Hut at Vaattunki Wilderness Resort with private shower/WC, including breakfast.
  • 2 x dinner at Vaattunki Wilderness Resort (Festive dinner included if staying on December 24+25+31).
  • Shared transfer from Vaattunki Wilderness Resort to Rovaniemi Airport.

Please note special conditions during Christmas: 

Please note that full non-refundable payment is due on August 12 for stays between December 12 and January 04 at Vaattunki Wilderness ResortPlease refer to our terms and conditions for details regarding cancellation. 

Mandatory Festive Dinner on December 24, 25 and 31 at Vaattunki Wilderness Resort: please note that a supplement of EUR 60,- per adult and EUR 30 per child (4-12 years) applies per dinner. 

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