9D Arctic Circle Adventure With Norway from Chan's World Holidays

Highlights:

Helsinki City Tour
Husky Dog Ride
Reindeer Farm Visit with Sleigh Ride
Snowmobile Safari
Overnight in a Unique Glass Igloo at Saariselka
Visit Santa Claus Village with Arctic Crossing
Rauna Arctic Zoo
Northern Light Viewing Onboard Aurora Express Coach
King Crab Safaris at Kirkenes - Norway

9D Arctic Circle Adventure With Norway

SINGAPORE - HELSINKI

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Helsinki - Finland.

HELSINKI - IVALO - KIRKENES (BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER)

Upon arrival at Helsinki continue with your domestic flight to Ivalo, followed by enjoy a scenic drive|through the snowy land alongside Lake Inari to the border of Norway. Arrival at the the small town of|Kirkenes located north east in Northern Norway, close to the Russian border. This tiny Arctic town, in the|middle of the Northern Lights zone is an ideal destination for hunting the Northern Lights. With no mass|tourism, Kirkenes is truly a quiet and peaceful destination, offering you a unique feeling of closeness to|the amazing Arctic. Tonight, board the Aurora Express Coach and towards the Russian boarder to view|the Northern Lights!*

KIRKENES - IVALO - SAARISELKA (BREAKFAST/KING CRAB LUNCH/DINNER)

A totally unforgettable experience awaits you on the frozen fjords of Kirkenes! This is your chance to learn|how to catch, cook, and most importantly feast on this mysterious creature. In this ultimate King crab|fishing experience, you will be taken by snowmobile sledge* out on the fjord ice. Here you will take part|in the entire experience of catching the giant, seeing how it is prepared and served the Norwegian way.|After this, sit back and enjoy the drive through the snowy wonderland as you head back to Finland.|Tonight you will stay in a unique glass igloo hotel. If the weather is perfect, you may have the chance to|witness the *Aurora from the comfort of the glass igloo! Later in the evening, more adventure awaits you|as you embark on a snowmobile ride through the snowy wonderland.|*Snowmobile sledge will be placed by boat in the event of bad weather|*Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon that is weather permitting

SAARISELKA - ROVANIEMI (BREAKFAST/DINNER)

Depart from Saariselka and head towards Rovaniemi. Upon arrival, visit Santa Claus’ Village at the Arctic|Circle. You will receive a certificate of crossing after you cross the Arctic Circle. Next meet Santa Claus in|his lodge. There you can have your picture taken with Santa Claus and also shop for souvenir and|handicrafts. Don’t forget to fill in your post cards and have it send from Santa’s Post Office with the|special Arctic Circle stamp to your loved ones back home. Later, sit back and be led by a Reindeer|sleigh enjoying the snowy wonderland.

ROVANIEMI (BREAKFAST/DINNER)

Start your day with a visit to a zoo in the Arctic - Ranua Zoo! Here is where you can view arctic animals|like the Polar bears, lynxes, wolverines, otters and northern birds. Adventure awaits you as you embark on|a Husky Dog ride after receiving proper instructions on how to drive the sledge with these playful canines|through the fascinating arctic landscapes.

ROVANIEMI - HELSINKI (BREAKFAST)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Helsinki.|*In the event if the flight back to Helsinki is an early flight then the Helsinki city tour and lunch will be on|this day instead.

HELSINKI (BREAKFAST/LUNCH)

Embark on a city tour which includes a visit to the Senate Square, Helsinki’s administrative centre, the|University and its library, the White Cathedral, Senate Council and Sederholm House, which is the city’s|oldest stone building. Continue to Market Place, the coastal streets of Helsinki, and the residential and|diplomatic quarters of Kaivopuisto. View the outdoor sculpture, Sibelius Monument, created by Eila|Hiltunen in honour of composer, Jean Sibelius and visit Temppeliaukion Church which is constructed out|of solid rock. Then, admire the outstanding architectural design of Finlandia Hall of Congress, Concert|Centre and Post Office Mansion. After lunch, is free at leisure for you to explore the city.

HELSINKI - SINGAPORE (BREAKFAST)

After breakfast, free at leisure till you transfer to the airport for your flight home.

ARRIVE SINGAPORE

Agency: Chan's World Holidays

9D Arctic Circle Adventure With Norway

Agency: Chan's World Holidays

9D Arctic Circle Adventure With Norway

Agency: Chan's World Holidays