Winter from rovaniemi to ylläs (6 days)

Embark on a guided winter trip from Rovaniemi to Ylläs. Immerse yourself in the Arctic and enjoy a variety of activities along the way.

Route Info

Type: One-way or Round Trip (Private)
Departure: Rovaniemi or Kittilä
Arrival: Ylläs or Rovaniemi

Duration : 6 days, 5 nights
Transportation by Minivan
Distance : 400km

ITINERARY

Rovaniemi  – Pyhä Nat. Park -Ylläs  – Levi

Nights

Accommodation adapted to request

Level

Easy: this trip is accessible to everyone.

BEST SEASON

Available: November, January to April
Recommended : March

PRICING

*The standard price includes accommodation, transportation and guiding. Price may be affected by additionnal services such as selected activities, hotel range or the number of participants. Please contact us for precise quote.

From 1500€/pers

ITINERARY

This is our standard itinerary for this winter trip. If you would like to adapt the duration, the type of accommodation please contact us. This itinerary doesn’t include activities but you can choose from the non-exhaustive list below. Meals will depend on activities chosen. This trip can also be done with a starting point from Ylläs (Kittilä airport).

 DAY 1: ARRIVAL TO  ROVANIEMI

 

Private Transfer from Rovaniemi Airport

Your private guide will come and greet you directly at Rovaniemi airport/train station. You will be given a presentation of your schedule for the week, will be provided with professional winter clothing and boots, and will check with your guide other practical details and questions. Accommodation in a twin room with dinner in a hotel in the city centre of Rovaniemi.

Note: the program of this first day may be adapted depending on your flight/train arrival time. If you arrive early for example, you may book an activity to fill your day or evening: 

  • Visit on your own of Santa Claus Village or with a guided tour by Electric Fatbike
  • Hike to Korouoma Canyon and its frozen waterfalls
  • Visit of a Traditional Reindeer Farm
  • Visit of Santa Claus Village and Crossing the Arctic Circle
  • Husky safari 6 to 10 km
  • Visit Ranua Wildlife Park 
  • Finnish Legends and Tales evening

 DAY 2: ROVANIEMI TO PYHÄ – LUOSTO

 

On this day, you can choose one or two activity depending on the duration of the tour.

  • Visit on your own of Santa Claus Village or with a guided tour by Electric Fatbike
  • Hike to Korouoma Canyon and its frozen waterfalls
  • Visit of a Traditional Reindeer Farm
  • Visit of Santa Claus Village and Crossing the Arctic Circle by Electric Fatbike
  • Husky safari 6 to 10 km
  • Visit Ranua Wildlife Park
Overnight in Pyhä – Luosto National Park

You will end the day with a nice drive in the direction of the National Park of Pyhäluosto, that is known for its majestic old-growth pine forests. After a full day of activities, you may enjoy a good dinner and some relaxing free time at your accommodation.

Winter trip Rovaniemi Ylläs
Winter trip Rovaniemi Ylläs
Korouoma Canyon Frozen Waterfalls

DAY 3: PYHÄ – LUOSTO

You have the option to select one of the activities available for this day.

  • Snowshoeing or skiing Trip to Luosto Amethyst Mine
  • Gold panning experience in Tankavaara
  • Electric snowmobile safari
  • Ice-climbing

You will end the day with a nice drive in the direction of the National Park of Etä-Pallas and more precisely to our beautiful cottage at the beginning of the park. After a full day of activities, you may enjoy a good dinner and some relaxing free time in your private cottage with a sauna and a nice view on the river.

Snowmobile Saariselka

DAY 4: Ylläs – Levi

On this day, you can choose one or two activity depending on the duration of the tour and the timing. For example, you may choose an outdoor activity combined with the Northern Lights Tour in the evening. Note that the skiing activities can be done in Levi too.

  • Visit of the snowvillage of Ylläs
  • Full day Skiing / snowshoeing trip to the top of a “tunturi”
  • Visit of a Traditional Reindeer Farm
  • Private Northern Lights Tour
  • Possibility to do a 2 days adventure hike with altaï skis with an overnight in the wilderness.
  • E-fatbike Tour
  • Downhill skiing or snowboarding (independent)
  • Cross Country skiing (independent)

 

Snowshoeing adventure to the Amethyst Mine
Northern lights in Ivalo

DAY 5: Ylläs – Levi

On this day, you can choose one or two activity depending on the duration of the tour and the timing. For example, you may choose an outdoor activity combined with the Northern Lights Tour in the evening. Note that the skiing activities can be done in Levi too.

  • Visit of the snowvillage of Ylläs
  • Full day Skiing / snowshoeing trip to the top of a “tunturi”
  • Visit of a Traditional Reindeer Farm
  • E-fatbike Tour
  • Private Northern Lights Tour
  • Possibility to do a 2 days adventure hike with altaï skis with an overnight in the wilderness.
  • Downhill skiing (independent)
  • Cross Country skiing (independent)

DAY 6: DEPARTURE FROM KITTILÄ OR ROVANIEMI AIRPORT

 

Private Transfer to either Kittilä or Rovaniemi Airport

Transfer to the airport will be arranged based on your flight departure time so you can peacefully enjoy your last moments in the cottage or in Rovaniemi city. Our personal recommendation is to leave from Rovaniemi airport as there are more connections on a daily basis.

fatbike trip adventure pzhä luosto amethyst mine
Winter trip Rovaniemi Ylläs

INFORMATION

INCLUDED

Activity
  • The chosen ones.
Accommodation 
  • The chosen ones.
Others Services
  • Personal guide
  • Airport transfers x2
  • Winter overalls and boots
  • Transportation
  • All equipment and gear for activities
  • All taxes & handling fee

 

NOT INCLUDED

  • Flight tickets
  • Gratuities

 

PLEASE NOTE

We recommend to book in advance, as availability may be limited in peak seasons.

Transportation and most of the activities are private. Participants will be led by their own private professional guide during the whole trip.

A minimum of 2 adult participants is required for the trip to operate. The maximum capacity is 6 people for comfort reasons. For larger groups, please contact us and we can discuss a specific package.

Child rate applies from 5 to 12 years old. Because of long distance trips and the rough winter conditions in Lapland, we do not recommend to bring infants aged less than 5 years old.

Private transportation by minivan. One luggage and handbag per person allowed.

For snowmobile safari, a valid driving license (for cars) is required if you wish to drive the snowmobile. The safari is twin driving, you are 2 participants on one snowmobile (1 driver, 1 passenger). Solo driving (1 per snowmobile) may be possible at extra costs.

You will be provided with professional Winter overalls and boots if needed. However,  please dress appropriately with warm inner clothes, two pairs of socks, gloves and hats.

 

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 20% if booking is cancelled 61 days or more before departure;
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 60 days or less before departure.

BOOK THIS TRIP

HOW TO BOOK

Please send us a booking request. Our team will check availability for your dates and will send you a quote with payment instructions.

 

PAYMENT

Payment by bank transfer and credit card are accepted.
An immediate 30% deposit payment is required to confirm the booking. Payment of the remaining 70% is required at least one month before departure.

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