Tour Finland Road Trip: To The Northern Lights In The Glass Villa

Accommodation

Overnight stays in accommodation of your choice: 1 night in Helsinki 1 night on the night train from Helsinki to Oulu 2 nights in Kuusamo in the Glass Villa 2 nights in Rovaniemi 1 night in Oulu

Flights

Scheduled flights to Helsinki and back from Oulu (transfer possible)

Transport

Rental car of the selected vehicle class on days 3 to 8 with unlimited free kilometers Rental car package with fully comprehensive cover and refundable excess

Meals

Catering depending on selected accommodation

Others

Checked baggage and hand baggage as specified by the selected airline Air traffic tax, airport and flight security fees Rental car of the selected vehicle class from day 3-8 Rental car package with unlimited free mileage, fully comprehensive and theft protection 24-hour emergency hotline during the entire trip Travel insurance certificate for package tours

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Optional

Guide

Others

Tour guide Visa fees Local taxes and fees Costs for optional excursions and entrance fees Fuel, parking and toll fees as well as fines for possible traffic violations Refundable deposit to be paid on site by the driver’s credit card

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Day 1 Day 1: Hei, Helsinki: City Strolls The Finnish Way
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Hei, Helsinki: City Strolls The Finnish Way

Winter feeling in Finland - just the thought of the snow-covered forests of Lapland with the Northern Lights dancing in the night sky will give you goosebumps! Good news: the wait for this unique adventure is finally over! So let’s get on the plane that will take you to the capital city first. Hello Helsinki! The plane touches down, you step onto Finnish soil and make your way to your accommodation.
As soon as you’ve dropped off your suitcases, you’re ready for a city adventure. Must see: Senate Square and the cathedral, which towers majestically over the city. You are impressed by the large dome and the snow-white columns. No less impressive: the Uspenski Cathedral. Be sure to take a look inside, as the elaborate ceiling paintings are sure to impress! And then? Treat yourself to a break in Helsinki’s green oasis Esplandi or end the day with a drink in the Design District.
Day 2 Day 2: Polar Train: On Rails Through The Night!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Polar Train: On Rails Through The Night!

Nature feeling in the middle of the city? No problem in Helsinki! Kaivopuisto, right by the water, is the perfect spot for this. From the granite hills, you have a great view over the archipelago to the fortress island of Suomenlinna. The "Finn Castle" looks impressive even from afar! Would you like to see it up close? Then you can reach the UNESCO World Heritage Site by ferry (optional, payable on site) from the east side of the market square and be there within 15 minutes. Stomach growling? Quickly to the market hall! The Old Market Hall offers everything a foodie’s heart desires: from local to international dishes, fresh seafood, but also sweets and baked goods, you can try everything!
No matter how you’ve spent the day so far, it’s about to get adventurous! Where are we going? To the train station, where the night train to Oulu is coming to a halt. You make yourself comfortable in your private sleeping compartment - and if the midnight sun allows it, your gaze remains glued to the window pane for quite a while as the dreamlike nature of Finland passes you by. One last time you dream of adventures in the Arctic Circle before they come true in just a few hours. Sweet dreams!
Day 3 Day 3: Winter Magic: In The Glass Villa Under The Northern Lights!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Winter Magic: In The Glass Villa Under The Northern Lights!

You rub your eyes sleepily, while the tracks still rattle beneath you. A glance at the endless expanse of Finland tells you that your destination is not far away. Next stop: Oulu! Ready for a road trip? A short detour to Oulu airport - pick up your rental car, straighten your rear-view mirror and off you go! Finland’s rugged wilderness with its dense forests will take your breath away after just a few minutes.
And the next highlight is already waiting for you: you are spending the night in a glass villa! The walls all around and even the roof are made entirely of glass. You could hardly be closer to nature! Are you going to stay the night or would you rather explore nature outside?
Whichever you choose, at the end of the day you’ll be lying in bed with a big grin on your face while the stars twinkle above you and, with a bit of luck, the Northern Lights will turn the night sky into a spectacular play of colors! Can’t take your eyes off it? Fortunately, you don’t have to!
Day 4 Day 4: Ou Là Là Oulanka: Of Bears, Ice Rivers &Amp; Suspension Bridges
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Ou Là Là Oulanka: Of Bears, Ice Rivers &Amp; Suspension Bridges

Can’t wait to immerse yourself in the wild nature that you are so close to in your glass villa? Perfect! Because a real must-do awaits you in the middle of the wilderness: following in the footsteps of brown bears! What sounds dangerous turns out to be a wonderful trekking route in Oulanka National Park (optional, entrance fee payable on site). You cross rivers on suspension bridges, follow the roar of the waterfalls as they plunge dramatically into the depths and hike through canyon-like expanses and dense forests to crystal-clear lakes. Alternatively, you can get into a kayak and paddle through the wilderness on the rivers and lakes. And if you want even more action, get your adrenaline pumping with wild water rafting on the rapids of the Oulankajoki River (optional, payable locally).
Day 5 Day 5: Arctic Adventures: At The Gateway To The North In Rovaniemi!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Arctic Adventures: At The Gateway To The North In Rovaniemi!

Did you get a wink of sleep or spend the whole night watching the magical natural spectacles? Whether you’ve had a good night’s sleep or not - your anticipation for the next adventure knows no bounds! So hop in the rental car and head to Rovaniemi. A stop in Kemijärvi: a must! The town lies in the middle of the Lappish lake landscape and from the Kotavaara lookout tower you can enjoy the most beautiful view of the deep blue lakes reflecting the trees. You would love to stay here forever, but Rovaniemi is already waiting.
Lapland’s capital welcomes you in its white dress - and perhaps even with the magical Northern Lights in the sky, bathing the city in a soft green glow. Your camera is quickly whipped out - one way or another, the city must be immortalized in your souvenir album! And there are plenty of beautiful spots here at the gateway to the north: whether it’s the Jätkänkynttilä Bridge, Ounaskoski Beach or the Arctic Garden - the auroras make for the perfect snapshot without any filters!
Day 6 Day 6: Naughty Or Nice: A Guest Of Santa Claus!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Naughty Or Nice: A Guest Of Santa Claus!

Today is the perfect day to immerse yourself in life in the Arctic Circle. And there’s no better place to do this than in the Arctic (optional, payable locally). Here you can find out all about Sámi life in the Arctic - and if you’ve always wondered how the Northern Lights are actually created, you’ll find the answer here too. By the way, Rovaniemi has a very famous resident: Santa Claus! Santa Claus Village is just a stone’s throw away and a must-see for all Christmas fans, as Christmas is here 365 days a year. Meet Santa Claus himself and take a look at the workshops where his elves go about their daily work. Sounds unbelievable? But it’s true!
Day 7 Day 7: Innovation Meets Tradition: Icebreaker &Amp; Mee(H)R In Oulu!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Innovation Meets Tradition: Icebreaker &Amp; Mee(H)R In Oulu!

With a heavy heart, you take a seat behind the wheel of your rental car today and say goodbye to Rovaniemi. As the capital of Lapland gets smaller and smaller in the rear-view mirror, you wave to your new favorite spot and finally look ahead: it’s off to Oulu! But not without a stop in Kemi: the pretty harbor town on the Gulf of Bothnia not only has a great promenade to offer, but also a real highlight with Sampo! What’s it all about? Sampo is an icebreaker anchored in the harbor - a ship you don’t see every day! Icebreaker cruises are even possible in winter! Had enough fresh air? Then it’s time to move on.
Once you’ve arrived in Oulu, you’re ready for another adventure! Are you drawn to one of the many museums or would you rather discover nature? A real action-packed program awaits you on a hike along the Koitelinkoski rapids, while the clocks tick slower on the long beach of Nallikari. An island hop on the ferry to Hailuoto takes you to a true natural paradise (optional, payable locally).
Day 8 Day 8: All Good Things Come To An End: Hyvästi, Lappi!
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: All Good Things Come To An End: Hyvästi, Lappi!

Today it’s time to say goodbye - to Lapland and the magical winter wonderland. Shake the last remnants of snow off your clothes before you set off on your journey home with a heavy heart. You take one last look at the snow-covered forest around you, certain that this will not be your last adventure in the Finnish north. On the plane, you look at the countless pictures on your camera, review your experiences and can hardly wait to tell your loved ones about them.

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Finland Road Trip: To The Northern Lights In The Glass Villa

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Itinerary of your trip Finland Road Trip: To The Northern Lights In The Glass Villa

Day 1: Hei, Helsinki: City Strolls The Finnish Way

Day 2: Polar Train: On Rails Through The Night!

Day 3: Winter Magic: In The Glass Villa Under The Northern Lights!

Day 4: Ou Là Là Oulanka: Of Bears, Ice Rivers &Amp; Suspension Bridges

Day 5: Arctic Adventures: At The Gateway To The North In Rovaniemi!

Day 6: Naughty Or Nice: A Guest Of Santa Claus!

Day 7: Innovation Meets Tradition: Icebreaker &Amp; Mee(H)R In Oulu!

Day 8: All Good Things Come To An End: Hyvästi, Lappi!

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