Overview
Discover the charm of Helsinki through self-exploration and a day trip to Tallinn, Estonia, before heading to the magical Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus. Witness the breathtaking Northern Lights on guided night tours and indulge in thrilling Arctic adventures like Ice Breaker Cruises, Husky Safaris, and Snowmobile Rides. Experience a unique stay in an Igloo Hotel, immersing yourself in the serene Arctic landscape. For those seeking more, optional experiences like a traditional Sauna & Ice Swimming or a visit to Ranua Zoo add to the enchantment of this unforgettable journey.
Highlights
- Explore Helsinki and take a day trip to Tallinn with private transfers
- Northern Lights Hunting Tours in Rovaniemi
- Full-Day Ice Breaker Cruise experience
- Visit the iconic Santa Claus Village
- Husky Safari & Snowmobile Ride with Northern Lights Experience
- Stay in a Glass Igloo Hotel, enjoying the Arctic sky
- Optional Sauna & Ice Swimming Experience or Ranua Zoo visit
Itinerary
- Arrive in Helsinki and check in to your hotel.
- Explore the city at your own pace, visiting Senate Square, Market Square, and Temppeliaukio Church.
- Overnight stay in Helsinki.
- Board a ferry to Tallinn (included in package).
- Explore Tallinn’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Visit Toompea Castle, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and Town Hall Square.
- Return to Helsinki by evening.
- Overnight stay in Helsinki.
- Take a morning flight to Rovaniemi.
- Check-in and relax before an Evening Northern Lights Tour.
- Overnight stay in Rovaniemi.
- Depart for a full-day Ice Breaker Cruise.
- Experience ice floating in survival suits.
- Return to Rovaniemi in the evening.
- Overnight stay in Rovaniemi.
- Visit the Santa Claus Village, cross the Arctic Circle, and meet Santa.
- Enjoy a 1-hour Husky Ride Safari.
- Evening Snowmobile Ride & Northern Lights Hunting.
- Overnight stay in Rovaniemi
- Choose between:
- Ranua Zoo Visit (largest wildlife park in Finland)
- Traditional Finnish Sauna & Ice Swimming Experience.
- Evening free to relax.
- Overnight stay in Rovaniemi
- Shift to a Glass Igloo Hotel in Rovaniemi.
- Relax and admire the Arctic night sky.
- Overnight stay in the Igloo Hotel
- Check out and transfer to Rovaniemi Airport.
- Fly back home
Cost
The Cost Includes
- 2 Nights in Helsinki (Hotel with Breakfast)
- 4 Nights in Rovaniemi (Hotel with Breakfast)
- 1 Night in an Rovaniemi Igloo Hotel
- Ferry tickets for Tallinn with private transfers
- Northern Lights Tours & Snowmobile Ride
- Full-Day Ice Breaker Cruise
- Husky Safari & Santa Claus Village Visit
- Airport Transfers & Domestic Flight to Rovaniemi
The Cost Excludes
- International Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Meals other than breakfast
- Personal expenses & shopping
- Additional optional activities
- Schengen Visa charges & local city/tourist tax
- Early check-in & late check-out charges
FAQs
Yes, both cities have excellent public transport and pedestrian-friendly areas
The best time is from September to March when the nights are longer and darker
No, but you must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driver’s license
Wear thermal layers, waterproof jackets, gloves, and sturdy winter boots
Yes, Helsinki and Rovaniemi offer vegetarian & Indian cuisine options
Finland uses Type F sockets, and a universal adapter is recommended
Finland is 3.5 hours behind India
Yes, Indian travelers require a Schengen visa to visit Finland. The visa fee is approximately approx INR 11,000, plus service charges. Traveller has to visit Visa Center for Biometrics Document submission
Self-driving is an option, but guided tours & taxis are available
Visibility depends on weather and solar activity, so sightings are not guaranteed
Yes, it is done under professional supervision with proper guidance
Yes, but children will ride as passengers in sleds driven by guides
Popular items include reindeer hide products, Arctic berry jams, Finnish chocolates, and Moomin merchandise
Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up the bill in restaurants is appreciated.