Lake Inari and the Northern Lights in Finnish Lapland
Winter in Finnish Lapland brings with it polar nights and the elusive aurora borealis. The village of Inari perched on the edge of the Lake Inari is the setting for a winter experience deep in Finnish Lapland.
The price starts at £425 per person excluding flights to Ivalo.
Helsinki can be reached by train and ferry from the UK. This overland journey via Brussels, Cologne, Hamburg and Rostock takes just under two days. See Train and Ferry from London to Helsinki for more details, including a step by step guide.
Details of Lake Inari and Northern Lights Trip
Lake Inari has been the lifeblood of the Sami people for many centuries. Between November and May the sacred islands can be reached on foot on top of the ice. You’ll also find herds of reindeer wandering the fells and forests surrounding the village. This trip can be tailor made to suit you and include activities.
You’ll enjoy the comfort of a family run hotel in the village overlooking the River Juutua, home to the kyeli, or ‘white fish’ which features on the hotel’s locally-inspired menu. Your modern-furnished superior room includes a private sauna and balcony with river views. This holiday is tailor made to suit your preferred activities and budget. Please enquire with us for an exact price and details of flights to Finland.
Day 1 Arrive in Ivalo. Transfer to your hotel which overlooks the River Juutua. Enjoy a sauna before dinner in the hotel’s restaurant. Before retiring to bed, dress up warm and wait to see if the Northern Lights appear in the night sky.
Day 2 Spend the morning getting to know a pack of husky dogs and learning about these Arctic creatures. The dogs will also pull you on a sled. In the afternoon explore the Siida Museum giving you an insight into the local Sami people and Arctic nature. In the evening, learn more about the Northern Lights as you go searching for them with your guide on snow shoes.
Day 3 Have the day at your own pace or enjoy an activity such as a visit to a local reindeer farm or take a guided cross-country skiing session. We can also organise a second Northern Lights excursion.
Day 4 Return to the airport for your flight home.
What price includes
- 3 night's half board accommodation
- dog-sledding trip
- snow shoeing in search of the Lights
- airport transfers
Location
Plan your journey by train
Meeting point:
Ivalo Airport
Rovaniemi
Transfer to meeting point:
Guests make their own way to meeting point
You can take an overnight train to Rovaniemi from Helsinki and then a bus to Inari.
How to get there:
Train and ferry from London to Ivalo (via Helsinki)
Plan your journey by train
Finish point:
Ivalo Airport
Rovaniemi
Transfer to finish point:
Guests make their own way to station
You can take a bus from Inari to Rovaniemi, followed by an overnight train to Helsinki
How to get back:
Train and ferry from Ivalo to London (via Helsinki)
