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Stay · Trafalgar Tours · 5 nights

Finland Beneath the Northern Lights

  • Internal flights and Arctic road transfers included
  • Guided Northern Lights hunt and Aurora Borealis presentation
  • Immersive cultural experiences like a Be My Guest visit
From
$8,237 pp twin share
5 nights
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Departs 7 November 2027 Returns 24 March 2028
Duration5 nights
OperatorTrafalgar Tours
StyleStay
HighlightChase the Northern Lights, sleep beneath the Arctic sky and experience Finland from Helsinki to the snowy wilderness of Lapland
Witness the Aurora Borealis and learn the science behind it. Husky sledding, reindeer safari, and visit to Santa's Home. Stay in a glass igloo surrounded by snow and pine forest

Chase the Northern Lights, sleep beneath the Arctic sky and experience Finland from Helsinki to the snowy wilderness of Lapland. This winter journey pairs the capital’s harbourfront sights and rock-cut Temppeliaukio Church with husky sledding, a reindeer safari, Santa’s Home and time at Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort. You’ll learn the science and stories behind the aurora, head out with a Local Specialist in search of the lights and stay in a glass igloo surrounded by snow and pine forest.

When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
7 November 2027
Returns 24 March 2028
Returns
24 March 2028
Duration
5 nights
From pp twin share
$8,237 pp
  • 07 Nov 2027 - 12 Nov 2027
    from $8,237 pp twin share *
  • 14 Nov 2027 - 19 Nov 2027
    from $8,307 pp twin share *
  • 21 Nov 2027 - 26 Nov 2027
    from $8,237 pp twin share *
  • 28 Nov 2027 - 03 Dec 2027
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 05 Dec 2027 - 10 Dec 2027
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 12 Dec 2027 - 17 Dec 2027
    from $8,637 pp twin share *
  • 19 Dec 2027 - 24 Dec 2027
    from $8,762 pp twin share *
  • 23 Dec 2027 - 28 Dec 2027
    from $9,507 pp twin share *
  • 02 Jan 2028 - 07 Jan 2028
    from $8,762 pp twin share *
  • 09 Jan 2028 - 14 Jan 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 16 Jan 2028 - 21 Jan 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 23 Jan 2028 - 28 Jan 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 30 Jan 2028 - 04 Feb 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 06 Feb 2028 - 11 Feb 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 13 Feb 2028 - 18 Feb 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 20 Feb 2028 - 25 Feb 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 27 Feb 2028 - 03 Mar 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 05 Mar 2028 - 10 Mar 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 12 Mar 2028 - 17 Mar 2028
    from $8,507 pp twin share *
  • 19 Mar 2028 - 24 Mar 2028
    from $8,237 pp twin share *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Welcome to Helsinki

    Helsinki gets straight to the point: sea-facing streets, clean design and one of Europe’s most unusual churches. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers, then follow an orientation of Finland’s capital that takes in Senate Square, the cathedral, the waterfront and market area. Visit Temppeliaukio Church, built into solid rock and topped with a copper-lined dome, a bold piece of Finnish architecture. Return to the hotel for small bites and get to know your fellow travellers and Travel Director over a drink.

  2. 2

    Fly to the Arctic Circle and Witness the Aurora

    Fly north from Helsinki to Ivalo, gateway to Finnish Lapland, and continue to Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, tucked deep in the Arctic wilderness. Settle into your surroundings before heading to the resort’s planetarium for a Northern Lights presentation, learning the science and stories behind the aurora borealis. Later, gather at the hotel for dinner, before you join your Travel Director for an Aurora hunt, heading into the Arctic darkness to watch the sky for shifting colour above the snow and open northern landscape.

  3. 3

    See Lapland’s Famous Residents

    Dive into Culture on a husky safari, learning how to guide your own sled team through the snow in the Finnish wilderness. With the dogs ready to run and the trail stretching ahead, you’ll take the reins for a classic Lapland experience. The rest of the day is free to relax at Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort or choose from guided Optional Experiences, including cross-country skiing, a horseback riding trail or ice karting. Later, visit Santa’s Home and meet Santa himself before gathering at the hotel for dinner. Keep watch again for the Northern Lights over the Arctic sky.

  4. 4

    Spend the Night in a Glass Igloo

    Meet the reindeer of Finnish Lapland on a reindeer safari, learning about Sámi traditions and the role these animals have played in Arctic life before taking a sleigh ride through the snow. Near Ivalo, join local hosts Kati and Juha in their home for your Be My Guest experience. You’ll try tasty family recipes, learn about life in Lapland and even get stuck into some crafting. The afternoon is yours at Kakslauttanen. Walk the snowy resort paths, relax in the quiet of the forest or choose an Optional Experience, from snowmobiling across frozen trails to ice fishing. Check into your glass igloo for your Stays with Stories experience, with the curved glass roof framing the Arctic sky above your room.

  5. 5

    From Snowy Lapland to City Lights in Helsinki

    Say goodbye to Lapland and fly south to Helsinki, swapping Arctic wilderness for Finland’s capital. With time at leisure, perhaps head back out into the city for a final look at the waterfront. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner, raising a glass to your Arctic adventure from Helsinki to the snowy landscapes of Finnish Lapland.

  6. 6

    Farewell Finland

    Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before saying goodbye to your Travel Director and fellow travellers. Leave Helsinki with memories of rock-cut architecture, Arctic skies, husky trails, reindeer sleighs and nights spent watching for the Northern Lights.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • Internal flights between Helsinki and Ivalo, plus Arctic road transfers through Lapland.
  • Day 1 highlights Welcome to Helsinki: Helsinki gets straight to the point: sea-facing streets, clean design and one of Europe’s most unusual churches. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers, then follow an orientation of Finland’s capital that takes in Senate Square, the cathedral, the waterfront and market area. Visit Temppeliaukio Church, built into solid rock and topped with a copper-lined dome, a bold piece of Finnish architecture. Return to the hotel for small bites and get to know your fellow travellers and Travel Director over a drink.
  • Day 2 highlights Fly to the Arctic Circle and Witness the Aurora: Fly north from Helsinki to Ivalo, gateway to Finnish Lapland, and continue to Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, tucked deep in the Arctic wilderness. Settle into your surroundings before heading to the resort’s planetarium for a Northern Lights presentation, learning the science and stories behind the aurora borealis. Later, gather at the hotel for dinner, before you join your Travel Director for an Aurora hunt, heading into the Arctic darkness to watch the sky for shifting colour above the snow and open northern landscape.
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

  • Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort (Chalet – East Village)
  • Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort (Glass Igloo – East Village)
  • Original Sokos Hotel Presidentti
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 6 days and 5 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 07 Nov 2027 and 24 Mar 2028, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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