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    Lapland – Arctic 66

    Finland · Finnish Lapland, north of the Arctic Circle

    Europe

    Duration

    8 days

    Price per person

    $4,290 / pers.

    Intensity

    Medium

    Sessions

    1 date

    Overview

    8-day winter journey across Finnish Lapland, north of the 66th parallel: snowshoe walks across frozen lakes and boreal forest, nights in heated wilderness cabins with wood stoves, and real stretches of Arctic silence far from any town. This isn't a tourist package built around huskies and Santa's village — it's a genuine, guide-supported introduction to how the Arctic actually feels, ending with a sauna and a warm lodge night. No winter camping experience required: all cold-weather gear is provided, and the pace is built for real beginners to Arctic travel.

    Day by Day

    Day 1

    Arrival Ivalo

    Cold-weather gear fitting, briefing on Arctic travel and safety, first night at a comfortable lodge.

    Day 2

    First Steps on Snow

    Snowshoe technique on short, easy terrain, an introduction to moving safely in the snow.

    Day 3

    Onto the Frozen Lakes

    A full day snowshoeing across frozen lake systems, with sled support for the heavier gear.

    Day 4

    Heated Wilderness Cabin

    Crossing into boreal forest, first night in a heated cabin with a wood stove and a northern lights watch.

    Day 5

    Open Fell

    A shorter day on open fell terrain, real Arctic silence, guide-led pace throughout.

    Day 6

    Second Wilderness Cabin

    An easier day to a second heated cabin, hot food waiting, total quiet.

    Day 7

    Return Crossing

    Final, gentle snowshoe day back toward the trailhead.

    Day 8

    Sauna & Departure

    Sauna and a warm lodge night to recover, transfer to the airport. End of expedition.

    Included

    • All meals
    • All drinks (water and soft drinks)
    • All ground transport
    • English-speaking local tour guide
    • Ligne Rouge Tours tour leader
    • Visa support documents
    • All entry fees to sites
    • Airport transfers

    Not Included

    • Round-trip airfare
    • Travel insurance
    • Visa fees
    • Tips
    • Personal spending money

    Application Required

    Participation is subject to review. Selection is confirmed after internal validation.

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