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Helsinki to Arctic Forests

City comforts, Lapland traditions and three quiet nights among the northern hills.

  1. 1Helsinki
  2. 2Rovaniemi
  3. 3Saariselkä
  4. 4Inari

From, per person~US$3,460

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Best Jan to Mar

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Explore Helsinki's markets and design, then head north for snowy forests and a few carefully chosen adventures. Stay two nights in Helsinki, three in Rovaniemi and three in Saariselkä, with time to get to know each place.

Length
8 nights
Route
Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Saariselkä…
Best time
Jan to Mar
Ideal for
First-time visitors who want time to explore and rest

Why you'll love it

  1. Private Helsinki walk with food tastings at the market
  2. A comfortable domestic flight saves a long drive
  3. A guided husky sled ride
  4. Reindeer herding stories and a short sleigh ride
  5. Three nights in a premium cabin by the hills
  6. Learn about Sámi culture at Siida in Inari

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive by the Baltic Sea

    Meet your driver at Helsinki Airport and head to your central hotel. Take a short walk by the water if you feel like it. Keep the rest of the day free.

    • Stay: Central Helsinki five-star hotel or luxury boutique hotel with its own character
    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, approximately 35–45 minutes

  2. Day 2

    Walk Through Helsinki

    Explore Senate Square, the harbour and the Design District with a private guide. Stop for food tastings at the market. Spend the afternoon browsing on your own or resting at the hotel.

    • Stay: Central Helsinki five-star hotel or luxury boutique hotel with its own character
    • Getting there: Walking with short private vehicle transfers as needed

  3. Day 3

    Fly Into the North

    Fly to Rovaniemi after breakfast, then transfer to your hotel. Keep the afternoon free. Enjoy a relaxed dinner nearby.

    • Stay: Premium boutique hotel in Rovaniemi
    • Getting there: Private transfers and Helsinki–Rovaniemi flight, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes; allow 4–5 hours door to door

  4. Day 4

    A Morning With Huskies

    Visit a local kennel for a guided husky sled ride and learn how the dogs are cared for. Return for an afternoon break. After dark, take a private outing to look for northern lights.

    • Stay: Premium boutique hotel in Rovaniemi
    • Getting there: Private kennel transfers, approximately 30–45 minutes each way; evening outing approximately 3–4 hours

  5. Day 5

    Reindeer and Arctic Letters

    Visit a reindeer farm to hear herding stories and take a short sleigh ride if snow conditions allow. Continue to Santa Claus Village for lunch at your own expense. Visit the post office and spend some time browsing.

    • Stay: Premium boutique hotel in Rovaniemi
    • Getting there: Private car, approximately 1–1.5 hours total driving depending on farm

  6. Day 6

    North to Saariselkä

    Head north with your private driver, stopping for coffee and lunch along the way. Settle into your cabin. Keep the evening quiet after the journey.

    • Stay: Premium cabin with private sauna in Saariselkä
    • Getting there: Private road transfer, approximately 3–3.5 hours driving; allow 4–4.5 hours with stops

  7. Day 7

    Snowy Trails and Sauna

    Join a local guide for an easy snowshoe walk near Saariselkä. Follow a sheltered route chosen for the weather. Spend the afternoon in your private sauna or reading by the window.

    • Stay: Premium cabin with private sauna in Saariselkä
    • Getting there: Private local transfers, approximately 10–20 minutes each way if needed

  8. Day 8

    A Day in Inari

    Drive to Inari for a guided visit to Siida, where you will learn about Sámi history and northern nature. Stop for lunch and views by the lake. Return for an included farewell dinner.

    • Stay: Premium cabin with private sauna in Saariselkä
    • Getting there: Private car to Inari, approximately 1 hour 10 minutes each way; allow longer in poor weather

  9. Day 9

    Home Through Helsinki

    Transfer to Ivalo Airport and fly to Helsinki for your onward journey. Leave enough time between flights for winter delays and baggage collection if your flights are on separate tickets.

    • Getting there: Private transfer, approximately 25–35 minutes; Ivalo–Helsinki flight approximately 1 hour 40 minutes

Where you'll stay

  1. 2 nights · days 1 to 2Central Helsinki five-star hotel or luxury boutique hotel with its own character
  2. 3 nights · days 3 to 5Premium boutique hotel in Rovaniemi
  3. 3 nights · days 6 to 8Premium cabin with private sauna in Saariselkä

When to go

  1. Jangood time to go
  2. Febgood time to go
  3. Margood time to go
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Best from Jan to Mar. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Eight nights of premium accommodation, two people sharing a room
  • Daily breakfast and one farewell dinner
  • Helsinki–Rovaniemi and Ivalo–Helsinki economy flights with checked baggage
  • Private airport transfers and road transfers between cities
  • Private Helsinki walk with food tastings at the market
  • Guided husky outing and reindeer farm visit
  • One private outing to look for northern lights
  • Guided snowshoe walk
  • Private Inari trip with Siida entry and guide
  • Warm outer clothing for scheduled winter activities

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Meals not listed as included
  • Extra outings to look for northern lights
  • Personal shopping and optional activities
  • Applicable Indian taxes and TCS

Good to know

  • The starting price is an estimate per person, with two sharing a room, outside Christmas, New Year and peak school holidays. Domestic flights are included.
  • Winter drives may take longer than shown. Outdoor activities may move to another day, and northern lights sightings are uncertain.
  • Indian meals are easier to find in Helsinki. Request vegetarian or Jain menus before confirming your stays in the north.

Before you go to Finland

Capital:
Helsinki
Languages:
Finnish, Swedish
Currency:
EUR

Questions

How many days is the Helsinki to Arctic Forests trip?

8 nights and 9 days: Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Saariselkä, Inari, Saariselkä.

How much does it cost?

From ₹3,25,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

Jan to Mar.

What is included?

Eight nights of premium accommodation, two people sharing a room, Daily breakfast and one farewell dinner, Helsinki–Rovaniemi and Ivalo–Helsinki economy flights with checked baggage, Private airport transfers and road transfers between cities, Private Helsinki walk with food tastings at the market, Guided husky outing and reindeer farm visit, One private outing to look for northern lights, Guided snowshoe walk, Private Inari trip with Siida entry and guide, Warm outer clothing for scheduled winter activities.

What is not included?

International flights, Visa fees and travel insurance, Meals not listed as included, Extra outings to look for northern lights, Personal shopping and optional activities, Applicable Indian taxes and TCS.

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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