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A four-day winter break at Harriniva Hotel in the heart of Finnish Lapland
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Activity adventure | Lapland | Natural world | Northern Lights | Short break | Winter
Hotel Harriniva is one of the best places in Finland to see the Aurora Borealis. With daily information about weather conditions and aurora activity you'll be well prepared to catch a glimpse of this remarkable natural phenomenon. And, when the Northern Lights appear the hotel's lights go off, allowing you to observe the aurora in all its colourful glory, unburdened by the glow of artificial light. Daytime activities are equally exciting, with the chance to enjoy reindeer and husky safaris through the frozen landscapes of Finnish Lapland.
Day by day itinerary
Day
1
Arrival
Fly to Kittilä via Helsinki and transfer to Harriniva Hotel in western Lapland. Harriniva is a cosy, pine-clad wilderness hotel that offers saunas, outdoor jacuzzis, snow igloos and spa treatments, as well as its own farm of around 400 friendly huskies. Check in for three nights and enjoy dinner at the hotel's restaurant, followed by a Northern lights workshop, your introduction to the Northern lights.
Stay: Hotel Harriniva, Muonio (Standard)
Meals: D
Day
2
Reindeer Safari
After breakfast today you will visit a local reindeer herder. You will learn about the life and ways of the reindeer herder and of course also about his reindeer. Learn how to throw the Lappish lassoo (suopunki), and enjoy a short safari. Lunch is served in a small Lappish kota by the fire.
This evening enjoy a hearty dinner before departing on your first evening excursion. The chances of seeing the famous ‘Aurora Borealis’ are great on this night safari by snowmobile. The tour takes you to the top of a nearby fell, where you will enjoy some warm drinks and look for the Northern Lights. You can either drive your own snowmobile or enjoy the ride in the guide’s sled.
Stay: Hotel Harriniva, Muonio (Standard)
Meals: B L D
Day
3
Husky safari
After breakfast you will meet with your guide and Hotel Harriniva's happy huskies. After a guided tour in the husky farm, followed by driving and safety instructions you will start the 2-hour husky safari, with 2 people per husky team.
Lunch will be served at the hotel. This afternoon is free to explore the local area or enjoy another excursion.
After dinner you will pack your snowshoeing gear and head out with a guide to try and locate the northern lights. After finding the perfect spot with a view to the north you can can relax and enjoy some warm drinks before returning to the hotel.
Stay: Hotel Harriniva, Muonio (Standard)
Meals: B L D
Day
4
Departure
Transfer to Kittilä airport after breakfast for your flight home via Helsinki.
Meals: B
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Pricing
Any element of this itinerary can be adjusted to suit your needs. Just contact us to find out more.
Accommodation rating:
4-day tailor-made holiday
from £1,270 pp
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