Levi Lapland Explorer
SEMI-INDEPENDENT + FAMILY TOUR: Spend 5 nights at Finland's most largest and most popular ski resort - Levi in Lapland, where you can book a range of exciting optional activities. There's the opportunity to go husky and reindeer sledding, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. You can also go in search of the spectacular Northern Lights! Families with children aged 4 yrs and above are welcome on this holiday.
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Tour overview
Itinerary
Day 1 Welcome to Lapland
Day 1 Welcome to Lapland
Upon arrival at Kittila airport in Finnish Lapland you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Levi. Why not take advantage of the onsite sauna at the hotel, a classic Finnish experience.
Day 2 Optional snow activities
Day 2 Optional snow activities
Today, you'll be waking up at Levi in Lapland, Finland's largest and most popular ski resort. The next four days are free for you to choose from an exciting range of optional activities.
There is the option to book a morning Ski School lesson (1.5 hours), where you can learn the art of mountain or cross-country skiing.
In the afternoon, why not head out on a 3-hour Snowmobile Safari. This winter adventure explores the beautiful northern Finnish countryside. Whether you are an amateur or an experienced rider, you'll be guaranteed fun. There are loads of opportunities for picture stops during the ride.
Please note: The optional activities noted in this package can be booked in advance or through our local representative when you arrive, subject to availability.
Day 3 Optional Husky Farm Visit
Day 3 Optional Husky Farm Visit
Spend the morning at leisure. In the afternoon we offer an optional excursion to a Husky Farm to learn about the daily life and hard work of these magnificent animals. After meeting the dog-breeders and becoming acquainted with the dogs, you’ll get the chance to take a “dog –breeder” course before embarking on a safari on dog sledge around the grounds stopping for a rest, cookies and hot berry juice along the way.
Day 4 Optional Reindeer farm visit
Day 4 Optional Reindeer farm visit
This morning is at leisure and later you can take an optional visit to a Reindeer Farm. You'll learn all about the daily life of the reindeer before receiving your reindeer driving license and heading out on the sleighs, stopping enroute by a toasty bonfire near a hut for a cup of hot juice.
Day 5 Optional Northern Lights hunting
Day 5 Optional Northern Lights hunting
Go in search of the incredible Northern Lights on one or both of our optional evening excursions. You might like join an optional Northern Lights Hunt. You'll be driven to a remote spot to look for the lights and – if luck is on your side – enjoy a memorable display of the luminescent ribbons as they dance overhead. Stay warm with a hot drink and sausages sizzled up on a campfire.
Alternatively you can go in search of the Northern Lights on a 4 hour Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari. Leave the city lights behind and find the perfect spot to set up a campfire. Grill some traditional makkara sausages while you wait for the lights to appear.
Day 6 Levi
Day 6 Levi
Today your Lapland adventure comes to an end. After hotel check out, there is an included transfer to the airport. If you would like to spend an extra night here in Levi please contact us for more details.
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Hotels
Levi's flagship hotel is ideally located just a short stroll from the ski slopes and the centre of Finland's most popular ski resort. Guest rooms are modern, spacious and well equipped, with free WiFi. The outstanding feature of this hotel is the amazing Spa Water World, which guests have free access to. With no less than 17 indoor and outdoor swimming pools, some with water slides, in addition to a wide variety of saunas, steam rooms and hot tubs, there's plenty to keep you entertained without leaving the hotel! For families there's also a children's play area complete with bouncy castle and for adults there's a gym and day spa. When it comes to meal times there's no shortage of choice, from fine dining to fast food, this hotel has it covered and for evening entertainment just head to the karaoke and live music bar.
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Northern Lights Hunting
Spend the evening on the lookout for the magnificent Northern Lights in the dark Arctic sky. You will be picked up from your accommodation point in Rovaniemi or Levi and transferred by car to a remote area with a campfire. This spot is one of the best places to observe the Northern Lights as well as enjoying the Polar night's beauty. Whilst waiting for the lights you will also enjoy snacks prepared on campfire and traditional hot berry juice and cookies. There will be plenty of legends and fascinating stories about life beyond the Arctic Circle being told by your professional guide. He will teach you about lots of legends the Finnish people have about the Northern Lights like they were caused by the tail of a firefox who ran so quickly across the snow that sparks ignited the night sky! The Finnish word for Northern Lights is “revontulet” which translates to fire fox.
Reindeer Farm & Safari
Experience the beautiful wilds of Lapland on a reindeer farm visit and safari from Rovaniemi or Levi. Earn your "drivers license," then hop aboard your reindeer sled complete with reindeer guide. Head off into the picturesque snowy forest lead by your reindeer. This sled-ride allows you to really admire the panoramic views of the Lappish countryside. Once back from your sled ride you can warm up with a hot drink by the fire and listen to lots of fascinating information from your guide about the reindeer’s role in Lappish society before returning to Rovaniemi or Levi.
Ski School Levi
Learn to ski with a morning lesson (1.5 hours) at the Levi Ski School, where you can choose to partake in either mountain or cross-country skiing. The lessons are suitable for all ages and skill levels. Choose either a private lesson or a group lesson and hone new skills, achieve new goals and have an unforgettable experience. The friendly and qualified instructors are happy to help and will provide you with tips and tricks!
Husky Farm Levi
Head to a husky farm and meet some of Lapland’s favourite dogs. Once at the farm you will learn about the daily work of the dogs and what it is like to live on the farm. After passing a short course on how to be a young dog breeder you will leave on a 2km safari. The dog sleds hold between 1 and 3 people and you can always swap places from being the passenger to being the ‘musher’. There will be opportunities to rest and take lots of photographs. There will also be hot berry juice, tea, coffee and cookies before going back to your hotel.
Snow Mobile Safari Levi
This safari is a good option for those who want to get a real feeling for snowmobiling. Vast and rugged snowy landscapes are surrounding you as you are driving your own snow-gliding machine. Whether you are a complete amateur or an experienced rider, you are guaranteed to have great fun on this excursion into the Arctic wilderness.
Northern Lights by Snowmobile Levi
Discover the magical winter wonderland of Finland at night time as you go in search of the beautiful Northern Lights. The reflection of the white snow and the stars and moon allow us to follow the snowmobile trails even in the dead of night. Once at our location our guide will light up a bonfire and we will enjoy a picnic whilst waiting for the Northern Lights to appear. Good stories, a tasty snack, and hot beverages are guaranteed even if the auroras fail us tonight.
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