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Ice Breaker & Rovaniemi

Start your winter adventure in Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Travel by overnight train to Kemi in Finnish Lapland and join a thrilling icebreaker cruise. Visit the SnowCastle area before travelling to Santa Claus' hometown Rovaniemi next to the Arctic Circle. Optional Glass Igloo stays.

Duration

6+ days

Transportation

Train

Season

Winter

Tour Type

Self-guided

FROM EUR 1239 per adult

Tour category

Original Sokos Hotel Albert

Silver

Accommodation at good tourist class hotels equal to 3 stars according to Scandinavian standard.

Inside cabin included during overnight cruises.

See Silver accommodation

Seaside Glass Villa Premium

Gold

Accommodation at approx. 4 star hotels or at unique properties selected for their atmosphere or attractive location.

Outside (seaside) cabin included during overnight cruises.

See Gold accommodation

Services included: 

  • 4 nights hotel accommodation in a standard room with private shower/WC, including breakfast.
  • Overnight train from Helsinki to Kemi (private sleeping compartment, private facilities).
  • Bus transfer Kemi - SnowCastle area - Sampo Ice Breaker - Kemi.
  • Entrance to the SnowExperience365 and the winter activity park. 
  • Sampo Icebreaker cruise, 4 hrs (including welcome drink, lunch onboard, ice floating, guided tour and a diploma)
  • Train from Kemi to Rovaniemi.
  • Festive dinner at Santa's Hotel Santa Claus in Rovaniemi for overnights on 24+25+31 December (category SILVER only).
  • Electronic travel documentation, including a detailed travel itinerary and travel vouchers.
  • 24/7 emergency phone service while travelling.
  • Additional services included for Tour Category GOLD only:
  • 1 night in a Seaside Glass Villa Premium at the SnowCastle Resort with private shower/WC, including breakfast.
  • Private transfer from Rovaniemi train station to Vaattunki Wilderness Resort.
  • 2 nights in a Panorama Hut at Vaattunki Wilderness Resort with private shower/WC, including breakfast.
  • 2 x dinner at Vaattunki Wilderness Resort (Replaced by Festive dinner for overnights on December 24+25+31).
  • Private transfer from Vaattunki Wilderness Resort to Rovaniemi Airport.

Special terms and conditions apply:

Please note that full non-refundable payment is due on August 12 for stays between December 20 and January 04, 2026 at Vaattunki Wilderness Resort (included in tour category GOLD)Please refer to our terms and conditions for details regarding cancellation. 

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