Lareleka Travel and Tours · Tales of Arctic
The Arctic,Quietly Extraordinary.
Spend Christmas among snow-covered forests, northern villages and Arctic traditions. From Santa Claus Village to Kirkenes, discover a winter journey shaped by husky trails, reindeer encounters and time beneath the northern sky.
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Finland · Norway · Swedish border visit
A northern Christmas.
Thoughtfully arranged.
Travel from Rovaniemi through Suomutunturi and Saariselkä to Kirkenes, returning through Saariselkä, Haparanda and Kemi. International flights, seven hotel nights, a private coach and the specified touring programme bring the journey together.
A glimpse of the north
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Your journey in detail
Departure and published starting rate
The starting rate requires at least 40 travellers in the complete tour group; this is separate from the size of your own booking. The published minimum to operate is 20 travellers. Request the applicable rate if the group is smaller than 40. Room-sharing arrangements, space and departure operation require written confirmation.
Journey highlights
- Santa Claus Village, meeting Santa and crossing the Arctic Circle with certificates.
- Snowmobile safari: two guests per snowmobile.
- Three-hour Northern Lights hunt by bus; sightings cannot be guaranteed.
- Husky safari and the Sámi Museum Siida, with entrance.
- King crab safari with crab lunch and a visit to Snow Hotel Kirkenes.
- Reindeer farm with a short sledge ride, Finnish sauna and ice swimming.
- Ice fishing and whitefish grilling in a timber smoke hut.
Ten-day itinerary
Depart Manila
Depart Manila for the international journey to Rovaniemi.
Rovaniemi → Suomutunturi
Arrive in Rovaniemi. Visit Santa Claus Village, meet Santa and cross the Arctic Circle with certificates. Continue to Suomutunturi.
Suomutunturi → Saariselkä
Transfer to Saariselkä. Enjoy a snowmobile safari, with two guests per snowmobile, and a three-hour Northern Lights hunt by bus. Sightings depend on conditions.
Saariselkä → Kirkenes
Enjoy a husky safari, visit the Sámi Museum Siida with entrance, then depart for Kirkenes.
Kirkenes → Saariselkä
Enjoy a king crab safari with crab lunch. Visit Snow Hotel Kirkenes and continue to Saariselkä. Overnight in Arctic Studios at Aurora Collection Resort or similar.
Saariselkä
Visit a reindeer farm for a short sledge ride. Experience Finnish sauna and ice swimming. Overnight in Arctic Studios at Aurora Collection Resort or similar.
Saariselkä → Haparanda → Kemi
Proceed to Haparanda for the Sweden–Finland border crossing. Experience ice fishing and whitefish grilling in a timber smoke hut. Continue to Kemi.
Kemi · free day
Enjoy leisure and shopping, or join an optional Arktis morning or afternoon cruise. The cruise is not part of the included package price; cost and operation require confirmation.
Kemi → Rovaniemi → Manila
Transfer to Rovaniemi for your return flight to Manila.
Arrive Manila
Arrive in Manila according to the confirmed flight schedule.
The programme may change due to weather, flights, attraction availability or local operating conditions. Winter activities depend on suitable conditions; confirm participation requirements and equipment arrangements before booking.
Accommodation
Seven nights of hotel accommodation are included. Days 5 and 6 name Arctic Studios at Aurora Collection Resort or similar. The remaining hotel names, hotel categories and room-sharing basis are not specified. Final accommodation and room arrangements require confirmation.
Included in the journey
- Roundtrip international airfare via Turkish Airlines.
- Hand carry and check-in baggage; exact weight allowances to be confirmed.
- Seven nights of hotel accommodation.
- Meals as specified: seven breakfasts, six lunches and seven dinners, plus onboard meals where stated.
- Private coach.
- Tours and experiences as specified in the itinerary, excluding the optional Day 8 cruise.
- English-speaking tour guide.
- Filipino tour escort.
Day 8 is described as a free day but lists breakfast, lunch and dinner. Confirm the meal venues and arrangements if joining the optional cruise.
Exclusions and optional costs
- Airline taxes — amount to be confirmed.
- Travel insurance — cost to be confirmed.
- Visa fee — amount to be confirmed.
- Tipping — amount to be confirmed.
- Optional Arktis morning or afternoon cruise on Day 8 — price to be confirmed.
Personal purchases and services outside the stated inclusions are not part of this estimate. Philippine travel-tax treatment is not specified in the flyer; request an itemised quotation.
Who this journey suits
Couples, families and small parties seeking an organised Arctic Christmas journey with winter activities and frequent coach transfers. Share any mobility or activity concerns during consultation so participation requirements can be checked before booking.
Package estimate
Starting basis: US$5,988 per person for a complete tour group of 40 or more. Your party size does not determine the complete-group tier.
2 travellers × US$5,988 per person.
Airline taxes, travel insurance, visa fee, tipping and the optional Day 8 cruise are excluded. Unspecified charges are not estimated.
Room sharing and the applicable group rate require confirmation. This is an indicative starting estimate, not a final quotation or reservation.
Important travel reminders
Northern Lights sightings cannot be guaranteed. Snowmobile, husky, reindeer, crab, fishing and ice activities depend on weather and operating conditions. Confirm age, driving, fitness and equipment requirements with the final programme. The flyer specifies two guests per snowmobile.
Visa approval cannot be guaranteed. Confirm the applicable travel documents and entry or transit requirements for your nationality before booking. Rates, flights, hotels and tours remain subject to availability and final written confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Day 8 cruise included?
No. The Arktis morning or afternoon cruise is explicitly optional. Its price is not published.
Will we see the Northern Lights?
The three-hour bus hunt is included in the programme. A sighting depends on conditions and cannot be promised.
Is the named resort guaranteed?
The flyer lists Arctic Studios at Aurora Collection Resort “or similar” for two nights. Confirm the final property and room type in writing.
Does a booking for two receive the starting rate?
The US$5,988 starting basis depends on the complete tour group reaching 40 travellers, with room-sharing arrangements still to be confirmed. Ask for the rate applicable to your departure.
Christmas in the Arctic
A different kind of December.
Arranged with care.
Tell us your party size and preferred room arrangements. We’ll confirm the group status, flights, accommodation, winter activities and itemised costs for 21–30 Dec 2026.
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