Destination:
Finland,
Duration:
6 days
Style:
Adventure,
Family,
Travel Period:
September 2026 - November 2026
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Overview
Autumn in Lapland is a season of colour, calm and quiet magic. Golden forests, crisp air and darkening nights create ideal conditions for cultural encounters, nature walks and early Northern Lights sightings. This independent journey takes you from Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland, to the tranquil village of Luosto, blending soft adventure with meaningful local experiences and time to slow down and connect with the landscape.
You will explore hidden trails, learn about Eastern Lapland traditions, meet reindeer with a local photographer, and spend a night in a panoramic glass igloo, watching the stars from the warmth of your bed. Far removed from the Christmas rush, it is possible to also visit the Santa Claus Village outside the busy December season, offering a quieter, more personal experience of Santa’s home village.
For travellers who prefer snow-covered scenery, winter activities and classic Arctic adventures, you may wish to compare this journey with Rovaniemi and Glass Igloo Escape, the winter version of this itinerary.
Highlights
- Explore Santa’s hometown combined with a retreat in a peaceful forest village location.
- Reindeer & Photography: Meet reindeer and capture the moment with a local photographer.
- Discover hidden trails and Lappish nature on a guided walk to the Sacred Waterfall.
- Learn Eastern Lapland traditions through crafts and storytelling.
- Chase the Aurora with expert guides under crisp autumn skies.
- Sleep beneath the stars in a panoramic Arctic igloo.
What's Included
- All internal ground transport
- Standard double/twin room for 2 nights at the Santa Claus Hotel including breakfast
- Standard double/twin room with fireplace for 2 nights in Luosto, including breakfast
- One night in double/twin Glass Igloo accommodation in Luosto
- Daily breakfast and three dinners (drinks not included and are paid locally)
- Local Reindeer Farm visit with a Photographer
- Guided Hike to the Sacred Waterfall
- Culture of Eastern Lapland
- Northern Lights Hunting by Car
- Husky-Experience - Wagon Ride and Farm Visit
- Private transfer from Rovaniemi Airport to hotel
- Local bus from Rovaniemi to Luosto and from Luosto to Rovaniemi Airport
Start:Rovaniemi, Finland
Finish:Rovaniemi, Finland
Finish:Rovaniemi, Finland
Type:Group tour (max 6)
Tripcode:
50DN1315
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Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Rovaniemi
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Day 2 - Reindeer Farm Visit with Photographer
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Day 3 - Travel to Luosto and Sacred Waterfall Hike
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Day 4 - Local Culture, History and Northern Lights
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Day 5 - Autumn Nature Experience and Glass Igloo Stay
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Day 6 - Departure Day
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Travel Partner
50 Degrees North is a Nordic tour operator and destination specialist that offers authentic, responsible and innovative travel experiences in Scandinavia, Finland, Iceland, Greenland, the Arctic and the Baltics. We specialise regionally, because we want to offer genuine expertise and true value to our clients.
Price from
$2,623*
per person*
Tripcode: 50DN1315
Start:Rovaniemi, Finland
Finish:Rovaniemi, Finland
Finish:Rovaniemi, Finland
Type:Group tour (max 6)
Tripcode:
114468
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