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Christmas in the Arctic

  • Day 1 - Arrive in Tromsø and transfer to Kilpisjärvi
  • Day 2 - Winter Adventure by Snowshoes and Santa Visit
  • Day 3 - Snowmobiling and Snowshoe Adventure by night
  • Day 4 - Reindeer and Sami Experience
  • Day 5 - Departure this morning from Tromsø

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Departure Information

Journey beginning and ending at Tromsø, Norway

Available: 2025-12-23 to 2025-12-27 starting from $9653 AUD

Overview

Join a special independent Christmas tour 400 kilometers above Arctic Circle. This is a relaxed experience with delicious local cuisine, in a totally unique and pure arctic wilderness setting at the boutique hotel Cahkal. As well as snowmobiling, reindeer experience, sit back and have a traditional Finnish Sauna experience. On Christmas Eve, enjoy a traditional dinner and meet Santa and his reindeers.

Day 1 – Arrive in Tromsø and transfer to Kilpisjärvi

Arrive Tromsø and transfer to Kilpisjärvi. The place is located just over 2.5 hours, 160 km from Tromsø and is the very northwesternmost point of Finland, near the Arctic Ocean. Here you will stay at boutique hotel Cahkal for the next 4 nights.

Relax with the mountain views from your stylish room before enjoying a 3-course dinner at the accommodation restaurant, Aika.

Day 2 – Winter Adventure by Snowshoes and Santa Visit

After breakfast, experience the wide Käsivarsi- wilderness area with an experienced local guide.

Enjoy the surrounding silence and snowy landscapes, and with a local guide you can reach close by fells or just take an easy walk at close by beautiful snowy forests. During this experience enjoy hot beverages and tasty lunch in the nature.

In the evening, celebrate Christmas with a traditional 4-course dinner and a Santa visit.

Day 3 – Snowmobiling and Snowshoe Adventure by night

After breakfast, experience the surrounding nature and views and learn to drive snowmobile while sightseeing the snowy mountains and lakes. This adventure should be on your bucket list! You can visit Finland, Sweden, and Norway in less than one minute. This snowmobile safari is ideal for beginners and first-timers. The snowmobile trail runs on the frozen lake and through beautiful snowy birch forest to Koltavuoma where the yellow border cairn of three Nordic countries is located. It is called the most peaceful border in the world. During the tour you enjoy hot drink and snacks in the nature.

Kilpisjärvi village and the surrounding area is one of the best places to see the northern lights. The snowshoe adventure takes you through the forests where you can enjoy a hot beverage and snacks while looking out for the magical lights.

Day 4 – Reindeer and Sami Experience

Today you will visit the reindeer farm nearby. Meet the reindeer herder and learn about reindeer herding, a traditional local livelihood. You can also feed the reindeer and take photos with these beautiful arctic animals. For a finishing touch enjoy a short reindeer ride.

Finish the day with a delicious dinner at AIKA Restaurant.

Day 5 – Departure this morning from Tromsø

After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Tromsø.

Inclusions:

  • 4 nights in a Cahkal View double or twin room with mountain, lake or tundra view
  • Full-board at Restaurant AIKA. Meals include Breakfast, 2 – course lunch (soup+dessert, coffee/tea) and 3 – course dinner (Xmas Eve is 4 – course dinner)
  • Daily sauna (during the hotels shared sauna hours)
  • Thermal clothing
  • Santa & Rudolf Visit
  • Snowmobile Experience
  • Snowshoe Adventure
  • Reindeer Experience
  • Snowshoe Adventure by Night
  • Return Tromsø – Cahkal Hotel transfer (Shared with other 50DN guests)
  • 24-hour emergency service
  • Taxes and service fees

Exclusions:

  • Meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
  • Gratuities and items of personal nature
  • Travel insurance

Portage is not included – you will be responsible for carrying all your luggage.

Enquiries

To find out more or to book this incredible tour, contact Globetrotter Lifestyle today!

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