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ESN Åbo Akademi Adventure to Northern Lapland, Kilpisjärvi 1st Departure

Rovaniemi, Kilpisjärvi, Levi
Duration6 nights
Activityup to ... items
Availabilityover 10 places
Sat, 21.11.2026 – Fri, 27.11.2026
from 439€over 10 places

Trip overview

The village of Kilpisjärvi is located in the northwest extremity of Finnish Lapland, bordered by Norway, Sweden, Kilpisjärvi lake and the majestic Saana fell, sacred to the Sami people. Here you can find the untouched nature, coldest temperatures, and highest snow levels in Finland, as well as the highest Northern light visibility! In addition to a variety of winter and nature activities, you can also make a day trip to Tromsø, Norway, and see the spectacular fjords!

What is included

TransportationTransportation

Round bus trip to Kilpisjärvi from your booked departure point

Accommodation choiceAccommodation choice

4 nights in a shared cottage with sauna

Stop at the Santa Claus VillageStop at the Santa Claus Village

A stop at the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi

Tromsø day tripTromsø day trip

Get to see more about Arctic nature, and visit Tromsø – one of the most famous cities in Northern Norway

Tour guideTour guide

Tour guide services in English at the destination

LuggageLuggage

You can travel with:

1x 15kg luggage to store in the bus trunk (size is not important!) and
1x small backpack to take with you during the bus ride


...and add more luggage if you need: 15kg Extra luggage can be added when booking the trip and according to availability - at 5€/luggage.

Package price does not include

Catering, meals, breakfasts
Bedlinen and towels
Extra activities which are not included in the trip package
Travel Health insurance
Clothes rental
Accommodation cleaning

Guided activities

Extra activities can be bought through your user account until 9 days before the trip departure or until they are sold out.

Activities "not available now" are expected to be on sale online or upon arrival at the destination.

At the destination the activities cost +5€ except for the activities, which were not on sale online.

Tromsø day trip

  • Total duration: 10-11 hours (including transportation)
  • Weather permitting activity!
free

Husky safari

  • Duration: 6,5 hours (sledding time approximately 15-20 min)
  • Warm clothes required (2h outside)
95€

Night Snowshoe hike

  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Warm outdoor clothes and snow boots are required and not included
  • Difficulty level: moderate
39€

Guided cross country skiing for beginners

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Moisture wicking, quick drying clothes
  • Difficulty level: moderate
39€

Reindeer herder experience

  • Duration: 1,5 hours
  • Warm clothing required (1,5 hours outside)
  • Difficulty level: easy
35€

Ice-fishing and fire-making

  • Warm outdoor clothes and snow boots are required but not included
  • Difficulty level: moderate
39€

The three borders snowmobile safari

  • Duration: 3 hours ( driving time 30 min/per person)
  • Warm clothes included
  • Difficulty level: moderate
119€

Arctic Experience Package

Get More, Pay Less!
  • Combo deal: Snowshoe Hike, Cross-Country Skiing, Ice Fishing & Fire Making, and the Reindeer Herder Experience
143€

Example itinerary

Please note: the final trip program will be shared 5-7 days before the trip departure.

The activities schedule might change.
Same accommodation guests share the same activities schedule. More info about accommodation in the accommodation section below.

DAY 1 – Departure

The departure time might change +/- 2 hours.

You will select the exact departure place from the available one, when booking the trip.

21:00 Departure from Turku, Läntinen pitkäkatu 9

Overnight on the bus. Gas station breaks every 4-5hours.
Gas stations are well equipped: there are toilets, grocery stores, and cafes.

DAY 2 – Arrival in Lapland

Upon arrival in Rovaniemi, grocery shopping break

Stop at the Santa Claus Village (2 hours) 

Cross the Arctic circle and meet Santa Claus, elves and reindeers! Here you can also find Santa’s post office and send your greetings to your friends with a special stamp! 

Departure to Kilpisjärvi (435 km)

Sonkamuotka Souvenir Stop & Toilets

Evening - Arrival To Kilpisjärvi

Briefing and Lodging

DAY 3 – Husky Safari

Husky Safari (optional)

Alaskan huskies are cheerful and strong dogs who really like to pull the sledge! After a short instruction lesson, the huskies will take you for a tour through the snowy landscapes. Total Driving time is approximately 15 minutes, greatly depending on the huskies' speed that day.

DAY 4 – Ice Fishing and Fire Making (optional), Snowmobile Safari (optional), Night Snowshoe Hike (optional)

Morning activity - Ice Fishing and Fire Making (optional)

How to survive in extreme weather conditions? What happens when all of a sudden you need to stay outdoors overnight? 

During this activity, you learn basic skills of making a fire without matches and practice some Ice-Fishing. Useful skills that are needed here above the Arctic Circle!

Afternoon Activity - Snowmobile Safari (optional)

Snowmobiles are a convenient means of transport beyond the Arctic Circle. Locals use them anywhere from going to a grocery store to paying a visit to a friend who lives behind the hill. Each snowmobile is shared between 2 persons, so both can drive for about 20 minutes. The route takes you to hidden places out in the wilderness. For people who have an adventure in their mind! In case of an accident or damages to the snowmobile, the driver can be liable to pay up to 900€ by credit/debit card or cash.

Evening activity - Night Snowshoe Hike (optional)

We will gather in the evening to experience snowshoeing - one of the oldest ways to explore the snowy region of Kilpisjarvi. After a short introduction, you will get to use a GPS device to navigate through the nightly forest. During the short 2-3 km hike in the tundra, you can spot animal tracks and even see the Northern Lights, if you are lucky!

DAY 5 – Reindeer Herder Experience (optional), Trip to Tromso (included)

Morning activity - Reindeer Herder Experience (optional)

Here we will experience the life of a reindeer herder. You'll learn about the local lifestyle, try the lasso throwing, and of course meet the free-roaming reindeer.

Afternoon activity - Trip to Tromsø (included)

During this guided day bus tour you will learn more about Tromsø – one of the most famous cities in Northern Norway. You will see breathtaking landscapes: fjords, mountains, and sea views. The trip is about 340 km in total.

DAY 6 – Cross-country skiing for beginners (optional)

08:30 CHECK OUT

Cabins have to be left in the same conditions as they were upon your arrival. 

Please go through the following check-list:
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-Make the beds

-Clean the floors with the vacuum cleaner and mop. 

-Wash the dishes (do not use hand washing liquid e.g. Fairy for the dishwasher! It will cause a malfunction!)

-Take the trash out.

-Return the key to your guide (they will perform the final check)

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13:00 Arrival in Levi

You can leave your luggage on the bus and experience Levi (shopping, dining, sledding, visit the SPA, or go downhill skiing) OR

Afternoon activity Cross-country skiing for beginners (Optional)

15:45 Departure back home with the bus from the Levi

19:00 Gas station stop in Rovaniemi. End of the trip if you booked the trip starting in Rovaniemi.

DAY 7 – Arrival

Should you need to book a transfer after the trip, please, consider only departure

- 4 hours after the expected arrival time for train/ferry/bus ticket;

- 6 hours after the expected arrival time for flight tickets

07:00-08:00 Estimated arrival in Turku. End of the trip.

Accommodation

Accommodation in classic shared 4-11 person cottages/apartments back

Kilpisjärvi

Amenities

  • microwave
  • electric stove
  • tableware
  • fridge
  • kettle, coffee maker
  • sauna
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All cottages and apartments include a private sauna, bathroom, TV, and a self-catering kitchenette equipped with tableware, cooking utensils, a fridge, freezer, mattresses, pillows, and blankets.

While the amenities are the same in all cottages and apartments, the style and size may vary depending on availability.

Wi-Fi is available in most cottages, but it is not guaranteed in all.

Please note:

  • Accommodation sizes vary and can host 4 to 10 people, depending on availability.

  • Bed types also vary, and may include double beds, bunk beds, pull-out sofas, or loft beds.

Sleeping bag is not allowed!

The final cleaning or damage repair is not included. In case the accommodation is not in the same conditions as when you arrived, a 250€ fee will be charged.

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