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ESN Trondheim Adventure to Northern Lapland, Kilpisjärvi - 3rd Departure

Kilpisjärvi, Finland
Duration
6 nights
Activities
up to 7
Availability
5 places left
Tour starts
07.12.2026

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!

Extras and 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.

Included

Tromsø day trip

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

Husky safari

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

Night Snowshoe hike

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

Reindeer herder experience

Duration: 1,5 hours · Warm clothing required (1,5 hours outside) · Difficulty level: easy

Ice-fishing and fire-making

Warm outdoor clothes and snow boots are required but not included · Difficulty level: moderate

The three borders snowmobile safari

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

Arctic Experience Package

Combo deal: Snowshoe Hike, Ice Fishing & Fire Making, and the Reindeer Herder Experience

Accommodation

Accommodation in classic shared 4-11 person cottages/apartments backOnly 6 left

free/ per person
  • microwave
  • electric stove
  • tableware
  • fridge
  • kettle, coffee maker
  • sauna
  • TV
  • electric heating
  • shower and toilet
  • mattresses, pillows and duvet
  • cleaning tools provided

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.

What is included

Transportation

Round bus trip to Kilpisjärvi from your booked departure point

Accommodation

4 nights in a shared cottage with sauna

Tromsø day trip

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

Tour guide

Tour guide services in English at the destination

Luggage

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. 

Departure points

Pick one at checkout. Changes afterwards are handled by our customer service.
  • 23:30 Trondheim, Gløshaugen
  • 23:45 Trondheim, Rema 1000 Moholt

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 1Mon 07.12
Departure

Departures from Trondheim

23:30 Gløshaugen
23:45 Rema 1000 Moholt

Overnight on the bus. Some gas station breaks on the way depending upon the driver's schedule.
At the gas stations, you can find toilets and cafes.

Day 2Tue 08.12
Arrival in Lapland

Grocery shop break

Evening - Arrival To Kilpisjärvi

Briefing and Lodging

Day 3Wed 09.12
Trip to Tromsø

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 4Thu 10.12
Snowmobile safari (optional), Snowshoe Trek to Wilderness(optional), Ice fishing and fire making (optional)

Morning 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

Afternoon Activity - Snowshoe Trek to Wilderness (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!

Evening 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!

Day 5Fri 11.12
Husky (optional), Reindeer herder experience (optional)

Morning activity - 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.

Afternoon 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.

Day 6Sat 12.12
Check out

11:00 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)

-Return rental clothes.

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12:00 Departure home.

Day 7Sun 13.12
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

05:00-06:00 Estimated arrival in Trondheim. End of the trip.

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