Top Of Scandinavia With Arctic Circle

Day 1 - ARRIVE IN HELSINKI, FINLAND Welcome to Helsinki! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at the hotel. (D)

Day 2 - HELSINKI - OULU Perfection on the Peninsula This morning, follow your Local Guide on a sightseeing tour to discover Helsinki's main highlights, including the City Hall, Presidential Palace, Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and open-air market. After some free time for browsing, head to the airport for your flight to Oulu. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Finland has often been voted the happiest country in the world, due to its affinity with nature and a strong social support system. The capital city, Helsinki is situated in the south of the country poised on a peninsula in the Gulf of Finland. Though it is the coldest capital in the Nordic region, its striking architecture and Nordic cuisine don't fail to give visitors a warm welcome.

Day 3 - OULU The Creative Edge After an orientation tour to introduce you to Oulu, the rest of the day is yours to explore the 2026 European Capital of Culture. Enjoy time to browse the Market Square, taste some local specialties at the Market Hall, take a selfie with the famous Policeman statue, or head over to Piksaari Island to stroll around the wooden district, once a center of local industry and now home to a thriving artists' community. (B)

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE of Finland with an optional excursion to Hailuoto, the largest island in the Bothnian Bay. From its rise from the sea approximately 2,000 years ago and continues to do so. Eventually the island will adjoin mainland as the rising shoreline is constantly changing to form a living conservation area. The manmade environment in Hailuoto, characterized by well-preserved traditional buildings, together with its unique natural features, has earned Hailuoto the designation as one of Finland's national landscapes"and the only national landscape covering the entire municipality.

Day 4 - OULU - ROVANIEMI Santa Claus is Coming to Town Today, get into the festive spirit as you drive to Rovaniemi to visit Santa Claus's village. Keep an eye out for the elves and Santa Claus, himself. This enchanting village sits directly on the Arctic Circle. Step across the latitudinal line and [LF] receive your Arctic Circle Certificate. (B,D)
127 mi / 205 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
LEGENDS & LORE Some 100 years ago, a passerby started spreading the word about the true location of Santa's real home. Since then, Santa has traveled to the Arctic Circle to meet with kids from 1 to 92 to hear Christmas wishes in his remote Santa's Village in Rovaniemi. Enjoy a visit with Old St. Nick and receive your official Arctic Circle Certificate documenting your crossing this hemispheric line.

Day 5 - ROVANIEMI - LUOSTO - IVALO North to the Cape Dash away from Santa's village with a drive to Luosto where more treats await. [LF] Enjoy a guided visit to a local husky farm to meet the sled dogs. Later, enjoy some Sami culture with traditional snacks before continuing to Ivalo. (B,D)
199mi/ 320km

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURE & TRADITION Learn about the special relationship between musher and dog with a visit to a local husky farm. Hear about arctic survival gear, sleds, racing equipment, and working with sled dogs. Visit the puppy yard and linger with the friendly adult racing dogs. Whether or not you're a passionate dog lover, you'll gain respect and admiration for these hard-working dogs and their remarkable fortitude under the care of expert mushers.

Day 6 - IVALO - KARASJOK, NORWAY - HONNINGSVAG Norwegian Good Today, cross the border into Norway and stop at Karasjok to visit the Sami Cultural Park, to learn about the traditions and lifestyle of this semi-nomadic people. Later, reach Honningsvag, the most northerly town in Norway. (B,D)
242mi/ 390km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Explore the fascinating Sami culture, history, and traditions with a visit to the Sami Cultural Park in Karasjok. Browse exhibitions that feature Sami art, handicrafts, traditional clothing, and artifacts to understand the history of the Sami people, their way of life, and their struggles for cultural preservation and recognition.

Day 7 - HONNINGSVAG - EXCURSION TO THE NORTH CAPE - ALTA The Old Men & The Sea Today, stand in the northernmost point of Europe with a visit to the North Cape Hall and Visitor Center, located on a cliff 307 meters above the Arctic Ocean. Capture this incredible moment with a photo opportunity at the Globe Monument, the symbol of the North Cape. Later, arrive in Alta. (B)
168mi/ 270km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
THE EDGE OF THE WORLD The North Cape cliff plateau has long been an important navigation mark for shipping traffic in the north. In 1553, an English expedition set sail under the command of commander Richard Chancellor in search of the North-East passage to China. Though unsuccessful, the expedition's sea charts were the first to mention the name, North Cape. Today, the cape offers an outstanding vantage point beneath the midnight sun with spectacular views of the Barents Sea.

Day 8 - ALTA - TROMSØ Written in Stone This morning, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Rock Art Museum in Alta, Northern Europe's largest and richest rock-carving site. Arrive in Tromso late afternoon with free time to stroll the city. (B)
186mi/ 300km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ANCIENT TREASURES Experience the Rock Carvings Museum and walk along the pathways amid the fascinating ancient rock carvings created 2,000 to 6,200 years ago to illustrate the lives and livelihoods of hunter-gatherers and fishermen beside stunning views of the Alta Fjord.

Day 9 - TROMSØ Shining Lights Today, join an orientation walk, featuring a visit to the Arctic Cathedral. Discover more of Tromso during your free time and this evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your travel companions. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICY ARCHITECTURE The Arctic Cathedral stands proud at the end of Tromso bridge, clearly visible from the centre of the town. Strip lights have been positioned between the eleven lamella panels that make up the church walls. When darkness falls, the church's unusual shape is visible from all parts of Tromso to represent the light in the long, dark winter days.

Day 10 - TROMSØ Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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  Tour Name   Top Of Scandinavia With Arctic Circle
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  Tour Duration    10 Days
  Start City:   Helsinki
  End City:   Tromso
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Features

  • City Highlights
  • Transportation
  • Travelers Notes
  • Special Features Included in this Tour:
    - Guided sightseeing tour of Helsinki
    - Orientation tour of Oulu
    - Visit to Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi
    - [LF] Arctic Circle Certificate
    - Visit to a [LF] husky farm with traditional Sami culture snacks
    - Visit to the Sami Cultural Park at Karasjok
    - Visit to North Cape Hall and Visitor Center in Honningsvag?Europe's most northern point
    - Visit the Rock Carvings Museum in Alta
    - Orientation Walk in Tromso featuring the Arctic Cathedral
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  • ALTA|EUROPE|FINLAND|FIRST-CLASS|GL_EUROPE|GL_NORTHERN_EUROPE|GLOBUS|HELSINKI|HONNINGSVAG|IVALO|KARASJOK|LUOSTO|NORTH CAPE|NORWAY|OULU|Private Touring|ROVANIEMI|SCANDINAVIA|TA_US_UNDISCOVERED_EUROPE|TROMSO|TROMSØ|UNDISCOVERED GLOBUS
  • Product Group
  • Top of Scandinavia with Artic Circle
  • Small Group
  • Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There's always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers"while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you've been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour"without the crowds.
  • Private Touring
  • 6 guests in a party: $3,234*
    18 guests in a party: $852*
  • UNESCO Sites
  • Rock Art of Alta
  • Meals
  • 9 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners
  • Title
  • Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle