LAPLAND AND THE NORTH CAPE
Indicative itinerary subject to changes until departure date
DAY 1 – ROVANIEMI
Arrival and transfer to the hotel at the client's expense. Accommodation.
DAY 2 – ROVANIEMI / SANTA CLAUS HOLIDAY VILLAGE / KIRUNA
Breakfast. Start the day with a magical visit to Santa Claus' village, in the middle of the Arctic Circle, where you can discover his personal office and the authentic Christmas post office. In the afternoon, continuation of the adventure to Sweden, crossing the mythical Sami lands until arriving in Kiruna. Dinner and accommodation.
DAY 3 – KIRUNA / ABISKO / NARVIK / HARSTAD
Breakfast. Departure to Norway, crossing the imposing Abisko National Park, in the Arctic heart of Lapland. Take a walk through its majestic landscapes, dominated by high mountains, dense forests and crystal-clear rivers, offering a unique natural experience. Continue the journey along the Arctic route until reaching Narvik. A key city in the history of World War II, visiting its fascinating war museum. Here, discover the events that marked the battle of Narvik and its strategic importance. Dinner and accommodation.
DAY 4 – HARSTAD / SVOLVÆR / KABELVÅG / HARSTAD
Breakfast. Depart Harstad for Melbu and Fiskebøl, enjoying the breathtaking views of the Norwegian coastal landscape. Continuation to Svolvær, the heart of the Lofoten Islands, with time at leisure to explore the town and enjoy a lunch (not included) at one of the local restaurants. After the break, continuation to Henningsvær, a charming fishing village known for its colorful houses and picturesque atmosphere. Visit Kabelvåg, one of the oldest settlements in the region, with its rich maritime history. Return to Harstad in the late afternoon. Dinner and accommodation.
DAY 5 – HARSTAD / MALSELVFOSSEN / TROMSØ
Breakfast. Departure to the impressive waterfalls of Malselvfossen, known for being one of the longest waterfalls in Norway and a privileged place to observe the salmon in full migration. After enjoying this spectacular scenery, continue the journey to Tromsø, the capital of the Arctic. Walking tour with the guide, discovering the main attractions of the city and its lively harbor, reflecting the vibrant maritime past of the region. Dinner and accommodation.
DAY 6 – TROMSØ / ALPES DE LYNGEN / HONNINGSVÅG / NORTH CAPE
Breakfast. Departure to the North Cape through the Lyngen Alps, with their majestic mountains and fjords that adorn an unforgettable landscape. Along the way, stops to admire the views and take pictures. Arrival at the hotel in Honningsvåg for dinner. Afterwards, depart for an evening excursion to the North Cape promontory, to enjoy spectacular views of the Arctic Ocean and, conditions permitting, the midnight sun. A unique experience in a place that symbolizes the end of the continent. Return to Honningsvåg and accommodation.
DAY 7 – HONNINGSVÅG / ALTA / ENONTEKIÖ
Breakfast. Departure to Alta, known for its impressive collection of prehistoric petroglyphs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Alta museum, where you will have the opportunity to explore in the open air these fascinating rock inscriptions that tell the story of the life of the first civilizations of the region. After the visit, continue on to the Enontekiö region, in the heart of Lapland, famous for its Sami culture and vast Arctic landscapes. During the tour, cross breathtaking natural scenery, with forests, rivers and tundra, which define the Lappish landscape. Arrival at the hotel in the afternoon. Dinner and accommodation.
DAY 8 – ENONTEKIÖ / LEVI / ROVANIEMI
Breakfast. Departure to Levi, to visit the Samiland Museum, dedicated to the culture and traditions of the Sami, the indigenous people of the region. Time to explore the outer parts of the museum, where architectural elements and cultural activities reflecting Sami life in harmony with nature are exhibited. Time at leisure until our departure to Rovaniemi. Accommodation.
DAY 9 – ROVANIEMI
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport at the client's expense.