Winter Wonders of Helsinki and Lapland

Upon landing at Helsinki Airport your private driver meets you for a smooth transfer to the prestigious Hotel Kamp located in the elegant city centre. After settling into your Deluxe Room you have the remainder of the day to explore at your own pace. You may choose to wander through the atmospheric streets surrounding Esplanadi Park, stop in one of the refined cafés or simply rest after your travels. The hotel’s surroundings offer easy access to shops, galleries and historic buildings, making it an inviting place for a gentle introduction to Finland’s capital.

The evening is entirely yours, allowing you to set the tone for the days ahead whether with a relaxed dinner or a quiet stroll past the beautifully lit architecture near the harbour. It is a comfortable and slow paced beginning before the adventures to come in Lapland.

After breakfast your private guide collects you for a three hour tour of Helsinki’s most distinctive neighbourhoods and landmarks. Depending on your preferences you might explore Senate Square with its striking white cathedral, the bustling Market Square by the waterfront or the Oodi Library renowned for its contemporary design. You also have time to admire the unique Rock Church and the green spaces around Sibelius Park. The tour combines architectural highlights and cultural insights in a relaxed format ensuring plenty of opportunities for photographs.

The afternoon is left free so you can continue exploring independently or simply unwind in comfort. Returning to Hotel Kamp, you may enjoy its refined atmosphere or venture out to discover local cuisine. This flexible day provides a thoughtful blend of guided discovery and personal time in one of the Nordic region’s most appealing capitals.

Following breakfast you check out and transfer back to Helsinki Airport for your flight to Kittilä. (Please note flights are not included). Upon arrival a driver meets you for the scenic 45 minute journey to Janka Resort set amongst frozen forests and sweeping snow covered landscapes. After check in you are provided with your winter kit ensuring you are fully prepared for the Arctic conditions.

Your luxury villa features floor to ceiling windows, a private sauna and an outdoor hot tub designed for relaxation beneath the winter sky. Dinner is served in the resort’s restaurant which blends Lappish and French influences. The evening offers a gentle introduction to the tranquillity of Lapland, allowing time to unwind in your villa and admire the surrounding wilderness.

A hearty breakfast begins an exciting day as you join a half day husky tour in a small group setting. The experience offers an authentic glimpse into traditional Arctic travel as you glide through snow covered trails led by an enthusiastic team of sled dogs. After lunch back at the resort the afternoon is yours to relax or to explore the surroundings using the complimentary snowshoes. With the villa’s private sauna and hot tub waiting your downtime is as restorative as the activities are invigorating. Dinner is served in the resort restaurant followed by opportunities to watch the sky for the Northern Lights which often appear on clear winter nights.

This morning you enjoy breakfast before setting out on a peaceful reindeer sleigh ride, another quintessential Lapland experience. The journey offers gentle movement through pristine forest with time to appreciate the quiet beauty of the landscape. Lunch is provided back at the resort and the afternoon is free for rest or leisurely exploration.

After dinner you join a dedicated Northern Lights hunt by snowshoe accompanied by an experienced guide who helps you reach dark and open areas for the best viewing opportunities. With luck you may witness the Aurora dancing across the sky creating memories that define a winter visit to the Arctic.

After breakfast you embark on a half day snowmobile adventure limited to a small group of eight guests. The tour offers both excitement and the chance to access wider stretches of wilderness far beyond the resort. You follow marked trails past frozen lakes and serene forests learning about the region’s terrain along the way. After lunch the afternoon is left completely open giving you time to rest in your villa, enjoy the sauna or simply appreciate the views from your large panoramic windows. Dinner is served in the atmospheric restaurant offering comforting and refined dishes inspired by Lappish produce.

Breakfast is followed by a forest skiing tour suitable for most fitness levels. This quiet and immersive experience allows you to glide through soft powder trails surrounded by pristine wilderness. The tour is both active and meditative showcasing Lapland’s remarkable stillness. Lunch is served on your return and the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure giving you the option to revisit favourite activities, relax in your villa or enjoy one final sauna session. Dinner that evening continues the resort’s theme of high quality Lappish and French influenced cuisine making it a warm and indulgent end to your final full day.

After breakfast you check out of your villa before your private transfer collects you for the return journey to Kittilä Airport. The drive offers one last chance to take in the forests and frozen vistas that have shaped your stay. This gentle departure marks the end of an itinerary that has combined adventure, cultural exploration and luxurious tranquillity.