Northern Lights Adventure (7 Day • Land Based Tour • to ) January 23-29, 2022

Kelo Glass Igloo Accommodations

• Husky Dog Sled Safari UofL Rate: Sold Out *Waitlist Only • Husky Dog interaction • Snowmobile Safari with a day trip to for ice fishing INCLUSIONS • Sami culture Village with a traditional open fire soup lunch • 3 nights at the Hotel Glo Kluuvi Helsinki (or similar) including • Visit to the Sami Museum Siida (a Lappish reindeer village) all taxes and fees • Smoke sauna and Ice pool experience (weather permitting) • Tour of Helsinki • Visit to Santa’s home and Celebration House • Roundtrip airfare from Helsinki to Ivalo, Finland • Thermal clothing for some events and snowmobile gear (above the ) • The services of a Globus Tour Director throughout the tour • 3 nights in an upgraded Kelo Glass Igloo, the most • University of Louisville Escorts luxurious accommodations at the resort • A Pretour Documents Party in Louisville • All Group transfers • Special U of L gifts and surprises • All porterage • 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 6 dinners • Motorcoach transportation only for the U of L group EXCLUSIONS • International airfare to and from Finland • All included tours and activities mentioned in the itinerary • Meals and beverages not included in the itinerary • Reindeer Sled Safari with visit to a traditional reindeer herder’s shelter (coffee and snacks provided) • Optional tours • Aurora hunting • Any Items of a personal nature • Other expenses not mentioned in the itinerary

For questions or to reserve your cabin, please contact Patti George or Sherry Riggs at Groups by Design: Patti George: (502) 648-5594 | Sherry Riggs: (502) 426-2441 | Email: [email protected]

NOTE: THIS TOUR IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 36 THAT SIGN UP. RESERVATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE ORDER RECEIVED. A $500 PER PERSON NONREFUNDABLE DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE. FINAL PAYMENT IS NOVEMBER 1, 2021.

1 City of Helsinki

ITINERARY | Finland Northern Lights Adventure

Board your overnight flight to Helsinki – Saturday, January 22, 2022

DAY 1 – Sunday, January 23 | Arrival in Helsinki, Finland Welcome to Helsinki, Finland’s vibrant capital city! Upon arrival, a group transfer is provided to your hotel. Once you’ve settled, please enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure and plan to join your Tour Director for a welcome group dinner in the evening. Included Meals | Dinner Note: Group needs to arrive together on the same flight for the group transfer to the hotel. Individual transfer costs can be quoted separately.

DAY 2 – Monday, January 24 | Helsinki A guided Helsinki sightseeing tour introduces you to the City Hall and the Parliament House, the Presidential Palace, the monumental railroad station, Senate Square and the great Helsinki ,the city’s most iconic building. See the Olympic Stadium, the Sibelius Monument, and Helsinki’s local arts and crafts Open-Air Market. The afternoon is at leisure to explore Helsinki on your own. A group dinner will be provided later in the evening. Helsinki by Day Included Meals | Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 3 – Tuesday, January 25 Flight to Ivalo – Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort This morning board your flight to Ivalo to experience magical . Like a storybook come to life, Lapland’s culture is steeped in myth and legend. Relish encounters with reindeer and unspoiled views of the northern lights (weather permitting). A transfer is provided to Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, your home for the next three nights. Kakslauttanen is one of the world’s best places to observe the northern lights since there is virtually no light pollution and very few trees obscuring the sky nearby. At the breathtaking Kakslauttanen Resort above the arctic circle, spend all 3 nights in your very own upgraded accommodation – Kelo Glass Igloos with a full bathroom, sauna, fireplace, and kitchen in the new West Village area. These Kelo Igloos are the most top of the line accommodations offered at the resort. Typically accommodating 6 people, this tour ensures a spacious experience with 2 UofL passengers per igloo that features an unique glass dome bedroom (see map above and image on pg.3).

2 Kelo Glass Igloo Accommodations

Depart the resort this afternoon for a Husky Safari that provides a winter equipment fitting. Your guide will introduce you to the friendly dogs who are eagerly waiting in front of the sleds. Husky dogs love running and can’t wait to get going! Your guide will give instructions on how to stop, turn, and drive the husky sled pulled by several dogs. The sled is for two people – one is seated in the sleigh, the other is standing and driving in the back (you may swap drivers half way). You will enjoy riding in the wintry forest as much as the dogs! After arriving at the farm and thanking your dogs for the adventure together, it’s time to enjoy a hot drink and some husky stories. Later this evening we’ll depart the hotel and head out in search for the Aurora Borealis – casting their magical glow across the Arctic Sky. Included Meals | Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 – Wednesday, January 26 – Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort Your day begins with a relaxing Reindeer Safari, the authentic way to experience the arctic wilderness and culture. Your guide will provide thermal outfits at the farm. After a photo opportunity with the reindeer, it’s time to sit comfortably in the sled under warm blankets and head into the wilderness. Relax and breathe in the fresh air and listen to the soundscape of the arctic wilderness. After the ride, you will visit a Husky Safari traditional reindeer herder’s shelter and home “kota” to enjoy coffee prepared on open fire and a Finish treat as you learn about the fascinating nature and culture of the region. This afternoon visit Santa’s Resort. Mrs. Claus will greet you by the reindeer fence and take you to Santa’s cozy and beautiful crafted home where you can experience Christmas all year! Meet the legend Santa Claus himself, then visit the impressively decorated Celebration House where you will enjoy a hot drink. Keep your eyes peeled – you might see some elves along the way! Reindeer Safari Tonight relax and unwind in one of Kakslauttanen’s Smoke Saunas, the traditional Finnish wellbeing experience. Sauna is an integral part of Finnish culture. For centuries, it has been a place for physical and spiritual cleansing. Kakslauttanen’s traditional smoke saunas are heated for hours for the optimal experience. Step in, smell the wood, and feel the comfortable warmth and moisture on your skin. Afterwards, you may wish to take a cool dip in the Ice Pool, only steps away from the sauna. A roll in the snow or a cold shower is a good option too! Included Meals | Breakfast, Dinner

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Day 5 – Thursday, January 27 – Kakslauttanen. Excursion to Lake Inari Depart today for Lake Inari, the second largest lake in Finland, with almost 4000 islands. The whole lake is frozen which is a magical site in itself. Your guide will provide you with riding gear and instructions. Your Snowmobile Adventure begins as you make the scenic drive to the ice fishing spot. Once you’ve arrived, you will drill a hole in the ice in preparation for fishing. While you wait for your big catch, relax, take in the quiet atmosphere around you, and admire the scenery. Note: The excursion includes thermal clothing and driving gear. The snowmobile is for two people where one is driving and other sits in the back (you may swap drivers half way). Drivers need to be 18 years of age with a driver’s license. Next, warm up over lunch with a nice traditional soup by the fire. Afterwards, continue your journey back to Inari to visit to the Sámi Museum Siida (a Lappish reindeer village) where you will gain insight into the intriguing culture of the Sámi, the only indigenous people from the European Union, along with other fascinating facts about Lappish lands and life. Tonight enjoy a special Lappish dinner at the resort! Included Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 – Friday, January 28 – Kakslauttanen - Ivalo - Helsinki Northern Lights Board your flight back to Helsinki today. Upon arriving, the afternoon is at your leisure to explore the city at your own pace. Your Tour director will be available to provide suggestions and help you navigate the area. Tonight, enjoy a group farewell dinner at the hotel! Included Meals | Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 – Saturday, January 29 – Departure from Helsinki Hyvästi! (goodbye!) A group transfer is provided to the airport for your departure flight. Kelo Glass Igloo Views Included Meals | Breakfast 4