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Nellim Œ Christmas Northern Lights Over Lake Inari Nellim – Christmas Northern Lights over Lake Inari HOLIDAY TYPE: Small Group BROCHURE CODE: 2899 VISITING: Finland DURATION: 5 nights Knowing exactly the best places to see the Northern Lights invariably comes down to local knowledge and experience. Every holiday provided by The Aurora Zone has been designed in conjunction with our local partners in Finland, Sweden, Norway and Iceland to ensure that we are providing the best possible Aurora hunting experience. Similarly, during daylight hours when you are not Aurora hunting, we want you to experience the absolute best of your chosen destination. To achieve this goal, we have again engaged local experts and guides to ensure that your entire stay is an unforgettable experience. Ali Mclean The Artisan Travel Company Ltd t/a The Aurora Zone Suite 2 Netherton Park Stannington Northumberland NE61 6EF T: 01670 785012 E: [email protected] Company Registration No. 4482022 VAT Registration No. 865938172 Key facts Our Opinion Pace: Active Four members of our office, travelling on different occasions, had their very first sighting of the Northern Lights Suitable for: at Nellim. Imagine what it would be like getting to do so Ages 18+ with a reasonable level of physical during the Christmas period, all while taking part in the very fitness. See our terms for further information. best winter activities! Nellim’s Aurora Camps are perfectly placed in the wilderness, so you will have excellent chances In Brief of seeing the Northern Lights. This festive five-night version of our bestselling ‘Northern Lights over Lake Inari’ holiday lets you celebrate the Christmas Jono Archer period in Finnish style, with classic winter activities, fantastic hospitality and a selection of dedicated hunts for the Aurora Borealis. The Artisan Travel Company Ltd t/a The Aurora Zone Suite 2 Netherton Park Stannington Northumberland NE61 6EF T: 01670 785012 E: [email protected] Company Registration No. 4482022 VAT Registration No. 865938172 What's included? Flights: Return from London to Kittilä (via Helsinki). Regional and non-UK departures available on request (flight routes are subject to change) Transfers: Return airport transfers Accommodation: 5 nights' accommodation in twin/double hotel rooms. Apartment/cabin upgrades available (supplements apply) Meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners The following activities and equipment are included: snowshoeing, two Aurora Camp evenings, husky safari, Aurora snowmobile safari, snowmobile safari to reindeer farm, Christmas festivities (the order of activities is subject to change) Cold weather clothing for the duration of your stay Aurora alert until approximately 1am Services of our expert guides and representative Trip Overview ‘Northern Lights over Lake Inari’ is one of our most popular Aurora Zone holidays, offering all the classic snow-based activities and multiple opportunities for spotting the Northern Lights. This five-night Christmas version our bestselling trip adds a seasonal sparkle to what is already a thrilling winter getaway. During the day, you will power away on snowmobiles over the landscape and also explore the magnificent surrounding region on a 17km husky safari, where an energetic pack of dogs will carry your sled along. You will also spend time at a reindeer farm, getting an inside look at this traditional local way of life and learning how to throw a lasso like a real herder. Two evenings will be spent at Nellim’s special Aurora Camps. The hotel has several of these dotted around the area, set in ideal wilderness locations for observing the Northern Lights. Sip a hot drink by a crackling fire and gaze at the skies above. Another evening will be spent chasing the Aurora on snowmobiles. You can also upgrade to spend a night in one of Nellim’s amazing Aurora Bubbles, allowing you to watch for the Northern Lights from the comfort of your bed. The Artisan Travel Company Ltd t/a The Aurora Zone Suite 2 Netherton Park Stannington Northumberland NE61 6EF T: 01670 785012 E: [email protected] Company Registration No. 4482022 VAT Registration No. 865938172 Traditionally, Finland holds its celebrations on Christmas Eve rather than Christmas Day. Following that practice, you will be treated to a wonderful Christmas dinner with delicious local specialities. Where better for such a festive meal than a land of reindeer and snow-covered fells? Sat on the shores of Inari – the largest lake in Northern Finland – Nellim Wilderness Hotel is the perfect spot for a Christmas getaway, with superb hospitality, excellent Aurora-viewing potential, and a magical natural environment. Image credits: Markku Inkila, Joanne Richardson & Kevin Owen Agenda Please note the order of activities is subject to change DAY Arrival and Welcome 1 Having landed at the airport, you will be collected and transferred to Nellim Wilderness Hotel, which sits next to beautiful Lake Inari, at just nine kilometres from the border with Russia. Look out for snowy forests and frozen trees as you are driven along to your accommodation. Should you reach in the early evening, a welcome meeting will be held with our representative to take you through the holiday itinerary and answer any questions you may have about your stay. You will also be given your cold- weather clothing and Aurora Alert before having a tasty dinner in the hotel restaurant. Save some time to head outside and look for the Northern Lights over Inari before heading to bed. You might also like to take part in a heated Aurora sleigh ride – see the ‘Personalise’ section for more details. If your flight lands later, your welcome meeting will be held the next morning, with a cold supper provided on arriving at the hotel. The unique advantage of arriving late is that you will be within an ideal time period for encountering the Northern Lights. During your stay, you may wish to spend one of your nights in Nellim’s splendid Aurora Bubbles. Please see the ‘Personalise’ section for more information and speak to our Travel Experts to arrange this. Included Meals: Dinner DAY Snowshoes and Aurora Camp 2 Following breakfast, you will be taught how to fasten snowshoes before journeying with a guide into the white landscape for a walk. On this four-hour activity, you will make a stop along the way for a freshly prepared campfire lunch, depending on the weather. Snowshoeing immerses you in the natural world at a comfortable pace, allowing you multiple opportunities to spot local wildlife. After dinner, you will have your first of two sessions at a Nellim Aurora Camp. Enjoy a hot drink by an outdoor fire as you wait for the Northern Lights to make an appearance. Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner The Artisan Travel Company Ltd t/a The Aurora Zone Suite 2 Netherton Park Stannington Northumberland NE61 6EF T: 01670 785012 E: [email protected] Company Registration No. 4482022 VAT Registration No. 865938172 DAY Husky safari and Aurora snowmobile safari 3 No visit to Lapland can be considered complete without a husky safari, which is easily a favourite activity for both our office team and the travellers on our winter holidays. Today, you will be shown how to control a dogsled before setting off two people per sled over a distance of around 17 kilometres. The course will take you over lakes of ice and under snowy trees, and the experience will stay with you forever. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be had in the hotel restaurant. In the evening, you will stick to the theme of speed and take to snowmobiles for an evening Northern Lights hunt. These vehicles will allow you to get past any areas of cloud cover to increase your chances of seeing Aurora displays. While you will travel two per snowmobile, it will be possible to swap the roles of driver and passenger along the way. Please note that anyone who wishes to drive a snowmobile must be in possession of a full driving licence. Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY Snowmobiling to a reindeer farm, Christmas Dinner, Aurora Camp 4 The culture of Finland’s indigenous Sámi people can be seen throughout the country. After breakfast, you will get a glimpse of how central reindeer herding is to their way of life. Getting back on the snowmobiles, you will travel to a local reindeer farm and meet one of the herders and their animals. After learning how the animals are taken care of, you will be taught how to throw a lasso and will get to practice on some reindeer antlers. It might be made to look easy, but it is trickier than you think! Lunch will be had back at Nellim. Finns hold their main celebrations on Christmas Eve rather than Christmas Day, so tonight’s meal will be an appropriately festive dinner with national delicacies. You will then have your second Aurora Camp session – fingers crossed that a bright display calls welcomes in your Christmas Day! Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY Free day on Christmas Day 5 We have left Christmas Day free for you to celebrate as you wish, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included. However you decide to spend it, you can be sure of enchantingly snowy surroundings. As the order of activities is subject to change, it may be that one of your activities falls on the 25th. Either way, your Christmas will be unforgettable! Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner DAY Depart or extend stay 6 The Artisan Travel Company Ltd t/a The Aurora Zone Suite 2 Netherton Park Stannington Northumberland NE61 6EF T: 01670 785012 E: [email protected] Company Registration No. 4482022 VAT Registration No. 865938172 After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your homeward journey. Should you wish to stay on, we highly recommend arranging to stay for a night in the Sarmi Wilderness Lodge.
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