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* Per person in double/twin room: • EUR 5.890,00

Supplement for single room: EXPERIENCE THIS UNIQUE JOURNEY TO NORTHERN • EUR 1.585,00 AND LAPLAND AND BE AMAZED BY A BLEND OF FIRST CLASS TRAVEL, WITH THE MOST FASCINATING AND INVIGORATING 3rd adult in extra bed sharing double/twin room: WINTER ACTIVITIES IN THE REGION. YOU WILL SAIL ALONG THE • EUR 5.420,00 COAST FROM TO SVOLVAER AND EXPERIENCE AMAZING SCENERIES ON YOUR WAY. IN SVOLVAER A SEA *Child (7-12 years), per child when sharing room EAGLE RIB SAFARI AWAITS YOU, FOLLOWED BY AN EVENING OF with parents: LOCAL HISTORY AND DINING. A 3-HOUR GUIDED TOUR WILL • EUR 4.990,00 TAKE YOU AROUND THE CITY OF TROMSO BEFORE YOU GO LOOKING FOR THE NORTHERN LIGHTS AND VISIT WITH 300 *Please note! The dinner included in the program will apply a supplement of EUR 150 for group 1 due to the special New Year’s Eve Dinner. HUSKIES. THE AWARD-WINNING MUSEUM IS ALSO ON THE LIST OF MEMORABLE VISITS. IN CHOOSE TO TRY The Northern Lights are weather dependent and cannot be guaranteed as they are a natural phenomenon. ONE OF THE DELICACIES OF THE NORTH ON A KING CRAB SAFARI. YOU WILL STAY IN SAARISELKA WITH ITS DAZZLING WHITE LANDSCAPE AS WELL AS IN ROVANIEMI AND SINETTA, WITH ONE NIGHT IN THE EXTRAORDINARY ARCTIC GLASS ✓ 15 nights in First Class hotels in standard double/twin rooms with private facilities IGLOOS. WEATHER PERMITTING, YOU WILL SEE THE BREATH TAKING NORTHERN LIGHTS FROM YOUR BED. EXPERIENCE ✓ 15 breakfasts, buffet style SANTA CLAUS VILLAGE AND VISIT THE HOME OF SANTA CLAUS ✓ 3 dinners, 4 lunches & 1 picnic as mentioned in the program IN ROVANIEMI. THE HIGHLIGHT OF THIS WINTER ADVENTURE ✓ Bi-lingual Tour Escort (English & Spanish or Portuguese) from Day IS THE ‘SAMPO’ ICEBREAKER SAFARI WHERE YOU HAVE A 1 to Day 16 inclusive CHANCE TO TAKE A SWIM IN THE FRESH ARCTIC WATERS OF ✓ 3-hours guided city tour of Tromso KEMI. ✓ Flight from to Harstad included

✓ Regular departure transfer from Harstad Airport

• Activities everyday ✓ Regular transfer to Rovaniemi Airport • Sail along the coast of Norway ✓ The long-distance coach from day 2-15 offers WIFI • The magnificent Lofoten Islands by sea ✓ All tours and transportation, as mentioned in the program • Fishing Village Walk & Dinner at Borsen Spiseri in Svolvaer ✓ Visits, excursions and entrances as mentioned in the program • Visit to the award-winning Alta Museum & the Northern Lights Cathedral in Alta ✓ Outdoor clothing for winter activities/safaris as mentioned in the • 1 night in a Glass Igloo program. For further information please consult the general • Visit Arctic Snow Hotel and dinner conditions • King Crab Safari • Reindeer farm visit with sledge drive Please note! Regular Transfer Services included in the program are only available for transfers from Harstad Airport & to Rovaniemi Airport and only on the • Snowshoes Safari published official date of end of the tour. Arrival transfer from Gardermoen • Husky farm visit with sledge drive Airport Oslo is not included. The transfers are escorted by an English-speaking • Rovaniemi and Santa Claus Village representative from Borealis Destination Management and is shared with other • Sampo Icebreaker cruise & ice swimming fellow passengers; therefore, minor waiting time at the airport may occur. This • Kemi Snow Castle visit (no guarantee) transfer service is not valid for passengers with pre/post nights or passengers who require private transfers – for a supplement, private transfers can be reserved.

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DAY FRIDAY 1 ARRIVAL – OSLO Thon Opera Hotel ****

Arrival to Gardermoen Airport in Oslo and transfer to the hotel on your own for check-in (not included). Please consult the Via Hansa & Borealis welcome letter, which you will receive upon check-in to your hotel, and kindly note where and when to meet your Tour Director.

*Group 1 will be accommodated at Hotel Bristol Oslo

Evening walking tour of Oslo 19.30 – 20.30 hours

Get ready for a walking tour of the Norwegian capital. You begin your visit outside with a walk around the new Opera House, which opened in April 2008. From the spectacular outdoor terrace, you will be able to enjoy stunning views across the Oslo fjord. During the tour you will walk through the cosy Karl Johan walking Street where you can see the Royal Palace and the end. The tour will pass by Aker Brygge where you can admire the modern architecture of Oslo and perhaps enjoy dinner in one of the many cosy restaurants of this popular area of the capital. Return to the hotel by your own.

OPTIONAL: THE OSLO GOURMET TOUR PRICE/PERSON: EUR 88 17:00 – 19:00 Min 4 persons

This exclusive and delicious gourmet tour will show you a totally different side of the city to what you have seen during your city sightseeing tour. If you would love to experience the new style of the Norwegian cuisine, this tour is something for you. You will have around 4 to 5 different tastings on your tour, which makes up for a whole meal. The tour will be directed by an English- speaking guide taking you through Oslo city by foot. The tour will be a two-kilometer walk. REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING

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DAY SATURDAY Breakfast OSLO – HARSTAD 2 Scandic Harstad ***+

Early breakfast at the hotel. Private transfer to the Oslo airport, from where you will take a direct flight to Harstad (included). Your private bus is waiting for you at Harstad/ Evenes Airport and will drive you to Harstad. The trip to Harstad city is approximately an hour ride during which you will get many beautiful impressions on the way. Check in at the hotel.

*Group 1 will be accommodated at Thon Hotel Harstad

OPTIONAL AURORA BOREALIS TOUR PRICE/PERSON: EUR 240,00

DURATION: 19:00 – 23:00 Minimum 4 persons Includes: transfers, snacks, Norwegian stew and a beverage

On this Aurora Borealis tour, you will go to Solli mountain, where you will visit the Aurora Summit Lodge on the top of the mountain, which is 535 meters above sea level. You are transported to the summit by snowmobiles and sleds, dressed in a warm snowsuit, shoes, gloves and helmets. On the top of the mountain you have the chance to experience the dancing Aurora Borealis and inside the summit lounge you can keep warm by the big bonfire. You are served Aurora Cocktails in glasses made of ice and you can have a taste of the very typical Norwegian dried reindeer meat chips. An Aurora film on the snow will be shown while you are sitting around the fire. Transfer back to the hotel. REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING

DAY SUNDAY Breakfast 3 HARSTAD – SVOLVAER Thon Svolvaer ****

Early breakfast at the hotel. Your luggage will be transferred on land by your private bus for you to enjoy your time on the even more. The pier from where the Hurtigruten departs is within walking distance from your hotel.

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HURTIGRUTEN FROM HARSTAD – SVOLVAER DURATION: 08:30 – 18:30

Since 1893 the Hurtigruten ships been very well-known in the northern coast of Norway. Experience Norway’s most beautiful fjords, nice harbor and amazing sceneries on your way! From the panoramic lounge you will be able to see the magnificent nature of Norway. During your time on deck you will have time to enjoy lunch at your own. Upon arrival in Svolvaer you will check in to your hotel located right next to the Hurtigruten Terminal in Svolvaer. Evening at leisure.

DAY MONDAY Breakfast & Dinner 4 SVOLVAER Thon Svolvaer ****

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning at leisure. Make yourself ready to meet in Svolvaer centrum at 11.00 where your RIB safari will start.

TROLLFJORD & SEA EAGLE RIB SAFARI INCLUDED DURATION: 11:30 – 13:30

Experience the magnificent Lofoten Islands by sea! With a bit of luck, you can see both eagles and seals, and a great variation of bird life on a trip to the Trollfjord. You will drive up the strait of Oyhellsundet and to the spectacular Trollfjord. Here you find historic sites, sandy white beaches (when there is no snow) and one of the most dramatic fjords of Norway. You also visit the whaling island Skrova with its charming harbour. All passengers will be outfitted with flotation suits. We recommend warm clothes as a base layer underneath as well as practical footwear.

FISHING VILLAGE WALK & DINNER AT BORSEN SPISERI DINNER INCLUDED DURATION: 17:00-20:00

Svinoya is the oldest part of Svolvaer, and has been a thriving, vibrant fishing village since 1828. You will experience a living fishing village and learn about the culture. Your guide will talk about how the fishermen lived 100 years ago and what happened in the Trollfjord in 1890. Hear all the stories, ask all the questions and smell and taste the stockfish. Remember warm clothes, sensible footwear and your camera to be able to capture the memories. You finish your evening with a 3-course dinner at Borsen Spiseri – the most distinctive restaurant in the Lofoten V I A H A N S A & B O R E A L I S 5

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Islands. The restaurant is housed in a venerable quayside warehouse dating back to 1828. The dishes you will be served are all made with unique, fresh and local ingredients from Lofoten.

DAY TUESDAY Breakfast 5 SVOLVAER – TROMSO Radisson Blu Tromso ****

Breakfast at the hotel. Your journey continues by bus to your next destination Tromso. Your bus trip from Svolvaer to Tromso will take around 10 hours (400 km). On your way you will take a stop at the famous Polar Park which is the world’s northernmost animal park. There you will have the unique opportunity to meet the wolves, bears, deer, elk and reindeer. A local guide will show you the park and tell you everything you want to know about the animals. If you feel hungry after the guided tour you can enjoy a delicious traditional Norwegian meal (not included) indoors in the cosy restaurant. After the visit at the Polar Park you will continue your journey to Tromso. Check in at your hotel. Evening at leisure.

DAY WEDNESDAY Breakfast & Dinner 6 TROMSO Radisson Blu Tromso ****

Breakfast at the hotel. This morning we depart by private coach for a 3-hour city sightseeing tour. This tour will be the perfect introduction to Tromso where you will visit the world’s most northern Botanical gardens. Here you can enjoy the views of the mountains to the east and south. Tromso enjoys a subarctic climate, its location corresponding to the northern coast of Alaska. Visit the Tromso University Museum where you will learn fascinating facts on nature and culture in . Learn about the indigenous Sami people, their traditional culture and recent history. Following this, you will continue on a tour around the island, passing Lake Prestvatn where the Meteorological Institute is situated. Travel across the bridge to the Arctic Cathedral for a visit to this masterpiece by Jan Inge Hovig. Built in 1965, the cathedral reflects north Norwegian nature, culture, and faith with a monumental stained-glass window.

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AURORA HUSKY VISIT DINNER INCLUDED DURATION: 18:30-23:00

Be ready for a pick-up right outside your hotel at 18:30 where you will be met by a representative from Tromso Villmarkssenter and taken on a 25-minute bus ride to the Aurora Camp. At the camp you will be equipped with thermal overalls and boots to keep you nice and warm all evening. 300 friendly Alaskan huskies are waiting to greet you and enjoy some cuddles, followed by an affectionate and playful visit to the puppy enclosure. Once you have filled up on puppy love, it is time to enjoy a traditional Norwegian dinner in our cosy Gamme-hut (turf home). You will be served Norwegian Bacalao, prepared with locally sourced cod and tomato sauce, and for dessert their savoury signature chocolate cake.

As it is impossible to predict when the Aurora will appear during the evening, your guide will keep a close eye on the sky for you and the program will be adjusted accordingly. For those of you who wish to sit outside and wait for it to appear, a bonfire will set the mood and keep you toasty.

DAY THURSDAY Breakfast 7 TROMSO - ALTA Thon Alta ***+

Breakfast at the hotel. The ride from Alta to Tromso is breath- taking regardless of the time of year. Stunning scenery and magnificent nature. This trip will be something that stay with you just a little longer. The distance between Tromso and Alta is about 300 km, the journey takes approximately 9 hours and include two ferry crossings. The tour will make a stop to enjoy lunch (not included) at the Bios Café in Storslett. Arrival in Alta and check in at your hotel. Evening at leisure.

OPTIONAL: NORTHERN LIGHTS TOUR - Storytelling PRICE: 155 EUR/PERSON 19:30– 23:30 Min 2 persons/ Includes: transfers between Alta and Sorrisniva, guide, sweets and hot drink during the trip max 15 persons

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This adventure begins with a pick up from the Scandic Hotel and a 20-minute bus ride into the countryside. The family owned Sorrisniva adventure facility is perfectly located to maximize your chances of seeing the magnificent Aurora Borealis in the time between September and March. In the company of a knowledgeable local guide you will take on the Northern Lights chase. Along the way you will have an excellent opportunity to learn more about the natural phenomenon as well as the local history of Alta. Your guide will also be very happy to help you catch some beautiful images with your own camera. During the trip you will be served sweets and a warm drink. You will return to Scandic Hotel around midnight. REQUIRES PRE- BOOKING

DAY FRIDAY Breakfast 8 ALTA Thon Alta ***+

Breakfast at the hotel before departing for the prestigious EMYA award-winning Alta museum. The museum is situated at the site of early settlement of dating from around 11,000 years ago and presents exhibitions on local culture and historic industries. A must-see for anyone visiting the area. Afterwards we will pay a visit to the modern Northern Lights Cathedral located in the central part of town.

ALTA MUSEUM INCLUDED

Experience the Northern Europe’s largest and richest rock carving site, inscribed on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Here you can walk on pathways arranged around the rock carving area while having a fantastic view over the Alta Fjord. The 2000 to 6200 years old rock carvings show the life of hunters and fishermen. You will have a guided tour at the museum with some free time afterwards to walk around in your own pace.

NORTHERN LIGHTS CATHEDRAL INCLUDED

The impressive Nordlyskatedralen is a result of an architectural competition launched in 2001. Designed by Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects in collaboration with architect Kolbjorn Jenssen of Link Arkitektur, the elegant and modern construction features concrete and wood with external cladding of titanium sheets. The central feature being the towering spiral with belfry. Inside the church you will find art work by Danish artist Peter Brandes. V I A H A N S A & B O R E A L I S 8

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OPTIONAL: SLEIGH RIDE UNDER THE NORTHERN LIGHTS PRICE/PERSON: 215 EUR Min 2 persons/Max 8 persons 20:00 – 24:00 Dinner included Includes: Transfer, traditional dinner including dried meat chips w/dip, reindeer meat, lingonberry sauce, homemade cinnamon rolls, bonfire-coffee and glogg

This tour offers you an evening of cozy adventure. You will be picked up in Alta and driven to a farm in the nearby countryside where you will climb aboard a sleigh and get bundled up in warm blankets. Your sleigh is then pulled by a Norwegian Fjord Horse through the forest and along the Alta River, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the peace and beauty all around you. Near the end of the ride, you will stop at a wilderness shelter where a light dinner will be served around a warm fire. Under the right conditions you might also be able to captures some beautiful images of the Northern Lights. REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING

DAY SATURDAY Breakfast 9 ALTA - SAARISELKA Santa’s Tunturi Hotel****

Breakfast at the hotel before departure. In the comforts of our coach you will make your way south from Alta to Saariselka. The journey takes approximately 6 hours, during which you will have the opportunity to take in the breath-taking beauty of the changing Nordic landscape. The tour will make a stop along the way to enjoy lunch (not included).

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DAY SUNDAY Breakfast & Lunch 10 SAARISELKA - KIRKENES Thon Hotel Kirkenes ****

Breakfast at the hotel followed by an early departure. You will be traveling the 270 km north to Kirkenes by coach, an approximately 4-hour journey transporting you through the beautiful northern Lapland. Your eyes will feast on breathtaking nature as you make your way up north. The tour makes a stop along the way to enjoy lunch. After check-in at Thon Hotel Kirkenes you will enjoy the amazing experience of the “KING CRAB SAFARI”, departing from your hotel at 13.00 hours.

KING CRAB SAFARI INCLUDED DURATION: APPROX 3-4 HOURS

“Rated one of the best 25 excursions in the World by National Geographic” One of the highlights of Northern Norway with the chance to taste one of the local delicacies known worldwide. Heading out on the Kirkenes Fjord you will come face to face with this giant of the sea on the King Crab safari. The red king crab found in the Barents Sea can reach up to two meters from claw to claw and weigh up to 15 kilos. Depending on the weather and ice the trip might be by boat or snowmobile drawn sleigh. Once your king crab has been caught, you are transferred to a remote cabin where the crab will be prepared for a delicious lunch. All equipment and clothing will be provided. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure.

DAY MONDAY Breakfast & Lunch 11 KIRKENES – SAARISELKA Santa’s Tunturi Hotel****

Depart Kirkenes travelling south through the northern Lapland landscape to the centre of Sami world at Inari, the capital of Lapland. Here we visit the Sami culture centre and parliament set in the heart of Sápmi in a unique natural landscape on the shore of Lake Inari, serving as a centre for Sámi self-governance,

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culture, education and know-how. Modern conference premises, facilities and technology go hand in hand with authentic, living Sámi culture. Lunch is included. After the visit we continue onto the tiny village of Saariselka, the centre of Finland’s winter sports. Check-in to the hotel and the rest of your day is at leisure.

OPTIONAL: NIGHT TO REMEMBER BY SNOWMOBILES PRICE/PERSON: 198 EUR 18:00 – 23:00 Dinner included Includes: Transfer, traditional Lappish dinner incl. fresh bread & butter, water & berry juice, berry pie, coffee/tea

Come and experience an exotic Arctic evening by driving through snow-covered forests and over treeless fells. With a little luck, if the sky is clear, the moon, stars and even the Northern Lights may show you the way. The safari is heading to the Igloo site, where you have the possibility to roam around the forest nearby and watch the Northern Lights video inside the igloo. A Northern Lights dinner will be served at the traditional Lappish wooden Kammi. Return to the hotel in bus. REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING *Note: To drive a snow mobile in Finland you must have a valid driver’s license from a country of issue which has signed the Road Traffic Convention of Geneva. Borealis Destination Management cannot accept responsibility for licenses that are not accepted. Please consult if you have any doubts.

DAY TUESDAY Breakfast 12 SAARISELKA Santa’s Tunturi Hotel****

In the morning, get ready for some fresh air activity literally following the footsteps of the Sami.

SNOWSHOES SAFARI INCLUDED DURATION: 1:30-1:45 HOURS

Put on your snowshoes and feel the crunch of snow under your feet. Capture the true feeling of winter in the northern woods as you explore the nearby white wilderness of forest and hills and Urho Kekkonen National Park, surrounding Saariselka. The afternoon is at leisure and we recommend trying a Finnish sauna, available at the hotel.

OPTIONAL: SNOW ADVENTURE WITH FATBIKES PRICE/PERSON: 95 EUR 13:00 – 16:00 Min 2 persons

Take a guided snow adventure with FatBikes! After receiving your helmet, bike, and instructions on how to handle the bike, the adventure is ready to start and take you through snowy landscapes of Saariselka. During the adventure you will enjoy the silence of the tranquil forests and nature around you. A break will

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be held for you to stop for a rest, fry sausages, and to enjoy some hot berry juice around an open fire. REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING

OPTIONAL: AURORA BOREALIS SLEIGH RIDE (no driving) PRICE/PERSON: 89 EUR (pulled by Snowmobile) Min 4 Persons 19:00 – 22:00

During this brisk safari you can just sit back and enjoy the view and ride! Your guide will take you up to the fell district to see the beautiful hilltop scenery with unlimited views of the northern sky. Your journey will head towards a beautiful fell cabin where you can enjoy warm berry juice while admiring the nature. If you are lucky, the sky will be clear to see the moon, the stars and even the Northern lights may appear! REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING

DAY WEDNESDAY Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 13 SAARISELKA - SINETTA Arctic Snow Hotel & Glass Igloos

In the morning after breakfast, the adventure continues as we make our way to Sinetta, located 25 km from Rovaniemi. Along the way, we will visit one of the highlights of the tour.

SAMI REINDEER FARM & SLEIGH RIDE INCLUDED DURATION: 2:00-2:30 HOURS, TOTAL LENGTH OF THE VISIT

Meet the traditional Sami farmers who will tell you about the reindeer, the Sami and teach you how to throw Suopunki (Sami lasso). Sitting in a two-person sleigh, pulled by your reindeer, you will experience this traditional and peaceful way of moving through the white landscape over the lake and through the forest, where the only sound you will hear is the melody of reindeer bells. A typical three course lunch is included at the farm.

OVERNIGHT IN A GLASS IGLOO INCLUDED

The journey continues south to Sinetta following the winding roads through the snowy forest and arriving at the unique Arctic Snow Hotel, where you will check-in to your private Glass Igloo. Enjoy the warmth of your Glass Igloo and weather permitting you will have the opportunity to marvel at the amazing Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) and the millions of stars from the comforts of your bed. In the evening, you are invited for a traditional Lappish three course dinner in a magnificent wooden “Kota” where fresh salmon is slowly grilled over the fire on a huge fire pit in the center.

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OPTIONAL: SNOW SAUNA & OUTDOOR JACUZZI PRICE: 65 EUR /PERSON 22:00 – 23:30 EXCLUSIVE FOR BOREALIS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT GUESTS

Even the most enthusiastic sauna bathers are deeply impressed by the snow sauna with its walls made of snow and ice. Only the sauna benches are made of wood! The sauna bathing experience is an astonishing combination of thick steam within intimate snow walls. Afterwards jump into the outdoor Jacuzzi and admire the Northern Lights or the spectacular starry night skies of Lapland. REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING

OPTIONAL: OVERNIGHT IN A SNOW SUITE with EVENING SAUNA & PRICE: 110 EUR /PERSON OUTDOOR JACUZZI EXPERIENCE OVERNIGHT INCL. SNOW SAUNA & OUTDOOR JACUZZI 22:00 – 23:00 SAUNA & JACUZZI ARE SHARED WITH OTHER BOREALIS DESTINATION MANAGEMENT GUESTS

Each year the snow hotel is built with local artists designing and creating the ice and wall sculptures that decorate the hotel and Snow suites. Each Snow Suite is different each year and offers a unique arctic experience to spend the night as the Sami once did in a snow igloo. A mattress on an ice bed with special arctic sleeping bags keep you warm in the ambient temperature of 0 and-5 C. REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING

DAY THURSDAY Breakfast & outdoor picnic 14 SINETTA – SANTA CLAUS VILLAGE - ROVANIEMI Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus****

Depart late in the morning for the next step on the winter adventure. Heading towards Rovaniemi, you stop on the banks of the Kemi-joki river to enjoy one of the most idyllic Husky Safaris of the region.

HUSKY FARM & SAFARI INCLUDED DURATION: 2:00-2:30 HOURS, TOTAL LENGTH OF THE VISIT 2 persons per sledge

The barking of enthusiastic dogs will welcome you to the most genuine Husky farm in Rovaniemi. The head musher will talk about the life and training of these Arctic animals and you will also have the chance to take some great photos. After brief instructions and riding in pairs, you embark on a run through the forest behind your pack of huskies. After the trip there is time to visit the farm and enjoy a traditional outdoor lunch of Lappish sausage grilled on the campfire followed by Lappish pancakes.

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The day continues with a visit to the world-famous Santa Claus Village, built right on the Arctic Circle and home to Santa Claus. Stop by his busy post office where you can ask Santa to send a letter to your loved ones just before Christmas. Take a step into the magical world of Santa’s home and meet Santa himself. No words can describe the emotions of this fairy-tale-like moment. It is something you will always remember. An absolute must for any visit to Lapland. The rest of the afternoon and evening are at leisure.

OPTIONAL: EXCURSION AURORA BOREALIS CAMP BY SNOW MOBILE PRICE /PERSON : 156 EUR Single supplement : 45 EUR 21:00 – 24:00 Snack included

This excursion takes you to the Aurora Borealis camp located approximately 10 km away from the city lights with unlimited view to the northern sky. At the resort you will find the Aurora Borealis theatre built inside a massive snow igloo, presenting a film about the myths and facts of this natural phenomenon along with spectacular photos of the Northern lights. You will also have time to roam around the resort, take a brisk sleigh ride in a snowmobile drawn sleigh, or simply lay back by the open fire in the snow observatory and admire the northern sky. Traditional reindeer burgers prepared on an open fire can be enjoyed in the Kota (teepee). And remember to bring your own camera! With a little luck the sky is clear and the moon, stars and even the Northern Lights may show up. Your guide will have tips on how to catch the Auroras with your camera, and tripods are available for you to use! REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING *Note: To drive a snow mobile in Finland you must have a valid driver’s license from a country of issue which has signed the Road Traffic Convention of Geneva. Borealis Destination Management cannot accept responsibility for licenses that are not accepted. Please consult if you have any doubts.

DAY FRIDAY Breakfast & Lunch 15 ROVANIEMI – KEMI (ICE-BREAKER CRUISE) – ROVANIEMI Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus****

Time for a swim as we head to the town of Kemi for a full day of activities. First a visit to the Snow Castle* with its special snow slide. Enjoy the snow sculptures and complex. Later you will experience one of the highlights of your winter adventure as we board the Sampo Icebreaker and spend 4 hours on this unforgettable vessel breaking though the ice of the northern Gulf of Bothnia. *Please note that the construction of the Snow Castle is dependent on the weather conditions and therefore not guaranteed to be open before the 19th of January

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SAMPO ICE BREAKER & ICE SWIMMING INCLUDED DURATION: 13:00-17:00 HOURS

This extraordinary experience includes a guided tour of the ship with its massive engine room, communications room and bridge, ice swimming and a three-course meal at the on-board restaurant. In the middle of the largest ice field in Europe, you have the opportunity to jump in the sea and float! You will of course be fitted with a warm survival suit and those of you who dare will receive a certificate by the ship authorities to attest your courage. An unforgettable experience. Return to Rovaniemi with early evening arrival at your hotel.

OPTIONAL: THE MAGIC OF THE ARCTIC CIRCLE PRICE /PERSON : 115 EUR Exclusive for Borealis Destination Management guests Min 6 persons 19:30 – 22:30 Dinner included Includes: Private transfer, guide, typical 3 course dinner incl. fresh bread & cheese, water, coffee/tea

You are invited to a perfect evening in Snowland, the first and only great Arctic construction in the capital of Lapland. Do not miss this unique opportunity to visit and dine in this idyllic igloo, which only opens its doors for special events. During this evening you will enjoy a dinner with local specialties and then sit on the white patio, around a bonfire, waiting for the Aurora Borealis. Snowland has been built in the vicinity of the city but with the purpose of offering the best conditions to appreciate the dance of the Aurora Borealis when it announces its arrival on the clear nights of Rovaniemi. REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING *This optional will be operated on Thursday or Friday, the day will be advised at destination.

DAY SATURDAY Breakfast 16 ROVANIEMI – DEPARTURE

Breakfast and the rest of your day at leisure until your regular transfer to Rovaniemi airport in good time for your departure flight.

END OF SERVICES THANK YOU FOR TRAVELLING WITH VIAHANSA & BOREALIS

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LAND OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS 2018/2019 16 days/ 15 nights. BOOKING CODES: DATES: - BDMENWL01: 28 DEC – 12 JAN - BDMENWL02: 25 JAN – 09 FEB - BDMENWL03: 08 FEB – 23 FEB - BDMENWL04: 22 FEB – 09 MAR - BDMENWL05: 01 MAR – 16 MAR - BDMENWL06: 08 MAR – 23 MAR

THE RATES DO NOT INCLUDE: - Beverages or any extras - Porter Service - Any services not mentioned in the program

HOTEL DESCRIPTIONS:

Thon Opera Hotel ****

The hotel is right next door to the Airport Train terminal at Oslo Central Train Station, so every possible public transport option is truly at your doorstep. Karl Johan high street is a two-minute walk from the hotel. Every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain accommodations have a sitting area for your convenience. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Scandic Harstad ****

The hotel in Harstad is in the center of town, close to the waterfront and public transportations. This is a great starting point for cycling excursions, a day trip to Lofoten, the Grottebadet water park or the nearby Golf course. Just around the corner you will also find cultural activities and exciting restaurants which serves food with local ingredients. The restaurant at the hotel serves a hearty breakfast every day. Lunch and dinner is served on request. In our bar we serve lighter food and drinks, on occasion accompanied by live music. As a guest you'll have access to free WIFI.

Thon Hotel Svolvaer ****

Thon Hotel Svolvaer is situated in the scenic harbor of the idyllic arctic village of Svolvaer, in the heart of Lofoten. The quay of the Hurtigruten cruise line is mere steps from the hotel, which is within walking distance of all the attractions of Svolvaer. The hotel is adjacent to Lofoten Kulturhus, a local arts & culture center.

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Radisson Blu Hotel Tromso ****

Right by Tromso Harbor, this hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. The 10th- floor fitness room and sauna are free and offer great city and mountain views. Most rooms of Radisson Blu Hotel Tromso offer views of the city, the Arctic Cathedral or Tromso Sound. All are decorated in warm, soothing tones. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. The Radisson Blu Tromso Restaurant “Aurora” serves regional dishes made from fresh, locally produced ingredients. Yonas Pizzeria has been making quality pizzas for almost 40 years. The Rorbua Pub offers beer from the world’s northernmost brewery and live music Wednesday to Saturday. During winter, guests might be lucky enough to see the Northern Lights from the hotel’s glass bridge.

Thon Hotel Alta ***+

Featuring free WIFI throughout the property, Thon Hotel Alta offers accommodations in Alta. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Some accommodations feature a sitting area to relax in after a busy day. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Bike rental is available at this hotel and the area is popular for biking. The nearest airport is Alta Airport, 4 km from the property.

Scandic Ishavshotel Tromso ****

Stay right by the quayside with a picturesque waterside location in Tromso and enjoy the fantastic views from the hotel. See the northern lights in the winter and the midnight sun in the summer. There is fresh seafood on offer at the Roast restaurant. The hotel has 214 rooms and most rooms are located at the very end of the quay and provide panoramic views of the surroundings.

Clarion the Edge ****

Opened in May 2014, this central Tromso hotel is located at the harbor, overlooking Tromso Sound and the Arctic Cathedral. It features modern rooms and on-site dining. Contemporary furnishings are featured in all the 300 rooms, as well as a large flat-screen TV and desk. The bathrooms include a shower and hairdryer. Kitchen & Table by Marcus Samuelsson restaurant serves New York-style dishes made from local ingredients.

Santa’s Tunturi Hotel ****

Santa's Hotel Tunturi offers cozy accommodation with 260 rooms and apartment suites. Sweet dreams in the silence of arctic wilderness. All rooms and apartments are located in six different blocks, reception being in the main building. The main building has a long history and its facade has functionalism features and was designed by awarded Finnish architect, Kurt Moberg. Santa's Hotel Tunturi has something to offer for all tastes. At their restaurants you can dine and dance from dusk till dawn. Whether you are fond of Lappish a la carte or Scandinavian fine dining you’ll find something for your taste.

Thon Hotel Kirkenes ****

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Thon Hotel Kirkenes is located right on the quay in the town center, with a view of the fjord and within minutes from Andersgrotta Bomb Shelter, dated from the Word War II. The hotel is one of the largest hotels in Kirkenes. It has modern designed rooms and a restaurant, which offers a broad selection of food and beverages.

Arctic Snow Hotel & Glass Igloos

The Arctic SnowHotel in Sinettä has since December 2014 offered unique Arctic Glass Igloos. They are ideally located next to the Snowhotel and optimized for the observation of the northern lights. The glass igloos are located in the Arctic Circle, far from the city lights of the town of Rovaniemi, Finland. Although there is no way to guarantee an Aurora sighting – since a clear sky, geomagnetic activity and a dash of luck are all needed – the probability of a great northern lights show at the Arctic Glass Igloos is almost optimal. The glass igloos are private, comfortable and spacious (20m²). They are warmly insulated with thermal-glass roofs and heated floors. In addition, the hotel offers their guests an optional northern light “Aurora Alarm” service free of charge.

Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus ****

Santa's Hotel Santa Claus is a modern hotel in the heart of the capital of Lapland as well as very close to nature. There is a total of 168 well-equipped, spacious rooms, decorated in Scandinavia style and with a fantastic room height of 3.5 meters in most cases. The hotel restaurant “Gaissa” offers an award-winning (Chaine des Rotisseurs) Lappish cuisine. In addition, the hotel bar is ideal for those who wish to enjoy a cup of coffee or a drink.

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Conditions – Winter Guaranteed Departures 2018/2019

1) RATES Destination Management is pleased to provide a visa support letter as All rates are retail sales rates and given per person in Euro. The rates basis for the travelers’ application to the Embassy of his or her home include all service taxes and reservation charges as well as the VAT country should a visa be required for the travelers in question. In order percentage known on day of issuing the program of each country for us to supply such a support letter we must receive the following included in the respective programs. We reserve the right to amend the information: full name, sex, date of birth, nationality, passport number rates in case of governmental interference beyond our control. and expiry date.

2) RESERVATIONS We kindly ask you to send your reservations by e-mail to 7) FORCE MAJEURE [email protected] stating the tour code. Borealis Destination Management Aps shall not be liable for any delay or The following information is needed to confirm the reservations: failure in its performance of any of the services when such delay or Booking code, type of room, full name, sex, date of birth, nationality, failure arises beyond its reasonable control, including without limitation, passport number and expiry date. acts of terrorism, civil insurrection, revolution, blockade, labor disputes Confirmation is subject to availability and therefore to confirmation. Our and strikes, material shortages, supplier failure, embargoes, rationing, confirmation will be returned within 48 hours during weekdays (Mon- acts of local, state or national governments or public agencies, utility or Fri). communication failures or delays, fire, acts of war, floods, epidemics, We should be glad to sign you up for a free sales agreement, information and riots. and requirement thereto to be forwarded separately. 8) ITINERARY AMENDMENTS 3) PAYMENTS We reserve the right to amend the itinerary and/or included entrances The rates are based on full pre-payment prior to departure. Invoices will without notice due to weather conditions or interference of local be forwarded in due time prior to the traveler’s arrival to destination. authorities, which is out of the control of Borealis Destination

4) GRACE PERIOD FOR RESERVATIONS Management Aps and its suppliers. The weather in Norway, especially * Reservations made more than 45 days prior to the beginning of the on fjords area, can be unpredictable during the season and road closures tour, may be cancelled within 10 working days (weekdays) from date of are sometimes enforced by local authorities, therefore some of the booking without cancellation charges. activities on this tour are subject to change or cancelation without * Reservations made between 45 days and 36 days prior to the beginning notice. Should the itinerary be amended due to unforeseen of the tour, may by cancelled within 5 working days (weekdays) without circumstances then we will endeavour to find suitable alternative penalties. activities. * Reservations made between 35 and 21 days prior to the beginning of the tour, may be cancelled within 3 working days (weekdays) without 09) HOTELS cancellation charges. Hotels confirmed for the respective dates are as per the program, there * Penalty will be imposed for cancellation of reservations made less than however might be a variation on some of the tours due to a difficult 20 days prior to the beginning of the tour, no matter the time of booking situation or similar. Should the actual hotel vary from the cancellation as follows. program, the tour operator will always be notified in advance and prior to the arrival of the passenger. 5) CANCELLATION CONDITIONS FOR TOURS IN LAPLAND The Hospitality in Scandinavia is not officially classified by the After confirmation the reservation cannot be cancelled or changed international star system. The classification of the hotels described in our without penalty. All cancellations will be charged with a minimum programs are as for the official classification, when existing, or with the cancelation fee of EUR 75.00 per person. number of stars based on the professional evaluation of Borealis The following cancellation charges apply: Destination Management Aps. * Cancellations until 91 days prior to the arrival of the passenger are The classification/evaluation used in our programs are based on the date subject to a fee of EUR 75.00 per person for tours excluding overnight in of print of the program and could vary from the date of print to the date Glass Igloos, and EUR 275,00 per person for tours including overnight in of the start of the actual tour. Glass Igloos. * Cancellations between 90 – 45 days prior to the arrival of the passenger 10) CHILD POLICY – WINTER PROGRAMS are subject to a charge, per person, of 50 % of the total cost of the Borealis Destination Management ApS cannot be held responsible if the reservation. equipment or facilities provided by its suppliers does not ideally suit or * Cancellations between 44 – 15 days prior to the arrival of the passenger fit to the needs of young children. Due to the nature of the tours and the are subject to a charge, per person, of 75% of the total cost of the destination, we are unfortunately not able to accept children younger reservation. than 7 years old on these programs. Children between 07-12 years, when * Cancellations made within less than 14 days of arrival of the passenger sharing room with adults, receive a reduction. are subject to a charge, per person, of 100% of the total cost of the reservation. 11) IMPORTANT NOTE: Name changes are considered as cancellation and rebooking and can It is important to note that in all our winter programs can be physically demanding only be done up to 21 days prior to arrival. Name changes will be and the passenger may be exposed to different kinds of physical strain. Uneven charged with a fee of EUR 75.00 per name change. grounds during walking tours, snow and ice are common surface in our 6) VISA & PASSPORT destinations. All activities involving sailing, snowmobiling, reindeer sleighs, husky It is the traveler’s own responsibility to hold and present valid documents sleighs, igloo dinners & ice breaker will include appropriate thermal equipment. (passport & visa) to the immigration authority of each country. Borealis

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