Arctic Trail, Icehotel to the Norwegian Sea
5 days / 4 nights, Sweden - Finland - Norway | The Arctic Trail is a trail system crossing the borders between three countries - Sweden, Norway and Finland. Experience the northernmost part of Scandinavia via snowmobile trails - travel without borders across three countries!
Explore the landscape of Sami culture in Lapland. Travel along the ancient trails of this aboriginal people, through the forest and over the mountains. The daily life of the Sami, bartering on the shores of the Arctic Ocean, reindeer migration and the summer homesteads tell of a life in harmony with animals and nature. Come along on an unusual and fascinating snowmobile safari, far off the beaten path. We follow one of the highest tracks in Swedish Lapland, trying our luck in fishing char, trout and grayling. Sauna, dinner and accommodation at a wilderness camp at the Rostujavri lake.
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| Departure | Departure: March 24th, 2010 and on request for groups of minimum 6 persons |
| Price | $3,855 per person in double room |
| Included | Taxi transfers from/to Kiruna Airport - Hotel Accommodation in wilderness camp, cabins/lodges or hotel according to the program Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily Full board from dinner day 1 to breakfast day 5 Snowmobile rental (Polaris IQ FS Touring), 1 snowmobile per person All gasoline/oil Guide service throughout the safari Equipment and clothing (overall, boots, hat/helmet and gloves) |
| Not Included | Flight to/from Kiruna Personal insurance / personal items Beverages other than lingonberry juice / ice water Self-excess of SEK 8000 in case of crashed/damaged snowmobile to be paid by driver Gratuities $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | This tour is for experienced riders. |
| Tour Options | Additional nights at the ICEHOTEL Pre or Post tour Stockholm Accommodations Optional Excursions |
Day 1 KIRUNA - ICEHOTEL (D) Arrival at Kiruna Airport. Briefing on the safari and snowmobile instructions in the afternoon. Guided visit at the ICEHOTEL®. Dinner at the ICEHOTEL Restaurant. Overnight accommodation in cabins in double rooms.
Day 2 ICEHOTEL - ROSTUJAVRI LAKE (B, L, D) ICEHOTEL to Råstojaure, approximately 90 mi. We travel towards the mountains, passing the village of Vuosko before climbing toward the tundra. Sauna, dinner and accommodation at a wilderness camp at the large Rostujavri Lake.
Day 3 KILPISJÄRVI - FJORDS - KILPISJÄRVI (B, L, D) Råstojaure–Kilpisjärvi–(fiords)–Kilpisjärvi, approximately 95 mi. We cross the Finnish-Norwegian border and drive down toward the North Atlantic Ocean, weather permitting. Dinner and accommodation in cabins.
Day 4 KILPISJÄRVI - SOPPERO (B, L, D) Kilpisjärvi–Soppero, approximately 80 mi. We continue our safari and today we try our luck at ice-fishing. Char, trout and grayling are common catches in these waters. Outdoor wilderness lunch. Dinner and accommodation at wilderness camp.
Day 5 SOPPERO - KIRUNA (B) Soppero – ICEHOTEL, approximately 40 mi. On the very final day of our snowmobile safari, we conclude our adventure in Jukkasjärvi at the ABSOLUT ICEBAR, one of the world's coolest bars. Following a brief ceremony to present the Arctic Circle and Arctic Trail diplomas, it is time for transfer to Kiruna Airport.