The 10 Best Day Trips from in Rovaniemi, Lapland

Wintertime Amethyst Mine Visit Grab a pickaxe, head out to the mining tour for rare gemstones! At the Lampivaara Amethyst mine, dig out your own amethyst on top of the hill with a stunning view of Lappish nature, and enjoy your lunch at the open fire.

Inclusions: Professional Guide, Transportation from Hotel, Visit Ancient mountain amethyst mine, Amethyst mine excavation tools, Snow bonfire BBQ: salmon soup, reindeer sandwich and pork sausages, Snow train return transport, You get to keep an amethyst you find (that fits in your closed fist), Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Transportation Outside Rovaniemi City Center, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Lapland Cross Country Ski Cross Country Skiing is one of the most exciting activities in Rovaniemi. Crossing the whole city on the snow tracks is the local's favorite winter exercising. This tour is for those who want to the experience the true Finnish lifestyle.  

Inclusions: Professional Guide, Transportation from Hotel, Hot drinks and ginger biscuits, Winter clothes rental (overall, boots and gloves) , Ski equipment

Exclusions: Transportation Outside Rovaniemi City Center

Visit the most northern wildlife park in the world with a local guide and see many animals living in the arctic areas. Ranua Wildlife Park offers tourists and nearby inhabitants the opportunity to observe arctic animals throughout the year, in an as authentic environment for the animals as possible.

Inclusions: Transportation, Guidance services, Snacks mentioned, Organizer's liability insurance, Safari desk support, Lunch

Exclusions: Private tours available for additional charge

Tour with Premium class minivan, Your group or family only, flexible timing. Moderate hiking. Korouoma is 30 kilometer long and up to 130 meters deep canyon fracture valley. Canyon and its high cliffs form a breathtakingly landscape to enjoy throughout the year. Korouoma is located at the Region of Koillismaa in Southern Lapland. The area’s landscape is exceptionally rugged and grand. Several 30 meter steep streams freeze during the winter forming huge ice formations, offering fantastic views and play of colours. Car transfer from Rovaniemi takes about 1,5 hour one way. Picnic with hot drinks will be offered during the trip by open fire. Great place for making nature pictures all year around. Duration 5-7 hours

Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Private tour, Light refreshments, Beverages, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Enter in notes if allergies, vegans.

This full day photography expedition brings you in one of the best photographic locations in Lapland - Riisitunturi National park. You will join this adventure only with your own group and everything is planned privately for you! Our professional photographer will drive you to this once-in-a-lifetime location deep in the wilderness. During the day, we concentrate on landscape and nature photography in the middle of the pure and authentic Arctic nature. This expedition is for true adventure seekers, who want to take their experience and photography way beyond the everyday locations.

Inclusions: Wilderness/photography guide, light lunch during the day, hot drinks and snacks, full day expedition to Arctic nature, hotel pick-up & drop-off, minivan transportation, warm clothing, winter boots, bbq-gear, 10-15 photos from the tour sent to you afterwards

Exclusions: Gratuities

Demanding hiking and canyon! We make a car trip to Korouoma Canyon where we move on foot or snowshoes depending on the conditions and admire the famous canyon landscape. Barbeque lunch is offered by open fire. Great place for making nature pictures year around.

Inclusions: Transportation, Guidance services, Snacks and meals mentioned, Organizer's liability insurance, Safari desk support, Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Private tours available for additional charge

Do you want to see arctic animals in their natural habitat in the picturesque forests of Lapland? Join us for a guided tour of Ranua Zoo - the northernmost zoo in the world. We will take you to see 50 different animal species, including the only polar bears in Finland. We organize the entire trip - from transportation to tickets, the only thing you need to do is have fun. 

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional local guide, Buffet lunch, Non-alcohol beverages, Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance tickets and lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional)

Unforgettable day tour to the incredible Frozen Waterfalls of Korouma! After pickup at your accommodation and properly dressed, the professional guide will drive you to Posio area, 100 kilometers away from Rovaniemi. The snowy winters of Korouma Canyon provide amazing chances for winter hiking surrounded by beautiful and unforgettable views. Korouoma canyon is millions of years old fracture valley in Lapland, one of the biggest natural attractions that Lapland has to offer! These icefalls are unique in Finland and they are excellent for walking and appreciate the beautiful nature around it. The Ice Trail in Korouoma canyon is the ideal place to try this truly fun way to experience deep snow and unforgettable forest landscapes! The entire area is a natural reserve. At the bottom of the canyon there's Korojoki River, which ends up to Kemijoki River. There are plenty of species in varied nature of Korouoma, including Deers, Wild Rabits, Foxs, and Golden Eagles.

Inclusions: BBQ by a Campfire, Winter Clothes / Overalls, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup and Drop-off at Accommodation

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Get your private transport to Korouoma. We will start a tour from the pick up from your hotel. The way to Korouoma take about one and half hour. The hiking trail offers amazing monthly changing views all year around! The circle route runs clockwise along an old horsetrack, and hikers can get in touch with the history of the area by reading the information boards along the trail. The Koronjää trail leads past stunning viewpoints where three massive frozen waterfalls - Charlie Brown, Mammoth Fall and Brown River - create impressive sceneries. There is also plenty to see in the summertime when the area is filled with lush vegetation, vertical cliffs, boulder soils and the serpentine river that runs the bottom of the canyon. Korouoma is also a perfect hiking destination in the fall, when the stunning fall colors take over the scenery - the view is guaranteed to take your breath away. You will need to dress up in warm clothes, winter shoes and to be prepared for a unique experience.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Guide service, Snacks

Exclusions: Winter clothers

Highlights of Rovaniemi Day Tour A Explore the Lapland's capital town, Rovaniemi, and experience life in the Arctic! Your exquisite day will start with an easy 15 minutes hike for the beautiful scenery of Rovaniemi city. Climbing to the hilltop of Ounasvaara, the highest point in Rovaniemi, you will be in the middle of the dreamy Finnish forest. Ride on a sleigh in the local reindeer and husky farms. Meet Santa Claus in his village and get your Arctic adventurer certificate for crossing the Arctic Circle.

Inclusions: Professional Guide, Transportation from Hotel, Tour in Arktikum museum (not available on Dec 24 and Monday from Jan 11 to May 31), Sightseeing Santa Claus Village, Reindeer and Husky sleigh ride, Certificate for Crossing the Arctic Circle, Buffet lunch in Santa Claus Village, View from Ounasvaara Hill

Exclusions: Transportation Outside Rovaniemi City Center