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This route map shows the travel journey of the 9 Day Finland Lapland Tour from Australia, covering some of the most popular destinations in Finnish Lapland. The itinerary begins in Helsinki and continues north to Saariselkä, Levi and Rovaniemi — regions known for Northern Lights, Arctic winter activities and glass igloo stays. Travelers experience reindeer safaris, skiing and Santa Claus Village before returning to Helsinki by overnight train. The map helps visualize the complete route of this Finland Northern Lights adventure.
The cost of this international flight is not mentioned in tour cost. Travelers can book their flights on their own or may ask our executives to help in booking.
| Departure | Arrival | Flight | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:40 – Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) | 05:40 – Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) | JQ047 / AY042 | 1 Stop | 27h |
Operated by Jetstar & Finnair
| Departure | Arrival | Flight | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:05 – Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) | 06:55 – Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) | AY131 / AY5915 | 1 Stop | 21h 50m |
Operated by Finnair & British Airways
The cost of this international flight is not mentioned in tour cost. Travelers can book their flights on their own or may ask our executives to help in booking.
| Departure | Arrival | Flight | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:10 – Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) | 07:15 – Melbourne Airport (MEL) | AY145 | Direct | 22 h 5 min |
Operated by Finnair
| Departure | Arrival | Flight | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:05 – Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) | 07:25 – Melbourne Airport (MEL) | AY131 / JQ008 | 1 Stop | 22 h 20 min |
Operated by Finnair & Jetstar
The cost of this international flight is not mentioned in tour cost. Travelers can book their flights on their own or may ask our executives to help in booking.
| Departure | Arrival | Flight | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 – Perth (PER) | 05:45 – Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) | AY5838 / AY100 | 1 Stop | 27 h 15 min |
Operated by Cathay Pacific & Finnair
| Departure | Arrival | Flight | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:10 – Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) | 05:35 – Perth (PER) | AY145 / AY6443 | 1 Stop | 23 h 25 min |
Operated by Finnair & Jetstar
| Location | Hotel | Meal Plan | Nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helsinki | Radisson Blu Plaza Helsinki / Similar | Breakfast | 2 Nights |
| Saariselkä | Wilderness Hotel Saariselkä / Similar | Breakfast & Dinner | 2 Nights |
| Levi | Levi Ski Resort Hotel / Similar | Breakfast | 1 Night |
| Rovaniemi | Scandic Rovaniemi City / Similar | Breakfast | 2 Nights |
| Rovaniemi – Helsinki | Overnight Train (2 Berth Cabin) | No Meals | 1 Night |
This itinerary includes several nights across different locations in Finnish Lapland, improving the overall chances of witnessing the Aurora Borealis. Spending multiple nights in the Aurora zone significantly increases viewing probability.
Aurora visibility depends on solar activity, cloud cover and geomagnetic conditions. However, staying five nights across Saariselkä, Levi and Rovaniemi within the Arctic aurora zone greatly improves the likelihood of witnessing the Northern Lights.
The journey begins with arrival in Helsinki, followed by travel to the Arctic regions of Saariselkä, Levi and Rovaniemiin Finnish Lapland. The tour includes multiple Northern Lights viewing opportunities, winter activities and a return overnight train from Rovaniemi to Helsinki.
Overall, the itinerary covers 9 days and 8 nights, including 5 nights in Lapland inside the Aurora zone, which increases the chances of witnessing the Northern Lights.
The tour includes centrally located and comfortable hotels across Finland, chosen for their quality, accessibility, and proximity to major attractions. In Helsinki, travelers typically stay at a well-known city hotel such as Radisson Blu Plaza Helsinki or a similar category property. This allows easy access to Helsinki’s landmarks and restaurants.
In Lapland, accommodations are selected to provide a balance of comfort and Arctic experience. In Saariselkä, the itinerary includes stays at properties like Wilderness Hotel Saariselkä, which offers a nature-focused experience along with breakfast and dinner. In Rovaniemi, centrally located hotels such as Scandic Rovaniemi City are commonly used.
For Levi, travelers stay at a ski resort hotel, giving direct access to ski slopes and winter activities. The journey also includes an overnight train from Rovaniemi to Helsinki in a private 2-berth cabin, which is a popular and comfortable way to travel across Finland.
This tour covers a combination of Finnish capital experiences and Arctic Lapland adventures. The journey begins in Helsinki, where travelers explore the city and visit the historic town of Porvoo.
From Helsinki, travelers fly to Ivalo and stay in Saariselkä, a peaceful Lapland village known for its wilderness landscapes and Northern Lights visibility. Activities here include reindeer sledding, snowmobile safaris, and glass igloo experiences.
The itinerary then continues to Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus, where travelers visit Santa Claus Village, cross the Arctic Circle & enjoy husky sled rides. The journey also includes Levi Ski Resort, one of Finland’s top winter sports destinations, where travelers can enjoy skiing and Northern Lights tours.
The tour ends with an overnight train journey back to Helsinki, completing a full Finnish winter travel experience.
The itinerary includes a variety of services designed to ensure a comfortable and seamless travel experience across Finland.
The tour typically includes hotel accommodations, daily breakfasts, selected dinners in Lapland, airport transfers, and transportation between destinations. Domestic flights within Finland, such as the Helsinki to Ivalo flight, are also included in the itinerary.
Additionally, several Arctic activities are part of the experience. These may include reindeer sledding, snowmobile safari tours, Northern Lights excursions, Santa Claus Village visit, husky rides and ski passes.The itinerary also includes the overnight sleeper train from Rovaniemi to Helsinki with a private 2-berth cabin.
However, international flights from Australia to Finland are typically not included in the package price, allowing travelers the flexibility to book flights independently or request a flight quote from the travel consultant.
Finland uses the Euro (EUR) as its official currency. Most hotels, restaurants, and activity providers accept major international credit and debit cards, so travelers usually do not need to carry large amounts of cash.
Visitors traveling from Australia can use international cards such as Visa or Mastercard, which are widely accepted across Finland. ATMs are also easily available in cities and Lapland destinations if travelers wish to withdraw Euros.
For tour payments, travelers may pay using international bank transfer, card payment, or other payment methods offered by the tour operator. Some tour companies also offer payment options in other currencies depending on the traveler’s location. It is recommended to inform your travel consultant about your preferred payment method in advance to ensure smooth booking and payment processing.
This 10 Day Finland Northern lights tour from Australia is a semi private tour. All airport transfers will be in a private cab with driver. You may get your tour customized as per your requirements. You will not be following an itinerary with any group.
Yes, payments can be made in Australian Dollars (AUD). We also accept major foreign currencies via SWIFT transfer, including SGD, USD, EUR, GBP and CAD.
As the tour cancellation policy depends on the available hotels, we cannot specify the policy now. Once your itinerary is decided, our executives shall share the cancellation policy of this 9 day Finland tour from Australia.
Mentioned international flights are recommended though not included in the
The Billing name on Invoice will be Eurotrial LLC
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The overnight train from Rovaniemi to Helsinki was a great experience and very convenient.