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Rovaniemi, Finland: Northern Lights Picnic Day Tour [English-Speaking Group · 3 Hours]
From 23/10/2026
Group Tours
Escape the light pollution of the city and seek the Northern Lights in an unspoiled natural setting. While waiting for the lights to appear, you can sit by a warm campfire and enjoy delicious traditional Lappish grilled sausages.
Rovaniemi
Upcoming departure dates: 2026-10-23, 2026-10-24, 2026-10-25, 2026-10-26, 2026-10-27, 2026-10-28, 2026-10-29, 2026-10-30, 2026-10-31, 2026-11-01
Day 1
Rovaniemi
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D1 Rovaniemi Tour time: 18:00–22:00 (as confirmed on your booking); Meeting point: Nordic Unique Travels office, Maakuntakatu 29-31, Rovaniemi.
Day 1: Hotel pickup in Rovaniemi [Please check the details and note your pickup hotel in the booking remarks] (Rovaniemi) Meeting point: Hotel pickup [Please include the hotel address in the booking remarks]
Itinerary details
Escape the light pollution of town and search for the Northern Lights in pristine wilderness. You can also enjoy traditional Lappish grilled meat while waiting by the campfire for the magical moment when the Northern Lights appear! Join us now for an unforgettable Northern Lights experience! A private vehicle departs for the guest's address daily between 18:00 and 22:00 (departure times vary by season) Duration: 3 hours Tonight, a Northern Lights expert will take you to the best viewing spot in Rovaniemi to enjoy dinner under the Northern Lights. Depending on the weather that day, set off for a pristine forest free from light pollution to see the Northern Lights. Your guide will prepare a snowy campfire, BBQ, traditional Lappish fish soup, pork sausages and forest blueberry tea, and explain what causes the Northern Lights and share ancient legends about them.
Important notes
Please note: 1. During peak season, there may be many guests, so this tour may depart as a bus group; 2. Departure times vary depending on the season and number of bookings. Please follow the instructions in the confirmation email sent after your online booking to reach the designated meeting point or wait for pickup; 3. December to the end of January is peak tourist season in Rovaniemi, and this tour is very popular. If you would prefer a more private experience, we recommend contacting customer service to book a small-group tour. 4. Please arrive at the meeting point by the time shown on your confirmation and wait for the group to depart (there is no need to arrive too early). Late arrivals will be treated as no-shows and will not receive a refund. If you need to catch up with the group, please contact customer service to confirm whether you can do so independently. Important Information: 1. A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate; on Sundays and public holidays, a minimum of 4 people is required; 2. If you require pickup service, please wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled time for our guide; 3. Children under 12 must be accompanied by at least one adult paying the full price. Children under 2 travel free of charge; 4. If fewer than 2 people sign up, we may cancel the tour or make other arrangements, depending on the circumstances. ✰ As the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, our guide and driver will do their best to find a suitable viewing location. If cloudy weather prevents you from seeing the Northern Lights on the day of the tour, no refund will be provided. Thank you for your understanding. Note: All times shown on this webpage are for reference only. Actual arrival times may be delayed due to circumstances beyond our control, such as weather, traffic congestion, traffic accidents, festivals or sporting events, civil unrest, or strikes. We appreciate your understanding. If you have onward travel plans involving other transportation to another city, we strongly recommend allowing at least 3 hours of extra time to avoid inconvenience caused by delays. Our company accepts no responsibility for losses arising from travel arrangements you make yourself without allowing sufficient extra time. Thank you for your understanding.
Meals
Snacks included
Attraction details
Pricing Information
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I. Included:
1. English-language tour, with an English-speaking guide by default (please contact us if you require Chinese, Cantonese, or another language);
2. Complimentary private transfers are available to and from addresses within 10 km of central Rovaniemi (please refer to the official website for eligible hotels);
3. Cold-weather gear is provided (winter outerwear/shoes);
4. Campfire barbecue: soup, pork sausages, Lappish bread, marshmallows, and hot blueberry juice (vegetarian/vegan alternatives are available on request).
2. Important information:
1. December through the end of January is peak tourist season in Rovaniemi, and this itinerary is very popular. If you would prefer a more private experience, contact customer service to inquire about joining a small group.
2. The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon affected by weather conditions and solar activity, so sightings cannot be guaranteed. The guide and driver will do their best to find the best viewing location. If cloudy weather prevents you from seeing the Northern Lights that day, no refund will be provided. Thank you for your understanding.
3. A minimum of 2 participants is required for tours to operate on weekdays and Saturdays.
4. On Sundays and public holidays, a minimum of 4 participants is required for the tour to operate.
5. If you require pickup, please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
3. Hotel pickup address reference: Guests staying within a 5-minute walk must meet at the departure point:
Custom pick up
Apukka Resort
Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
Grand Post Hotel Rovaniemi
Guesthouse Borealis
Hostel Ibedcity
Hotel Rudolf
Hotelli Aakenus
K-Market Kairatie
K-Supermarket Kauppatori
Lapland Hotel Ounasvaara Chalets
Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
Motelli Rovaniemi
Nordic Unique Travels Office (Maakuntakatu 29, 96200 Rovaniemi, next to Subway)
Nova Skyland Hotel
Ounasvaara Lakituvat Chalets
Santa Claus Holiday Village
Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
SantaSport
Tiedekeskus Pilke (Arktikum Museum)
Booking information
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Changes and cancellation policy
1. Cancellations made 30–8 days before departure incur a 10% cancellation fee.
2. Cancellations made 7–3 days before departure incur a 50% cancellation fee.
3. Cancellations made 2 days before departure incur a 100% cancellation fee.
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