europe·Multi-day tour·3 days
3-Day Luxury Northern Lights Escape in Finland with Glass Igloo Stay
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Unique Arctic experience! Enjoy a 2-night stay in a magical glass-roofed Aurora Cabin (standard twin room)
• 2 unforgettable Northern Lights Hunt: Snowmobile Aurora Chase ❄️ & Lakeside Aurora Camp
• 2 unforgettable Northern Lights Hunt: Snowmobile Aurora Chase ❄️ & Lakeside Aurora Camp
3 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Ivalo/Saariseläntie - Glass Igloo
The staff of Glass Igloo will meet you at the designated pickup location and transport you to the the Northern Lights Village Saariselkä Resort by shuttle bus. Please get your booking confirmation and passport ready in advance.
After check-in, you could enjoy a European-style buffet dinner at the resort. For these next two nights, you will stay in this Glass Igloo!
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Glass Igloo - 2
Day 2 — Glass Igloo: a variety of unique snow activities in the Glass Igloo
After having a breakfast, you could experience a variety of unique snow activities in the Glass Igloo.
Tour 1: 3-hour Northern Lights Camping by the lakeside
* The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and no one can guarantee with 100% certainty that you will see them. However, during the aurora season, professional guides will do their best to take you to the best spots to catch a glimpse of them! If the aurora appears, the guides will assist you with camera settings to help you capture the Northern Lights more effectively.
Tour 2: 3-hour Snowmobile Chasing for the Northern Lights
* Snowmobile drivers are required to hold a valid driver's license. According to local regulations, children under the age of 13 and those shorter than 140 cm must ride on the sled behind the snowmobile.
Tour 3: Husky Sled Driving Experience
Tour 4: Reindeer-drawn Sled Ride
Lake Inari
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Glass Igloo - 3
Day 3 — Glass Igloo - Hometown
After enjoying the buffet breakfast, you will have free time.
The satff in the front desk will arrange a shuttle bus to take you to the designated meeting point.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- Two-night stay in a Northern Lights Village Saariselkä Glass Igloo (glass-roofed), twin room with private bathroom
- Transfers from/to Ivalo Airport or designated locations in Saariselkä
- Daily Western buffet breakfast for 2 days during the stay
- Daily Western buffet dinner for 2 days during the stay
- Husky sled driving experience (two people taking turns), approx. 5 km
- Visit a reindeer farm and enjoy a reindeer sleigh ride of about 300 m
- Aurora hunting at a lakeside camp, approx. 3 hours
- Snowmobile Northern Lights chase (two people taking turns driving), total duration approx. 3 hours
- Professional English-speaking guide service for the above four activities
- Winter gear for the above four activities, including thermal overalls, boots, wool socks, and gloves
Not included
- Meals not included in the package
- Personal expenses, visa fees, flight tickets, etc
- Additional costs due to force majeure, strikes, weather conditions, natural disasters, etc
- Personal travel insurance
Meeting & drop-off
Departure points
- Ivalo airport · IvaloLentokentäntie 290, 99800 InariIf you choose Ivalo Airport (IVL) for pick-up/drop-off, please provide your flight information. Transfers will be scheduled according to your flight time.
- Holiday Club Saariselkä Bus stop · SaariselkäSaariseläntie 7, 99830 Inari
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–62 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 62 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 63–92 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 63 days to 92 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 93+ days before | 90% | Cancellation Made 93 or more days prior to departure, Refund 90% of total purchase amount |
Important info
Special notes
- Due to the limited availability of Glass Igloos, spots fill up quickly and require secondary confirmation.
- The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings cannot be guaranteed.
- You must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license to operate the snowmobile.
- If you choose the pick-up service in the Ivalo airport, please provide your flight information at least 7 days prior to departing date.
- [Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)]
Q: Can I see the Northern Lights from the Glass Igloo?
A: According to official statistics, over 200 days each year (from September to April), the Saariselkä area offers an 80% chance of witnessing the Northern Lights! Additionally, two Northern Lights excursions are included, and expert guides will help you chase the aurora during your stay.
Q: What are the check-in and check-out times for the Glass Igloo?
A: Check-in: 16:00 | Check-out: 11:00
Q: Is there a Finnish sauna at the Glass Igloo?
A: There is no sauna inside the Glass Igloo, but you can book a session at the resort's Finnish sauna for an additional fee at the front desk.
Q: How far is the Glass Igloo from Rovaniemi, Finland?
A: It's about a 3-hour drive, with local bus services connecting the areas.
Q: Can I fly directly from Helsinki to the airport near the Glass Igloo?
A: Finnair offers daily flights from Helsinki to Ivalo Airport. For more details, visit Finnair.com.
Additionally, direct flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Ivalo (IVL) operate every Saturday from November to March, with a flight time of about 3.5 hours.
There are also direct flights from Düsseldorf (DUS) to Ivalo (IVL) every Saturday from December to March, with a flight time of about 3 hours 25 minutes.
For travelers from the UK, it's recommended to fly to Helsinki first and then transfer to Ivalo.
Q: Can I change the pickup/drop-off location for the Glass Igloo?
A: Pickup and drop-off are fixed at Ivalo Airport and the Saariselkä Holiday Club bus stop. Other locations cannot be changed.
Q: Is the Glass Igloo close to the ski resort?
A: The nearest ski resort, Saariselkä Ski & Sport Resort, is within walking distance. You can also get the ski bus schedule from the front desk for a paid shuttle service to the resort. Ski equipment rental is available at the resort.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Please Note:
- If children aged 4-14 require a regular bed, the adult rate will apply.
- If children aged 4-14 request an extra bed, a child rate of EUR 114.5 per night will apply.
- If children aged 0-3 share an existing bed, they can stay free of charge.
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