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Finland: Northern Lights and Lapland
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Finland: Northern Lights and Lapland
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Nature and adventure
100%Relax
30%Monuments and history
20%City and cultures
30%Party and nightlife
10%The trip in a nutshell
A Winter Escape Like No Other
Forget the ordinary and dive into a world of snow-covered forests, glowing skies, and Arctic adventures. This is Finnish Lapland - more than just Santa Claus, and Christmas trees - it's where nature sets the pace and every moment feels a little more magical.
Weâve designed a short but intense itinerary that lets you fully immerse yourself in Finnish culture (and snow!). Our journey starts in Helsinki, Europeâs northernmost capital, offering a first taste of Finlandâs unique vibe. Then itâs off to Rovaniemi, right on the Arctic Circle, where weâll trade roads for snowmobiles and dive into a truly northern way of life.
From writing a letter at Santaâs official post office to floating beneath the aurora in a thermal suit, this adventure promises unforgettable momentsâone snowy thrill at a time.
Trip Type
Northern Lights : natural wonders, long nights, and freezing temperatures! Bring warm, waterproof clothing and a tireless desire to hunt for the queen of the night every night.
Physical Rating
This itinerary has a LOW level of physical effort, and the pace of the trip is considered relaxed. If transfers are included, they are of short duration (maximum 3 hours); the excursions are suitable for everyone and all fitness levels. We will walk to explore the destination, and accommodation changes are rare or almost nonexistent.
Entry Requirements
Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination.
Arrival and departure
This trip starts in Helsinki and ends in Rovaniemi .
Aim to arrive on the first day by 5pm - on the last day you are free to leave whenever!
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Northern Lights
Finnish Lapland
6 days
Next departure Sun, 28 Dec 2025
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Deposit from $115
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Itinerary


Day 1
Welcome to Finland
Helsinki
Roundtrip flights or transportation to reach the destination are not included in the package, so you can decide from where and when you want to leave! This gives you complete freedom of choice to adjust your travel itinerary to your needs.
We arrive in Finlandâs capital, and already the atmosphere feels distinctly northern. Letâs make the most of our first evening by sampling some local specialties togetherâperhaps a warm bowl of hernekeitto, traditional pea soup, or lohikeitto, a creamy salmon soup thatâs a Finnish favorite.

Day 2
On board the Santa Express!
Northbound
This morning, we explore the heart of Helsinki with a stroll through Kauppatori, the cityâs lively market square by the sea. From there, we continue to one of Helsinkiâs most striking landmarks: Temppeliaukio Church, a stunning structure carved entirely into solid rock.
In the late afternoon, we head to the station to board the iconic Santa Expressâthe overnight train that travels 700 km north to Rovaniemi, the gateway to the Arctic and home to the man who shaped our childhood dreams: Santa Claus.

Day 3
Arctic Activities
Adventures in the Arctic Circle
We wake up in Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland. Just 6 kilometers from the Arctic Circle, the air already feels crisperâwelcome to the far north!
Today is all about choosing our own adventure. Options include getting up close with reindeer or huskies, learning how these iconic animals thrive in such an extreme climate. Or maybe we go for something a bit more daringâfloating in a frozen lake (donât worry, weâll be suited up!) or snowshoeing through snowy pine forests.
Thereâs no shortage of local experiences to dive into: we can visit a hotel made entirely of ice, or explore Arktikum, a museum and science centre that sheds light on northern nature, culture, and history. The exhibitions also offer insight into how the Arctic is evolving, especially in the face of climate change.
In the evening, we gather for dinnerâbut weâre keeping one eye on the sky... could this be the night the Northern Lights make their appearance?

Day 4
Adrenaline on a snowmobile
Frozen lake on snowmobiles
Today brings the most adrenaline-fueled experience of the trip - we hop on snowmobiles! By now, weâve probably realized that up here, snowmobiles are as common as scooters back home. But this time, weâre the ones behind the handlebars, gliding along snowy trails through the forest until we reach an endless stretch of white: a frozen lake.
This excursion takes up most of the morning and part of the afternoon, but what about lunch? We go straight to the source - with drill in hand, we try our luck at ice fishing. Whether we catch something or not, we wonât go hungry - our guide treats us to a steaming bowl of fresh fish soup, the perfect remedy for frosty fingers and toes.
Later in the afternoon, we wind down with some well-deserved relaxation time in Rovaniemi, soaking in the slow rhythm of Arctic life. And when night falls, we gear up once againâfor a walk under the stars, eyes to the sky, hoping to catch another glimpse of the elusive Northern Lights.

Day 5
Santa's house
Do you believe in Santa?
Itâs officialâitâs always Christmas here! We kick off the day at the magical Santa Claus Village, where we visit the famous Arctic Circle post office to send postcards stamped from the top of the world. And of course, no visit is complete without meeting Santa Claus himself!
Depending on the season, we continue to the ice hotel, about 30 kilometers away, where we explore intricately carved rooms, sculptures, and even a barâall made entirely of ice and snow.
As always, after dinner, our eyes turn skyward. The hunt continues... aurora, weâre ready!

Day 6
Check Out and Goodbyes
Check out and goodbyes!
Time to say goodbye ): Until our next WeRoad Adventure!
What's included
4 nights in a shared room with private bathroom and 1 night on the night train
Night train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi
Car rental from day 3 to day 6
Snowmobile excursion with lunch included
Ice fishing experience
Medical and baggage insurance - (coverage limits by destination country/region - âŹ10,000 Italy, âŹ20,000 Europe, âŹ30,000 World, âŹ50,000 USA/Canada)
What's not included
Roundtrip flight to/from destination
Food and beverages when not specified
All extras you want to fit in your backpack
All not mentioned in "what's included"
Money pot
Fuel
The activities and extras that all participants agree to do
The Travel Coordinator's money pot share
Additional info
Learn more about accommodation, transport, and other useful travel information.
Private room option is not available for this trip
- Seasonal variation
The dog sledding excursion (day 4) and the snowmobile adventure (day 3) can only be done in favourable weather conditions. For departures in October and November, they may be replaced with alternative activities at the Travel Coordinator's suggestion if the snow conditions make them unsafe.
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Why WeRoad
Small groups, maximum 15 people
Free cancellation included (deposit refunded as a gift card)
Book with a ÂŁ/âŹ100 deposit
The travel coordinators
Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before
Multi-destination Trip
You've already noticed, right?
This is a multi-destination trip: we will depart from Helsinki but return from Rovaniemi, so keep that in mind when booking your flight!
Find your flight
For this trip, we recommend arriving and departing from these airports.
Arrival
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Return
Rovaniemi Airport
Available dates
28
Dec
Sun, 28 Dec 2025 28 Dec 2025
Sunday
6 days
Fri, 02 Jan 2026 02 Jan 2026
Friday
Planned
Expected WeRoaders: 8
Total
$2,195
Private room included when booking for 2
Expected WeRoaders: 8
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FAQs â Frequently Asked Questions
Is the flight included?
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later â or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
What is the Money Pot and how does it work?
This is the question of all questions, and hereâs the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.Â
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.Â
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
Youâll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section âWhatâs included in the money potâ â how do you get there? Look for âWhatâs includedâ, scroll down to âMoney pot? Click hereâ, and youâll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinatorâs share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
Which are the accepted payment methods?
We offer several payment methods to fit every need:
1. Credit or prepaid card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express);
2. Instalment payment with Scalapay up to âŹ4,999 (only available with the âFull trip paymentâ option â not available with the âDeposit and balanceâ option; pay in 3 instalments up to âŹ1,200 or in 4 instalments over âŹ1,200);
3. PayPal (for selected destinations);
4. Revolut Pay to pay even faster straight from your Revolut account;
5. Welfare credit â BEFORE BOOKING, reach out to us at [email protected].
If you choose the deposit and balance option, youâll also be able to pay the balance via bank transfer from your Personal Area.
Can I cancel or modify my booking?
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip â including both the dates and the destination â free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. (Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.) If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen â meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if itâs more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If youâve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, youâll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.
You can do it directly from your personal MyWeRoad account!
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Within your booking you will find the "Change Your Trip" section at the bottom right, just underneath your booking details. You will be able to select a different date for the same trip, or a different trip entirely. Whether you are able to change the trip depends on the cancellation terms of your booking. For your original booking if you selected the Private Room, Flexible Cancellation or entered any discount code, gift card or voucher, before confirming the change we will let you know if anything isn't applicable to the new trip and you can decide whether to proceed or not. If you have any issues please do get in touch with the WeRoad team and we'll be able to help.Â
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It's not possible to move to a 'sold out' trip and with any trips that are 'on request' we will need to check availability with our local partners so please do get in touch if you want to move to an 'on request' trip. Please bear in mind that if the trip has the 'final spots' status, there may be no places left in either the male or female room.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
What type of accommodation should I expect on your trips?
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
Why do we have the Money Pot on all WeRoad trips?
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, weâre assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Letâs quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. Itâs used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.Â
But letâs get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!Â
It also helps us speed up payments â imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.Â
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip â look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
Can I find out my travel groups' flights?
Even if we don't know the flights of all WeRoaders, there are several ways to find out which flights your travel companions have purchased.
1. Each WeRoader has the ability to communicate their flight details after booking within their personal area so that other travel companions can see the details anonymously. Enter your booking and you will find this section:
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2. If you want to find out before booking, instead, you can contact us and we will support you in your search or you can ask your travel companions for direct information by joining our Facebook group 'WeRoad... let's get to know each other before leaving! (official)' â (here is the extended link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weroadit) look for a post associated with your trip, or ask the group administrators for help in getting in touch with your future adventure companions!
If the coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you are interested in, you can easily find his/her presentation post in the group through the site: in the shift list click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip tab, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator name] about this shift in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
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What's the average size and age of a WeRoad group?
In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English â knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15Â people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curious to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can see this by finding the trip on our website, and clicking the down arrow to see the ages & genders of participants. You'll need to have created a WeRoad account with us to do this.
Any issues finding this info just give our team in the office a call, we're always happy to help!Â
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip. Â
Can I see whoâs in the group before I book the trip?
Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking â although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! Youâll find the info in the âGroupâ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and youâll even see their gender and ages â but hey, thatâs exclusive info, so weâll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!
If a location is mentioned, is it guaranteed that weâll spend the night there?
For some trips, in the itinerary section, youâll find the number of nights and the location (not the hotel) where youâll be spending the night(s). The location shown is the one we usually go for on most trips, but in some cases, you might end up staying in a nearby town â depending on logistics or the availability of our partner accommodations during the season.
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The list of accommodations for your trip (and therefore also the exact locations) will be shared by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 2 days before departure, along with other useful info for your adventure!
Who is and what does the Travel Coordinator do?
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking â their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under âBookings and Tripsâ > âYour Upcoming Tripsâ > âTrip Detailsâ.
Will I share the room?
Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
How can I be part of the community?
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, youâre officially a WeRoader â and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once youâre part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But youâre not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!