Top Lapland Bus Tours - page 3

Don’t choose between a memorable meal and experiencing the northern lights. Just 18 miles (30 kilometers) from Rovaniemi, you could be sitting inside a glass igloo enjoying authentic Lapland cuisine cooked over fire, all while surrounded by pristine wilderness. Stay warm while gazing at stars—and, if you’re lucky, the aurora. Weather depending, your guide can even offer a snowmobile adventure on a frozen lake, perfect for the whole family.

Go deep into the Finnish woods to forage for mushrooms and berries on this off-the-beaten-path tour from Rovaniemi. Your guide will show you the best places to find these natural treasures, then you’ll relax with a turn in the lakeside sauna, lake swimming and fishing. Sit down for a traditional Finnish meal of grilled salmon, pork sausage, mushroom soup, marshmallow and blueberry tea while listening to your guide’s commentary on Finnish nature and recreation traditions.

Cover vast Arctic terrain quickly and access remote landscapes that are otherwise difficult to reach. This snowmobile safari takes you deep into Lapland’s wilderness, offering a sense of freedom and adventure beyond standard sightseeing. Pause for a traditional barbecue in nature, combining adrenaline with authentic local moments in a setting few travelers experience independently.

What sets our tour apart is the family-driven approach to Northern Lights hunting. With our small group sizes, you’ll enjoy a personalized experience that big operators simply can’t offer. Our adventure starts with a cozy camp by Olkkajärvi Lake, where we’ll warm up by the fire, savor local grilled sausages and rice pies, and search for the stunning auroras. If we don’t spot them there, we’ll head to Norvajärvi for another chance to witness this natural wonder. Our knowledgeable guides ensure a memorable and comfortable experience in the heart of the Arctic. Book with us for a unique, heartfelt journey under the Northern Lights!

Increase your chances of seeing the northern lights on this night-time tour from Rovaniemi, with round-trip transfer from your hotel by minivan. Be immersed in Lappish culture as you explore the wilderness with your small-group guide and avoid the Nordic chill with hot drinks and sausages served round an open campfire. Though the lights aren't guaranteed, adventure certainly is.

Finding and photographing the Northern Lights independently while in Finland may mean missing the best sightings and shots. This tour maximizes the chances of both—with a pro-photographer to take you to recommended viewpoints and advise on your camera settings and angles. While scanning the skies, enjoy barbecue snacks and hear tales of the lights you’d probably miss alone. Warm outerwear and professional Northern Lights photos from your trip included.

Visit the northernmost zoo in the world, Ranua Zoo, on this organized trip from Rovaniemi. With tickets purchased in advance and all transportation arranged, this is the easiest way to visit the zoo. During the tour, learn about the more than 50 Arctic species living in natural enclosures on the property through guided commentary.

Be immersed in Lapland’s natural landscape on this small-group snow-hiking tour, with included round-trip transfer from your Rovaniemi hotel. Upon arrival, strap on your snowshoes and follow your professional guide deep into the forest for a glimpse of Arctic flora and fauna, then take a seat around the campfire to learn more about wilderness survival over a traditional sausage supper and blueberry tea.

Northern Finland is known for its beauty, but finding the best spots to capture photographs of the Arctic landscapes can be difficult. Explore remote Lapland with a private tour led by a professional photographer, and discover unique photo opportunities while gaining insight into the experiences of early Arctic explorers. Keep energized with a campfire lunch and hot drinks, then relax after a day’s sightseeing with round-trip transportation included.

Sling a pickaxe in an ancient mountaintop amethyst mine on this unusual tour from Rovaniemi. Visit the historic mine and try your hand at finding some stones; you can keep anything that fits in your closed fist. Learn about this Finnish tradition through guided commentary during lunch around a snow bonfire, then return to Rovaniemi.

Animal lovers will enjoy this tour of the Ranua Zoo, an open-air Arctic zoo in Lapland. You’ll have the chance to encounter up to 200 animal and bird species as you walk the roughly 1.5 mile (2.5 kilometer) trail around the zoo. Learn more about the special habitats of this northern part of the world. An ideal activity for the whole family, in all seasons.

Save time and hassle during your Rovaniemi stay by booking ahead for this Arctic backcountry skiing adventure. Head into the snowy forests outside town and set off on cutting-edge skin skis that allow greater access to the wilds. Immerse yourself in nature as you glide across the snow, get nature photo tips from a photography guide, and enjoy grilled sausages on route. Equipment and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Hunt for the Northern Lights, then hunker down in a Lappish Tipi with hot drinks and snacks. A fun way to spend an evening in Lapland, the nighttime tour from Rovaniemi takes place in a small group of likeminded travelers with a local guide. You’ll learn about the Finnish lifestyle as you scan the skies for a lucky sighting of the Aurora Borealis, nature’s very own firework display.

Experience a side of Finland rare to visitors on this evening excursion to Langonlampi Lake. With the natural landscape of Northern Finland all around you, enjoy free time to decompress in a traditional Finnish sauna. A cozy fireside dinner awaits you in a cottage on the lake (vegetarian option available). Round-trip transport from Rovaniemi is included for your convenience.

Finland’s frozen landscape offers unique Arctic experiences, but reaching remote locations can be difficult. Enjoy round-trip transfer from central Rovaniemi to distant forests and lakes, where snowshoeing, floating, and ice-fishing opportunities await. Finally, put on the float suit and plunge into the lake to enjoy unique views of the Arctic sky as you relax on the surface of the water.

Plan a stress-free visit to Ranua Zoo with a pre-booked admission ticket and convenient round-trip transfer from your Rovaniemi accommodations. A pre-booked ticket allows you to skip entrance lines and ensures you have plenty of time to view the artic animals in their protected environments, as well as grab lunch and shop for souvenirs (own expense).

See some of the Arctic’s most beautiful animals with a convenient round-trip shuttle service to Lapland’s Ranua Wildlife Park from Rovaniemi (please note the entry to the park is not included in the price). Cocooned in the wooded Finnish countryside, this delightful park is home to 50 animal species, all living in environments that closely resemble their natural habitats. On arrival, enter the park (own expense) and enjoy ample time to explore independently. Stroll around to admire polar bears, lynx, birds and other species as you wish, and perhaps enjoy refreshments (own expense) at the café before your return transfer to Rovaniemi.

The best place to see the elusive Northern Lights (aurora borealis) is far out in the wilderness, and if you want to travel like a local, then you’ll travel by snowmobile. This guided tour allows you to do just than, and also provides cold-weather gear to keep you toasty. Learn about the natural phenomenon Northern Lights and get some unforgettable photos from your professional photographer, then warm up with snacks and hot drinks. Please be advised the price of your ticket is per person - twin driving. You will ride the snowmobile in pairs (twin riding), a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Before the tour you can buy a solo driving option.

Travel through the snowy Lappish forest like a local—on a snowmobile—on this half-day tour. Keep warm with provided thermal gear, far superior than anything you may have packed in your suitcase, and enjoy some hot blueberry juice to stay hydrated along the way. During the tour, see spectacular scenery you wouldn’t see otherwise, such as forests and lakes of the Arctic Circle.

Ice fishing is a traditional pastime in Finland, and this Rovaniemi Ice Fishing Experience with Lunch in a Glass Igloo takes you with a guide who knows the remote location well so you can have a great time. Get picked up in Rovaniemi, and then ride snow scooters out to a frozen lake and break the ice with your guide. Spend time fishing before relaxing in an igloo for lunch over an open fire.

Combine a Northern Lights search with a snowmobile ride—and enjoy two activities in one all-inclusive, time-saving trip—with this tour from Rovaniemi. Book ahead to ensure your place, and race across the snowy expanses on a 2-person snowmobile to a camp. With luck, see the lights here over sausages and drinks around the campfire. The tour includes hotel transfers, with an upgrade option to ride a snowmobile solo. Please be advised the price of your ticket is per person - twin driving. You will ride the snowmobile in pairs (twin riding), a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Before the tour you can buy a solo driving option.

Welcome to the Ice & Snow Hotel World! ——Highlights are strongly recommend to do as following: -Ice & Snow Hotel Visit(Ice & snow art work) -Igloos Visit -Breathing fresh air & watching the beautiful sky in Wild nature!

Secure your place to avoid missing out and save time while you’re in Rovaniemi by prebooking this small-group snowshoeing adventure. Ride a minivan into the Arctic wilderness, don snowshoes, and enjoy a forest trek through the deep, virgin snow with a photographer guide. Watch for wildlife and connect with Arctic nature, including learning nature photo tips, in ways you couldn’t do alone. Hot drinks, snacks, equipment, and winter gear included.

Spotting the elusive Northern Lights can be tricky, so maximize your odds with this Aurora Borealis excursion led by an experienced local stargazer. Head north into the wilderness to take advantage of the dark skies far from the city and stay warm with hot sausages and juice around the campfire as you wait for nature’s light show to begin. This tour is available in English and Spanish.