Lapland Self-Drive Adventure
TRAVEL PERIOD: 01/09/24-31/03/25
Lapland Self-Drive Adventure
On open roads, be sure to watch out for reindeer as you explore this self-drive loop. Start in Oulu and head Northeast to Iso Syöte, after a memorable stay head North via Ranua to Rovaniemi. Rovaniemi requires no introduction, and be sure to visit Santa, he resides in the Finnish capital all year. Overnight in unique accommodation. The last night of this tour will be in Oulu, still focusing on an authentic experience.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Oulu Pick up your rental vehicle and the journey begins. Head to Iso Syöte, Accommodation has been reserved for three nights in the beautifully located Arctic hilltop boutique hotel. Dinner and overnight
- Day 2-3: Iso Syöte Regardless of season, travel to the Iso Syöte region offfers excursions to match all preferences. From Hiking, berry picking to snowmobiling – the region has it all. The resort offers a arctic spa, with sauna and pools – relaxing and connecting with nature is part of the expereince. Breakfast, dinner and overnight.
- Day 4: Rovaniemi Depart Isy Syöte as you head to Rovaniemi, the Finnish capital. The drive will take you past Ranua, which is a small town and well worth a stop. For animal lovers, a visit to Ranua wildlife park is a highlight. Continue to the Arctic snowhotel and glass igloos. A glass igloo will be home for the next two nights. Dinner included and overnight.
- Day 5: Rovaniemi The day is yours to explore Rovaniemi, of course a visit to Santa Claus holiday village is a must. Various excursions are available in the area, let us know if you need any inspiration. Before you leave the Arctic snowhotel and glass igloos, we recommend that you try the sauna and jacuzzi ( additional cost): Dinner included and overnight.
- Day 6: Rovaniemi-Oulu Time to head South back to Oulu. Tonight, we have kept with the theme of this tour, which is to offer you an authentic experience. Your final night of the tour will be enjoyed at the Lapland hotel Oulu.
- Day 7: Departure After a relaxing breakfast, and according to your travel arrangements, head to Oulu airport and return your rental vehicle.
Services included:
Accommodation
• 3 nights in the hilltop hotel Iso Syöte, breakfast and dinner included.
• Spa entrance included at Iso Syöte. Spa treatments are an additional charge.
• 2 nights at the Arctic Snowhotel and glass igloos, breakfast and dinner included
• 1 night in a centrally located hotel in Oulu with breakfast
Services not included:
• Rental car – rates can be offered on request
• Any museum entrances or other excursions mentioned in the itinerary
Local Tips
En-route from Iso Syöte to Rovaniemi, we suggest extra time in Ranua. Ranua is a cozy town to spend some time and is also home to Ranua wildlife park.
