ARCTIC SPIRIT ADVENTURES ON THE NORTHERN LIGHTS ROUTE - WINTER 2020/21 - Transun
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A R C TI C
S PIRI T
AD VE N T U R ES O N T H E N O RT H E RN L I G H T S RO U T E
WINT E R 2 0 20 /2 1
›› | WELCOME
WELCOME
Welcome to our Arctic Spirit 2020-2021 brochure, filled with our latest selection of
trips to Europe’s last unspoiled wilderness, where the snow is crisp, the air is pure,
and adventures await.
Our tours take you to Lapland’s For over 35 years, we have been
north western arm in the far north creating travel experiences all
of Sweden and Finland. Set on around the world. As pioneers of
Scandinavia’s Official Northern Lights travel to Lapland, Transun know
Route, where the fabled Aurora the region inside out and have an
Borealis frequently grace the night unrivalled level of local knowledge.
sky, our specially-selected locations lie Our specially-designed breaks
in a region of unspoiled beauty and show Lapland at its truest and our
a land steeped in myths and legends. dedicated team will ensure that
Here, deep within the Arctic Circle, everything is taken care of along
you’ll experience the unique charm of the way.
True Lapland.
As winter holidays go, adventures in
There is much to love here: the silence the Arctic Circle with Transun are right
of wide-open spaces, the beauty up there with the best. Let’s make
of pine trees decked with layers of your next holiday one to remember…
freshly fallen snow and the cleanest
air in the world. And here too, you
will discover a host of winter activities
and experiences that will leave you
exhilarated, recharged and eager to
return.
CONTENTS
›› TRUE LAPLAND WITH THE EXPERTS 4 - 15
›› UNIQUE RESORTS 16 - 27
›› ARCTIC SPIRIT TOURS 2020-2021 28 - 41
›› OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS 42 - 47
›› ESSENTIAL INFORMATION 48 - 53
›› DATES AND DEPARTURES 54 - 55
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TRUE LAPLAND
When you travel to Lapland with Transun, you couldn’t
be in more experienced hands. We’ve been in the travel
business for over thirty-five years, designing and delivering
specialist holidays for our clients. We know the region
inside out and work closely with our partners in Finland
TRUE
and Sweden to create a range of exciting winter holidays,
exclusive to Transun.
This is a unique corner of the world, unspoiled and
extraordinary. It’s no wonder we want to share its secrets
with those who, like us, value the true luxury of unspoiled
LAPLAND
nature, wide open spaces and an unsullied environment.
We’ll take you further north than other operators to unique
locations far away from overcrowded, commercial resorts
to ensure you enjoy a winter holiday like no other.
WITH
THE
EXPERTS
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TRAVEL WITH THE EXPERTS
All of our tours are crafted by our experienced team of
specialists, each of whom have visited Lapland personally
and hand-picked the selection of hotels and excursions.
Only Lapland’s ‘truest’ will do. We’ve spent years and
decades traversing the offerings of Lapland and cultivating
the best holidays that the region can offer. The tours in our
Arctic Spirit collection will show Lapland at its finest, and
‘truest’ - just as you imagined; providing memories to last a
lifetime. And don’t just take our word for it – our awards, voted for by those who
have travelled with us, speak for themselves!
›› EXCLUSIVE TO US: ›› AWARD-WINNING:
The hotels and tours offered in this We are proud to have received many
brochure have been chosen for their accolades over the years, and none
unique offerings not available more so than the British Travel Awards,
elsewhere and remain exclusive to which are voted for by those who
the guests of Transun! have travelled with us. The hotels we
feature have also been awarded
›› HERE TO HELP: various honours, and rank among
Our friendly reservations team and some of the best hotels in Finland.
overseas representatives are
available to ensure an enjoyable ›› FANTASTIC VALUE:
holiday from the moment you receive Our holidays are based on a
the brochure, to the moment you full-board basis and include a host of
return home! Arctic safaris – there are no hidden
extras in the small print!
We have a dedicated team of
overseas representatives who will
meet you as you land at Enontekio.
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ENONTEKIO
SWEDEN
FINLAND
NORWAY
COME FLY WITH US
Transun are proud to offer the widest selection of departure
airports from the UK to Lapland – more than any other
operator. Our direct charter service, exclusive to Transun,
operates to Enontekio Airport in the far north of Finland.
We fly from 16 UK airports, making it easier for you to reach
Lapland from your local point of departure.
In addition, due to the small size of Enontekio airport, all
Transun guests benefit from a fast and efficient service when
landing and boarding.
NEWCASTLE
›› DIRECT FLIGHTS ›› FLIGHT TRANSFERS
Fly direct from 16 UK airports, Coach transfers to and from the resort TEESSIDE
avoiding lengthy stop overs at are arranged to meet your flights.
Helsinki or Stockholm.
LEEDS BRADFORD
›› AIRPORT PARKING
ISLE OF MAN
›› INFLIGHT MEAL You can now book UK airport car
Inflight meals are included on all parking with us at selected airports.
MANCHESTER HUMBERSIDE
flights in November & December.
LIVERPOOL DONCASTER SHEFFIELD
Between January and March ›› SEAT SELECTION
there is a buy-on-board service. On selected flights we offer a seat
BIRMINGHAM
selection service which allows you to
NORWICH
›› LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE choose your preferred seat.
An allowance of 18kg of hold and
5kg of cabin luggage per person
CARDIFF
is included. BRISTOL
LONDON GATWICK
FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes to Enontekio EXETER
BOURNEMOUTH
JERSEY
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THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
BY DR STUART CLARK
There is little that can compare to the beauty of the
Northern Lights. From a subtle glow of pale light across the
sky to shimmering waves of emerald green, these displays
can appear at any time. They reach up into the sky,
drawing our eyes towards the Universe beyond.
Seeing the Northern Lights from the magnificent Arctic
landscape of Karesuando only amplifies their beauty. This
village is home to just 300 people and is found in Lapland,
straddling the border between Finland and Sweden. The
frozen river that cuts the village serves as the border between the two countries,
and the settlement is surrounded by a rolling landscape of frozen lakes and
plains that provide excellent sites from which to view the Northern Lights.
›› WHAT ARE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS? This cloud of smashed atoms hurtles
Also known as the Aurora Borealis, the through space, seething with
Northern Lights are a mirror of cosmic electrical and magnetic forces. Most
forces at play on the Sun, 93 million disappear harmlessly into deep space
miles away. Each brilliant display can but a small fraction head directly
be traced to a titanic explosion on towards Earth. If one does strike us,
the surface of our nearest star. Each the particles are deflected into the
solar flare explosion is extraordinary. Polar Regions by our planet’s natural
It releases a billion times the energy cloak of magnetism.
of an atomic bomb and usually rips At the end of this magnetic funnel,
away a giant swathe of the Sun’s they strike our atmosphere causing
atmosphere. the atoms we breathe to glow,
turning the sky into a theatre of light.
The Northern Lights are one of the true
wonders of the natural world.
Dr Stuart Clark is an astronomer, author and novelist. His book The Sun Kings (Princeton
University Press) tells the story of the largest display of the Northern Lights in history.
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KILPISJARVI
KARESUANDO ADVENTURES ON THE
ENONTEKIO NORTHERN LIGHTS ROUTE
LAPLAND
The Northern Lights Route is a stretch of road which
weaves through three countries in Lapland (Finland,
ARCTIC CIRCLE Sweden and Norway) and is officially recognised by
the governments of those countries as being one of
the best places in the world to witness the spectacle of
the Northern Lights. The road starts at the island city of
Tromso in the north of Norway, and runs to the twin cities
SWEDEN of Swedish Haparanda and Finnish Tornio on the Bay of
Bothnia.
The Route offers excellent chances of seeing the Northern Lights because of its
location, which is predominantly within the Arctic Circle. Because of the lack of
commercial city life nearby, light pollution is virtually non-existent for the most
FINLAND part, which means that the Aurora’s intensity is not impaired and it appears
greater than it would in cities such as Rovaniemi or Reykjavik in Iceland.
NORWAY
Along the Route, which stretches for 620 kilometres, you can find some of
Lapland’s best sights and attractions. From husky sledding across the Arctic
OSLO tundra to snowmobiling down frozen rivers, an appearance of the Northern
Lights could bless the most exhilarating of winter activities. The resorts of both
HELSINKI
Kilpisjarvi and Karesuando are located directly on the Northern Lights Route and
whilst a sighting of the Aurora can never be guaranteed, your chances on an
Arctic Spirit break are pretty high!
STOCKHOLM
NORTHERN LIGHTS ROUTE
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ABOUT THE SAMI
The Sami are Lapland’s indigenous people, in the same way as
the Eskimos are of Greenland. The only European ethnic group
to be recognised as an Aboriginal people, the Sami have been
divided by national borders for centuries. They are a diverse
people who speak several dialects of the Sami language.
Whilst some remain reindeer herders, many Sami have also
entered the global system as writers, artists and political
activists. There are some 75,000 Sami people, inhabiting a
vast area - called ‘Sapmi’ in the Sami language - that stretches all the way
from central Norway and Sweden, across the far north of Finland and well into
Russia’s Kola peninsula.
›› THE LIFE OF THE LOCALS ›› THE ARCTIC SPIRIT
The Sami language, their national When you come to True Lapland you
dress, reindeer farming and the joik (a will come to the conclusion that this
traditional Sami chant traditionally a magnificent region is magical. The
part of Sami spiritualism) are the most ancient Samis agreed. They believed
distinctive features of the Sami culture. everything has a spirit, not just people
The Sami national dress, or Gakti, but animals, plants, mountains, rocks
though instantly recognisable and and islands, as well as the earth,
predominantly red, yellow and blue, the sea and even space. Therefore,
this actually differs from one area to everybody was expected to move
another, thus identifying where the quietly in the wilderness, not making
wearer’s family comes from. The Sami a disturbance. This beautiful concept
national dress also reflects the vivid, still prevails among the Sami.
glowing colours of the autumn leaves,
a spectacular natural display. ›› THE SAMI AND THE REINDEER
Reindeer became the mainstay of the
Sami people since it was a source of
food, tendons and sinews for sewing
and leather for clothing and shoes, as
well as transportation. The Sami have
as many as 1,000 words for reindeer in
their own language.
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UNIQUE RESORTS
OUR
The resorts to which we operate are unique, quaint
villages nestled in the imposing Arctic desert. We’ve
hand-picked a selection of hotels and cabins in these
resorts which offer a warm welcome and cosy stay,
and often breathtaking views of the Arctic tundra –
where the vast stretches of fresh snow reach to
UNIQUE
the horizon.
Our small specially-selected accommodation options
range from standard rooms to traditional rustic log cabins,
offering a clean and comfortable place to stay. Our
travel specialists have personally stayed in the properties
featured and know that whichever option you choose,
RESORTS
you’ll have a hospitable base from which to enjoy all of
the activities on offer in the pristine snowy wilderness. In
addition, as all of our chosen properties are way out in the
depths of Lapland, they are ideally situated for optimal
Aurora viewing - luck dependent of course!
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KARESUANDO
Many of our Arctic Spirit winter breaks are based in
Karesuando, a small border village set on the edge of a vast
wilderness where beauty, nature and wildlife abound. The
small village of just 200 inhabitants is split into two, with one
half of the village in Sweden and the other half in Finland,
with the two countries being separated by a frozen river:
another country, another time zone, another language,
another currency are just a few strides away!
The main village sits on the Swedish side of the river Muonio,
which is where the Davvi Arctic Star hotel is situated. The warm and welcoming
Davvi Arctic Lodge is situated on a fellside just into Finland. The village has
an attractive wood-built church - the most northerly in Sweden - as well as a
handful of local shops and amenities.
›› FURS AND FABLES and condemned priests and traders
At an intersection of roads which who lined their own pockets at the
run to many countries, Karesuando expense of others. The movement
has long been an important had a profound influence on the lives
meeting point for traders. From the of local Samis. Laestadius was invited
16th century, hunters and trappers to join the La Recherche Expedition
flourished with Karesuando becoming to Samiland of 1838-40. One result of
an important trading point, a that trip was his book Fragments of
crossroads for commerce with Europe Lappish Mythology, which recorded
and Russia and a retreat for wealthy traditional Sami beliefs.
Swedes. The indigenous people of
the north, the Sami, (see pages 14- ›› A DISTINGUISHED VISITOR
15) had a reputation around Europe This extraordinary place has
for witchcraft and sorcery. It was attracted many who seek peace
not until the late 19th century that and enlightenment amid unspoiled
such myths were replaced by the nature. Not least, His Holiness the
understanding that True Lapland is Dalai Lama, who visited Karesuando
a region of resplendent beauty and in 1996, staying at the Grapes hotel,
hospitable people. the oldest hotel in the Kiruna district.
Today, that same hotel is called the
›› A FAMOUS RESIDENT Davvi Arctic Star and is one of the
Karesuando’s most famous resident welcoming local hotels exclusively
was Lars Levi Laestadius, who was offered by Transun.
the vicar there from 1826 to 1849.
Married to a Samiwoman, he was
behind a radical revival movement
within the Church of Sweden, called
Laestadianism, which promoted a
God who cared for ordinary people
TRANSFER: 1 hour from Enontekio
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Twin & Double rooms
Sleeps 2 - 3 People
Full Board Accommodation
Within main hotel building
• Ensuite bathrooms
with showers
• Tea & coffee making
facilities
STANDARD ROOM
The Davvi Arctic Lodge hotel rooms are set on two floors in a wing that extends from the main building. There are
rooms sleeping two or three, which are simply furnished and comfortable. Please note that if the rooms are utilised
to their maximum capacity, storage space will be limited.
Twin & Double rooms
Sleeps 2 - 3 People
Full Board Accommodation
2 minute walk from hotel
• Ensuite bathrooms
with showers
• Tea & coffee
making facilities
• Sauna
THE DAVVI LOG CABINS
ARCTIC LODGE The wooden cabins are conveniently situated within the hotel grounds. The traditional timber-built buildings are cosy
and all are en-suite (shower, WC) with a private sauna. Most cabins are semi-detached, open-plan and sleep two or
three. All cabins are located just metres from the main hotel building, where meals are taken.
FINNISH KARESUANDO
Twin & Double rooms
The Davvi Arctic Lodge is set on a quiet Accommodation here is basic and offers Sleeps 3 - 8 People
secluded hillside in Finnish Karesuando. a warm welcome – just what is needed Full Board Accommodation
Here, you will experience the peace after a day in the snow! 5 minute walk from hotel
and tranquillity of this beautiful • Ensuite shower rooms
region, unsullied by mass tourism or The centrepiece of the hotel is a beautiful • Tea & coffee making
commercialisation. restaurant, which provides spectacular facilities
• Lounge area
panoramic views across snow-covered • DVD player
2019 hillside towards the Swedish part of
Karesuando, just across the nearby
border. The circular design of the FELL HOUSES
restaurant is inspired by the shape of the
Sami reindeer corral.
The Fell House provides spacious, basic accommodation that is ideal for families. There are two-bedroom and three-
bedroom units available, each with one shower room. The Fell House is located approximately 150m from the hotel
building and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
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Double Rooms
Sleeps 2 people
Full Board Accommodation
Main hotel building or hotel
annex
• Concise and cosy
• Tea & coffee
making facilities
• Ensuite with shower
LAGOM ROOM (SMALL)
The Lagom rooms are small and cosy, containing all the necessities required for a comfortable stay. There may be
limited storage space when rooms are fully occupied. Most of the rooms are located on the second floor of the
main hotel building (there is no lift) and there are a further four rooms in an annex to the rear of the building.
Twin and Double rooms
Sleeps 2 - 3 people
Full Board Accommodation
Main hotel building
• Concise and cosy
• Tea & coffee
THE DAVVI
making facilities
• Ensuite with shower
ARCTIC STAR FIKA ROOM (STANDARD)
SWEDISH KARESUANDO The Fika rooms are basic and contain all the things required for your Arctic break. All rooms are en-suite with
shower. The main hotel building contains sixteen of these rooms, split over two floors. Please note that when at full
occupancy, space in some of the rooms can be limited.
Situated on the outskirts of Swedish The rooms are relatively simple and cosy,
Karesuando, the Davvi Arctic Star Hotel is whilst the hotel boasts a good range of
a modern and friendly hotel. A 20-minute facilities, including a bar and restaurant
walk from the Finnish border, the location that offers hearty local dishes. The Davvi
feels genuinely remote and offers superb Arctic Star Hotel is in a good location to
views over both a lake and the Muonio explore Karesuando by foot, dropping
river. in at Sweden’s most northerly church,
visiting the local museum and crossing
2019 regularly between Sweden and Finland.
It also offers the chance to follow in some
very famous footsteps, as the Dalai Lama
stayed at what is now the Davvi Arctic
Star on a visit to Lapland. ›› RESTAURANT ›› BAR LOUNGE
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KILPISJARVI
Perched at the northernmost tip of Finnish Lapland, Kilpisjarvi is a remote
village steeped in time-old legends and epic sagas. Once home to roaming
giants who forged the landscape in their fearless pursuits, this bewildering
place is now the perfect location from which to embark on a search for
the Aurora.
›› LEGENDARY BEGINNINGS surrounding the lake formed by
The story of Kilpis begins long ago Malla’s tears, establishing the
when giants roamed the lands. name: Kilpisjarvi.
The sullen giant Saana fell in love
with the beautiful giant Malla. ›› THE SAANA FELL
Another giant, Paltsa, was jealous Today, the Saana Fell dominates
of the match and wished to marry the skyline of the area, and
Malla himself. Wanting to stop is an iconic landmark of all
the match, Paltsa called upon Finland, being the largest fell
three witches of Lapland who in the country. The Saana Fell
summonsed stormy winds and the sits at the start of an impressive
area began to fill with ice. Saana, chain of mountains as you
sullen and surly as ever, was the head northwards into Norway:
first to freeze. Malla, having seen the Lyngen Alps. This stunning
Saana been frozen, began to cry. landscape is unique in Finland
– Kilpisjarvi is the country’s only
She shed tears which ran and mountainous resort. So far north,
formed a lake – a ‘jarvi’. As the the area is located on the ‘tree
tears ran and the lake formed, line’, so very few trees grow
the icy storms continued. Malla beyond this point.
succumbed to the same fate as
Saana: they were frozen by This, along with the towering
the winds. mountain peaks and the stillness
of the lakes below, only add to
Now, Saana and Malla had been the area’s magical intrigue.
frozen in time and immortalised
forever in the Fells of Kilpis
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Twin apartments
Sleeps 2 - 4 people
Full Board Accommodation
5 minute walk from
restaurant
• Lounge area
• Bathroom with shower
• TV
• Sauna
APARTMENTS
The timber-built apartments are just a short walk away from the restaurant where meals are taken. Each
apartment has up to four beds and features its own sauna and television (local channels only). There is an
open-plan kitchen and living room area downstairs with utensils and coffee maker.
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 2 - 6 people
Full Board Accommodation
5 minute walk from
restaurant
• Lounge area
• Bathroom with shower
• Sauna
MALLA CABINS
The Malla cabins consist of two separate bedrooms and a spacious loft area – an ideal family accommodation
option for up to six people. As well as a private sauna, kitchen and living room space, some of the cabins are also
equipped with a soapstone fireplace around which you can relax and unwind.
TUNDREA 3-4 bedrooms
Sleeps 2 - 8 people
KILPISJARVI
Full Board Accommodation
5 minute walk from
restaurant
• Lounge area
Tundrea is a collection of apartments see your hands in front of you. If being in • Bathroom with shower
• Sauna
and log cabins on the banks of Lake a real-life snow globe doesn’t sound fun,
Kilpis. Here, in Kilpisjarvi, the landscape is then maybe you’d like to curl up with a
awesome and nature commands respect mug of gloggi by the fire in your cabin?
– a sudden snowstorm may sweep from Tundrea offers three types of apartment SAANA CABIN
the mountains and leave you unable to or cabin, each with differing features.
The Saana cabins are the premium offering at Tundrea, featuring space for large families as well as modern
comforts in the Arctic wilderness. With room to sleep up to eight people, the Saana cabins are split into two floors,
with the upper floor leading out on to a balcony giving views of the Arctic tundra and, if luck permits, maybe the
Northern Lights too! Each cabin has its own sauna.
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OUR TOURS
Deep in the Arctic Circle, in the far north of Finnish and
Swedish Lapland, we have curated a range of spectacular
holidays capturing the true spirit of the destination.
Carefully designed to showcase the very best of this
OUR
magical region, our tours are located amidst a vast snow-
covered landscape of ancient fells, frozen lakes and
tranquil forests. Whether you have just three nights or a
whole week to spare, our collection offers the chance to
indulge in a huge selection of exhilarating activities.
ARCTIC
›› FESTIVE LIGHTS
A short break during the Christmas period in search of the
captivating Northern Lights. – Page 30
›› NORTHERN LIGHTS
Our most popular tour running from January to March in
search of the fabled Aurora Borealis. – Page 32
SPIRIT ›› AURORA HUNTER
A leisurely 7-night break, extending your chances of
glimpsing the Northern Lights. – Page 34
›› HUSKY SLED ADVENTURER
TOURS
A 3 or 4 night break for those looking to spend an extended
time on the husky experience. – Page 36
›› SNOWMOBILE VOYAGER
A 3 or 4 night break that allows you to experience a full day
snowmobiling. – Page 38
›› SIMPLY ARCTIC
A 3, 4 or 7 night break comprising of the basics, and allows
you to create your own break. – Page 40
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CHASE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS ENJOY A MEETING WITH OUR
ON SNOWMOBILES REINDEER.
FESTIVE
LIGHTS
3 & 4 NIGHT BREAKS
NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2020
THE AURORA BOREALIS MAY
ILLUMINATE YOUR FESTIVE BREAK
›› CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN
As twinkling lights start to adorn windows and trees, so the
Christmas countdown begins. On your three or four-night
break, absorb the pristine snow-covered landscapes and
Lapland’s laid-back atmosphere.
›› MAGICAL LIGHTS
Nothing could herald the festive season more majestically
than witnessing nature’s most magical light display in the WHAT’S INCLUDED?
heart of True Lapland. Our Christmas adventure takes you ›› Full-board accommodation at the Davvi Arctic Star
in search of the mesmerising Northern Lights, a colourful
›› Return flights with 18kg luggage
spectacle illuminating the clear Arctic night sky.
›› In-flight meals
›› THRILL SEEKING ACTIVITIES ›› Airport transfers
Each break includes three quintessential Lapland activities ›› Northern Lights snowmobile safari (2hrs)
- be immersed in the local Sami culture with an introduction ›› Reindeer Camp (2hrs)
to reindeer herding, followed by a gentle sleigh ride.
›› Call of the Wild husky safari (1hr)
Dash across the frozen tundra aboard a sledge pulled
›› Loan of thermal suits and boots
by a team of huskies and venture into the night on an
exhilarating snowmobile safari, hopefully witnessing your ›› All taxes and government air passenger duty
own unforgettable Aurora Borealis performance.
FROM £869 PER PERSON
£ SEE PAGES 54-55 FOR DATES AND DEPARTURES
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TRAVEL ACROSS A FROZEN LAKE EXPLORE THE ARCTIC SURROUNDINGS
FROM OUR REINDEER CAMP ON A SNOWMOBILE.
NORTHERN
LIGHTS
3 & 4 NIGHT BREAKS
JANUARY - MARCH 2021
TRAVERSE THE ARCTIC
TUNDRA BY HUSKY SLED
›› JOIN THE SEARCH
Join the search for the Aurora Borealis on our three or four-
night short breaks running from January – March when the
nights are longer and darker.
›› MESMERISING LIGHTS
Venture into the night on two excursions, seeking the
Northern Lights by snowmobile and on a guided forest walk, WHAT’S INCLUDED?
accompanied by a magical anticipation that the sky will
›› Full-board hotel accommodation
come alive for you and that the Northern Lights will paint
the sky and their unique palette of colour. ›› Return flights with 18kg luggage
›› Airport transfers
›› INCLUDED ACTIVITIES ›› Northern Lights snowmobile safari (2hrs)
A selection of included activities lets you experience the
›› Reindeer Camp (2hrs)
wonders of this pristine Arctic Wilderness. Be guided across
›› Call of the Wild husky safari (1hr)
frozen rivers on a husky-drawn sled, take a gentler view of
your surroundings from a sleigh pulled by reindeer and, if ›› Northern Lights forest trek (approx. 1hr)
you are staying for four nights, enjoy an introduction to the ›› Snowshoe introduction (2hrs, 4-night stay only)
world of snowshoeing which is a unique way of traversing ›› Loan of thermal suits and boots
the crisp white landscape.
›› Government Air Passenger Duty
FROM £799 PER PERSON
£ SEE PAGES 54-55 FOR DATES AND DEPARTURES.
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MUSH HUSKIES THROUGH ENJOY A MEETING
THE SNOW WITH OUR REINDEER
AURORA
HUNTER
7 NIGHT BREAKS
JANUARY - MARCH 2021
SNOWSHOE THROUGH THE
UNCHARTED TERRAIN
›› THE MAGICAL AURORA
Lapland is a captivating destination that will enthral
you with its unspoiled beauty, indigenous Sami culture,
exhilarating activities and the incredible Aurora Borealis.
›› EXPERIENCE THE SAMI CULTURE
Mush a team of huskies on a thrilling sled ride across the icy
tundra, learn about reindeer herding and enjoy an insight
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
into the colourful local culture with a visit to the ›› Full-board hotel accommodation
Sami Museum. ›› Return flights with 18kg luggage
›› Airport transfers
›› 6 EXCURSION ACTIVITIES
Our spectacular seven-night itinerary showcases every ›› Call of the Wild husky safari (1hr)
element of this beautiful winter landscape and offers ›› Reindeer Camp (2hrs)
plenty of opportunities to search for the fabled Northern ›› Sami Museum (half-day)
Lights, which frequently decorate the night sky with
›› Northern Lights snowmobile safari (2hrs)
a kaleidoscope of colour. Venture into the night on a
›› Northern Lights forest trek (approx. 1hr)
snowmobile safari, crossing frozen lakes to reach the best
Northern Lights vantage points. Enjoy a guided forest trek to ›› Snowshoe introduction (2hrs)
a wilderness viewpoint, hoping to catch your own magical ›› Loan of thermal suits and boots
Aurora performance. ›› All taxes and government air passenger duty
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
FROM £1,199 PER PERSON
Why not add a night in a glass cabin to your Aurora Hunter tour? Lie back and watch the
Northern Lights dance overhead. See page 44 for more details.
£ SEE PAGES 54-55 FOR DATES AND DEPARTURES.
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A VERY SPECIAL MEET CAPTURE THE CAPTIVATING
AND GREET! NORTHERN LIGHTS
HUSKY SLED
ADVENTURER
3 & 4 NIGHT BREAKS
JANUARY - MARCH 2021
ENJOY YOUR FULL
DAY HUSKY ADVENTURE!
›› THE MAJESTIC SCENERY
There could not be a more iconic way to explore the
majestic scenery of Lapland than with a team of energetic
four-legged guides. Choose from a three or four-night
relaxing break in Karesuando, a charming village
surrounded by spectacular Arctic scenery of icy fells, frozen
rivers and snow-capped forests – a wonderful backdrop for WHAT’S INCLUDED?
your husky sled adventure.
›› Full-board hotel accommodation
›› 2 INCLUDED EXCURSIONS ›› Return flights with 18kg luggage
Your two included excursions allow opportunity to befriend ›› Airport transfers
these energetic animals and experience the excitement ›› Northern Lights husky safari (2hrs)
of ‘mushing’. Take turns to ride or drive your own team of
›› Husky Adventure (full day - including travel time)
husky dogs across the tundra. On the full day excursion,
your eager team will bound through the wilderness, ›› Loan of thermal suits and boots
stopping at a picturesque lunch spot. Also enjoy the rush of ›› Government Air Passenger Duty
your sled over the snow as you seek the Northern Lights on
a night safari.
TOUR REQUIREMENTS:
- Aged 12 and over to participate in the excursion
- Aged 18 and over to ‘mush’ a husky team
- Based on 2 people to a sled.
MOBILITY INFORMATION
FROM £859 PER PERSON
Please be aware that a general state of fitness is needed to enjoy this tour. If you are in doubt,
please speak to our sales team who can provide further information.
£ SEE PAGES 54-55 FOR DATES AND DEPARTURES.
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TRAVEL IN CONVOY ON A CAPTURE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
SNOWMOBILE BY SNOWMOBILE
SNOWMOBILE
VOYAGER
3 & 4 NIGHT BREAKS
JANUARY - MARCH 2021
TRY YOUR HAND AT ICE FISHING
ON THE FROZEN LAKE
›› FROZEN WILDERNESS
Lapland’s vast frozen wilderness is the perfect playground
for an exhilarating snowmobile adventure. Our three or
four-night short breaks in Lapland’s far north are dedicated
to the thrills of rushing over Arctic terrain by snowmobile,
ideal for those wanting to master their driving skills.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
›› INCLUDED EXCURSIONS ›› Full-board hotel accommodation
Race through the crisp air along a frozen river on a full day
›› Return flights with 18kg luggage
excursion exploring Lapland’s pristine scenery of ice lakes
›› Airport transfers
and fells, teeming with majestic forests, home to Arctic
hare and reindeer. Perhaps try your hand at ice fishing or ›› Northern Lights snowmobile safari (2hrs)
snowshoeing along the way. Head out into the crisp night ›› Ice fishing and Snowshoe session
air on a two-hour magical snowmobile safari, traversing ›› Snowmobile adventure (full day)
the frozen tundra to a vantage point where you may have
›› Loan of thermal suits and boots
the fortune to be dazzled by the fabled Northern Lights
›› Government Air Passenger Duty
dancing in the star-studded sky.
TOUR REQUIREMENTS:
- Aged 15 and over to participate on this tour
- A valid driving licence is required to drive a snowmobile
- Based on 2 people to a snowmobile
FROM £859 PER PERSON
£ SEE PAGES 54-55 FOR DATES AND DEPARTURES.
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ADD AN EXCITING HUSKY KICK BACK AND RELAX IN THE
TOUR TO YOUR HOLIDAY COMFY HOTEL LOUNGE
SIMPLY
ARCTIC
3,4 & 7 NIGHT BREAKS
JANUARY - MARCH 2021
EXPLORE THE ARCTIC
SURROUNDINGS
›› JUST THE ESSENTIALS!
Our Simply Arctic package is trimmed down, giving you
a value-for-money basis on which to visit the Arctic Circle
in the Northern Lights season of the snowy winter months.
Your package will include flights, transfers and full-board
accommodation, as well as loan of thermal suits and boots.
›› SUIT YOURSELF!
You can choose to spend your time just exploring around WHAT’S INCLUDED?
your hotel and admiring the snowscapes that spread out
›› Full-board hotel accommodation
towards the wilderness. Or you can browse through our
exciting range of optional excursions and decide which ›› Return flights with 18kg luggage
you would like to add to your Simply Arctic break. ›› Airport transfers
›› Loan of thermal suits and boots
›› Government Air Passenger Duty
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
Please see pages 42 - 47 to view optional excursions
you can add to your holiday.
FROM £599 PER PERSON
£ SEE PAGES 54-55 FOR DATES AND DEPARTURES.
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OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
OUR Your tour may include some fantastic adventures in the
Arctic Circle. Should you wish to be further immersed into
the charms of Lapland and create even more memories
OPTIONAL
to last a lifetime, we offer a range of additional excursions
to enjoy during your stay. Bore a hole into the ice and try
to catch a fish, visit the famous Ice Hotel in Jukkasjarvi
or spend a night in an authentic hand-built igloo. What’s
more, the Northern Lights excursions give you a better
chance of witnessing this phenomenon.
EXCURSIONS
Whilst these activities can also be booked in resort, places
are limited so we recommend booking before you depart.
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AVAILABLE IN AVAILABLE IN
KARESUANDO & KILPISJARVI ›› CROSS-COUNTRY SKI SCHOOL & TOUR KARESUANDO ONLY
›› REINDEER RESERVE GLASS CABIN
Lapland’s snow laden landscapes offer the ideal playground
A room with a view – and what a view it is! Lie back in the bed of your very own glass igloo and
in which to master a new skill. Find your cross-country ski legs
gaze up to the Arctic skies in the hope of witnessing the fabled Aurora Borealis. Your glass cabin is
with an introductory tuition session before venturing out for a ski
one of only four in a remotely located reindeer reserve on the Northern Lights Route, set around
excursion. This gentle way of travelling offers the perfect pace
a frozen lake and at the foot of a majestic fell.
to combine healthy exercise with admiring the scenery of this
spectacular frozen wilderness.
£360 PER PERSON MUST BE BOOKED PRIOR TO DEPARTURE
REQUIRES A MINIMUM 2 GUESTS
DURATION: OVERNIGHT SELECTED DATES JANUARY - MARCH 2021
£75 PER PERSON NOVEMBER 2020 - MARCH 2021
DURATION: 2 HOURS
AVAILABLE IN
›› ICE FISHING BY SNOWMOBILE* KARESUANDO & KILPISJARVI
Traversing across the icy Arctic tundra by snowmobile, you will
take an exhilarating journey to a frozen lake where you can try
your hand at traditional ice fishing. After drilling a hole in the thick
ice, you will set your line and - with luck - maybe catch your own
lunch. A memory to take home and reel out for years to come!
£110 PER PERSON NOVEMBER 2020 - MARCH 2021
DURATION: 2 HOURS
AVAILABLE IN
›› REINDEER CAMP & SLEIGH SAFARI KARESUANDO ONLY
Reindeer are an icon of Lapland, and our excursion offers a
wonderful opportunity to discover more about these gentle,
friendly creatures. Enjoy a close encounter learning about
herding and even how to lasso a reindeer! Next, climb aboard a
traditional wooden sleigh; gently drawn by reindeer, you will glide
quietly over a frozen lake.
£110 PER PERSON NOVEMBER 2020 - MARCH 2021
DURATION: 2 HOURS
AVAILABLE IN
›› SNOW VILLAGE TOUR / ICE HOTEL KARESUANDO ONLY
Re-created and re-imagined each year, the Ice Hotel is an iconic
and unmissable destination in Swedish Lapland. Chiselled and
carved from thick ice harvested from the adjacent Torne River,
the hotel is a masterpiece of construction. Incredible pieces of
ice artwork and sculptures adorn the uniquely themed suites.
(Available on selected dates only).
£120 PER PERSON JANUARY - MARCH 2021
DURATION: HALF DAY
*A €980 excess would be payable for any snowmobile damage. A single rider supplement may be available on selected dates.
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AVAILABLE IN AVAILABLE IN
›› SNOWSHOE INTRODUCTION KARESUANDO AND KILPISJARVI ›› FELL VIEWPOINT SNOWMOBILE SAFARI* KARESUANDO ONLY
Follow in the footsteps of the locals with an introduction to A snowmobile safari is the most breathtaking way to uncover the
snowshoeing, a practical means of traversing the snow-laden scenic secrets of Lapland’s wilderness, and our 2-hour excursion
winter terrain. A short, fun tuition session will equip you with the does not disappoint. Dashing across the icy tundra, through
skills for a brief excursion into the spectacular wilderness. Pad forests and over frozen lakes, you will climb to a vantage point
gently into the peaceful forests, perhaps spotting the tracks of atop a snow-capped fell where panoramic views abound. Based
Arctic hare, as you explore at a leisurely pace. on two adults sharing a snowmobile.
£65 PER PERSON NOVEMBER 2020 - MARCH 2021 £130 PER PERSON JANUARY - MARCH 2021
DURATION: 2 HOURS DURATION: 2 HOURS
AVAILABLE IN AVAILABLE IN
›› NORTHERN LIGHTS SNOWMOBILE SAFARI* KARESUANDO AND KILPISJARVI ›› SNOW IGLOO INTERLUDE KARESUANDO ONLY
This safari showcases the magic of Lapland after dark. Traversing For a quintessential Lapland experience, exchange your hotel
across the Arctic tundra and through the majestic silent forests, room for an icy igloo. Despite the Arctic temperatures, your
you will seek the mystical Aurora Borealis. Venturing deep into frozen accommodation is surprisingly warm and cosy - the
the wilderness, you will hopefully be rewarded by a display of the bed made of snow and ice is beautifully insulated by warming
magnificent kaleidoscopic colours of the Northern Lights. reindeer hides. The night is totally silent beneath the starlit skies as
you settle down for a memorable night’s sleep.
£120 PER PERSON NOVEMBER 2020 - MARCH 2021 £120 PER PERSON NOVEMBER 2020 - MARCH 2021
DURATION: 2 HOURS DURATION: OVERNIGHT
AVAILABLE IN AVAILABLE IN
›› NORTHERN LIGHTS HUSKY SAFARI KARESUANDO ONLY
›› ARCTIC FATBIKING KILPISJARVI ONLY
Under the Arctic night sky, join your team of husky dogs who will Would you like to learn a new way to tame the snowfields of
lead you on a wonderful quest to seek the magical Northern Kilpisjärvi? Fatbike is a modified bicycle suited especially for
Lights. Bounding effortlessly through majestic forests and over snowy conditions. As the name implies, the fatter-than-usual tires
snow glazed tundra, the huskies will lead you through the are easy to manoeuvre on snow. Some level of fitness is required.
nocturnal wilderness. And, with luck, the elusive Aurora Borealis
will paint the sky with their beguiling palette of colour.
£120 PER PERSON NOVEMBER 2020 - MARCH 2021 £80 PER PERSON JANUARY - MARCH 2021
DURATION: 1.5 HOURS DURATION: 2 HOURS
AVAILABLE IN AVAILABLE IN
›› CALL OF THE WILD HUSKY SAFARI KARESUANDO ONLY ›› THREE BORDERS BY SNOWMOBILE* KILPISJARVI ONLY
Traverse the Arctic tundra aboard a sleigh eagerly led by a team This renowned snowmobile safari is the ultimate way to tour the
of spry huskies, mushing the dogs yourself. This is an unmissable Nordics: see three countries in less than a minute! The safari starts
experience and an unforgettable way in which to uncover at Kilpisjarvi and you drive your snowmobile over frozen lakes
the delights of Lapland’s true wilderness. Frozen lakes, icy fells to the most peaceful border in the world – that where Finland,
and snow dappled forests create a beautiful backdrop for this Sweden and Norway meet.
exhilarating journey.
£100 PER PERSON NOVEMBER 2020 - MARCH 2021 £150 PER PERSON JANUARY - MARCH 2021
DURATION: 1 HOUR DURATION: 3 HOURS
*A €980 excess would be payable for any snowmobile damage. A single rider supplement may be available on selected dates.
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WHAT TO WEAR IN LAPLAND
True Lapland is a wonderful, authentic wilderness location. But please keep in mind that when it comes to
visiting, you are flying deep into the Arctic Circle in the height of winter when weather conditions can at 05 08 09 10
times be adverse and temperatures often reach -35C. Our experts give you their tried and tested advice
from years spent experiencing the wonders of True Lapland. Here are eleven essentials on Transun’s list:
01 07
01
THERMAL HAT THERMAL TOP
Essential for keeping your This acts as a base layer to
head warm while outside. ensure you trap in all the
necessary heat you need
02 while being outside.
WATERPROOF 08
GLOVES THERMAL
Important for the
06
snowmobile and husky
LEGGINGS
rides as your hands do get These act as a base layer
cold on these excursions. to ensure you trap in all
the necessary heat you 02
03 need while being outside.
SCARF OR PROVIDED
SNOOD 09
Perfect for covering your
THERMAL 11
neck and face during
excursions. SUIT
This is provided for you
04 and kept for the duration
THERMAL of your stay.
SOCKS 07
Protect your feet from the
10 03
cold. We recommend to 2 -3 UNDER
wear 2-3 pairs at one time
LAYERS
during excursions
These go on top of your
thermal layers and we
05 recommend wearing 2-3
BALACLAVA layers at one time.
To protect you against
high winds when on 11
excursions. SNOW
GOGGLES 04
PROVIDED
Recommended for
06 snowmobile and husky
SNOW BOOTS excursions.
These are provided for
you and kept for the
duration of your stay.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
›› WHAT DO I NEED TO CONSIDER AND KNOW BEFORE I BOOK? this is not a definitive list of instructions and liabilities, further ›› I’M GETTING READY TO TRAVEL, WHAT INFORMATION WILL I ›› OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION
information is available upon request, and will be provided in FIND USEFUL?
Are the tours suitable for children? Due to the extreme resort). Flights: In most cases we charter direct flights on a fast, reliable
weather conditions in Lapland, we generally don’t What clothes should we take? To re-iterate, temperatures and comfortable B737, A320/321, or B757. However, flight
recommend the tours in our Arctic Spirit collection for children Will we get to ‘mush’ our own husky dogs? Guests over 18 can reach as low as -40˚C. It is the responsibility of the guest plans may change before departure and we reserve the
under the age of twelve since a great deal of time will be years old will have the opportunity to ‘mush’ their own sleds; to bring adequate clothing for this weather. Our largest suit right to substitute alternative carriers and/or aircraft types
spent outdoors in Arctic conditions. this is dependent on trail and weather conditions. Guests size is a 48” chest or approx. size 20 (women’s UK sizing); our where necessary. Where this situation arises, it is not possible
under 18 years old will travel in a sled. All participants on smallest suit size is 34” in height. Our largest shoe size is 12 (UK); to transfer to another break or cancel without incurring
Is the trip suitable for disabled, pregnant or elderly visitors? our husky excursions will be required to sign a Husky Waiver; our smallest shoe size is 8 (UK child). Should a guest be outside normal cancellation charges (see booking conditions). Airline
It is imperative that you speak to a member of our team parents or guardians will sign on behalf of any children the range of this sizing, they will need to purchase their own regulations vary but many will refuse permission to fly for
on 01865 265200 prior to booking. We cannot provide any under the age of 18. (Please note this is not a definitive list of winter gear for use in Lapland. Thermal suits and boots should women who will be 28 or more weeks into pregnancy on the
special assistance or care and we cannot guarantee instructions and liabilities, further information is available upon be worn at all times when outdoors in Lapland. Should a guest date of return travel. Transun operates direct flights but these
specially-made vehicles. In addition, we do not generally request, and will be provided at resort). bring their own thermal suits and boots, the responsibility lies may occasionally stop to off-load or pick-up clients. A direct
recommend our trips in the Arctic Circle for wheelchair users with them to ensure they are suitable for Arctic conditions. flight does not necessarily mean a non-stop flight. It may
given that we operate in very remote, wilderness locations How easy is it to ‘mush’ a husky team or drive a snowmobile? Advice on other clothing to bring is provided in the pre- sometimes be necessary to substitute an intended destination
where snow can be up to four feet deep and paths are not ‘Mushing’ a dog team is reasonably straightforward and departure information in the ‘My Booking’ section of the airport with a nearby alternative and we reserve the right
always cleared, making the terrain difficult to traverse. Plus, is mastered by most people quickly. A certain degree of website. to do so. Such a change would be made with passengers’
not all of the activities would be accessible as some require physical strength is needed as well as a sense of balance. safety or enjoyment in mind and would not constitute a ‘major
travelling through the snow to get to. With regards to those All snowmobiles are fully automatic and do not require any What currency should I take? The currency in Finland is the change.’ When you make a reservation, you will be issued
who are pregnant, our snowmobile and husky safaris would expertise or previous experience. Euro; the currency in Sweden is the Krona. Many hotels and with provisional flight times on your booking confirmation
not be suitable due to the vibrations of uneven tracks and the establishments will not accept cash and only accept card and informed of the actual flight times on your departure
exhaust fumes of the snowmobiles, and you should always Are there toilet facilities? Due to the natural environment, payments. The Arctic Star hotel does not accept cash and will documents once airport runway slots have been confirmed
consult a doctor before travelling. toilet facilities may not be widely available but temporary only accept card payments. All Transun optional excursions by the airline.
or wilderness toilets will be on hand at activity points. We are advertised in Sterling; credit and debit cards are
Are we guaranteed to be on the excursion for the specified recommend that guests use the facilities in their hotel or other accepted as payment for excursions booked in resort. Some airports (namely Norwich and Durham Tees Valley)
amount of time? Lengths can sometimes vary dependent on establishments when they are available. charge passengers an airport ‘development fee’ which is
weather conditions or circumstances beyond our control. The Can dietary requirements be catered for? Any dietary payable directly to the airport by passengers on departure.
durations given in the brochure are approximate. The duration What are the hotel ratings and are they suitable for everyone? requirements must be advised at the time of booking; we will
of the activity includes safety briefings. Transfer times to the There is no official rating for the properties in Finland or pass this request onto the airline and accommodation where Health & medical care: Finland and Sweden have reciprocal
activity sites can vary. Sweden and therefore you will not find any within our applicable, who will endeavour to fulfil your requirements. health care agreements with the UK. This entitles you to
brochure. We have listed all the facilities available within However, given the remoteness of the locations, this cannot emergency medical treatment and to prove eligibility for
Can I book optional activities in resort? Yes, but places are each property to help guide your selection. Where additional be guaranteed and it is recommended that any passengers this treatment you only require a British Passport. Non-British
limited so we recommend that you do this at the time of beds are provided, these may be sofa or portable beds. with a special request carry some supplies of foodstuffs with nationals should obtain a European Health Insurance card
booking or as soon as possible before travel. Please note Please note that if accommodation units are filled to their them. (EHIC). Treatment is available either free of charge or for a
that glass cabins must be booked at least 3 days prior to maximum occupancy they may be cramped and storage standard fee, depending on the municipality. Transfer to
departure. All activities are subject to availability. Please note can be minimal. The operation and supervision of overseas medical facilities and all costs incurred are the responsibility of
that all excursions are non-refundable and non transferable. property, transport and other services is subject to local laws, the guest, however staff in resort will endeavour to assist and
Transun accepts no responsibility for excursions which are regulations, standards and codes of practice of individual ›› WHAT CAN I EXPECT IN LAPLAND? provide advice. The number for emergency services in Finland
booked through other providers. countries. The legal and safety requirements may be of a is 112. Clients who have special diets or are taking regular
different standard to that of in the UK and the standards Will I be safe in Lapland? The local operators are experienced drugs for heart conditions, diabetes etc, should ensure that
What happens to my activities if there is not enough snow imposed will be that of the country you are visiting, not of the and safety conscious and their equipment complies with they have ample supply, which should be carried with them
or it is extremely cold? All activities are arranged subject to UK. local safety standards. However, it must be borne in mind at all times as well as required foods.
local weather conditions, which are outside of our control. If that the activities are authentically Lappish as we are offering
there are insufficient levels of snow or ice for reliant activities How much snow will there be? Snow falls in Lapland between the experience of local adventures. To keep safe, you must Passport: A full UK passport which is valid on day of return
to operate upon the day of participation, then our suppliers October and May and it is common to find thick snow cover ensure you follow the instructions of our guides and exercise is necessary to travel to Lapland. Non-British citizens
will attempt to move all activities to a position where snow from November and December. However, it is also possible caution. Keep in mind that the animal rides are traditional and should enquire at the Finnish Embassy on 0207 8386200 or
is available, adjust tracks accordingly so a modified activity that there may be a period of warmer weather, especially authentic and use untamed animals. Rides are taken at your www.finemb.org.uk: see terms and conditions for further
programme can operate or provide alternative activities given the effects of global warming, which may cause the own risk, although that risk is very small. Parents and guardians information. It is now a requirement for all passengers to
that are not reliant on snow and ice. Where this happens snow and ice to melt before the next snowfall. are responsible for the supervision of the children in their submit to Transun in advance of travel full and accurate
no refunds will be made. Should temperatures reach an party at all times. No one should travel without insurance that passport information. Failure to do so may result in
extreme, then modified programmes will operate. We reserve How accurate is the brochure? Details within this brochure covers snowmobiling and husky mushing. cancellation of flight ticket.
the right to amend or cancel any part of tours or safaris if we are correct at the time of going to press. All excursions
or our suppliers consider that conditions are unsafe. These and itineraries are subject to alteration and withdrawal in What is the food like? Food on all breaks is basic yet warming Visit www.transun.co.uk for full FAQs.
judgements are usually made when the temperature falls response to local conditions, timings and demand. Many and plentiful. You should keep in mind that given the remote
below -20°C; a variety of factors may influence decisions. NB: of the photographs in our brochure were taken in previous nature of the location, fresh fruit and vegetables are less
Periods preceding or post extreme weather may be subject to seasons in Karesuando and Hetta. Some photography is for plentiful than in the UK. Menus will vary from establishment to
changes in itinerary or operational order. purposes of illustration only. Transun cannot guarantee that establishment. Drinks are not included.
the exact scenes will be replicated. We cannot accept any
Can anyone drive a snowmobile? On each of our excursions, liability for opening times of places of interest during your visit. Will I be able to downhill ski whilst in Lapland? Downhill skiing
there will be two passengers per snowmobile, swapping Our holidays may also be featured on websites owned and is not currently available in the wilderness locations where our
halfway. Driving a snowmobile in Finland is like driving a operated by travel agents and other organisations; we have breaks are set, but there is a chance to try cross-country skiing
car, and similar laws apply. A full valid driving licence is no control over the content of such sites and therefore we as an optional excursion.
required - please ensure you bring this with you as it must be cannot accept liability for information contained in them.
presented in resort. A damage waiver must be signed before Will I see the Northern Lights in resort? The Northern Lights are
commencing the activity. Credit card copies are taken and a natural phenomenon dependent on a number of natural
a €980 excess is payable for any damage, irrespective of events combining to produce the appropriate conditions.
severity, prior to departure from resort. Normal traffic laws All of our hotels are based in optimal locations, however, we
apply on snowmobile routes. Safety helmets must be worn at cannot guarantee a sighting of the Northern Lights.
all times. All children 15 and under will travel in a sleigh pulled
by the guide’s snowmobile. Children 16 and over can ride as
a passenger behind a responsible parent/adult, however this
is at the guide’s discretion, their decision being final. Parents
or guardians will be required to sign the damage waiver on
behalf of any children under the age of 18. (Please note
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