Lapland

The Midnight Sun on the Ounas River in Rovaniemi!

Rovaniemi: Visit the real Santa at Santa's Park (he is Finnish by the way), visit a reindeer farm, take a reindeer, snowmobile, or husky safari, outdoor hiking and exploring, camping, cross-country skiing, staying in a cabin in Finnish nature with possibility of seeing the Northern Lights (A real and recommended Finnish experience), Arktikum Museum (focusing on the Arctic regions and presenting life, natural habitats, history, customs and cultures of the peoples living north of the Arctic Circle), changing of the leaves in autumn.

Previous customers enjoying the Barbeque Riverboat cruise and Santa's reindeer.

Jutajaiset International Folklore Festival- June 23rd-July 2nd, 2006. If in Finland during this time, put this event on the top of your "must see" list. It takes place in Rovaniemi, capital of Lapland and located right on the Arctic Circle. The streets are full with international and traditional Finnish and Lappish handi crafts, foods such as smoked salmon, and street performances. There are also performances in theatres throughout the city. Folk dancing, music, and performances from many cultures as well as traditional Finnish music, polka, and top traditional Finnish Folk dance groups.

Exotic, traditional Finnish Culture: If you really want to experience Lappish Culture above the Arctic Circle, these activities are 110% recommend for you.

-Bar-b-Que Cruise-FETG can arrange river cruises for you that takes you to an island where a chef will prepare a traditional Finnish cuisine of your choice, such as salmon, reindeer, or elk. Following, you can choose a catered program of your choice, such as cruising to a reindeer farm, or traditional Lappish Folk dancing, dress, and joiku from Saamis (the indigenous group of Lapland). I have personally witnessed this several times and it is mesmerizing and a real special treat. REAL Finnish Culture above the Arctic Circle.

- Rhealm of Kampsuherra- FETG and arrange for you to take a river boat cruise to Mr.Oiva Arvola's place, a Lappish Author who specializes in Saga Stories. A real character. The stories will be told in a Lappish dialect and many have been translated into English. The atmosphere is unique and takes place in a Kota (Tee-Pee like hut). Also, offers lunches such as reindeer or fish, and special deserts and apéritifs coming from herbs and berries in Lapland. Possibility for sauna and also if you don't want to take the riverboat cruise, he offers pick-up and return. In addition, you can participate in the "Crossing of the Arctic" ceremony.

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Inari: Sámi region & parliament, Siida Museum (focusing on the indigenous Sámi people and the Northern seasons).

Kuusamo: Oulanka National Park, great hiking trails such as the Bear Ring, swimming, canoeing, enjoyment in Finnish nature, fishing, and much more. During the winter months, visit Ruka Ski Resort.

Kemi: World's largest snow castle and ice breaker ship. Everyone will enjoy a visit to the snow castle, which has a different design each year and many attractions. You can even go swimming in the frozen water if you dare, with a protective insulated body suit of course.