This 13-day Nordic itinerary is super practical! You can experience king crab fishing, stay in a glass igloo to chase the aurora, enjoy a sea-view cabin on a Havila cruise, ride an icebreaker, go reindeer and husky sledding, go eagle watching, visit the Aurora Gate, and head to Santa Claus Village to get your Arctic Circle certificate~
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The five Nordic countries are very close to each other, so a multi-country trip lets you visit Viking ruins 🏰 and aurora camps 🌌, while unlocking the unique joys of fairy-tale kingdoms and the land of a thousand lakes. It's a blast to explore, eat, and take photos!
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Itinerary:
D1: Depart and arrive in Helsinki, transfer to Kemi, and start your Nordic aurora journey ❄️
D2-D3: From Kemi to Rovaniemi and then Saariselkä. Visit Santa Claus Village, experience reindeer and husky sledding, and stay in a glass igloo to chase the aurora ✨
D4-D7: Board the Havila cruise from Kirkenes, fish for king crabs, go eagle watching, and cruise along the way to encounter the aurora 🌌
D8-D10: In-depth tour of the Lofoten Islands, visit fishing villages like Å and Reine, and check out the seaside football pitch 🌊
D11: Head to Tromsø to see the Arctic Gate, fly back to Helsinki, and stay in a 5-diamond hotel 🏨
D12-D13: Fly back to Shanghai from Helsinki, successfully concluding your trip ✈️
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Recommended Attractions:
Santa Claus Village 🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄
Address: 96930 Rovaniemi, Finland
Opening hours: Open all day. The atmosphere is extra festive in November and December. Santa Claus Office hours are extended until 6:00 PM in December.
Duration: 3-5 hours
Stepping in here is like entering a Nordic fairy tale world. You can cross the Arctic Circle, get a stamp, send Christmas postcards to the future, and take photos and make wishes with the official Santa Claus~
Lofoten Islands 🏔️🌊
Address: Norway
Opening hours: Open all day
Duration: 2-4 days
A stunning mountain and sea secret spot carved by glaciers. In summer, you can experience the unique midnight sun kayaking, paddling while watching the never-setting golden sun blanket the mountains and fields.
Tromsø Cable Car 🚠
Address: Sollivegen 12, 9020 Tromsdalen, Norway
Opening hours: 9:00 AM–12:00 AM
Duration: 1-3 hours
Take the cable car straight to the summit for a panoramic view of the entire city of Tromsø. Watching the sunset dye the fjords in the evening is incredibly healing.
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✈️ Travel Preparation:
📄 First, you must bring the original and a copy of your Schengen visa, as well as your passport and ID card. Scan and save them to the cloud in advance as a backup.
📱 Be sure to buy a Nordic universal SIM card and bring a plug adapter. Don't forget to prepare a European-style plug.
🧥 September in the Nordics is cool and rainy. Bring a windproof and waterproof jacket, a light down jacket, and comfortable, non-slip hiking shoes.
🔋 Bring a power bank and a fast charger. Bring extra camera batteries, as taking photos drains power very quickly.
🧰 Carry a portable umbrella, stomach medicine, and Band-Aids. These small emergency items can be a big help.
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The worry-free guide for a Nordic group tour is all set. Save this and get ready to set off to see the aurora and explore ancient castles ✨