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at night. DAY 6 ROVANIEMI - Excursion to returning to Rovaniemi. Rest of the day at
Rafting on the Arctic River - the instructor Lampivaara amethyst mine. leisure and overnight.
will brief you on rafting and lifesaving Located 1.5 hours northeast of Rovaniemi The last night we will bid farewell with a
techniques before starting the river route is the Lampivaara amethyst mine, of typical dinner of the area. Overnight.
from which you can enjoy the unique millenary formation and economic
scenery. sustenance of the area for centuries. DAY 7 ROVANIEMI
Upon arrival you will be welcomed with Breakfast at the hotel and at the indicated
WINTER and SPRING (October to a glass of forest fruit juice. Then an time, transfer to the airport.
April) instructor will introduce you to the world
Arctic sauna - relax in the snow in an of mining and the history of these mines EXTRAS:
Arctic sauna, one of the most appreciated in particular, before giving you a pick For the more adventurous... who dares to
meeting points of the Lappish society and shovel so that you can extract your sleep one night in a hotel made of ice...?
(adults only). amethyst stone. If you find it, you can
Snowshoeing tour - a more relaxed but keep it!
equally spectacular activity crossing After a day of mining, regain your strength
snowy forests and frozen lakes. with a snack in the cafeteria before
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