A Fairy Tale of Ice, Fire & Aurora | 13 Days 12 Nights Private Tour of Iceland, Finnish Lapland & Rovaniemi | OuluTrip Europe Private Tours
A Fairy Tale of Ice, Fire & Aurora | 13 Days 12 Nights Private Tour of Iceland, Finnish Lapland & Rovaniemi
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A Fairy Tale of Ice, Fire & Aurora | 13 Days 12 Nights Private Tour of Iceland, Finnish Lapland & Rovaniemi

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Tour Highlights

Song of Ice and Fire
Polar Icebreaking
Lapland Fairy Tales

Itinerary Overview

Day1

Reykjavik | Arrival in the Land of Ice and Fire, Prelude to the Aurora

Arrive at Keflavík International Airport, transfer to a downtown hotel via luxury business car. Evening offers an opportunity to view the aurora.

Keflavík International Airport

Flight arrival; dedicated butler awaits to assist with luggage collection.

Downtown Reykjavik

Travel in a luxurious 7-8 seat Mercedes-Benz V-Class business car, navigating between volcanic landscapes and the city to settle into your hotel.

Hotel Terrace

Quietly await the first gentle descent of the Northern Lights, experiencing the serenity and mystery of the "Smoke-Free City."

We recommend monitoring aurora forecasts and ensuring adequate warmth measures.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast None
  • Lunch None
  • Dinner None
Accommodation

Downtown Reykjavik Hotel

Day2

Reykjavik – Golden Circle | Strolling Along Tectonic Boundaries, Listening to the Earth's Pulse

Explore Þingvellir National Park, Geysir Geothermal Area, and Gullfoss Waterfall, followed by dinner in a southern town.

Þingvellir National Park

A World Heritage site marking the geological suture line between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates; experience the awe of standing on two continents simultaneously.

Geysir Geothermal Area

Witness the magnificent eruption of the Strokkur geyser, showcasing the raw power within the Earth.

Gullfoss Waterfall

Pause to admire the brilliant rainbows refracted by the waterfall mist in the sunlight.

Southern Town, Iceland

Enjoy an authentic Nordic dinner by a warm fireplace.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch Light meal en route
  • Dinner Authentic Nordic Dinner
Accommodation

Southern Town Hotel

Day3

South Coast | Symphony of Waterfalls and Surreal Black Sand Beaches

Visit Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, and Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach to experience nature's ultimate beauty.

Seljalandsfoss

Walk behind the waterfall to look up at the sky through the curtain of water, enjoying a unique perspective.

Skógafoss

Watch the massive torrent plunge from a height of 25 meters, feeling the thunderous roar of the water.

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Admire the visual impact of black volcanic sand against white crashing waves, and observe the hexagonal basalt columnar joints.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch Light meal en route
  • Dinner At Hotel
Accommodation

South Coast Hotel

Day4

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon – Diamond Beach | Exploring the Blue Secrets of Vatnajökull Glacier

Tour Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach; blue ice cave exploration arranged subject to conditions.

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Observe floating millennia-old blue ice from the glacier, varying in shape and crystal clear.

Diamond Beach

A paradise for photographers where icebergs washed ashore on black sand glitter like diamonds in the sunlight.

Vatnajökull Glacier

If weather and ice conditions permit, arrange a blue ice cave expedition deep into the heart of Europe's largest glacier.

Seasonal activity, subject to weather conditions.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch Light meal en route
  • Dinner At Hotel
Accommodation

Eastern or Northern Region Hotel

Day5

Reykjavik – Blue Lagoon | Urban Stroll and Geothermal Healing

Return to Reykjavik to visit Tjörnin Lake, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Harpa Concert Hall, and relax in the Blue Lagoon.

Tjörnin Lake

Stroll along the lake shore watching swans play.

Hallgrímskirkja Church

Visit this architecturally unique church; ascend the tower to overlook the city's colorful rooftops.

Harpa Concert Hall

Admire the kaleidoscope of colors created by the glass facade under the sunlight.

Blue Lagoon

Relax in the milky-blue geothermal waters rich in minerals and silica, enjoying therapeutic healing.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch Light meal en route
  • Dinner At Hotel
Accommodation

Downtown Reykjavik Hotel

Day6

Reykjavik – Helsinki | Crossing the Nordics, Departing for Lapland

Fly to Helsinki, Finland; check into a downtown hotel and explore the city freely.

Keflavík Airport

Transfer to airport and board flight to Helsinki.

Downtown Helsinki

Dedicated driver/guide meets you upon arrival and escorts you to the hotel. Freely explore this pearl of the Baltic Sea and immerse yourself in the charm of Finland's design capital.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch Light meal en route
  • Dinner Free arrangement
Accommodation

Downtown Helsinki Hotel

Day7

Helsinki – Kemi | Polar Train Northward, Meeting the Ice Castle

Experience the polar train to Oulu, transfer to Kemi, and visit the Ice Castle.

Polar Train

Travel north from Helsinki to Oulu, admiring the winter landscape of intertwined Finnish lakes and forests.

Kemi

Visit the world's only SnowCastle exhibition, admiring masterpieces of ice and snow sculpture.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch On the train or en route
  • Dinner Local Kemi Cuisine
Accommodation

Local Kemi Hotel

Day8

Haparanda | Icebreaker Cruise Across the Gulf of Bothnia, Conquering the Frozen Sea

Travel to Haparanda, Sweden; take a polar icebreaker across the frozen sea and enjoy walking on the ice.

Haparanda

Board a true polar icebreaker to cross the frozen waters of the Gulf of Bothnia, witnessing the miracle of nature combined with engineering.

Gulf of Bothnia

Don professional thermal flotation suits to experience ice walking in a safe area, feeling the biting cold of the Baltic Sea.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch On the ship or en route
  • Dinner Local Haparanda Cuisine
Accommodation

Local Haparanda Hotel

Day9

Haparanda – Rovaniemi – Saariselkä | Crossing the Arctic Circle, Visiting Santa's Hometown

Visit Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi, then proceed to Saariselkä for an evening snowmobile aurora chase.

Rovaniemi

Visit Santa Claus Village, pose for photos at the Arctic Circle signpost, and send postcards stamped with the North Pole postmark.

Saariselkä

Check into a特色 wooden cabin hotel.

Forests around Saariselkä

Embark on a snowmobile aurora chasing tour; find the green ribbons dancing in the sky under professional guidance.

Wear warm clothing and observe snowmobile safety protocols.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch Light meal en route
  • Dinner Saariselkä Wooden Cabin Hotel
Accommodation

Saariselkä Specialty Wooden Cabin Hotel

Day10

Saariselkä | Sami Culture Experience, Dancing with Reindeer

Immerse in Sami culture, ride a reindeer sled (Husky sled optional), and track the aurora on snowshoes at night.

Local Reindeer Farm

Get up close with reindeer and learn about the ancient nomadic traditions of the Sami people.

Snowfields

Ride a traditional reindeer sled, gliding through the snowfields pulled by reindeer.

Snowfields

(Optional Extra) Ride a husky sled, feeling the vitality and energy of the sleddogs.

National Park Snow Forest

Put on polar snowshoes and venture deep into the snow forest with a guide, waiting for the aurora to descend.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch At the farm or en route
  • Dinner Saariselkä Wooden Cabin Hotel
Accommodation

Saariselkä Specialty Wooden Cabin Hotel

Day11

Saariselkä – Kirkenes | Norwegian Border King Crab Feast

Travel to Kirkenes, Norway; take a snowmobile to an ice cave to check crab pots and enjoy a king crab lunch.

Kirkenes

Cross the border to Norway's northernmost port city.

Frozen Fjord

Ride a sled pulled by a snowmobile along the frozen fjord to an ice cave to inspect crab pots.

Ice Cave / Fjord Side

Enjoy a fresh, succulent king crab lunch caught just moments before.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch King Crab Feast
  • Dinner Saariselkä Wooden Cabin Hotel
Accommodation

Saariselkä Specialty Wooden Cabin Hotel

Day12

Saariselkä – Rovaniemi – Helsinki | Polar Museum and Overnight Sleeper Train

Visit the Polar Museum in Rovaniemi, then board a luxury sleeper train back to Helsinki.

Rovaniemi

Visit the Polar Museum to learn about the history, culture, and changing Arctic ecosystem of the Lapland region.

Finnish Railways

Board the VR luxury sleeper train to return to Helsinki, spending a tranquil night in comfortable sleeping berths.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast At Hotel
  • Lunch Light meal en route
  • Dinner On the Train
Accommodation

Sleeper Train

Day13

Helsinki | Perfect Return, Cherishing Polar Memories

The train arrives in Helsinki, concluding the journey; assistance with airport transfer or free exploration available.

Helsinki Central Railway Station

Train arrival; the Nordic Polar journey officially concludes.

Downtown Helsinki / Airport

If flight schedules allow, the driver/guide can assist with exploring the final corners of Helsinki or provide airport transfer.

Dining Arrangements
  • Breakfast On the Train
  • Lunch Free arrangement
  • Dinner Free arrangement
Accommodation

None

Transparent Pricing & Package Comparison

100% private tailored tours — choose freely between VIP All-Inclusive or Chauffeur-Only packages

90% Guests Choose This

👑VIP All-Inclusive Luxury Package

Complete peace of mind, prime scenic accommodation, all signature admissions included — the ultimate wallet-free experience.

  • Private Luxury Fleet: Mercedes-Benz V-Class (7-8 seats) or business van, incl. all fuel, tolls & city entry fees
  • Dedicated Bilingual Driver-Guide: Professional chauffeur-guide accompanying you throughout, zero mandatory tipping
  • Prime-Location 4-5 Star Hotels: Handpicked hotels/heritage estates within scenic zones (Glass Igloos in Arctic), zero remote detours
  • All Key Attraction Tickets: Major experiences included (icebreaker cruise, king crab safari, Jungfrau railway, castle entries, etc.)
  • Daily Hotel Breakfast: Premium breakfast included daily + driver-guide's out-of-town accommodation fully covered
Maximum Flexibility

🚗Chauffeur-Only Package

Ideal for guests who prefer to book their own hotels (e.g. hotel reward points redemption), explore local dining, and enjoy full freedom.

  • Private Luxury Vehicle: Mercedes-Benz V-Class / luxury business van, door-to-door service incl. fuel & insurance
  • Experienced Driver-Guide: Concierge-style chauffeur service, out-of-town guide accommodation fully covered
  • 1-on-1 Route Optimization: Custom route planning & optimal timing tailored by your dedicated travel consultant
  • Attraction admissions & dining at your own leisure (guide can assist with skip-the-line bookings)
  • Hotels booked independently (we provide curated prime-location recommendation lists)

Why Choose OuluTrip Private Tailored Travel? (Our Value Philosophy)

Prime Locations, Maximizing Scenic Time

True luxury travel means spending your time admiring breathtaking scenery, not sitting in traffic. We carefully select hotels and heritage estates within core scenic zones. We never compromise on location to save costs — saving you 2–3 hours of daily back-and-forth transit.

100% Private, At Your Own Pace

Never share vehicles with strangers. Enjoy the spacious cabin of a 7-8 seat Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Stop safely whenever you spot a scenic view, and travel strictly according to your family's preferred rhythm — free from early morning roll calls.

Clear & Transparent, Zero Gimmicks

We provide fully transparent dual-mode pricing with no hidden commissions, compulsory shopping stops, or unexpected surcharges. For families and small groups, sharing a private chartered vehicle delivers unmatched per-person value.

📌 About Our Group Tier Scaling:

• European private charters are calculated per vehicle — private departures start from just 2 guests (never joined by strangers);

• As your party size grows (e.g. 4 or 6-7 family members), fixed vehicle and guide costs are shared, significantly reducing the per-person start price!

Booking Information & Frequently Asked Questions

Simply click the “Inquire/Book Now” button at the bottom or on the right. Our travel consultants will contact you within 24 hours to confirm your travel dates and details. Once confirmed, a deposit payment will secure your spot and vehicle resources.
You may adjust or cancel your itinerary free of charge up to 30 days before departure. Cancellations made 15–29 days prior incur a 50% fee. Cancellations within 14 days are not supported. In case of force majeure, we will assist you in rescheduling.
Our quoted price includes basic service fees, fuel, and tolls. If our driver and guide provide exceptional service during your trip, you are welcome to offer a tip voluntarily as a gesture of appreciation, but it is never mandatory.
Our private tours offer flexible scheduling, making them ideal for families with seniors and children. We provide complimentary child safety seats based on your family composition and can adjust the itinerary pace at any time to ensure a more relaxed experience.

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👑 VIP All-Inclusive PriceBased on 4 guests
£4699/person
Incl. private vehicle + premium hotel + all key attraction tickets + meals
4 adults per person£4699

✨ 4 guests is the ideal group size — best balance of comfort and value.

Tiered Pricing (VIP All-Inclusive)Max 7 guests
Adults
4
Children
0
Estimated Group Total(Exclusive private group)
£18796
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  • 100% private group · no strangers
  • Deposit to book, flexible balance payment
Guide price · varies by season
£2649from/person