On open roads, be sure to watch out for reindeer as you explore this self-drive loop. Start in Oulu and head Northeast to Iso Syöte, after a memorable stay head North via Ranua to Rovaniemi. Rovaniemi requires no introduction, and be sure to visit Santa, he resides in the Finnish capital all year. Overnight in unique accommodation. The last night of this tour will be in Oulu, still focusing on an authentic experience.
Pick up your rental vehicle and the journey begins. Head to Iso Syöte, Accommodation has been reserved for three nights in the beautifully located Arctic hilltop boutique hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Meal: Dinner
Regardless of season, travel to the Iso Syöte region offers excursions to match all preferences. From Hiking, berry picking to snowmobiling – the region has it all. The resort offers a arctic spa, with sauna and pools – relaxing and connecting with nature is part of the experience. Breakfast, Dinner and overnight.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Morning breakfast at the hotel. Day free to explore. Breakfast, Dinner and overnight.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Depart Isy Syöte as you head to Rovaniemi, the Finnish capital. The drive will take you past Ranua, which is a small town and well worth a stop. For animal lovers, a visit to Ranua wildlife park is a highlight. Continue to the Arctic snow hotel and glass igloos. A glass igloo will be home for the next two nights. Dinner included and overnight.
Meal: Dinner
The day is yours to explore Rovaniemi, of course a visit to Santa Claus holiday village is a must. Various excursions are available in the area, let us know if you need any inspiration. Before you leave the Arctic snow hotel and glass igloos, we recommend that you try the sauna and jacuzzi (additional cost): Dinner included and overnight.
Meal: Dinner
Time to head South back to Oulu. Tonight, we have kept with the theme of this tour, which is to offer you an authentic experience. Your final night of the tour will be enjoyed at the Lapland hotel Oulu.
After a relaxing breakfast, and according to your travel arrangements, head to Oulu airport and return your rental vehicle.
Meal: Breakfast
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Accommodation
• 3 nights in the hilltop hotel Iso Syöte, breakfast and dinner included.
• Spa entrance included at Iso Syöte. Spa treatments are an additional charge.
• 2 nights at the Arctic Snow hotel and glass igloos, breakfast and dinner included.
• 1 night in a centrally located hotel in Oulu with breakfast.
International airfares
Optional activities
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program
Personal equipment
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers
Travel and medical insurance
Any items not mentioned as included
• Rental car – rates can be offered on request
• Any museum entrances or other excursions mentioned in the itinerary.
Please note that the prices are starting from and that upon sending a new request with specific date we will send the applicable rate and availability.
All triple room pricing on request.
Local Tips
En-route from Iso Syöte to Rovaniemi, we suggest extra time in Ranua. Ranua is a cozy town to spend some time and is also home to Ranua wildlife park.