Once booked, the entire private sauna, shower room, dressing room, and lounge are reserved exclusively for your group — no other bookings during your stay.

Use the private lounge, with a dining table, fridge, and microwave, to relax, eat, or simply unwind.

The sauna comes with ecological shampoo and conditioner, an authentic Lapland sauna scent, fresh towels, and cold sparkling water.

On-site luggage storage means you can drop your bags and settle in before hotel check-in, or spend your last hours in Rovaniemi relaxing after checkout.

You're picked up from your chosen hotel in Helsinki city centre at the agreed time. Morning traffic can be heavy, so it's a good idea to be ready in good time — ferry check-in closes 30 minutes before departure.

From the port, you board a ferry for the crossing across the Gulf of Finland to Estonia, arriving in Tallinn at around 11:15.

Your guide meets you at the harbour for a 3-hour guided walking tour of the city. You'll see the main city square, the Tallinn Town Hall, guild houses dating from the Middle Ages, historic towers, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Toompea Castle and the 15th-century defensive tower Kiek in de Kök. The tour takes in Tallinn's walled, cobblestoned Old Town, which dates from around the 15th century and is Estonia's only UNESCO World Heritage Site.

After the guided tour, you have free time to explore the Old Town's cafes, restaurants and small shops at your own pace.

At 17:30, you return to the agreed transfer meeting point, where a driver takes you back to the harbour for the ferry's 18:30 departure to Helsinki. You can relax on board and enjoy the on-board services during the crossing, arriving back in Helsinki at around 21:00, where you're transferred back to your pick-up hotel.

Required documents

• Bring the passport for every traveller in your group — this is essential for the ferry crossing to Estonia.
• You will receive your cruise tickets and tour instructions in advance; please print these and bring them with you.
• A printed booking confirmation or an e-ticket are both accepted.

Check-in and communication

• Ferry check-in closes 30 minutes before departure. Morning traffic can be heavy, so allow enough time to be ready for pick-up.
• Keep your phone switched on throughout the tour day.

What to wear

• Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended for the walking tour.

Seasonal preparation

• In summer, weather can change quickly — a light coat or cardigan and an umbrella are recommended, just in case.
• In winter, warm clothing with a scarf and hat is recommended, as temperatures can drop as low as -35°C.

Insurance

• Travel insurance is recommended, as health care costs can be high in the unlikely event of an accident.

The Magic of Snowmobiling in Lapland

Snowmobiling is one of the most thrilling ways to explore Lapland, and with Arctic GM it's done the authentic way. Safaris run on private forest and tundra trails, far from mass-tourism routes — small groups, untouched wilderness, and unforgettable Arctic scenery.

Arctic GM's family has lived in Lapland for 20 generations since the 1600s. The company holds Tripadvisor's Best of the Best 2025 Award (the first ever given in Lapland, placing it in the top 1% of 8 million companies worldwide) and Travelers' Choice 2025 (top 10% worldwide), backed by over 7,500 verified 5-star reviews.

What's Included

• Meeting point at the Arctic GM office, Valtakatu 26, Rovaniemi (no hotel pickup)
• Modern coach transfer to the private snowmobile location
• Brand-new 2025 snowmobiles, shared by two guests with a chance to switch drivers halfway
• New helmets and full safety equipment, plus thermal overalls
• Professional snowmobile guide and safety briefing
• About one hour of driving on forest and tundra trails, with stops for photos and reindeer-spotting
• Hot drinks and light snacks
• Small groups — max 5 snowmobiles per guide

Know Before You Go

• Drivers must be at least 18 with a valid car licence (Class B); bring your licence and sign a short waiver
• Children under 6 cannot join; under-15s ride in a guide-pulled sled, and 15+ (min. 140cm) can be passengers; under-18s need an adult
• Not suitable for pregnant guests or those with back, neck, spinal, or other musculoskeletal conditions
• Travel insurance is not included — arrange your own before the tour
• In case of an accident, the driver is liable for damages up to €950 per person per snowmobile (an optional waiver can reduce this to €0)
• Alcohol and drugs are not permitted; always follow your guide's instructions

For over 400 years this family has lived under the Arctic sky, passing down knowledge of Lapland's nature and traditions. With Arctic GM, snowmobiling is an authentic journey through the Arctic wilderness — safely, and away from the crowds.

Pick-up

Your guide picks you up from your accommodation, usually between 17:00 and 19:00, and gives a short introduction to the evening, including where you'll be driving and what to expect.

The hunt for clear skies

Your guide continuously checks aurora forecasts, cloud coverage, solar activity, and geomagnetic conditions, adjusting the route in real time. This stage can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours, and if needed the group will drive 350+ km across Lapland to reach clear skies.

Northern Lights and photography

Once you're under clear skies, it's time to enjoy the aurora. Your guide captures the moment on a high-quality DSLR camera so you can focus on watching the lights.

Drive back and drop-off

After the show, the group heads back toward Rovaniemi and everyone is dropped off at their accommodation. Total tour length is typically 4–10 hours, depending on weather and aurora activity.

What to wear

Dress in warm layers for the Arctic night: bring a warm hat, insulated gloves, and a warm winter jacket.