Price based on tours starting:

• 27 January 2026
• 10 February 2026

Extra charges apply for:

• 24 February 2026 ($100pp)
• 3 March 2026 ($100pp)
• 10 March 2026 ($100pp)

Price based on departing from Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Extra charges apply for:

• Brisbane ($100pp)
• Adelaide ($300pp)

Experience the magic of Lapland in Finland and Sweden, where you’ll take part in thrilling winter activities amid icy landscapes. Be prepared with warm clothing for Arctic temperatures and walking on snow and ice. Expect short daylight hours, crisp fresh air, and a true winter wonderland. 

Important Information 

Exclusions  

Meals not stated, drinks on meals, Stockholm airport transfer, travel insurance (strongly recommended), optional programs, visas (if required), tipping, personal expenses and anything not explicitly specified are at your own expense.  

Payment  

A first deposit from $499 per person is required to secure your booking. A second deposit (partial payment) is due 10 months before departure – the amount to be advised at the time of booking. The final balance will be due 5 months before departure. Full payment is due at the time of booking for departures within 5 months.  

Fitness  

A medium level of fitness is required. You are required to move about unassisted, participate in adventurous winter activities, walking in snow & ice and handle cold temperatures. You will be required to carry your own bags to and from hotels, stations and terminals. This trip is not suitable for travellers requiring wheelchairs, mobility scooters, larger walking aids or facilities for disabled guests. Other walking aids may be permitted if you are able move about unassisted at the required pace. For advice on whether this trip is suitable for you, you must disclose physical ailments at the time of booking.  

Pace  

The pace of this tour is lively, designed to fully immerse you in all the exciting winter activities. You’ll need to embrace adventurous experiences, including walking on snow and ice, and managing cold temperatures. One full day is spent on a train, with coach travel typically lasting a few hours each day. Scheduled free days provide some downtime to explore at your leisure. 

Solo Occupancy  

A single supplement from $2200 per person is payable in addition to the twin share price for solo occupancy.  

Triple Share  

Triple share is not available.  

Extra Accommodation  

Extend your stay in Helsinki or Stockholm with pre- or post-tour accommodation for one or two nights at the same hotel as the main tour, inclusive of breakfast.  Enquire for hotel rates. Requests for pre- or post-tour stays cannot be processed within 90 days of departure and are subject to availability. Standard tour amendment and cancellation fees apply to pre- and post-tour accommodation bookings.  

Child  

This tour is best enjoyed by adult travellers and is generally not suitable for children under 12 years of age. Children 12 years and above are subject to the adult price and must be accompanied by an adult.  

Price  

Surcharges may apply for select travel periods and departure cities. Prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to availability, change, cancellation or withdrawal without notice. All prices are in Australian dollars per person twin share unless stated otherwise.  

Amendment 

Each amendment is subject to a fee from $75 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.  

Cancellation  

Cancellation is subject to a fee from $550 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.  

Deviation  

Any request to deviate from the original dates or routing, including early arrival and stay behind, is subject to a flight deviation fee from $150 per person plus applicable airfare and tax difference. Packaged tour extensions are not subject to the deviation fee (applicable airfare and tax difference may still apply) if booked according to the original advertised dates and routing.  

Passport 

Each customer must provide a copy of the passport photo page at the time of booking. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure all names are full names exactly matched to the passport with six months validity beyond trip completion. The customer is liable for all fees due to incorrect names, invalid passport information and expired passports.  

Visa  

A visa is generally not required for Australian passport holders visiting Finland and Sweden for the purpose of short-term tourism, however, this policy is subject to change without notice. Visa requirements for each origin and destination country are the responsibility of the customer to check and obtain (if required) with the local consulate or embassy. The customer is liable for all visa application costs and fees due to the failure to obtain the required travel documents.  

Health  

It is the responsibility of the customer to check and comply with the health, vaccination, COVID-19 and immigration requirements of each origin and destination country, and health requirements imposed by air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers. Vaccinations, testing and quarantine costs are the expense of the customer. Comprehensive travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage is strongly recommended.  

Baggage  

Each person is entitled to a strict maximum of one bag not exceeding 20kg on tour, superseding any other baggage allowance. Excess baggage is not permitted. You are strongly encouraged to pack lightly. A light day bag or backpack is permitted on the coach. Porterage is not included, and you are required to carry your own bags. Luggage and personal effects are your own risk, and we hold no liability for lost or damaged belongings.  

Meals  

Accommodation providers typically offer continental buffet style breakfasts with cold dishes and basic hot dishes, and special dietary requirements cannot be requested for breakfast. Included lunch and dinners are typically authentic meals purposefully chosen to complement the local experience. For meals not included, you will be taken to places with options where possible. Please notify us at the time of booking of any special dietary requirements and allergies. We endeavour to pass on your dietary requirements but cannot guarantee that they can be met as certain choices, aside from vegetarian, may be limited or not catered for. You are encouraged to reconfirm requirements with your tour leader whilst on tour.  

Accommodation  

A range of accommodation styles including hotels, resorts and lodges are carefully selected to suit the prevailing size of the group. The accommodation may not be in the city or town centre but are typically chosen to be near public transport options. Accommodation names referenced are to be used as an indicative guide for the standard of accommodation to expect. Hotels are subject to change and will be confirmed on your final documentation. All hotel ratings are local or self-ratings provided by the supplier. All rooms are lead-in category or run of house unless otherwise specified. The standard check-in time is after 3pm and check-out is before 10am – actual times may vary.  

Tipping  

Tipping for guides and drivers is discretionary and strongly recommended as a gesture of appreciation for the service provided. It is customary to tip the tour leader and driver at the end of the tour an amount from €5 Euro per person per day.  

Flights  

The outbound flight may depart one day prior to day 1 shown on the itinerary. The inbound flight may arrive one day after the final day shown on the itinerary. Flights are booked approximately 8 to 10 months prior to departure. The flights included in your package are based on a specific predetermined airfare allowance. Should there be a significant increase in airfares, fuel surcharges, taxes or government fees at the time of booking flights, then an airfare supplement may be imposed. The flights team will discuss options with you prior to ticketing, should this situation arise. Flights may not operate daily or directly to your destination. No show of any flight sectors will result in the automatic cancellation of all onward flights by the airline.  

Fuel 

In the unlikely event of a significant increase in fuel costs levied by third-party air, land and cruise transportation operators before travel, a fuel supplement may be passed on to the customer.  

Group Size  

This holiday will proceed with a minimum group size considered optimal for a group tour experience.  If the tour does not operate, you will be offered a credit.   Max group size 30 people. 

Itinerary  

The operating schedule and itinerary may be impacted without notice by adverse weather, seasonal factors, closures, local conditions, COVID-19 or other factors beyond our control including force majeure. If attractions are not available due to reasons beyond our control such as closures or adverse weather, alternatives will be provided where possible. The itinerary and its order, sightseeing and transportation may be adjusted as deemed appropriate by the operator for optimum safety, enjoyment and operation. Any reference to ‘optional’, ‘not included’ or ‘exclusions/excluded’ means at your own expense.  

Breakaway  

Customers must always remain with the tour group and must not leave the tour unless written approval is provided before departure.  

Documentation  

Final documentation will be emailed two weeks prior to departure. For packages consisting of multiple tours packages, documentation will be emailed individually within two weeks of departure of each respective tour.  

Travel Insurance 

Travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended. Ask our holiday experts for great coverage options.  

Force Majeure 

Force majeure means any natural disaster, accident, fire, act of God, act of war, terrorism, legally binding judgment, injunction, action of a court or other relevant authority, emergency, unplanned repairs, maintenance, strike, industrial dispute, work ban, blockade or picketing, travel ban, pandemic, epidemic or outbreak of infectious disease, or other event beyond our reasonable direct or indirect control. In case of force majeure or other extraordinary event that prevents safe travel, the supplier reserves the right to adjust, postpone or cancel the trip.