Finland

Part I: Finland – Arctic Magic & Urban Charm

Day 1: Arrival in Helsinki

✈️ Arrival: Arrive at Helsinki Airport (HEL). Meet local representative and transfer to the hotel.

🍹 Leisure: Check-in and enjoy the evening at leisure, perhaps a short walk to begin discovering the city.

🏨 Overnight: Helsinki.

Day 2: Helsinki City Tour

🚌 City Tour: Enjoy a Helsinki City Tour (Seat-in-Coach basis), exploring the capital’s rich history, architecture, and cultural landmarks.

🌃 Evening: Free for further exploration or unwinding.

🏨 Overnight: Helsinki.

Day 3: Day Trip to Tallinn, Estonia (UNESCO)

🚢 Ferry Excursion: Depart for a full-day excursion to Tallinn, Estonia, via a short ferry ride across the Gulf of Finland.

🏰 Explore: Discover the medieval Old Town of Tallinn, renowned for its cobblestone streets and well-preserved Gothic architecture.

🔙 Return: Return to Helsinki by ferry in the evening.

🏨 Overnight: Helsinki.

Day 4: Helsinki to Rovaniemi – Northern Lights

✈️ Transfer: Check out and fly from Helsinki to Rovaniemi in Finnish Lapland.

🛎️ Check-in: Arrive, transfer, and check into your hotel.

🌌 Evening Adventure: Embark on a magical Northern Lights Tour, venturing into the Arctic wilderness in search of the Aurora Borealis (weather permitting).

🏨 Overnight: Rovaniemi.

Day 5: Visit to Ranua Wildlife Park

🐻 Excursion: Full-day excursion to Ranua Wildlife Park, the world’s northernmost zoo.

🐾 Arctic Animals: Explore the park to see over 50 Arctic species, including polar bears, lynxes, and wolves. (Note: Activity is subject to Christmas Day operating hours).

🏨 Overnight: Rovaniemi.

Day 6: Santa Claus Village Experience

🎅 Arctic Circle: Visit the enchanting Santa Claus Village, located right on the Arctic Circle.

🦌 Activities: Enjoy a magical reindeer ride and meet Santa Claus in his official office.

📮 Post Office: Send postcards from Santa’s Main Post Office and officially cross the Arctic Circle line.

🏨 Overnight: Rovaniemi.

Day 7: Ice Fishing & Snowmobile Safari Adventure

🎣 Arctic Adventure: Gear up for an unforgettable morning of traditional ice fishing on a frozen lake.

🏍️ Safari: Followed by an exhilarating snowmobile safari through the pristine Lapland wilderness.

🏨 Overnight: Rovaniemi.

Part II: Austria – Imperial Cities & Alps

Day 8: Rovaniemi to Vienna – Arrival in Austria

✈️ Travel: Check out and fly from Rovaniemi to Vienna, Austria.

🛎️ Check-in: Arrive, meet the representative, transfer, and check in.

🚶 Leisure: Enjoy some free time to begin exploring the historic streets of Vienna.

🏨 Overnight: Vienna.

Day 9: Vienna City Tour – Imperial Highlights

🚌 Sightseeing: Discover Vienna with a flexible Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.

🏰 Attractions: Explore iconic landmarks at your own pace, including the majestic Schönbrunn Palace, the historic Hofburg Imperial Palace, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

🏨 Overnight: Vienna.

Day 10: Vienna to Salzburg – Scenic Train Journey

🚂 Transfer: Check out and transfer to the train station for a scenic journey to Salzburg.

🏞️ Scenery: Enjoy the train ride through the picturesque Austrian countryside.

🛎️ Check-in: Arrive in Salzburg, transfer to your hotel, and check in.

🏨 Overnight: Salzburg.

Day 11: Sound of Music Tour & New Year’s Eve

🎵 Tour: Embark on the iconic Sound of Music Tour, visiting original filming locations and learning about Salzburg’s musical legacy.

🎆 Evening: Enjoy free time to partake in New Year’s Eve celebrations across Salzburg, filled with music, fireworks, and festive cheer.

🏨 Overnight: Salzburg.

Day 12: Half-Day Excursion to Hallstatt (UNESCO)

🚗 Excursion: Depart for a half-day guided tour to the fairytale village of Hallstatt, nestled in the Austrian Alps.

📸 Explore: Explore the breathtaking lakeside town, renowned for its charming pastel houses and dramatic Alpine scenery.

🔙 Return: Return to Salzburg in the evening.

🏨 Overnight: Salzburg.

Day 13: Return to Vienna – Final Evening in the Capital

🚂 Travel: Check out and take the scenic train ride back to Vienna.

🛎️ Check-in: Transfer to your hotel and check in.

🛍️ Leisure: The evening is free for last-minute shopping, sightseeing, or soaking in the Vienna ambiance.

🏨 Overnight: Vienna.

Day 14: Departure from Vienna

✈️ Departure: Enjoy your final breakfast, check out, and transfer to Vienna International Airport (VIE) for your departure flight.