Beyond the Northern Lights in Finland
Finland | Mar 9 - Mar 16, 2026

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Amy M.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

We did not see the Northern Lights, but had wonderful experiences.unfortunately I do not remember all the names but will just reference the experiences.The Ranua Zoo,
The Husky ride,the Reindeer farm,the Amethyst mine,the Snow Hotel,the Arkticum
Museum were all worthwhile.
The accommodations were excellent.
We enjoyed Helinsku as well and the island we visited which was previously a fort.
Lilla was our main contact and was very helpful, answering all our questions.

Activity Reviews
Reindeer Herder Day Experience
Reindeer Herder Day Experience
Rovaniemi

The Reindeer Herder Day Experience was absolutely lovely. The homemade reindeer soup was wonderful. The private tour was well worth it and I highly recommend it. The interaction with the reindeer and the kindness of the people made for a memorable day.

Family Husky Safari
Family Husky Safari
Finland

The Family Husky Safari was such an amazing experience, even though it had some hiccups. I handled the huskies myself, and it was quite an adventure. Weather conditions made it a bit challenging as the bus got delayed, and we were rushed through dressing and briefing, but overall, it was great. There was a little disorganization due to delays, which affected the experience slightly. I'd recommend considering private transport for a smoother experience.

Amethyst Mine Tour with the Pendolino - Snow Train
Amethyst Mine Tour with the Pendolino - Snow Train
Pyhä

The Amethyst Mine Tour with the Pendolino - Snow Train was not the most impressive activity for us. Despite this, the journey was made worthwhile by the stunning scenery at the top of the mountain, and our driver was fantastic, going out of his way to ensure our comfort. The snow train was less significant compared to the beautiful views and history of the area.

SnowHotel & Ice Dinner Experience
SnowHotel & Ice Dinner Experience
Rovaniemi

The SnowHotel & Ice Dinner Experience was not what I expected. While the hotel itself was fascinating, the meal did not feel special. The food was mediocre, and even one of the drivers mentioned the same about the chef. Offering something like a drink, appetizer, or dessert might be a better option than dinner if improvement can't be made.

Local specialist: Moonika Apart
Moonika
Moonika Apart
Local specialist in Rovaniemi | Replied on Mar 17, 2026

Hello Amy,

Thank you so much for your kind feedback. I’m sorry you didn’t get to see the Northern Lights, but I’m really glad to hear you still had such wonderful experiences and enjoyed the activities and accommodations.

I’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Lilla as well. We truly appreciate you traveling with us!

Best,
Moonika