UK group influencer visit to Arctic Lakeland & Destination Savo 27.9.-01.10.

Arctic Lakeland 

A unique Arctic Lakeland destination where you can experience both the southern and northern landscapes of Finland – large lakes and rocky hillsides can be seen during one trip. Arctic Lakeland is located in the northernmost part of Lakeland Finland, the largest lake district in Europe.

Arctic Lakeland is an adventure paradise for nature and culture loving people, a top destination for outdoor enthusiasts and a favourite centre for winter activities with a snow guarantee. Its hospitality is warming in all seasons.

https://arcticlakeland.com/en/

Northern Savo 

Destination Savo boasts numerous outdoor activities, including hiking, fishing, and boating. The region’s extensive network of lakes and waterways, particularly Lake Kallavesi, offers breathtaking scenery and opportunities for water sports. In winter, visitors can enjoy skiing and snowboarding at local resorts. The local cuisine reflects the region’s natural abundance, featuring fresh fish, game, and locally sourced ingredients. Traditional Finnish dishes can be savoured in many of the region’s restaurants, providing a taste of authentic Finnish hospitality.

https://visitlakelandfinland.com/north-savo-lakeland/

Bring along

• Good walking shoes
• Waterproof jacket and outdoor pants
• Beanie, scarf and gloves
• Warm layers of wool/fleece
• Warm socks or indoor slippers

• Bathing suit for sauna

   

   

Flight from London Heathrow to Helsinki
Plane change in Helsinki-Vantaa Airport

18.45 Arrival to Kajaani Airport. Your local host Krista Kuosmanen will meet you at the arrivals. 

Transfer by minibus (55 minutes) to Arctic Giant Birdhouse Hotel, check-in & welcome drink

20.30 Giant’s Dinner at Arctic Giant restaurant 

Chance of seeing the Northern Lights is quite high in Arctic Giant so keep an eye out for them from your bird nest when you go to sleep. Aurora app is available both in Google Play store and Apple store.

Forest sauna and cold plunge available.

7.30 Breakfast at the hotel

8.30 Bus transfer to Kuhmo

Kuhmo activities: rapid floating and hiking

10.30 - 13.00 Thrilling rapid floating at Pajakka river. The preparations for the swim include dressing in thermal underwear and a rescue suit. This exciting but safe floating in the rapids can be done year round.

13.30 Lunch at mystical Kalevala Hotel. Kalevala Hotel was inspired by the Finnish national folklore epic Kalevala.

15.00 Departure to bear watching (45min)

16.00 Bear watching evening and dinner at Bear center.

21.00 Transfer to Arctic Giant (1h 30min)

Forest sauna and cold plunge available.

7.30  Breakfast at the hotel & check out

9.00  Bus transfer to Oulujärvi

10.00  Into the woods and to picturesque Ärjänsaari! Lunch & foraging trip with a local guide Kaisa from Luonnollisesti Oulujärvi. Enjoying outdoors, unwinding and preparing coffee by an open fire along with `lettu´. 

13.30 Transfer to Kajaani harbour

14.30 S/S Kouta steamship cruise in Lake Oulujärvi. Afternoon tea. Please note warm & cosy clothing is recommended. Also bring your swimwear, we will take sauna on board of the boat!

17.30 Transport to Kuopio (2h 30 min)

20.00 Dinner by water in Gallá Kitchen & Bar 

22.00 Transfer to Bella Lake Resort & check in.

8.00 Breakfast at Bella Lake Resort

9.00 Transport to Tahko Resort (1 hour)

10.00 Outdoor activity e-Mountain Biking tour on Tahko hill. We would advise dressing accordingly with waterproof clothing for temperatures between 10-15 degrees.

12.00 Zip-lining! The longest zip-line in Finland spanning across Lake Syväri from the top of Tahko hill.

13.00 Lunch at Hillside Tahko.

14.30 Scenic walk up the hill. We take the longest outdoor stairs in Finland! (1054 steps, 800 meters from bottom to the top.)

16.00 Forest Spa outdoor pools and saunas on top of Tahko hill at Panorama Landscape Hotel.  Take a change of clothing with you for sauna.

18.00 Dinner at Havu Kitchen & Bar, menu prepared by award-winning chef Kim Mustonen and chef’s greetings.

21.00 Transportation to Bella Lake Resort (1 hour )

8.00 Breakfast at Bella Lake Resort

9.00 Check-out. Transfer to Puijo Tower

10.45  Transfer to Kuopio train station

11.15 – 15.40 Train from Kuopio to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport 

19.30- 20.40 Flight HEL-LHR