Sustainable Arctic Adventure Route Fam Trip 10.-13.10.2024

Pyhä-Luosto 
Welcome to the two fell centres of Luosto and Pyhä. Connected by a unique fell chain boasting 12 magnificent peaks as well as the Pyhä-Luosto National Park, the area offers a diverse array of services and activities in the heart of Lapland. During the summer, visitors can enjoy 101 kilometres of marked hiking trails and over 170 kilometres of bike trails in the national park, providing excellent opportunities for hiking amidst stunning fell landscapes and mountain biking adventures. The Visitor Centre Naava offers insights into the area’s nature and cultural history.

Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi, the gateway to Lapland on the Arctic Circle! As the official hometown of Santa Claus, Rovaniemi offers a captivating blend of stunning natural landscapes and fascinating cultural attractions. Here, visitors can experience year-round Christmas magic in Santa Claus Village, explore northern nature, culture, and history at cultural gems like the Korundi House of Culture and the Arktikum Science Centre, and enjoy various outdoor activities amidst pristine nature. Rovaniemi is easily accessible and offers special accommodations and a wide variety of guided activities.

19:00 Meet your Visit Finland host, Ms Hanna Muoniovaara at Helsinki Railway Station
19:20 Night train 265 to Rovaniemi
95% of VR passenger train services run on fossil-free electricity.

07:20 Arrival at Rovaniemi railway station
Transfer by bus to STF-labelled hotel
Breakfast at the hotel
Start your day with breakfast that is based on clean and fresh ingredients from Lapland. Seasonal changes bring their own tasty additions to the breakfast table – without forgetting local delicacies.
10:00-13:00 Site inspections including lunch
13:00-15:00 Transfer by bus to Pyhä
15:00-16:00 Site visit at STF-labelled Sunday Morning Resort
Sunday Morning Resort is an exclusive lakeside holiday resort in the fell scenery of Pyhä-Luosto National Park. Our high-quality resort, services and beautiful surroundings guarantee a tranquil and personalized stay in all seasons. Lapland's nature and culture are present everywhere in Sunday Morning Resort. We honour nature in our design and materials, from architecture to cuisine. Feel Lapland with all your senses.
16:00-17:30 Light activities around Pyhä including snacks
17:30-18:00 Drive to Luosto
18:00 Check-in at STF-labelled Lapland Hotels Luosto
19:00 Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel
9:00-9:15 Lobby call and check-out
Site inspection at the hotel
10:00 Short walk to safari office to pick up e-fatbikes
Tour around Luosto
Lunch
1x:00 Transfer by bus to STF-labelled Apukka Resort
21:00 Late evening relaxation at the resort
 

From 07:45 breakfast is served at the hotel’s restaurant, please, check out from your rooms by 8:30.

08:30 Lobby call for departure
On Sunday we will experience the 
9:15 Site Inspection at the 
10:15 Time for some trekking 
11:30 Lunch and Site Visit 
We will enjoy nature and seasonal products inspired lunch at 
16:30 Departure for the airport
16:55 Check-in at Rovaniemi Airport/ 17:55 AY 536 to Helsinki / OR
Transfer to Rovaniemi city
Site inspection and dinner at STF-labelled hotel 
20:57 Night train 274 to Helsinki