Cross-Country Skiing in Lapland
Cross-Country Skiing in Lapland
Cross-Country Skiing in Lapland
8 Days Starting and ending in Akaslompolo
Visiting: Finland
Tour operator:
Tour code:
K07FL
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Age range:
12-99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Perfectly picturesque and surrounded by the 7 softly rounded, snow-capped fells of the Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, the village of Akaslompolo makes for superb cross-country skiing exploration whatever your ski ability. With over 300km of designated tracks - the most in Finland - trails vary from flat and easy to more demanding routes into the fells. There are even about 40km of trails that are illuminated at night for superb skiing even in the atmospheric twilight of the Polar Night in December and into January. The intricate network of signposted trails crisscross and intercept each other, so your route can even be changed halfway through, giving countless alternatives through the beautifully preserved Lappish landscape. There are even so-called 'warm tracks' on the upper fells where it might be as much as 15 degrees warmer than in the village!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Start Akaslompolo
Make your own way to Akaslompolo (45 mins). Your hotel for the week is the Yllashumina Hotel where you stay on a Half Board basis.
Day 2 - 7 : Suggested Itinerary
Meals Included: Breakfast
The hotel's convenient ski service will help you to get kitted out with your skis, boots and poles on your first morning before discovering what this beautiful area has to offer. With easy access to the cross-country skiing trails around Akaslompolo, you can choose which trail to follow depending on your ski ability and local weather conditions for leisurely independent exploration. For those wishing to try cross-country skiing for the first time, improve their technique, or master the art of skating, ski tuition can be arranged locally, as can guided group excursions (supplements payable locally). If you fancy a change from cross-country, downhill skiing, snowmobiling, husky sledding and snow shoeing are all available (payable locally).
Day 8 : End Akaslompolo
Make your way back to Kittila airport for your flight home.
What's Included
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Meals
1 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 0 dinners.
* All breakfasts
* Accommodation (see accommodation section)
* Transfers to and from the airport when flights are booked
* Use of the sauna and Arctic spa at the hotel
* Use of Cross-country ski trails
What's Not Included
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Single accommodation (available on request)
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Visas or vaccinations
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Half Board (available at a pre-bookable supplement)
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Ski hire (classic or skating), ski lessons, guided ski excursions and guided snowshoeing trips
Accommodation
The welcoming, family run Yllashumina Hotel sits on the edge of the village of Äkäslompolo, not far from the lake and overlooked by the fells of the Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park. It is traditionally Finnish in style, with all rooms coming with individual drying cupboards for your ski things! The ensuite standard rooms (twins only) are located in 8 cosy yet rustic log cabins close to the main reception-restaurant building and are equipped with kettle, fridge, hairdryer and television. They are mezzanine style with twin beds 'downstairs' and an additional bed tucked away under the eaves. Use of the hotel's saunas - a must for any Finnish accommodation, with separate facilties for men and women - is included as standard, as is use of the Arctic Spa (limited to once/twice a week). Buffet breakfast and evening meals are included as standard. The hotel serves a copious and tasty 3 course buffet each evening, with special themed dinners also included during the week. Expect to sample such Finnish specialities as salmon soup, reindeer and baked “leipäjuusto” cheese. Room upgrades: Superior Rooms and SuitesFor a touch of luxury, upgrade to one of the superior rooms. These are much larger than the standard rooms and come with a cosy sitting area - complete with fireplace, television, DVD and blu-ray, a separate bedroom (double bed only) and a kitchenette, as well as a bathroom with 2 showers. The one bedroom suite has the same facilities as the superior rooms, but also comes with bath tub in the bathroom.
Food
All breakfasts are included and are buffet-style continental.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
30
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
7 nights en suite hotel
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Transfers to and from the airport when flights are booked
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
12+ age people can go on this tour.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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