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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Chase Small Group Tour

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Duration

3 hr - 8 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 3 days before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Hotel pickup

Experience the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi with professional guides, complete with cozy campfires, traditional snacks, and optional photography!

    • Small-group Northern Lights tours include hotel pick-up, winter clothing, and warming campfire snacks with hot drinks.

    • Explore Lapland’s wilderness with a professional Aurora guide, venturing far from city lights for the best Aurora viewing.

    • Groups are capped at 8 guests, ensuring a more personal, crowd-free Aurora experience under Arctic skies.

    • Enjoy a family-friendly adventure, with easy routes and expert guidance—perfect for first-timers and seasoned explorers alike.

    Upgrades:

    • Opt for a premium chase with unlimited range, exclusive access to 300+ Aurora locations, and a pro photographer delivering RAW images within 24 hours.

    • Choose a variant where your guide captures the magic—receive professional photos of your Aurora night sent to you the next day.

    • Select the flexible route option to visit up to 3 different locations, maximizing your chances of seeing the Northern Lights.

    Additional Highlights:

    • All tours provide warm winter overalls and boots, so you stay comfortable even in Arctic temperatures.

    • Savor local snacks and soft drinks by the campfire while your guide shares stories about Lapland and the Aurora.

    • Aurora tours run in small groups, minimizing light pollution and maximizing your connection with the Northern Lights.

    • Small group (max 8 people) Northern Lights tour

    • Professional guide

    • Hotel pick-up/drop-off (extra charge if 10 km+)

    • Winter clothes and boots

    • Hot drinks and campfire snacks

    • Professional photography(as per option selected)

    • Unlimited mileage & time (as per option selected)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Chase the Northern Lights across Lapland on this extended small-group tour, covering up to 350 km with expert Aurora guides.

    Getting started

    Begin with a convenient hotel pick-up within 17 km of Rovaniemi or meet your guide at the designated office. After a quick briefing and fitting of winter overalls and boots, you’ll set off in a VIP van, ready to track the best Aurora conditions.

    What to expect

    Northern Lights chase tour

    This day trip is designed for those eager to maximize their chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis. Guides monitor weather and solar activity, adjusting the route in real time to find clear skies, sometimes traveling as far as the Swedish border.

    Features

    • Unlimited range: Travel up to 350 km, visiting multiple exclusive Aurora viewing spots selected from over 300 locations for optimal conditions.

    • Aurora expertise: Guides are seasoned Aurora hunters, using specialized forecasts and local knowledge to boost your chances of a sighting.

    • Small group experience: With a maximum of 8 guests per van, enjoy a more personal, flexible adventure and reduced light pollution.

    • VIP comfort: Ride in a comfortable van, stay warm in provided winter gear, and enjoy soft drinks and snacks during the journey.

    • Professional photography: Receive full-sized RAW photos of your Aurora experience, delivered by email within 24 hours.

    • Flexible scheduling: If weather conditions are poor, your booking can be moved to another night to increase your chances of seeing the lights.

  • What to bring

    • Bring a bottle of water.

    • Dress warmly with good under-layers, socks, hats, and gloves. Winter overalls and boots will be provided.

    • If you wish to take your own photos, bring your camera or phone (tripods are recommended for night photography).

    What’s not allowed

    • Pets are not permitted on the tour.

    • Smoking in the vehicle is not allowed.

    • Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited. Guests under the influence will not be allowed to join and will not receive a refund.

    • Explosive substances are not allowed.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not suitable for people over 95 years old.

    • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.

    • Some walking may be required during the tour.

    • The experience is not fully wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • Northern Lights sightings depend on weather conditions and solar activity, so while they can't be guaranteed or predicted with certainty, the chances are high!

    • This tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run on weekdays and Saturdays.

    • The tour requires a minimum of 4 people to run on Sundays and public holidays.

    • Maximum guest number for the group is 8 pax per car.

    • Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by adults paying the full price.

    • The tour may be canceled or rescheduled if the group size is smaller than 2 persons.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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