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Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle
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Length
10 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Helsinki (Finland)
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Ends in
Tromso (Norway)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 12, 2026 to SEP 8, 2026
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Off The Beaten Path
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$3,240.45
Includes $228.00 Intra-Air & Tax
This tour has flights that occur during the tour, and this is the per person price of those flights, which we have included in the "From" price listed above. Intra-Air flights are not flights that occur before or after the tour. Such flights may be available at an additional cost.
Overview
We’re on the top of the world on this 10-day escorted tour of Scandinavia—the Arctic Circle to be exact. Explore the Land of the Midnight Sun as you travel into the exquisite beauty from Finland to Norway. Along the way, you’ll be warmed by the traditions, tastes, and legends. Begin in Finland’s southern capital of Helsinki poised on the country’s gulf peninsula, where Nordic cuisine is as hearty as the generations of tradition here. Visit Santa at the village of Rovaniemi, just across the Arctic Circle, once you’re sure to be on the “good list,” head through Lapland to the North Cape of Norway to discover the Sámi culture alive today in Karasjok. Call at a husky farm to learn about the life of mushers and sled dogs. Continue to Tromsø where the glow from the Arctic Cathedral adds a shining light to the end of your amazing arctic adventure!
Visited During Tour
Alta (Norway) | Helsinki (Finland) | Honningsvag (Norway) | Ivalo (Finland) | Karasjok (Norway) | Luosto (Finland) | North Cape (Norway) | Oulu (Finland) | Rovaniemi (Finland) | Tromso | Tromso (Norway)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
More Details
Private Touring
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle tour dates available from Globus. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
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Tour Itinerary
Globus Tour Code ZK
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1ARRIVE IN HELSINKI, FINLAND
Welcome to Helsinki! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at the hotel.
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- Dinner
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2HELSINKI–OULU
Perfection on the Peninsula This morning, follow your Local Guide on a sightseeing tour to discover Helsinki’s main highlights, including the City Hall, Presidential Palace, Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and open-air market. After some free time for browsing, head to the airport for your flight to Oulu. TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Finland has often been voted the happiest country in the world, due to its affinity with nature and a strong social support system. The capital city, Helsinki is situated in the south of the country poised on a peninsula in the Gulf of Finland. Though it is the coldest capital in the Nordic region, its striking architecture and Nordic cuisine don’t fail to give visitors a warm welcome.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
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3OULU
The Creative Edge After an orientation tour to introduce you to Oulu, the rest of the day is yours to explore the 2026 European Capital of Culture. Enjoy time to browse the Market Square, taste some local specialties at the Market Hall, take a selfie with the famous Policeman statue, or head over to Piksaari Island to stroll around the wooden district, once a center of local industry and now home to a thriving artists’ community. ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE of Finland with an optional excursion to Hailuoto, the largest island in the Bothnian Bay. From its rise from the sea approximately 2,000 years ago and continues to do so. Eventually the island will adjoin mainland as the rising shoreline is constantly changing to form a living conservation area. The manmade environment in Hailuoto, characterized by well-preserved traditional buildings, together with its unique natural features, has earned Hailuoto the designation as one of Finland’s national landscapes—and the only national landscape covering the entire municipality.
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- Breakfast
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4OULU–ROVANIEMI
Santa Claus is Coming to Town Today, get into the festive spirit as you drive to Rovaniemi to visit Santa Claus’s village. Keep an eye out for the elves and Santa Claus, himself. This enchanting village sits directly on the Arctic Circle. Step across the latitudinal line and This Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own! receive your Arctic Circle Certificate. 127 mi / 205 kmLOCAL FAVORITE LEGENDS & LORE Some 100 years ago, a passerby started spreading the word about the true location of Santa’s real home. Since then, Santa has traveled to the Arctic Circle to meet with kids from 1 to 92 to hear Christmas wishes in his remote Santa’s Village in Rovaniemi. Enjoy a visit with Old St. Nick and receive your official Arctic Circle Certificate documenting your crossing this hemispheric line.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
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5ROVANIEMI–LUOSTO–IVALO
North to the Cape Dash away from Santa’s village with a drive to Luosto where more treats await. This Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own! Enjoy a guided visit to a local husky farm to meet the sled dogs. Later, enjoy some Sámi culture with traditional snacks before continuing to Ivalo. 199mi/ 320kmLOCAL FAVORITECULTURE & TRADITION Learn about the special relationship between musher and dog with a visit to a local husky farm. Hear about arctic survival gear, sleds, racing equipment, and working with sled dogs. Visit the puppy yard and linger with the friendly adult racing dogs. Whether or not you’re a passionate dog lover, you’ll gain respect and admiration for these hard-working dogs and their remarkable fortitude under the care of expert mushers.
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- Breakfast
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6IVALO–KARASJOK, NORWAY–HONNINGSVAG
Norwegian Good Today, cross the border into Norway and stop at Karasjok to visit the Sámi Cultural Park, to learn about the traditions and lifestyle of this semi-nomadic people. Later, reach Honningsvag, the most northerly town in Norway. 242mi/ 390kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURE & TRADITION Explore the fascinating Sámi culture, history, and traditions with a visit to the Sámi Cultural Park in Karasjok. Browse exhibitions that feature Sámi art, handicrafts, traditional clothing, and artifacts to understand the history of the Sámi people, their way of life, and their struggles for cultural preservation and recognition.
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- Breakfast
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7HONNINGSVAG–EXCURSION TO THE NORTH CAPE–ALTA
The Old Men & The Sea Today, stand in the northernmost point of Europe with a visit to the North Cape Hall and Visitor Center, located on a cliff 307 meters above the Arctic Ocean. Capture this incredible moment with a photo opportunity at the Globe Monument, the symbol of the North Cape. Later, arrive in Alta. 168mi/ 270kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD The North Cape cliff plateau has long been an important navigation mark for shipping traffic in the north. In 1553, an English expedition set sail under the command of commander Richard Chancellor in search of the North-East passage to China. Though unsuccessful, the expedition’s sea charts were the first to mention the name, North Cape. Today, the cape offers an outstanding vantage point beneath the midnight sun with spectacular views of the Barents Sea.
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- Breakfast
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8ALTA–TROMSØ
Written in Stone This morning, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Rock Art Museum in Alta, Northern Europe's largest and richest rock-carving site. Arrive in Tromsø late afternoon with free time to stroll the city. 186mi/ 300kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ANCIENT TREASURES Experience the Rock Carvings Museum and walk along the pathways amid the fascinating ancient rock carvings created 2,000 to 6,200 years ago to illustrate the lives and livelihoods of hunter-gatherers and fishermen beside stunning views of the Alta Fjord.
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- Breakfast
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9TROMSØ
Shining Lights Today, join an orientation walk, featuring a visit to the Arctic Cathedral. Discover more of Tromsø during your free time and this evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your travel companions. TOUR HIGHLIGHT ICY ARCHITECTURE The Arctic Cathedral stands proud at the end of Tromsø bridge, clearly visible from the centre of the town. Strip lights have been positioned between the eleven lamella panels that make up the church walls. When darkness falls, the church’s unusual shape is visible from all parts of Tromsø to represent the light in the long, dark winter days.
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- Breakfast
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10TROMSØ
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by Globus in their Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle tour:
Alta
Scandic Hotel Alta
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
Modern business hotel; centrally located in the business district; one of the leading conference hotels of the region.
Location
Lokkeveien 61
Alta, Norway
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Helsinki
Radisson Blu Aleksanteri
Hotel rating (by Globus): Superior First-Class
Located in the very heart of Helsinki, this hotel combines the best parts of a home-like boutique hotel and a major international chain hotel. The in-house restaurant offers a variety of dishes using seasonal ingredients while the bar offers a wide selection of exclusive wines and craft beers. Leisure options include a fitness center and a sauna. Complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel.
Location
Albertinkatu 34
Helsinki, Finland
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar Superior First-Class property)
Honningsvag
Scandic Honningsvag
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
A summer hotel centrally located next to the "Hurtigruten" quay and Honningsvag harbor. The area has a variety of experiences to offer. It is approx. 35 km to Nordkapp.
Location
Nordkappgt. 4 P.O. Box 153
Honningsvag, Norway
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Ivalo
Ivalo
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
A warm inviting atmosphere is present in this 94-room hotel, its main restaurant offers Lappish specialties with a peaceful view over the River Ivalo and there is a cozy lobby bar with a fireplace and Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout.
Location
Ivalontie 34
Ivalo, Finland
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Oulu
Radisson Blu
Hotel rating (by Globus): Superior First-Class
This Stylish hotel combines a unique glamorous 70s design with modern details. The spacious guest room interiors are serene and stylish, designed in a medley of materials, colors, and motifs that flirt with the early 70s as well as the hotel's Northern Finland location. All rooms are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities and air conditioning. Located in the center of Oulu, the hotel is close to the city's most popular attractions, restaurants, and shopping opportunities. Numerous technology centers and museums lie near the hotel's city-center location, and just across the square is Oulu Market Hall.
Location
Hallituskatu 1
Oulu, Finland
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar Superior First-Class property)
Rovaniemi
Original Sokos Vaakuna
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
A contemporary 159-room property situated in the centre of Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus offering warm hearted Lappish hospitality and Free Wi-Fi connectivity. The hotel's restaurants feature a wide range of specialties, from rustic French cuisine to Lappish delicacies, as well as the best Tex-Mex in town and a nightclub.
Location
Koskikatu 4
Rovaniemi, Finland
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
Tromsoe
Scandic Grand Tromso
Hotel rating (by Globus): First-Class
Located on Storgata shopping street in central Tromsø, this modern 133-room hotel offers a large breakfast buffet and an in-house café and bar. The colorful rooms have scandic decor with wooden floors and include comfortable beds and Free Wi-Fi access.
Location
Storgaten 44, Postboks 8
Tromsoe, Norway
Other Details
- Free Wifi
- Hotel as shown or similar (Globus may replace it with a similar First-Class property)
More Details
Globus is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle tour:
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
Travelers Notes
Special Features Included in this Tour: • Guided sightseeing tour of Helsinki • Orientation tour of Oulu • Visit to Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi• [LF] Arctic Circle Certificate • Visit to a [LF] husky farm with traditional Sámi culture snacks • Visit to the Sami Cultural Park at Karasjok • Visit to North Cape Hall and Visitor Center in Honningsvag−Europe’s most northern point • Visit the Rock Carvings Museum in Alta• Orientation Walk in Tromso featuring the Arctic Cathedral
Meals Included
9 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners
Private Touring
Globus offers an optional paid upgrade if you would like to arrange for Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle tour as a Private Tour. Here's a sample of the additional cost:
6 guests in a party: $3,234*18 guests in a party: $852*
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