Fell Top Splendour | Wilderness Wonders

Lapland Activity Minibreaks

A choice of two exciting mini breaks that enable you to experience the forests, fells and rivers of Finnish Lapland with a range of enjoyable summer activities.  For an authentic Lappish experience and to really experience the tranquility of the area, accommodation is in high standard, cosy log cabins, all complete with their own sauna. 

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Itinerary A - Fell Top Splendour

Day 1

Transfer from Kittilä airport or Kolari railway station to the charming Lappish village of Äkäslompolo, approximately 150 kilometres within the Arctic Circle. Accommodation for the next 3 nights is in a charming, attractive log cabin in a tranquil and peaceful location. The village has a large, well stocked supermarket and the restaurant Kaivohuone is open every day for dinner and is renowned for its high standard cuisine and local specialities.

10.00 - Meet your guide at the Destination Lapland Safari Office for the start of a full day’s mountain bike tour. We recommend that you make up a pack lunch to take with you.

The Ylläs area with its 7 splendid fells and wonderful nature provides the perfect setting for a memorable day. We’ll enjoy cycling over the flat Lappish landscape around the 7 fells amidst the beautiful scenery of the Pallas National Park. Our one challenging climb will be the ascent to the top of Ylläs fell that will reward you with some stunning views. During the tour we’ll stop to grill sausages on a campfire in the heart of the Lappish forest.

Day 3

10.00 - Ancient Finns once rode the Tornio and Äkäs rivers in their boats, searching for new livelihoods and better fishing waters. Today, we follow some of their routes, travelling by traditional, Indian canoe along the Äkas River where we find ourselves at one with nature, many miles away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Our journey begins quite calmly, however a few rapids along the way will change the pace and add variety to the scenic route. We’ll choose a pleasant resting place where we’ll enjoy coffee and a delicious fish meal prepared on the open fire.

21.00 - We make the most of the long summer days and experience the midnight sun (weather permitting) whilst hiking. Observe the characteristics and nature of Western Lapland as we follow the Midnight Sun Nature Path from Kellostapulinkuru (Bell’s Tower Gorge) and on to the top of Kellostapuli, a 5.5 kilometre trail along a log path. Overnight in your log cabin.