ASA HOLIDAYS EXCLUSIVE
-COMPLETE visit to Lofoten Islands
-Norway Salmon Fish Farm Visit with Lunch
-Sweden Blue Hole of Abisko – The best place on Earth to see the Northern Lights
-Kiruna Ice Hotel Tour
-THE SANTA CLAUS EXPRESS Overnight Train
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
NORWAY
TROMSO
- Arctic Cathedral
- Roald Amunsen Statue
- Butter Market
LOFOTEN ISLANDS
- Svolvaer
- Henningsvær
- Ramberg
- Reine
- Å
ASA Holidays EXCLUSIVE =
- Salmon Fish Farm Visit with Lunch
SWEDEN
KIRUNA
- Icehotel Tour
ABISKO
- Blue Hole of Abisko = The best place on Earth to see the Northern Lights
FINLAND
ROVANIEMI
- Santa Claus Village
(Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate)
- Santa Post Office
- Husky Dog Sledge Ride
- Reindeer Sleigh Ride
LAPLAND
Overnight Glass Igloo
ASA Holidays EXCLUSIVE =
THE SANTA CLAUS EXPRESS Overnight Train
MEALS
7 Breakfasts, 2 Lunch, 5 Dinners
• Norway Salmon Farm Lunch
ACCOMODATION
TROMSO – Scandic Grand Tromso
LOFOTEN ISLANDS – Scandic Svolvaer
KIRUNA - Fjallet Hotel Bjorkliden
1N Glass Igloo @ Northern Lights Village
SANTA CLAUS EXPRESS Overnight Train
HELSINKI - Scandic Grand Marina
Note: All accommodations are subject to final confirmation. If the accommodation is unavailable, another of similar hotel standard will be provided.
Day 1SINGAPORE - TROMSO
Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Tromso - a city located in northern Norway above the Arctic Circle.
Day 2TROMSO
Upon arrival, begin the day with a Tromso sightseeing tour to the outstanding white washed Arctic Cathedral, Roald Amundsen Statue situated by the harbour, the once bustling Butter Market and the seemingly endless timber and merchant houses that line this square. This evening, you may wish to participate on an optional Northern Lights Hunting by Boat experience sailing out into the Barents Sea whilst enjoying the light refreshments on board.
Meals On Board
Day 3TROMSO – LOFOTEN ISLANDS
After a hearty breakfast, depart for the Lofoten Islands which is situated just beneath the Aurora Oval - a belt that encircles the geomagnetic poles and provides some of the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Overnight in an authentic seaside hotel this evening. With no light pollution and an open view to the north, you may be lucky enough to witness the Northern Lights from the comfort of your lodge. Note: Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon and sighting is subject to weather conditions
Breakfast / Dinner (Hotel Dinner)
Day 4LOFOTEN ISLANDS
This morning, be prepared to be in awe of the dramatic landscape of colorful and charming Norway fishing villages set against snowcapped mountains. Begin with a tour at the southernmost traditional village at Å established since the 1840s before continuing to “the most beautiful place in the world” with red and white fishermen’s huts dotting the shoreline at Reine. Afterwards, arrive at Lofoten Seafood Centre and take a boat ride to the fish farm to visit the salmon and participate in feeding them. Have a taste of this delicious piece of Norway produce onsite and enjoy an exquisite Arctic Salmon Lunch right by the premises. Later, make a stop at the beach of Ramberg before returning to the seaside hotel in anticipation of the Aurora Borealis tonight. Note: Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon and sighting is subject to weather conditions
Breakfast / Lunch (Norway Salmon Lunch) / Dinner (Hotel Dinner)
Day 5LOFOTEN ISLANDS – ABISKO - KIRUNA
Continue our tour of the villages in Lofoten Islands today and arrive in nostalgic Henningsvaer which consists of several small islands connected by bridges like pearls on a string. Take a stroll along the streets of this small-town and simply soak in the serene ambiance to calm your body and mind when you breath in the smell from the ocean. Tonight, take a drive to the “Blue Hole of Abisko” – This scientifically proven ‘blue hole’ refers to a patch of sky over the Lake Torneträsk that usually remains clear despite overcast weather in surrounding areas and is a prime location for viewing of the Northern Lights. Continue to Kiruna for overnight.Note: Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon and sighting is subject to weather conditions
Breakfast / Dinner
Day 6KIRUNA – LAPLAND
Today, proceed for an Icehotel Tour to see the famous hotel and an art exhibition made of ice and snow from the frozen Torne River, painstakingly sculpted by builders and artists. Do not forget to check out the ice bar and sip on a champagne or a delicious cocktail served in glasses made of ice. This afternoon, cross over from Sweden into Finland Lapland where we will be staying in the renowned Glass Igloo to experience the unique opportunity to sleep under the Lovely Lapp Sky whilst admiring the World’s Most Amazing Natural Phenomenon - Aurora Borealis (also called the Nordic Light) in the comfort of a heated accommodation. Note: Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon and sighting is subject to weather conditions
Breakfast / Dinner (Hotel Dinner)
Day 7LAPLAND - HELSINKI
After breakfast, journey to Rovaniemi – official hometown of Santa Claus on the Arctic Circle in Lapland Finland where culture, wild activities and fairy-tales await. Visit Santa Claus Village for a fun-filled Christmas Experience as you cuddle in the arms of the ever-so-heartwarming Santa. Continue to Santa Post Office and mail out a special postcard to your loved ones with a special Arctic Circle stamp on them and be awarded with an Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate. Afterwards, proceed to the Husky Dog Farm where we visit our warm friendly friends and learn more about the life of these Arctic dogs. Our friendly guide will educate us about their training routine, lifestyle and habits as we prepare to hop on the Husky’s Sledge Dog Ride for an exhilarating experience in the snow. In the afternoon, embark on an unforgettable Reindeer Sleigh Ride - the oldest local transport in Lapland and earn your very own reindeer driving license. Tonight, have an early dinner and bid adieu to Lapland this evening as we experience The Santa Claus Express Finnish Comfort Overnight Train ( 2-Bed Cabin ) from Rovaniemi to Helsinki.
Breakfast / Dinner (Chinese Dinner)
Day 8HELSINKI
Arrive in Helsinki, capital of Finland and enjoy the day free at leisure. You may wish to consider joining an optional excursion to Tallinn, the capital city of Estonia.
Breakfast
Day 9HELSINKI TO SINGAPORE
This morning, embark on a Helsinki orientation tour to the Senate Square, Market Square, the Sibelius Monument and the world famous Church in the Rock. Be entralled by the famous Temppelaukio architectural designs of the Finlandia Hall of Congress, the Concert Center and the Post Office Mansion. If time permits, enjoy some free at leisure time at the famous Itakeshus Shopping Center or simply soak in the Christmas atmosphere at the Christmas Market before transfer to the airport for your flight back to Singapore.
Breakfast / Lunch
Day 10ARRIVE IN SINGAPORE
Arrive home in Singapore with a sweet and memorable holiday with us at ASA Holidays.
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Day 3
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Day 4
早餐 / 午餐 / 晚餐
Day 5
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Day 6
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Day 8
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Day 9
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*Note: Confirmed departure dates were highlighted in Green color .
More departure dates are coming soon
More departure dates are coming soon
Visa
SGP & MYS No Need Visa
CHN & IDN Self-Apply SCHENGEN Visa
Weather
NORWAY (Tromso) Temperature
NOV = -5 to 0 Degrees
DEC = -10 to 0 Degrees
JAN, FEB = -10 to -2 Degrees
MAR = -10 to 0 Degrees
SWEDEN (Abisko) Temperature
NOV = -10 to -6 Degrees
DEC = -14 to -9 Degrees
JAN = -11 to -16 Degrees
FEB = -15 to -10 Degrees
MAR = -13 to -8 Degrees
FINLAND (Rovaniemi) Temperature
NOV = -8 to 3 Degrees
DEC = -15 to -5 Degrees
JAN = -18 to -8 Degrees
FEB = -18 to -6 Degrees
MAR = -12 to -2 Degrees
Tipping
NSF10D
Optional Tromso Northern Lights by Boat with Dinner = EUR$160
Optional Tallin Excursion with Return Ferry = EUR$180
Tipping Per Person = EUR$100
NSF13D
Optional Tromso Northern Lights by Boat with Dinner = EUR$160
Optional Snowmobile with Ice Fishing = EUR$190
Optional Tallin Excursion with Return Ferry = EUR$180
Tipping Per Person = EUR$130
Useful Info
Flight Time Singapore to Tromso = 16Hours 45 Minutes excluding transit
Norway/Sweden Local Time is 7Hours BEHIND Singapore Local Time
Finland Local Time is 6Hours BEHIND Singapore Local Time
Norway =
Located in North of North Europe above Arctic Circle => highest possible chances of seeing the Northern Lights
Charming Fishing Villages of Lofoten Islands + ASA Exclusive = Salmon Fish Farm Visit with Lunch
Sweden =
Blue Hole of ABISKO voted “The best place on Earth to view the Northern Lights”
Icehotel Tour
Finland =
1N Glass Igloo, Santa Claus Village+Post Office, Husky Farm + Sledge Ride, Reindeer Sledge Ride,
*For 10Days itinerary = Overnight Santa Claus Express Train & Helsinki City Tour
*For 13Days itinerary = Ranua Zoo, King Crab Safari + Oslo overnight