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
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
KIRKENES
-King Crab Safari with Snow Mobile Sledge
OSLO
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
Ranua Wildlife Park
Overnight Glass Igloo
MEALS
10 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 7 Dinners
• Norway Salmon Farm Lunch
• King Crab Dinner
ACCOMODATION
TROMSO – Scandic Grand Tromso
LOFOTEN ISLANDS – Scandic Svolvaer
KIRUNA -Scandic - Fjallet Hotel Bjorkliden
LAPLAND – Scandic
1N Glass Igloo @ @ Northern Lights Village
KIRKENES – Thon
OSLO – Quality Hotel Hasle Line
HELSINKI* - Scandic
*For Departures on Finnair (AY)
Note: All accommodations are subject to final confirmation. If the accommodation is unavailable, another of similar
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
Afterwards, continue 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 – the happiest country in the world and arrive in Europe’s last untamed wilderness, Lapland.
Breakfast / Dinner
Day 7LAPLAND
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.
Breakfast / Dinner (Chinese Dinner)
Day 8LAPLAND
Enjoy the day at leisure. You may wish to participate in an optional Snowmobile with Icefishing activity to experience the exhilarating ride through whitewashed forests to learn and attempt the unique experience of fish baiting on the icy lake.
Breakfast
Day 9LAPLAND – LEVI
Start your day with a visit to Ranua Wildlife Park for close-up wildlife sightings of polar bears, lynxes, wolverines, foxes and over 50 different Arctic animals native to Lapland. The animals’ spacious enclosures are located in the middle of the northern coniferous forest which is also the natural environment for most of the species living in the park. Bring home not only bountiful knowledge and a deeper understanding of the native wildlife but also souvenirs from shopping during the allocated free time. Tonight, 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 accomodation. Note: Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon and sighting is subject to weather conditions
Breakfast / Dinner (Hotel Dinner)
Day 10LEVI – KIRKENES
Proceed northwards into Norway to reach Kirkenes, a small town famous for king crab and embark on a phenomenal King Crab Safari with Aurora Hunting, where you will get a chance to catch the Northern Lights and the Arctic King Crab with your own hands (metaphorically, not literally) and savour the freshly cooked and delicious king crabs that weigh up to 15 kilograms in weight. Depending on the weather conditions, you will head out to the fjord either by snowmobile sledge or boat and indulge in a hearty dinner and savour the sweet freshness of the king crab. Note: The appearance of the Northern Lights cannot be guaranteed as it is a naturally occurring phenomenon and is subject to weather conditions.
Breakfast / Dinner (Eat All You Can King Crab Dinner)
Day 11KIRKENES – OSLO // IVALO-HELSINKI*
Enjoy some free time and depart to the airport for our domestic flight to capital of Norway - Oslo. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. If time permits, you may wish to consider an optional Oslo City Tour with photostops at the Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace, followed by a visit to Frogner Park’s controversial Vigeland Sculptures and the Holmenkollen Ski Jump area before enjoying some free at leisure time in the city centre.*For departures on Finnair (AY), please refer below - Enjoy some free time and depart to the airport for our domestic flight to capital of Finland - Helsinki. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. If time permits, you may wish to consider an optional Helsinki City Tour to 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
Day 12OSLO -SINGAPORE / HELSINKI - SINGAPORE*
Free at own leisure before transfer to the airport for your flight back to Singapore. *For departures on Finnair (AY)
Meals On Board / Breakfast
Day 13ARRIVE SINGAPORE
Arrive home in Singapore with a sweet and memorable holiday with us at ASA Holidays.
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Day 4
早餐 / 午餐 / 晚餐
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早餐 / 晚餐
Day 7
早餐 / 晚餐
Day 8
早餐
Day 9
早餐 / 晚餐
Day 10
早餐 / 晚餐
Day 11
早餐
Day 12
飞机餐 / 早餐
Day 13
*Note: Confirmed departure dates were highlighted in Green color .
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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