White nights and midnight sun 

In Rovaniemi, nights are white throughout the summer from late May until early August. The Midnight Sun is a natural phenomenon that takes place only on and above the Arctic Circle in the summer months.

On the Arctic Circle, where Rovaniemi lies, the sun officially stays above the horizon for a full 24 hours on summer solstice, 21st or 22nd June. However, the Midnight Sun period in Rovaniemi lasts for a month, from 6th June to 7th July; this is due to the Earth’s slightly tilted axis and refraction of sunlight.

Summer highlights

Rovaniemi's summer offers a blend of Lapland wonders and local culture. With endless daylight, explore the nature on easy hiking trails and join a photography tour under the enchanting glow of the Midnight sun. A visit to an authentic reindeer farm or a real sled dog kennel are experiences incomparable, that give a new insight to the iconic Arctic animals. Getting to know the local culture is easy in Rovaniemi by visiting the cultural sites or, for example, by going to a public summer sauna. The absolute highlight is the atmospheric dinner at Kotisaari island with the locals.

Flights to Helsinki from home destinations

16.00 AY 535 from Helsinki to Rovaniemi

17.15 Arrival in Rovaniemi

Transfer from Rovaniemi airport to your igloo accommodation

Check-in 

19.30 Dinner at igloo village

Overnight

Breakfast

9.15 – 9.30 Check-out & Gathering together at hotel lobby
Rovaniemi Minitour groups will be revealed & everyone joins his/her tour

10.00 – 14.00 Experience Rovaniemi in Summer
Lunch included

14.30 Arrival & Check-in workshop hotel

17.00 – 20.00 Get-together evening event at Korundi House of Culture for both suppliers and buyers hosted by Visit Finland, Finnair and Visit Rovaniemi. Short walk to Korundi from the hotels.

Short walk back to the hotels

Breakfast at your hotel

Workshop at Lappia House 
Short walk to the Lappia Hall
 
09.30-10.00 Morning coffee 

10.00-12.30 Workshop meetings 

12.30-13.30 Buffet lunch 
  
13.30-17.00 Workshop meetings  

19.30 Dinner à la Lapland at Valdemari (Dress code: Marimekko T-shirt) 
Short walk to Valdemari from the hotels

21.00 Party Like a Finn – midsummer celebration 

01.30 – Good nightless night! 
Short walk back to the hotels

Breakfast

Check-out

12.30 Transfer from accommodation to Rovaniemi airport

Flights to home destinations via Helsinki