Private Finnish Sauna Experience
Description
Embarking on a journey to Rovaniemi would be incomplete without indulging in a traditional Finnish sauna, fueled by a wood-burning stove. Experience the full essence of this ritual, which includes a refreshing dip in a frozen lake!
Exclusive Finnish Sauna Experience
Your adventure begins with a pickup from your accommodation, as you depart the city and venture towards a serene location designed for unwinding.
Upon arrival in this authentic Lappish environment, take a moment to admire the stunning icy lake and its surrounding forests. This breathtaking scenery is particularly captivating as dusk approaches. Before you immerse yourself in the chilling waters, you will partake in a quintessentially Finnish tradition: relish a private sauna experience.
The Finnish sauna is a wooden structure heated by a wood-burning stove, where temperatures can soar between 176–230 °F (80–110 °C). Saunas hold a vital place in Finnish life, deemed essential for both physical and mental well-being, with an average of one sauna per household across the nation. Engage in the complete sauna ceremony: bask in the warmth before diving into the frigid lake nearby, or perhaps rolling in the snow!
As a delightful conclusion to your experience, enjoy a cup of blueberry tea. Following this rejuvenating session, you will be returned to your accommodation in Rovaniemi.
Essential Information
During the period from September to May, there is a possibility of witnessing the Aurora Borealis while enjoying your time in the frozen lake. Conversely, if you choose to partake in this activity during the summer months (May to October), you'll be treated to the spectacle of the midnight sun.
Hotel Collection
The service includes pickup from hotels situated within a 15 km (9.3 miles) radius from the center of Rovaniemi. For accommodations located in central Rovaniemi, we will meet at Maakuntakatu 29, Rovaniemi 96200.
Please be aware that the duration of the activity is approximate and may vary based on the season and availability. After your booking, we will reach out to confirm the specific timing.
What's included
- Hotel pickup & drop–off
- English–speaking guide
- Private Finnish sauna experience
- Blueberry tea
- Slippers and towel
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
Pickup is from hotels located within a 15 km radius of the center of Rovaniemi. If your accommodation is in the center of Rovaniemi, you'll have to go directly to the office located at Maakuntakatu 29, Rovaniemi 96200. Please be ready in the hotel lobby or at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance.
You must show your tour confirmation voucher and a photo ID.
Additional Info
For this activity, it is essential to have at least 2 adults. If this minimum is not reached, the activity will be cancelled.
The indicated time is an estimate and may be subject to change. Therefore, we recommend looking out for notifications from the local tour provider (not Civitatis) regarding the start time.
Similarly, we recommend not booking other activities for this same day. This way, you avoid having issues if there is a change to the schedule.
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