Begin in Rovaniemi, the “official” home of Santa Claus and the capital of Lapland • Embark on a beautiful forest walk, passing atmospheric usnea (hanging moss) • Breathe in the crisp arctic air and immerse yourself in the serenity of a Finnish forest • Glide along the Kemijoki River on a wooden riverboat and listen to stories of how these waterways supported travel, trade and daily life in Lapland • Witness an amazing display of autumn colors—the Arctic bearberry, bog bilberry and blueberry plants turn to lovely shades of red. 

Explore the wetlands, rivers and forests near Vikaköngäs, experiencing even more of the Arctic Circle’s unique terrain • Follow the rapids of the River Vaattunki to crystal clear Olkkajärvi Lake and take in a kaleidoscope of autumn colors from Vaattunki Hill • Climb an observation tower used by bird-watchers for spectacular views • End your day in with a Finnish sauna • Journey through Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park, known to have the most beautiful hills and mountains in Finland, taking in sweeping views of lush fall valleys • Hike through boreal forest and behold the colorful slopes of Ylläs fells and stunning lake views of Kesänkijärvi.

Take in sweeping fell views as you hike to the summit of Särkitunturi, a beloved peak overlooking the highest fells of Pallas–Yllästunturi National Park • Forage for Arctic berries, herbs and mushrooms and learn more about traditional Lappish cuisine in a hands-on wild-foods cooking workshop • Experience a traditional Finnish sauna, moving through a rejuvenating sequence of heat, steam and cool-down rituals • Ascend Palkaskero, admiring the highest peak of Pallas National Park • Listen to the beautiful notes of a traditional Sámi singer before sitting down to a Nordic-style dinner • Be inspired in your glass-roofed cabin, with views of autumn foliage in the morning and vast Arctic skies at night.