Magical Winter Wonderland in Karelia Nordic winter adventures between nature and city
Deep in the east of Finland, Karelia awaits with its snow-covered forests and captivating winter adventures. You shape your own programme: from a husky sleigh ride through snowy landscapes to a snowshoe hike, a woodland walk or a horse-drawn sleigh ride. You will also experience the warmth of Karelian hospitality - a journey combining nature, culture and Nordic magic.
Dates and prices
- 2027
| 31.01. - 08.02.2027 | So. - Mo. | from CHF 1'990.- | |
| 28.02. - 08.03.2027 | So. - Mo. | from CHF 1'990.- |
Day 1: Switzerland - Travemünde
Early departure from Switzerland. En route you will cross varied landscapes as far as the port town of Travemünde on the Bay of Lübeck. In the evening you board the modern Finnlines ferry.
Day 2: Travemünde - Helsinki
A day of tranquillity on the calm Baltic Sea. On board the ferry, restaurants, bars and boutiques are at your disposal. You can enjoy the vastness of the sea or simply use the time to relax.
Day 3: Helsinki - Karelia
After arriving in Helsinki, you continue to the mystical east of Finland, to Bomba in Karelia. The landscape becomes increasingly wild and unspoilt – your first impressions of the snowy north.
Day 4: Karelia
A day full of possibilities in the fascinating region of Karelia. Optionally, you can join a one-hour forest walk (optional) with a local guide or enjoy a 30-minute horse-drawn sleigh ride (optional). The evening, with a Karelian dinner at the Bomba restaurant, is a culinary experience.
Day 5: Karelia
The day offers further activities: a one-hour snowshoe hike (optional) takes you deeper into the wintry forests, and a visit to the fascinating huskies followed by a sledge ride (optional) is an unforgettable experience. The evening is yours to relax.
Day 6: Karelia - Helsinki
On the journey south you visit the impressive Puijo Tower near Kuopio – a viewing tower with magnificent views over lakes and forests. In the afternoon you reach Helsinki and check in to your centrally located hotel.
Day 7: Helsinki
In the morning you explore Finland's capital on a German-speaking city tour. Afterwards, you will have some free time at your leisure. In the afternoon you board the return ferry.
Day 8: Helsinki - Travemünde
After a calm crossing by ferry, you arrive in Travemünde in the evening. Overnight stay in the comfortable Maritim Strandhotel.
Day 9: Travemünde - Switzerland
After breakfast, you travel home to your boarding points in Switzerland.
Deluxe-Bus
33 edle Ledersessel – nur 3 statt der üblichen 4 Sitze pro Reihe – bieten viel Platz. Geniessen Sie den grossen Sitzabstand und den Luxus, der keine Wünsche offen lässt. Die exklusive Ambiance wird Sie überzeugen.
- 33 breite, verstellbare Leder-Fauteuil-Sitze
- Grosszügige Dreierbestuhlung mit grossem Sitzabstand
- Sicherheitsgurten an jedem Sitzplatz
- Freistehender Klapptisch pro Sitz, Bewegliche Fussstützen
- 220-Volt Steckdose pro Sitzplatz *
- Klimaanlage, Toilette und Waschraum, Kühlschrank / Kaffeemaschine
- Spurassistent und Abstandtempomat *
- Gratis WLAN/Internet in Europa (ab 2018)
* die meisten Fahrzeuge der EUROBUS Flotte sind damit ausgerüstet
INCLUDED
- Journey by Deluxe coach
- Accommodation in good 3* and 4* hotels, based on double room
- HB (dinner/breakfast buffet)
- Ferry crossings Travemünde - Helsinki - Travemünde, based on double inside cabins
- Meals on board on both ferry crossings
- Admission to Puijo Tower, Kuopio
- City tour of Helsinki
- EUROBUS audio system
Hotels
You will stay in selected 3* and 4* hotels (official national rating). The Break Sokos Hotel in Bomba is set in the midst of the Karelian forest landscape and conveys an authentic Nordic atmosphere. The hotel combines traditional Karelian architecture with modern comfort, creating a unique ambience. All rooms are equipped with bath or shower/WC, hairdryer and satellite TV. Equivalent hotels if unavailable.
