Lapland - Jeris Log Cabin Adventure

Jeris encapsulates the Lapland dream: cosy winter cottages, log fires, a beautiful lakeside setting, spa facilities, deep snow and a fantastic range of activities. It’s the best place we know for combining comfort and adventure.

Imagine returning to your very own winter cottage after an active day in sub-zero temperatures. Draw the curtains, turn on the sauna, light the log fire and feel the warmth seep back into your bones. Heavenly!

Jeris enjoys an enviable position on the shore of Lake Jerisjarvi and on the very edge of the Pallas-Ounas National Park. It's jaw-dropping beautiful out there. The only problem is that you have to leave that log fire to experience the great outdoors. It's a tough call folks!

Price

From: GBP1575 per person (7 nights)

Price Includes

• Return flights from Gatwick to Kittila (Manchester and Birmingham on request)
• Return airport transfers
• 7 nights in a winter cottage
• 7 breakfasts . 6 lunches . 7 dinners
• Activities (see below)
• Thermo-overalls, socks, mittens, boots and warm hat for the duration of your stay
• Fully qualified wilderness guides and instructors

Price Excludes

• Manchester and Birmingham departures available

Sunday
Flights, arrivals and introduction
You will be greeted on arrival at Kittila Airport and transferred to your accommodation. After settling into your winter cottage, it's a short walk over to the main building for dinner and an introductory meeting with your guide.

Monday
Reindeer farm and safari
We drive to the old Lapland Manor where our local reindeer herder's family has lived since the 19th Century. There will be a short film presentation describing the importance of reindeer in Lappish life before visiting the reindeer farm. At the farm you can try your hand at lassoing before setting off in a reindeer pulled sleigh for a 3km safari. Lunch is served by an open fire in a traditional Lappish kota.

We return to the accommodation after lunch where there will be time for snow activities within the grounds such as tobogganing, snowshoeing and cross country skiing.

Tuesday
Cross country skiing and snowshoeing
The cross-country skiing trails start next to the hotel. Your guides will teach you the basics of this remarkably easy discipline before taking you on a guided skiing trip across the snowy landscape. After lunch in the hotel restaurant you strap on your snowshoes and head onto frozen Lake Jerisjarvi for a guided hike.

Wednesday
Free day or optional activities
Why not take the time to relax?, There are few more theraputic remedies than catching up on some reading in front of a wood burning fire. Alternatively, drop into the spa for a sauna or a massage or try additional activities which can be paid for at reception.

Thursday
Snowmobile and ice fishing safari
You will receive an instruction and safety briefing from your snowmobile guide before speeding off on a 30km safari. Weather permitting, your guide will build a fire and cook lunch out in the open where there will also be the opportunity to try some ice fishing.

Friday
Husky safari
A short drive brings us to the husky farm where you will learn about the life of a sled dog here in the Arctic Circle. You will also be taught how to handle a dog team before taking the reins yourself on a 17km safari lasting approximately two hours.

Saturday
Free day, optional activities or Lainio Snow Village
After a busy few days you may just want a day to relax in the spa. However, you can also book additional activities and this year we've added the possibility of staying overnight in a snow hotel at Lainio Snow Village.

Sunday
Departure, transfer and flights