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Connoisseurs Experience

The 2018 Connoisseurs Experience includes 17 unique itineraries centred around exotic destinations, authentic events, local festivals, wilderness and wildlife, and unique cultural encounters. As always, our Connoisseurs Experience features boutique, superior or deluxe accommodations, comprehensive sightseeing and special visits. Many of these departures are accompanied and escorted by our own or affiliated experts, bringing in profound depth of knowledge and unique insights to enhance your travel experience. This is not just a tour, it is an intimate and personal experience

The 2018 Connoisseurs Experience includes 17 unique itineraries centred around exotic destinations, authentic events, local festivals, wilderness and wildlife, and unique cultural encounters.
As always, our Connoisseurs Experience features boutique, superior or deluxe accommodations, comprehensive sightseeing and special visits.
Many of these departures are accompanied and escorted by our own or affiliated experts,
bringing in profound depth of knowledge and unique insights to enhance your travel experience.
This is not just a tour, it is an intimate and personal experience

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ITINERARY<br />

Dec 3, 2018 Helsinki<br />

Upon arrival, check in to your hotel connected to the airport terminal.<br />

Hotel Hilton Helsinki Airport or similar<br />

Dec 4, 2018 Helsinki - Ivalo, Lapland - Glass Igloo (B/D)<br />

Return to airport terminal for your flight to Ivalo located up north in<br />

Finnish Lapland, 250 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle. On arrival,<br />

you are transferred to Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort where you will enjoy<br />

two nights unique experiences in one of the “northern lights friendly”<br />

Arctic Glass Igloos.<br />

The Glass Igloos offer “all-sky vision” in complete comfort. There are three<br />

types of Glass Igloos and can accommodate up to 6 passengers comfortably<br />

and warmly insulated, all-sky thermal-glass roofs, heated floors adjustable<br />

twin beds and a bathroom with a shower cabinet.<br />

Balance of the day, enjoy the property and optional activities.<br />

Dec 7, 2018 Helsinki (B)<br />

Helsinki is truly located at the crossroads of Western and Eastern culture<br />

and this is reflected everywhere in the green and lively Finnish capital.<br />

The sightseeing tour takes us around the harbours and the Senate Square<br />

with the Lutheran Cathedral, up central Mannerheim Street and by the<br />

Parliament Building, the Finlandia Hall, and the Sibelius Monument and<br />

for a visit at the famous Church-in-the-Rock.<br />

This afternoon is free at leisure or take an optional excursion to Wooden<br />

Town of Porvoo, explore this medieval town, its picturesque yards and<br />

narrow streets.<br />

Dec 8, 2018 Helsinki - Frankfurt (B)<br />

This morning, you are transferred to the airport for flight to Frankfurt.<br />

Arrival at Frankfurt airport and transfer to the hotel.<br />

The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure. Your may board a<br />

double-decker bus for a narrated sightseeing tour, which shows you the<br />

diversity of this historic yet modern metropolis including the Romer<br />

town hall, drive through the modern European banking center, and<br />

Goethe House, the former home of 18th-century literary genius Johann<br />

Wolfgang Von Goethe. Walk around the historic heart of the city, see<br />

the noteworthy architecture of St Paul’s Church and Frankfurt Cathedral<br />

and visit the Hauptwache, a Baroque plaza surrounded by modern buildings.<br />

Pass the Zeil shopping center, see the Old Opera House, and view<br />

the big towers of the former city wall.<br />

Accommodation at the Hotel Mövenpick Frankfurt City****<br />

Dec 9, 2018<br />

Frankfurt - Heidelberg (B)<br />

Dec 5, 2018 Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort Glass Igloo (B/D)<br />

Start the day with an Arctic adventure with Huskies! Embark on a sled<br />

and dogs howl and pull at their harnesses to get moving, and as soon as<br />

the anchor is lifted, they take off at full speed through the snowy forests<br />

and plains. 2 people share 1 sled and takes turns in driving. Back at the<br />

kennel, enjoy a hot beverage and hear some Husky Story.<br />

The rest of your day is free to enjoy this spectacular destination. Why not<br />

do as the locals and relax in the traditional Finnish sauna at your resort?<br />

Dec 6, 2018 Ivalo - Helsinki (B)<br />

Today, transfer back to Ivalo airport and fly to Helsinki, Finnish capital<br />

and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.<br />

Hotel Glo Art**** or similar<br />

This morning, visit Christmas market in Römerberg. More than 200<br />

Christmas stalls await you in Römerberg, on Paulsplatz square and at the<br />

pier by the Main river. Continue a short ride to Heidelberg, one of the<br />

most beautiful cities in Germany. Enjoy a guided walking tour and you<br />

will see the world famous castle ruins, Gothic and Renaissance buildings,<br />

the large courtyard, the mighty terrace and the world’s largest wine<br />

barrel. In the medieval town center of Heidelberg you visit the Church<br />

of Holy Spirit, the House of the Knights with its precious Renaissance<br />

facade, small lanes with half timbered houses, the Old Bridge, Karlstor<br />

and much more.<br />

Stroll through Heidelberg’s Christmas Market, perfectly set with splendid<br />

view of the illuminated Heidelberg Castle towering above.<br />

Heidelberg Marriott Hotel<br />

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