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Explore an amethyst mine winter experience
Rovaniemi,
Finland
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Overview
Duration
7h
Languages
English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Finnish, Chinese
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect
Take the unique opportunity to visit a gemstone mine. Hop in the snowcat and enjoy a ride up a snowy mountain with beautiful views of the Finnish wild nature. Listen to the owner who will explain to you everything you want to know about the mine and the mining process.After you get the chance to look for your own lucky amethyst. To finish off you will enjoy a delicious local Lappish BBQ lunch including sausages, fish soup, and blueberry tea. As a souvenir, you get to keep a lucky amethyst for yourself.
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Important info
- Pickup is included within a 15 km radius of Rovaniemi, and you'll be required to contact the local operator after booking using the details on your voucher. Outside the radius, pickup is available for an extra fee to be paid on-site
- The tour will be conducted in English, but it is possible to request a commentary in the following languages: Dutch, Finnish, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese. Please ask the tour operator for availability
- Remember to dress according to the weather and wear warm, wind and rainproof clothing and comfortable walking shoes
- Children under the age of 14 years must be accompanied by a paying adult
- A minimum of 2 people is required for this tour to take place
- Vegetarian and vegan options are available on request
What's included
Snow train return transport. Visit to an amethyst mine. Amethyst mine excavation tools. Small amethyst souvenir gift (one that fits in a closed fist). Campfire BBQ. Local guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Highlights
Visit an amethyst mine and dig for your own gemstone. Enjoy a ride in a snowcat with beautiful panoramic views. Learn about the mining industry from your local guide. Try a delicious local Lappish BBQ lunch
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until 24 days in advance
Provider
NORDIC UNIQUE TRAVELS OY
Meeting Point
Pickup is included within a 15km radius of Rovaniemi. You'll be required to contact the local operator 48 hours before the event to arrange the pickup within the area included. Please be ready 10 minutes before pickup time.