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Explore an amethyst mine

Maakuntakatu 29 - 31 B, 96200 Rovaniemi, Finland, Rovaniemi, Finland

Overview

Duration

Languages

English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Finnish, Chinese

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

Explore a 20 million years old amethyst mine. Hike up a mountain and look at the beautiful nature and scenery surrounding you. Walk inside the ancient mountain where the mine is located while listening to your guide who will explain you all about the mine and the gemstones. Once in the mine, you get to dig for your own amethyst which you get to keep as a memory to this adventure. On the mountain, you will enjoy a delicious traditional Finnish BBQ with grilled sausage and blueberry juice.

What to remember

Important info

A minimum of two persons is necessary for this tour to take place
Children under the age of 14 years must be accompanied by a paying adult
Vegetarian and vegan meal options are available, please contact the local operator directly
Remember to dress according to the weather and wear warm, wind and rainproof clothing and comfortable walking shoes
Pick up is included within a 15 km radius of Rovaniemi only, and you'll be required to contact the local operator at least 48 hours after booking using the details on your voucher, outside the radius pick-up is available for an extra fee to be discussed when you contact if relevant
The tour will be conducted in English, it's possible to require also a commentary for the following languages: Dutch, Finnish, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese. Please check with the tour organizer for availability

What's included

English-speaking guide (other languages available on request: Dutch, Finnish, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese depending on availability). Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel within a 15km radius of Rovaniemi city center. Guided visit to an amethyst mine. Amethyst gift (a stone that fits in a closed fist). Campfire BBQ including pork sausage, fish soup, blueberry tea

What's not included

Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel outside a 15km radius of Rovaniemi city center available for a small fee

Know Before You Go

Highlights

Hike up a mountain with spectacular scenery. Visit a 20 million years old amethyst mine. Dig out your beautiful amethyst. Enjoy a traditional Finnish BBQ lunch

Operating days

Every day

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

NORDIC UNIQUE TRAVELS OY

Meeting Point

You'll be required to contact the local operator 48 hours before the event to arrange the pickup within the area included.