Explore Pyhä National Park – Guided Welcome Tour & Unique Activities with Transport
Price – 119€ / adult, 79€ / child
Includes: Entrance fee to Pyhä-Luosto National Park, transportation from Rovaniemi and back, guided welcome tour in Pyhäkuru area, time for exploring the area, hot drinks
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Explore Pyhä’s top highlights with guided tour from Rovaniemi
Experience a relaxing and inspiring day in Pyhä–Luosto National Park. Your adventure begins with comfortable transport from Rovaniemi to Pyhä Fell, where your local guide will greet you and lead a warm and informative Guided Welcome Tour in the Pyhäkuru area.
During this gentle 45-minute walk, your guide will share the stories of Pyhä’s dramatic fell landscapes, Arctic nature and history — and introduce you to the area’s most iconic highlights. You will also receive your printed Pyhä Explorer Guide, which includes discount codes, maps, viewpoints, recommended trails, cafés, photo spots and top activities for the day.
After the introduction, you’ll have free time to enjoy Pyhä independently. If you want to eat something after the tour we have Cafe Kuru in Pyhäkuru open for you (choose as an extra when you are making your booking). You can choose from a wide range of activities depending on your interests and the season, such as:
• Visit the famous Amethyst Mine
• Explore the Adventure Park Pyhäkuru
• Go skiing or snowboarding at Pyhä Ski Resort
• Try winter fatbiking on scenic trails
• Enjoy peaceful hiking routes with panoramic views
• Join a yoga session or practice your own fell-side mindfulness
• Spot reindeer near by adventure park (free)
• Relax in cafés, restaurants and viewpoint terraces
Your day ends with a relaxed return journey back to Rovaniemi, with a short stop at Santa Claus Village in both directions.
This experience is perfect for travellers who want an easy, flexible and informative way to discover one of Finland’s most beautiful national parks — without needing any previous experience or planning. Please check the itinerary below for more information.
09:00 – Departure from Rovaniemi
The bus departs from the parking area at Poromiehentie 3, located next to the city centre and just a short walk from Revontuli Shopping Center.
You can arrive by car and leave your vehicle there for the day.
Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. Look for our bus marked “Pyhäkuru Adventure Bus”.
If you arrive with your own vehicle, you can park in the Revontuli Shopping Center parking hall, which is right next to the meeting point.
Please note that the parking hall is paid parking and suitable for full-day parking.
How to find it?
- Located on Poromiehentie, across from the central commercial area
- Easy access by foot from most city hotels
- Paid parking hall is suitable for private cars and tour buses
The bus makes a short pick-up stop at Santa Claus Village on the way to Pyhä Fell at 09:10.
11:00 – Arrival at Pyhä Fell
Welcome to Pyhä Fell and the edge of the Pyhä–Luosto National Park. Once the bus arrives, your guide from the Adventure Park area will meet the group at Hotel Kultakero. Before the tour begins, you can take a short bathroom break inside the hotel.
After the break, your guide will lead you to the starting point of the Guided Welcome Tour, located next to the Adventure Park Pyhäkuru area. In the bus you will receive your printed Pyhä Explorer Guide, which includes discount codes, maps, viewpoints, recommended walking routes, cafés, restaurants and the top things to do during your free time (for example amethyst mine or downhill skiing).
This arrival moment sets the tone for the day as you step into the peaceful fell landscape and begin exploring one of Finland’s most iconic national parks.
11:15 – 12:00 – Guided Welcome Tour
Begin your visit with a relaxed and informative Guided Welcome Tour in the Pyhäkuru area. Your local guide will introduce you to the unique landscape of Pyhä Fell and the Pyhä–Luosto National Park — one of Finland’s oldest and most iconic protected areas.
During this gentle walk, your guide will share stories about the region’s geology, nature and the eight Arctic seasons. You will explore beautiful viewpoints and learn how to make the most of your day in the fell.
You will also receive your printed Pyhä Explorer Guide, which includes the best routes, scenic spots, cafés, restaurants, discount codes and activity tips for the afternoon. This short introduction gives you everything you need to confidently enjoy Pyhä on your own for the rest of the day.
No previous experience is needed — just curiosity and warm clothing.
12:00 – 17:00 – Free Time at Pyhä Fell
After completing your guided welcoming tour, you have the rest of the afternoon free to explore Pyhä Fell at your own pace. The area offers plenty to see and do, whether you prefer relaxing, enjoying local food or trying additional activities.
You can enjoy lunch at one of the nearby restaurants in the Pyhä resort area, or simply stroll around the fell village and take in the peaceful Arctic atmosphere. With your Winter Adventure Guide to Pyhä Fell (included in your trip), you will get recommendations, discounts, maps and insider tips on the best places to visit during your stay.
If you want to stay active, you can try a variety of other activities available in the area, such as:
- Admiring and photographing reindeer (free)
- Downhill skiing at Pyhä Ski Resort
- Visiting the famous Amethyst Mine
- Winter fat biking on marked snow trails
- Short hikes or nature walks to panoramic viewpoints
- Simply relaxing and enjoying the stunning fell landscapes
Your guide booklet includes clear instructions on how to access these activities, where to go, and what is recommended during the season. Whether you choose adventure or relaxation, Pyhä Fell offers something for everyone.
At 17:00, your bus will depart back to Rovaniemi from the same meeting point where you arrived.
17:00 – 19:00 – Return to Rovaniemi
At 17:00, it’s time to say goodbye to Pyhä Fell. Please return to the same meeting point where the bus dropped you off earlier. Your guide will assist the group and ensure that everyone is comfortably on board the Pyhäkuru Adventure Bus.
As we begin the return journey to Rovaniemi, you can relax, unwind and enjoy the scenic Arctic landscapes rolling past your window. This is a perfect moment to look through your photos, sip a drink, or simply rest after an active and rewarding day in the fells.
The bus will arrive back in Rovaniemi around 19:00, returning you to Poromiehentie 3, close to Revontuli Shopping Center. From there, you can easily walk back to your accommodation or pick up your car from the Revontuli parking hall.
The bus makes a short drop-off stop at Santa Claus Village on the way back to Rovaniemi at approximately 18:50.
Why you Should Visit Pyhä-Luosto National Park National Park in Lapland?
- You will visit one of the most beautiful national parks in Finland,
- Experience different part of Lapland during your stay in Rovaniemi,
- Local Arctic guide will provide you with introduction and welcome tour,
- You will have an opportunity to experience Pyhä on your own and try the activities that suits your preferences,
- Transportation from / to Rovaniemi is included in the price,
- One of the newest day tours from Rovaniemi!
Choosing Responsible Partners with Sustainable Principles
We collaborate only with responsible partners who share our values of sustainability and authenticity. One of them is Adventure Park Pyhäkuru where a local outdoor enthusiasts welcome visitors to explore Arctic nature, learn about surroundings and enjoy unique experience at Finland’s only cliffside adventure park. Our long-term partnership ensures the most authentic and memorable experience possible.
What's included?
- National park entrance fee
- Bus fare
- Entry or admission fee
- Goods & services tax
- Round-trip bus transport from Rovaniemi to Pyhä Fell
- Pick-up and drop-off stop at Santa Claus Village
- Guided Welcome tour in Pyhäkuru
- Warm drink during the tour
- Printed “Pyhä Explorer Guide” with maps and activity suggestions
- Free time to explore Pyhä Fell (discount codes for restaurants, viewpoints, reindeer (free), trails & activities)
Exclusions
- Winter clothing is not included
(travellers must come dressed for outdoor winter conditions) - Required personal clothing:
- Warm winter jacket or snowsuit
- Insulated winter trousers
- Warm winter boots (e.g., Sorel-type)
- Warm gloves
- Puff scarf / neck warmer or balaclava
- Warm hat/beanie
- Thermal base layers (recommended)
- Meals (other than the warm drink provided at the adventure park)
- Ski passes or equipment rental at Pyhä Ski Resort
- Entrance tickets or transport to optional activities such as the Amethyst Mine or fat biking
- Additional personal purchases (souvenirs, snacks, etc.)
- Travel insurance
Pick-up
- Kemijärvi (Jauri Resort, Hietaniemenkatu 9)
- Luosto (Pyhä-Luostontie 1387 parking area)
- Rovaniemi City Center – Poromiehentie 3 (Adventure Day Pick-up Point)
- Santa Claus Village bus stop – Tähtikuja 1
Please Note
- Not suitable for travellers with reduced mobility or wheelchair users (the adventure park and cliff routes require climbing and moving on uneven ground)
- Warm winter clothing is required (jacket/snowsuit, insulated trousers, warm boots, gloves, hat, neck warmer)
- This activity takes place outdoors on snowy surfaces
- Travel insurance is recommended
- Weather conditions may affect the experience, but the activity runs in most winter conditions
- The bus cannot provide child seats or infant carriers — this experience is not recommended for infants
- Drugs or alcohol are strictly prohibited before or during the adventure session
What do I need to bring?
- Warm winter clothing suitable for outdoor Arctic conditions
- Warm winter jacket or snowsuit
- Insulated winter trousers
- Warm winter boots (e.g., Sorel-type)
- Warm gloves
- Puff scarf / neck warmer or balaclava
- Warm hat/beanie
- Thermal base layers (recommended)
- Sunglasses (bright winter light)
- Snacks and a water bottle for the free-time portion of the day
- Camera or phone for photos
- Phone power bank or charger (there is time to charge your phone during the bus journey)
- Money or payment card for lunch, optional activities or souvenirs
- Personal medication, if needed
- Small backpack to carry your belongings during the day
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event,
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 358 days or less before the event.
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