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Summer Holidays in Finland

Activities and the Midnight Sun Given the cold darkness of the long winters of Finnish Lapland, it's only natural that the short summer season be wholly and passionately embraced. Summer here is a time of festivals, outdoor dining, fishing, hiking, kayaking and swimming. It is the time to fully appreciate the beauty of the surrounding nature and stepping outside to immerse yourself in the ever-present forests and lakes. In Northern Finland, the summer season is short (lasting around three months) but has the bonus of gloriously long daylight hours which makes it seem all the more lengthy. The daily temperatures are usually above 10°C and can reach highs of 20°C to 30°C in peak season. The non-setting sun in the northerly regions leads to the natural spectacle of the Midnight Sun and late into the evenings, everyday activities can still be enjoyed as you enjoy the reddish quality of the light which bathes everything in an overly lovely warm and bright light.

Experience a winter wonderland this Christmas

Experience a magical winter holiday this Christmas. Far from the crowds and the mainstream, click here to view our all-encompassing experiences of winter destinations. 

From dramatic mountains to stunning fjords - Discover Norway's natural beauty

Explore Norway where adventure meets breathtaking beauty! ©Seth Kane

Magical Madeira is home to incredible wildlife and stunning scenery

Lava pools, levadas, wildlife, walking, a splash of wine and food in Funchal. 
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Tick husky sledding off your bucket list

Experience life as a musher with your very own team of loyal huskies driving you across the stunning Finnish wilderness. Click here to view our holidays.  ©K Chae and Visit Finland  

Set sail on a Small-Ship Cruise

Take to the sea and get a unique vantage point of some of the most beautiful coasts in the world. Click here to view our small ship cruises.   

Witness the Midnight Sun

The tilt of the Earth’s axis towards the sun during the summer months causes the 24 hours of daylight north of the Arctic Circle that is known as the Midnight Sun. Click here to plan your break.   

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Norway, Flåm

Norway: Three Fjords Self-Drive Discovery
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From £1355pp 7 nights inc exc

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The island was so beautiful, we snorkelled with dolphins and whale watched. Tours were amazing. So well organised with exceptional guides.

We have travelled a lot and would rate this as one of our best-ever holidays.

Jenny Forster
A Volcanic Wonderland
Travelled 29th July 2023

The husky trip was amazing! All very well organised, superb guide who was also a talented cook. Hanski our guide really made it a memorable experience.

Our experiences with your travel experts were outstanding. We were much better prepared than others in our group who booked through different agencies. 

Ingrid Haacke
Harriniva - Five-Day Husky Safari
Travelled 7th January 2024

The local staff were always on hand to support us and we ended up having one of the best holidays ever.

What I would like to mention is that we were fairly novice at this type of holiday and prior to going had many questions the staff at Artisan Travel were always more than happy to answer ever our silliest questions. Thanks everyone - mission accomplished.

Stuart and Fay Cutress
A Volcanic Island Short Break
Travelled 5th June 2023

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