The main meeting point for your holiday is Rovaniemi Airport, Finland, one of the principal gateways to Finnish Lapland, with direct seasonal connections from the UK and convenient year-round connections via Helsinki.

We are pleased to offer a bespoke transfer service, with your guide for the trip meeting you in the arrivals hall. We will operate one scheduled transfer from Rovaniemi Airport, departing at 18:00. The journey to the Ylläs region takes approximately two hours.

For departure, the transfer will leave the hotel at approximately 05:00, arriving at Rovaniemi Airport at approximately 07:00 for onward flights.

Kittilä Airport is also available as a flexible arrival and departure option. Due to its close proximity to Ylläs, we are able to offer greater flexibility with Kittilä transfer times wherever possible. If flights to or from Kittilä are more convenient for your journey, please contact us before booking so we can coordinate your transfer.

Please ensure your flights are compatible with the scheduled Rovaniemi transfer times before booking and contact your guide as soon as possible if your flight is delayed.The meeting point for your holiday is Kittilä Airport, Finland, the main gateway to Finnish Lapland and the closest airport for accessing the Ylläs region. We are pleased to offer a group transfer service, with your guide for the week meeting you in the arrivals hall upon arrival. 

Please contact your guide as soon as possible if your flight is delayed. 

From January to April, Levi experiences classic Arctic winter conditions with cold temperatures, reliable snowfall and a long snow season, creating excellent conditions for cross-country skiing. January is typically the coldest month, with average temperatures ranging from approximately -15°C to -8°C (5°F to 18°F) and regular snowfall creating a true winter wilderness atmosphere.

February and March remain consistently snowy, with cold, crisp days and increasing daylight hours providing ideal skiing conditions. By April, longer days and the first signs of spring arrive, with temperatures typically ranging between -6°C and 3°C (21°F to 37°F), while snow conditions often remain excellent for late-season skiing. 

Breakfast is served each morning with a selection of options to prepare you for a day on the trails, including the opportunity to make a packed lunch. Dining at Levi Spirit is enhanced by a private chef experience, creating a more intimate and personalised approach throughout your stay.

Lunch is served as a three-course meal, offering a relaxed opportunity to refuel and enjoy high-quality cuisine, while evening meals are also served as a three-course experience showcasing seasonal ingredients, Nordic flavours and regional specialities inspired by Finnish Lapland. Together, they create an authentic dining experience with a premium and personal touch. 

Vegetarian and vegan options are available, and most dietary requirements can be catered for, including gluten-free, dairy-free, nut allergies, shellfish allergies and egg-free diets. Please advise us at the time of booking so arrangements can be made.  

Activity level: Leisurely

Low pace, low pressure, but still physically active.

Our Leisurely holidays are ideal for beginners and those seeking a relaxed introduction to cross-country skiing. Days are taken at an unhurried pace, with regular coaching, frequent breaks and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the surrounding landscape. Whilst these holidays place fewer physical demands on guests than our other experiences, cross-country skiing remains an active sport and you should expect to spend several hours on snow each day.

Skiing experience: Beginner

No previous experience required.

Beginner holidays are designed for guests who are completely new to cross-country skiing or have very limited experience. You will learn the fundamental techniques from the ground up, including balance, movement, climbing, descending, stopping and turning, within a relaxed and supportive coaching environment

Luggage 

We kindly ask that you travel with a maximum of 1 piece of hold luggage and 2 pieces of hand luggage, as storage space in the transfer vehicle is limited. When packing for a winter holiday in the mountains, it is important to bring suitable clothing and equipment to ensure you remain comfortable in changing weather and snow conditions. 

Ski Equipment 

We will provide skis, boots and poles selected according to your height, weight, shoe size and technical ability, ensuring equipment is matched appropriately for comfort, performance and enjoyment throughout your holiday. 

Personal Equipment to Bring 

Please ensure you bring the following items for comfort during your holiday: 

• Rucksack – A 15–20 litre day pack with waist and chest straps, suitable for carrying water, snacks and additional warm or waterproof clothing while out on the trails. 
• 1 litre water container – Please note that hydration system tubes can often freeze in winter conditions, so a standard water bottle or insulated container is recommended. 

Additional items 

Sunscreen, sunglasses, small thermos for hot drinks, head torch and footwear suitable for icy conditions 

General Clothing 

We recommend bringing suitable winter clothing to ensure you remain comfortable in changing mountain and skiing conditions: 

• Jackets: Waterproof jacket, fleece or windproof gilet/waistcoat, and a down or insulated jacket (or an additional warm outer layer). 
• Trousers: Nordic ski trousers that are lightweight, windproof, warm and ideally form fitting. Waterproof trousers are optional for additional protection. 
• Tops: Long-sleeved thermal base layer and a lightweight long-sleeved fleece or mid-layer. 
• Accessories: Two pairs of gloves (one lightweight and one insulated), over-mittens for colder days if desired, a warm hat, headband or buff/scarf, and medium-thickness socks. 

Your insurance responsibilities

These are described in detail within the Insurance Information. As an overview you must have adequate insurance that covers you for:

• Medical expenses and repatriation in the event of medical need 

• Mountain Rescue, apart from Norway where it is free 

• Cancellation or curtailment of arrangements as a result of circumstances outside of your control (including accident or illness and inability to travel for other reasons) 

• Personal accident risks, covering injury, illness or death

• Personal liability 

• Personal effects and money 

You must provide us with the name of your travel insurer, policy number and insurer’s emergency contact number 6 weeks before your holiday by updating the information in your account, which can be accessed via the members area of the website.

You should purchase insurance at the time of booking to protect payments made towards a trip that does not take place for any reason.

Our insurance responsibilities

Should Wildtrack Nordic become insolvent or cease to trade, your initial deposit and any other monies paid towards your trip are fully protected. Details of the policy and underwriter are included in the Insurance Information document.

Wildtrack Nordic does not have any responsibility to insure:

• Your flights and any other travel apart from the free shuttle from and to the airport as part of your trip

• Your belongings

• Your equipment, if you are using your own

The requirements for your official documentation can be found at Clause 16 of our Booking Terms and Conditions, but in summary: 

• Passports: you will need a valid passport; many countries require 6+ months’ validity beyond your return date 

• Visas: you will need to confirm the requirements early and ensure you have at least one blank page in your passport 

If you are a guest travelling to one of our European holidays we recommend that you check for updates on the new ETIAS website.

What is Included 
• Professionally qualified guides 
• Accommodation and meals throughout your stay 
• One group airport transfer on arrival and departure 
• Technical ski equipment (skis, boots and poles) 
• Access to the villa facilities and amenities 

What is not Included 
• Flights 
• Personal travel insurance 
• Drinks, snacks and food outside of planned meals 
• Additional transport not specified within the itinerary 
• Spa treatments and additional wellness services