SUMMER PACKAGE IN KIRKENES
| DURATION: |
3 nights/4 days |
| GROUP SIZE: |
min 2 guests, max 25 guests |
| DEPARTURES: |
every day from 1. June - 30. Sep |
| ACTIVITIES INCLUDED: |
Sightseeing to the Russian border, Excursion to Pasvik valley |
| OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES: |
King Crab Safari, boat trip along the Russian border, visit at a husky farm, Arctic evening with local food, Daytrip to Russia |
| ACCOMMODATION: |
3 nights in Kirkenes at Rica Arctic Hotel or Rica Hotel |
| PRICE: |
3800 NOK pre person in double room |
| INCLUDED: |
3 nights in double room incl. breakfast, 2 excursions with guide and transportation |
| SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: |
350 NOK per night |
| BOOKINGS CODE: |
PS02 |
TRAVEL PROGRAMME
DAY 1:
Individual arrival in Kirkenes by plane or Costal Steamer (Hurtigrute)
Pick up at hotel 13.30
13.00 – 14.45
SIGHTSEEING TO THE RUSSIAN BORDER AND THE MINING TOWN BJØRNEVATN
A guided trip by bus to the Russian border and to the iron ore mines in Bjørnevatn. Our first stop is “Skafferhullet”, the historical border crossing between Norway and Russia. We visit the border and have a glance at the Russian community of Boris Gleb on the other side.Your guide will provide information on the various historical events which took place in this area.We continue to the mining town Bjørnevatn which has gone through dramatic changes the last years.The mines were closed in 1996 and will reopen again in 2009. Here we gain an insight into 90 years of mining history.We continue our trip to the viewpoint “Storfjell” where we get a nice view over the fjord. On our way back to Kirkenes we will stop at a souvenir shop with local products (possibility for shopping).
Accommodation at Rica Hotel or Rica Arctic Hotel in Kirkenes
DAY 2:
Breakfast. Time on your own. We suggest to book some optional activities.
Accommodation at Rica Hotel or Rica Arctic Hotel in Kirkenes
DAY 3:
Breakfast. Pick up at hotel at 16.30
16.30 – 20.00
EXCURSION TO PASVIK VALLEY: A guided trip by buss to the Pasvik valley. The valley is one of the last wilderness areas in Europe and known for its big brown bear population. You get both, a nice nature experience and information about the interesting history of this area right beside Russia. We visit the chapel and the National Park Centre which provides information about fauna and flora. Next stop is the viewpoint “Høyde 96” where you can visit the observation tower. Fantastic view over the border into the Russian neighbourhood Nikel. We serve coffee/ tea and cookies before starting back to Kirkenes.
Accommodation at Rica Hotel or Rica Arctic Hotel in Kirkenes
DAY 4: Breakfast, check out and individual departure.
OPTIONS:
Daytrip to Russia
Boat trip along the Russian border in Pasvik valley on day 3
Visit in a husky farm
ARCTIC EVENING IN THE GABBA PARK with local food
King Crab Safari
and much more…
Package provided by Pasvikturist AS, Kirkenes
We are member of RGF "Pacakge tours Act" to secure our clients.
