City and Borderland Sightseeing and Visit Snowhotel

Discover Kirkenes: Snowhotel, Russian Border, and Local Highlights

Experience the best of Kirkenes and its surroundings in just 2.5 hours! This guided tour takes you through the town, to the Russian border, and to the famous Snowhotel. Along the way, your local guide will share stories about Kirkenes, the way of life in the Arctic, its rich history, and the area’s unique connections to Finland and Russia.

Programme Highlights:

• Kirkenes Sightseeing: Begin with a guided tour through the town, including a stop at a viewpoint to admire the landscape.
• Russian Border Visit: Continue to the Storskog crossing point, where Norway meets Russia. Learn about key historical events that shaped the region.
• Snowhotel Visit: Explore this magical icy world, filled with beautiful ice sculptures and unique rooms. You’ll also have time to visit the Snowhotel’s dog yard to meet the huskies or spend time with the reindeer roaming the area. Enjoy a warm beverage at the Snowhotel café before heading back.

Tour Details:

• Duration: 2.5 hours
• Departure Times:
  • 09:30 – 12:00
  • 13:30 – 16:00
  • (Other departure times available upon request)
• Includes:
  • Local guide/driver (speaking English, German, or Norwegian)
  • Transportation in a comfortable minivan
  • Pickup from Kirkenes, Kirkenes Airport, Hurtigruten/Havila pier, or the Snowhotel

This tour combines stunning scenery, local history, and cultural insights, all with a personal touch from a knowledgeable local guide. Private tours are available for a more exclusive experience.