Visit The Amethyst Mine in Luosto
About this experience
Dig your own lucky amethyst stone from the Amethyst Mine in Luosto and experience a magical destination with incredible views of the local landscape.
Travel to Lampivaara amethyst mine on a special snow train, a heated wagon pulled by a snow machine. The wagon, the Pendolino, will take you to the top of a small mountain, the Lampivaara fell, where you can enjoy the view of the area over the national park while sipping warm berry juice and listen to the facts and stories of this fascinating purple gem stone.
The mine is a national treasure and mining is all done in an environmentally friendly way without big machinery. During the tour you will hear about the geology and history of the area, in addition to the properties of the gems and the uses of amethyst. In many cultures there are different beliefs connected to the amethyst.
Dig your own gemstone of Lapland, a purple amethyst, and take it home as a memento of your adventure.
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What’s included
- Professional guide
- Winter clothes (overall, boots and gloves)
- Entrance fees
- Transfers
- Warm berry juice
Not included
- Lunch, snacks or drinks.
- Travel insurance
- Liquors, beers and bottled beverages
- Photography accessories like cameras etc.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Start times
- 09:00
Know before you go
- Additional information
- Duration of the program is about 6 hours.
- Driving distance to the Amethyst Mine is 120km (1,5 hour drive).
- Transfers
- Meeting point: Snowmobile Park City Office (Koskikatu 8). Meeting time at 9:00.
- Meeting point: Arctic Circle Snowmobile Park (Joulumaantie 5). Meeting time at 9:00.
- Please note, the meeting times are indicative. We will inform you of the exact meeting time by email the day before. If you do not receive this email, please contact the service provider.
- Good to know
- Missed meeting time and point will result on missed safari which will not be refunded.
- Please read our Terms & Conditions carefully before booking
- Ticket / Voucher
- Small snacks and water bottle
Cancellation policy
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Cancelation free of charge up to 24-Hours before departure.
Meeting point
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Arctic circle snowmobile park
- Address
- Joulumaantie 5, Rovaniemi, 96930, FI
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 66.54293, 25.85033
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 6 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Arctic circle snowmobile park, Joulumaantie 5, Rovaniemi, 96930, FI.
From AED 774 per person
