Lampivaara Amethyst Mine Day Trip
Lampivaara Amethyst Mine Day Trip
After picking you up from your hotel in Rovaniemi, we’ll board a bus and head north. The trip will take about 1.5 hours until we reach the Lappish town of Luosto, near which the Lampivaara amethyst mine is located.
To reach the top of the hill in which the mine is located, you'll climb onto a snowcat, a vehicle that will take you through the snow on a beautiful route through the incredible snow-capped forests of Finland. If you take the tour in the summer, we'll travel this route directly by car.
Once we reach the summit, we’ll take a walk to the amethyst mine, which dates back more than 2,000 years. There, we’ll begin a guided tour of the woodworking facilities, where we’ll learn about the main uses of amethyst jewelry. Amethyst is considered Lapland’s most famous and iconic gemstone. You’ll fall in love with the violet color and brilliance of this type of quartz.
What's more, you'll have the opportunity to visit the excavation zone so you can dig up your own pieces of amethyst and take them home as a souvenir of your visit to one of the few gemstone mines in the world that welcomes tourists.
As you exit the depths of Lampivaara mine, you'll be able to enjoy the most stunning views of the surrounding countryside from your hilltop location. Don't forget your camera!
Finally, after this magical experience, we’ll return to the center in Rovaniemi after 5 hours of activity.
Schedule
Please note that the time of the activity is approximate and varies according to season and availability. After making your reservation, we'll contact you to confirm the exact time.
Pickup Info
This tour includes pickup from hotels located within an 8 km (5 mi) radius of downtown Rovaniemi. If you cannot find the name of your hotel during the booking process, please select the closest one.
If you are in another area, we'll meet at the following address: Rovakatu 19b, Rovaniemi 96200, Lapland, FI. In this case, during the booking process, you will need to select the pickup option from the dropdown menu under the name Wonderlapland.
Please note that this activity does not include return transportation to your hotel and will always end at a central location in Rovaniemi.
More Information
Duration
5h 5m.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup
Transportation by bus or minibus
English–speaking tour assistant
Admission to the Lampivaara amethyst mine
Digging tools
Complimentary amethyst stones
Not included
Hotel drop–off
Winter clothing: snowsuit, boots, and hat: € 10 (US$ 11.53) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Wonderlapland Corporate name: Wonderlapland Experiences Oy Registered Office: Rovakatu 19b, Rovaniemi, Finland Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): FI32999891 Contact information Email: miquel.angel.86@gmail.com Phone: +358408516487 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
If you have any other questions please contact us.