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Exceptional
Price is P 13,616 per adult

Features

  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the intriguing history of the Norwegian-Russian border on this engaging snowshoe hike. Traverse the scenic 3 km loop through the Arctic wilderness, passing historical sites like the old guard tower and the iconic Boris Gleb church. Learn about Cold War tensions and observe modern border crossings while standing just meters from Russia. Perfect for those with moderate fitness levels, this tour welcomes both beginners and seasoned hikers alike, requiring no prior snowshoeing experience.

    • Scenic 3.5-hour snowshoe hike from Kirkenes
    • Visit historic border markers and learn about local history
    • Suitable for all fitness levels; no prior experience necessary
    • Includes warm drinks, snacks, and snowshoes with a knowledgeable guide

Activity location

  • E105 59
    • 59 E105
    • 9911, Kirkenes, Finnmark, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • kirkenes tours
    • 5 Storgata
    • 9900, Kirkenes, Finnmark, Norway

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Pick-up/Drop-off in Kirkenes

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
P 13,615.78 x 2 AdultsP 27,231.56
Total
Price is P 27,231.56

Pick-up/Drop-off from Snow Resort

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English

Pick-up/Drop-off Snow Resort
Pickup included

Price details
P 14,977.35 x 2 AdultsP 29,954.70
Total
Price is P 29,954.70

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transportation
  • Inclusions
    Coffee and/or Tea
  • Inclusions
    Snowshoes and necessary equipment

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Join us on a guided snowshoe hike through the snowy forests of Northern Norway — all the way to the edge of Russia. We start by fitting you with snowshoes and warm gear (if needed), then head out on a 3 km loop trail through quiet Arctic wilderness. The hike includes a moderate uphill section (about 100 m). Along the way, your guide will share stories of Cold War tensions, spy escapes, and today’s complex relationship between Norway and Russia. You’ll spot the modern border station at Storskog, and gaze across the frozen Pasvik river at the majestic Russian Boris Gleb church — a sacred site that influenced where the border was drawn. The highlight: standing just meters from Russia at the twin border markers. This is as close as you can legally get — and a truly unique place where history, politics, and nature all meet. We’ll also pause for hot drinks and snacks in the snow, with plenty of time to enjoy the views and take photos. No snowshoe experience is needed — this tour is suitable for anyone with average fitness who enjoys being outdoors. Important: Travelers from the EU must bring an official ID card, and all international guests need to carry a valid passport.

Location

Activity location

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    E105 59
    • 59 E105
    • 9911, Kirkenes, Finnmark, Norway

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 5 Storgata
    • 9900, Kirkenes, Finnmark, Norway

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