From Rovaniemi: EXCURSION TO THE AMETHYST MINE IN LUOSTO
ID: GYG834352-1324111
Category:
Country: Finland
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Visit the Lampivaara Amethyst Mine, to learn about geology and amethysts, and find your own stone.
The Lampivaara Amethyst Mine is a fascinating travel destination all year round. The amethysts of Lampivaara hill were born 2 000 million years ago, deep in the bowels of the ancient mountains.
The amethyst mine is open every day between June and September, in October and in Winter it is open from Tuesday to Saturday. During the guided tour you will learn about the geology that created the amethyst, their properties, the history of the mine and some of the uses of amethyst. After the tour, each visitor will be able to try their hand at digging for their own personal lucky amethyst!
At the end of the visit there will be some time to drop by the small Amethyst Shop on site, where amethyst from the area in the form of jewellery and other decorative items is for sale.
Highlights
- Transfer from Rovaniemi to Amethyst mine by minibus
- Wonderful Lappish views on the way and on the place
- To have your own happy Amethyst
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Return transfer
- Guide
- Excursion to mine
- Traveling by Pendolino (in winter)
- Berry juice upon arrival
- Presentation of amethyst
- Digging your own amethyst stone
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
