Active Elements, Epic Scenery, Family Friendly, Wildlife Encounters Unleash your inner child in Finland's winter wonderland. Visit Santa Claus, ride reindeer, and chase the Northern Lights while enjoying thrilling snow-filled activities.Trip Overview:Discover Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Finnish Lapland, on this magical 4-day Finland vacation, perfect for families.
Venture to Finland’s northernmost province on the Arctic Circle and embark on a snowmobile safari to a reindeer farm. Learn about Lappish culture and reindeer husbandry as you take a reindeer ride across the Arctic Circle, where you’ll enjoy a special Lapp ceremony and receive a diploma commemorating your achievement. Continue to the enchanting Santa Claus Village and embrace the spirit of Christmas as you meet Santa Claus, send postcards from his official post office, shop for toys and souvenirs, and share a delicious lunch in a cozy restaurant.
Embark on a thrilling husky safari with packs of enthusiastic huskies ready to lead you into the winter wilderness. Learn how to control the sleds and depart from the Husky ranch on this unforgettable journey to a delicious warm glass of berry juice and a roaring fire, where you’ll share stories with the head musher who will share everything you’ve ever wanted to know about husky sledding.
Extend this magical adventure into the sleeping winter night and embark on a Northern Lights adventure. Bask in the peace of the quiet night as you wander down a river with an expert guide, searching above for the Northern Lights dancing across the sky. Settle down next to a warm fire and cook some sizzling fried sausages over the fire for a truly cozy and authentic experience.
Highlights:
- Arrive in Rovaniemi, the enchanting gateway to the Arctic and official hometown of Santa Claus.
- Ride snowmobiles across frosty landscapes to meet reindeer herders and cross the Arctic Circle.
- Visit Santa Claus Village, send postcards from his post office, and enjoy a festive Lappish lunch.
- Mush your own husky sled through snowy trails, then warm up by the fire with hot berry juice.
- Chase the northern lights beneath starry skies, ending your Lapland adventure in pure winter magic.
Included Services:- Private Arrival & Departure Transfer Rovaniemi Airport to Rovaniemi Hotel
- 3 nights' hotel in Rovaniemi
- 3 breakfasts, 1 Lunch
- Shared Santa Claus Safari Tour
- Shared Husky Safari Tour
Excluded Services:- Travel insurance
- International, domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Passport & Visa fees, if applicable
Day 1: Arrive in RovaniemiArrival to Rovaniemi airport. Private Mini Van Transfer pick up at the Rovaniemi airport/ Drop off at the hotel in Rovaniemi. Check-in at your hotel (guaranteed from 3pm).
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Hotel: Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rovaniemi (4 Star Rating)
This hotel enjoys a prime setting in Rovaniemi. The hotel lies just a short distance away from the river, sitting in close proximity to the city centre. Guests will find themselves within easy access of a diverse selection of shopping and entertainment venues, as well as impressive attractions. Links to the public transport network are situated nearby. This charming hotel enjoys an attractive architectural design. The guest rooms are exquisitely appointed, offering a peaceful setting in which to escape the rest of the world. This charming hotel features a wide range of exemplary facilities and services, meeting the needs of every type of traveller.
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Day 2: Explore RovaniemiBreakfast at hotel.
10:00am / 10:30am - Santa Claus Safari (6 Hours)
Take the most popular safari, which combines nature, culture and the spirit of Christmas. The day starts with a snowmobile safari to a reindeer farm where you will hear more about reindeer husbandry and Lappish culture. You can take a reindeer ride and attend a special Lapp ceremony of crossing the Arctic Circle. In the afternoon, the trip continues by car to Santa Claus Village with time to do shopping in Santa Claus Village. You will also have an opportunity to send postcards from Santa Claus' main post office. During the day, you get to meet Santa Claus himself and enjoy a delicious lunch in a cosy restaurant. And you will get a Diploma for crossing the Arctic Circle!
Due to the track/weather conditions and safety reasons, transfers to and from farms may be done by car. Snowmobiles will be ridden as part of the programme.
Hotel: Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rovaniemi (4 Star Rating)
This hotel enjoys a prime setting in Rovaniemi. The hotel lies just a short distance away from the river, sitting in close proximity to the city centre. Guests will find themselves within easy access of a diverse selection of shopping and entertainment venues, as well as impressive attractions. Links to the public transport network are situated nearby. This charming hotel enjoys an attractive architectural design. The guest rooms are exquisitely appointed, offering a peaceful setting in which to escape the rest of the world. This charming hotel features a wide range of exemplary facilities and services, meeting the needs of every type of traveller.
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Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 3: Rovaniemi Husky SafariBreakfast at hotel.
9:15am - Husky Safari (2.5 Hours)
After a short drive from town, you’ll arrive at a husky kennel, where friendly huskies will enthusiastically welcome you. Before departing on the safari, you will be instructed how to control the sleds. This safari allows you to experience something unique: the ties between the musher and the dogs formed on a joint expedition into the wilderness. You soon learn that behind its icy-blue gaze, a husky is a friendly canine character who works closely with people. Once you return to the kennel, you can enjoy hot berry juice by an open fire and chat away with the musher about these amazing northern animals.
Afternoon at leisure
OPTIONAL TOUR
09:00pm - Mystery of Aurora Borealis
Embark on a northern lights trip and get out of the city lights. Heading outside Rovaniemi city and following the riverside road north, the ride will get you to the best spot to see Northern Lights but be patient as the Aurora loves playing hide-and-seek; you never know when they will show up! While observing nature’s own theatrical performance you fry sausages and traditional Finnish ‘tikkupulla’ surrounded by the great aroma of the fire. This relaxing escape will definitely satisfy all of your senses.
Hotel: Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rovaniemi (4 Star Rating)
This hotel enjoys a prime setting in Rovaniemi. The hotel lies just a short distance away from the river, sitting in close proximity to the city centre. Guests will find themselves within easy access of a diverse selection of shopping and entertainment venues, as well as impressive attractions. Links to the public transport network are situated nearby. This charming hotel enjoys an attractive architectural design. The guest rooms are exquisitely appointed, offering a peaceful setting in which to escape the rest of the world. This charming hotel features a wide range of exemplary facilities and services, meeting the needs of every type of traveller.
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Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4: Depart from RovaniemiBreakfast at hotel.
Check out from hotel and Private Transfer by Mini Van to the Rovaniemi Airport for flight home.
Meal(s): Breakfast