Specially designed for families that wish to experience something truly different, our Christmas Experience in Rovaniemi will introduce you to some unique Arctic activities, and take you on a journey in search of Santa Claus.
Over four nights and five days, the itinerary of your journey is carefully matched to your family’s specific needs, and includes a variety of specifically designed activities that celebrate Christmas in authentic Arctic style. From husky sledding, reindeer sleigh rides, snowmobile safaris, Ice-fishing and even mini snowmobile adventures for the children, our Christmas Adventure promises you a unique and magical experience that you will remember for years to come. And the highlight of the trip will be the smiles of joy on everyone’s face when you visit Father Christmas himself, in his secret forest hideaway.
Join us to celebrate the warmth, love, and magic of Lapland.
*Semi-private tour – Own private guide and own private car but may be other people at third-party sites, like reindeer farms or husky farms.
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Rovaniemi Airport | |||||||||
DEPARTURE TIME | Check out from hotel at least 3 hours before the flight. | |||||||||
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Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Snowmobiling and Ice-Fishing
Day 3: Searching for Father Christmas
Your driver will drive through the remote wilderness until you arrive at the foot of a fell that offers spectacular views over snowy forests and hills. As you step out of the car you notice a red hat that is peeking behind a tree. As you walk closer, you notice that it’s a real elf! As you solve riddles to find the right path to the hidden hut, you will meet some of the Father Christmas’ most trusted elves and learn new skills from them.
After the magical meeting with the old man himself, a reindeer herder elf will be requesting you to help him to feed Father Christmas’ trustworthy travel companions, the reindeer, close by. Maybe you will also hear some exciting stories from their travels.
Day 4: Born to Run
At the husky farm, you’ll meet the dogs, their excited barks filling the air. You are provided with all the necessary equipment, and taught how to drive a team of dogs. As you slide through the snow and into the wilderness, the barking of the dogs subsides, and all you can hear is the pounding of paws and the sound of the sledge on the snow. Standing on the runners, by placing your weight, the dogs turn, and you are entirely in the moment. The white and magical landscape slips by as the dogs pick up speed.
Afterwards you will have time to pet the dogs, and enjoy hot drinks by a camp fire in a cosy, Lappish ‘kota’ building. As you drive back towards your villa, the sun sets, the sky turns .
Day 5: Departure
After your breakfast, it’s time to check out and your host is waiting to take you to the airport.
If your departure time allows, we’ll create yet another adventure for the day, as we will be at your disposal until your plane leaves and it’s time to say goodbye to your host.
Our Christmas suites are located in an atmospheric forest environment in Santa Claus Village where you can enjoy the peace and quiet. However, the main house is just a stone’s throw away (5 min walk).
The spacious and tastefully decorated suites are flooded with light, modern style and traditional Lapland elements.
The suites are about 39-43 sqm and decorated with different themes.
Six of the suites are special suites with very high quality beds: Jensen, Tempura and Vispring.
The suites are fully-equipped:
- High quality bed and sofa bed (plus armchair extra bed in Family suites)
- Kitchenette, private sauna, bathroom and ownterrace
- Separate bedroom and living room
- Bathrobes and slippers, towels and linen
- GHD hair straightener and hair dryer
- Two flat-screen TVs and about 30 foreign satellite TV channels
- Parking space with heating plug
- Double bed and sofa bed
- Separate bedroom and living room
- Mini kitchen with refrigerator, stove, coffee maker, electric kettle, microwave and kitchen utensils for 4 people
- Parking space