Description - What to expect

Santa Claus Village & Lapland Experience Itinerary

◾ Day 1: Welcome to Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus!
Rovaniemi is an urban oasis amidst the Arctic wilderness, where culture, wild activities, and fairytales come together! Almost totally destroyed during World War II, today it’s a modern city known for being the "official" hometown of Santa Claus, and for viewing the Northern Lights.

Your guide will pick you up at the airport (or train station), after a short stop at your accommodation, you will be taken to our office located in the city center of Rovaniemi, a full set of winter clothes will be provided for the duration of your stay.

At night, enjoy an exciting Northern Lights hunting tour with one of the professional photographer guides. Campfire barbecue snacks will be provided during the tour so you can taste the authentic Lappish food. According to the day's prevailing weather conditions, you will drive about 20 to 35 km out of the city for more chances and open viewing areas. A short walk through the Arctic forest brings you to a lake where there is less light pollution and a great spot out on the ice for a magnificent view of the Northern lights dancing up above you!

◾ Day 2: Meet the Reindeer & Christmas Eve Celebration under Northern Lights
Meet a Reindeer farm and meet real reindeer herders, who will tell you about their traditional way of living close to nature! Enjoy a Reindeer sled ride and get a taste of the old traditional way of traveling in Lapland. The quiet and comfortable reindeer sled ride helps you to clear out your mind and release stress. At the end of the experience, you will receive a Reindeer sled driver's license certificate!

For lunch, taste the traditional Lappish reindeer dishes. In the afternoon you will visit the traditional Rovaniemi Christmas market where you can find traditional Finnish crafts, Finnish design, traditional cuisine, and plenty of activities for kids.

For Christmas evening, you will have a traditional Christmas Dinner, a Northern Lights hunt, and a Christmas party. Santa Claus will pass by for a visit, and deliver Christmas gifts.

◾ Day 3: Christmas Day (25.12) - Christmas Day with Santa Claus & Dinner in Ice Restaurant
Head for the Santa Claus Village, just next to the Arctic Circle. Spend an unforgettable day at Santa Park! Have a private meeting with Santa Claus, and visit the popular and sweet Santa's Post office! You will join the Elves in their magic world, and you are able to send greetings to all of your friends from Santa's Post Office.

The Arctic Circle cuts right through Santa Claus Village! A white line denoting the Arctic Circle (at its position in 1865) is painted across the park. You will officially enter the Arctic when you cross the line. The line is a very popular photo spot for all visitors! You will acquire the Arctic Circle Certificate.

Lunch will be provided at Santa's place and you will have the opportunity to taste the traditional Christmas Finnish buffet!

By night, you will have one of the most spectacular tours in the area: The Northern Lights Photography Tour. You will follow your professional photographer and receive by e-mail all the stunning pictures of you and the northern lights!

◾ Day 4: Boxing Day (26.12) - One day full of authentic Finnish vibes and style!
On this day you will have some of the most exciting activities of the Arctic Circle! Your first stop will be at the Husky farm! The enthusiasm of husky dogs, the atmosphere of the old days, and the authenticity of Lapland will leave you speechless. Meet Siberian Huskies, enjoy the atmosphere, and get thrilled by the speed of the sled in the forest!

After saying goodbye to our Husky team, the guide will bring you to the forest for the most exciting moment of the day - Snowmobiling! Drive across the sparkling white landscapes and feel the fresh breezes coming at you along the rides.

We will then go to one of the most relaxing places on the frozen lake and enjoy the traditional Finnish way of ice fishing. There is the possibility to catch arctic char, rainbow trout, whitefish, and Arctic fish in this area. If you don't catch any fish, don't worry! Gather with others around the fire, we will prepare grilled salmon for you to enjoy.

◾ Day 5: Departure Day. Snowshoeing in the Arctic Forest
This is your last day in Lapland and time for a peaceful walk wearing snowshoes in the Arctic Forest before you say goodbye. Cross the Arctic Circle and experience the wilds of Lapland just outside Rovaniemi. Then spend some free time before you are picked up to be taken either to the airport or train station!