We Love —
- Spend magical moments in snowy Lapland for an unforgettable Christmas in the heart of an extraordinary Arctic landscape.
- Stay at the Santa Claus Holiday Village 4* in a comfortable cottage.
- Have a personal visit from Santa, embark on a family husky safari experience, indulge in a welcome dinner and stay warm with thermal suits for 3-14 year olds included!
Your Destination —
Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland in northern Finland, and is known as the "official hometown of Santa Claus". Home to Santa Claus Village, a year-round Christmas themed attraction, this is heaven on earth for festive fanatics. Besides the Christmas festivities, Rovaniemi is also a great springboard from which to explore the Ranua Wildlife Park and the Arkitikum Science Museum.
You will also be able to observe the incredible spectacle of the Northern Lights that illuminate the sky of Finnish Lapland. Breathe in the purest air in Europe and dive into a country where 70% of the territory is covered with forest areas.
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Day 1: Arrival in Rovaniemi
Day 2: Santa Visit
Day 3: Dog Sled Safari
Day 4: Rovaniemi
Day 5: Rovaniemi - Return to UK
Your Itinerary —
Arrival in Rovaniemi. Welcome and transfer by bus to your cottage. Welcome buffet dinner. A magical night in Santa's country.
Overnight at Santa Claus Holiday Village 4 *
Santa will visit your own cottage! A memorable experience for children and adults. Santa will stay with your family for about 10-15 minutes and you can give him personal gifts during his visit.
Overnight at Santa Claus Holiday Village 4*
An ideal way to enjoy the landscapes of Lapland is to go for a dog sled safari. Meet the dogs and your guide, learn how to drive your sled, then go for a thrilling race through the magical forest. The duration of the hike is about 45 minutes (6 to 10 km depending on the snow conditions). Two adults and two children share a husky sled. Then you'll have time to mingle with the dogs! You will also have the chance to sit with the husky guides and have an informative discussion while enjoying hot juice and cookies. The duration of the program is about 2h-2h30 hours, transfers included.
Overnight at Santa Claus Holiday Village 4 *
Take advantage of this last day to visit Rovaniemi or enjoy an optional safari with the world's first electronic snowmobile!
Day 5: Rovaniemi - Return to UK
Breakfast at the hotel. Bus transfer depending on departure times to Rovaniemi Airport.
Santa Claus Holiday Village 4* —
Located in the heart of the town of Santa Claus, this cosy hotel has a bicycle rental service, a children's playground, a restaurant and a bar. The perfect places to relax at the end of the day.
Some services may incur additional charges, payable locally.
Your Room —
This offer is based on a Standard Cottage (16 m²)
Just for you:
- End of stay cleaning
Standard Cottage
Sleeps up to
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed.
Your Board Basis —
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay. You can upgrade to Half Board (breakfast and evening meal served in the main restaurant - excludes drinks) at the next stage of the booking process.
Just for you:
- Welcome buffet dinner on arrival (excluding drinks)
Please note: some dining outlets/menu items and premium, branded and international drinks may not be included and may incur a surcharge payable locally. Meals, snacks and drinks may be available at selected times only.
Your Time —
Just for you:
- Children's thermal clothing loan (you can add adults warm clothing (thermal overall and thermal shoes) at the next stage of the booking process)
- 1 toy offered per child under 14 years
- Access to Gingerbread Kids Club (only available for travel period 30/11-20/12)
Your Optional Excursions —
Our members can choose to add the following excursions at the next stage of the booking process for an additional fee.
E-Snowmobile Safari
Equipment included: thermal suit, helmet, boots, socks, mitts, hood and scarf.
15-30 km, 2 to 3 hours (from 14:00).
Your Journey to Santa Claus Holiday Village 4* —
Flights: You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process.
The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Shared return bus transfers are included.