Why we love this trip
A chance to see the Northern Lights.
Experience a real white Christmas
Meet Santa in his hometown of Rovaniemi
Kids can send a postcard home from Santa’s very own Post Office
What to expect?
This unforgettable journey for young and old takes you beyond the Arctic Circle to Finnish Lapland.
The northern lights will be dancing over Santa’s hometown as you create a lifetime of Christmas memories
Contact me today to book you spot
23 Dec to 27 Dec 2022
From AUD$3,329 per person twin share.
AUD$350 pp non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot.
Offer subject to availability.
INCLUDES
4 nights accommodation in a Standard room
Buffet breakfast daily
Meals as specified
Visit to Snowfun site
Trip to Santa's Hideaway
Reindeer sleigh ride
Visit to Santa Claus' Village
Visit to Arktikum Science Centre and Museum
Outer winter clothing for duration of program
Return transfers from Rovaniemi airport or railway station to hotel
HIGHLIGHTS
Spend Christmas in Finnish Lapland
Meet Santa in his hometown of Rovaniemi, cross the Arctic Circle
Send a postcard from Santa’s Post Office
Gain your Reindeer Driver’s License
Try a range of winter snow activities
Join a traditional Finnish Christmas Day church service
Feast on a delicious traditional Christmas dinner
EXCLUDES
International and domestic flights
Meals other than those specified
Departure taxes
Gratuities / tips
Visa fees
Comprehensive travel insurance
All items of a personal nature
Any items not mentioned in the above itinerary
To get a quote for you family to visit Finnish Lapland for Christmas email me.
DAY 1: FRIDAY 23 DECEMBER
WELCOME TO ROVANIEMI
On arrival at Rovaniemi airport or railway station, receive a warm welcome from your Christmas host. On the way to the hotel, a short stop to pick up the winter clothing you’ll need to stay snug and warm during your holiday. Check-in to your hotel and receive your Christmas program. Children will receive a Kid’s Own Passport to collect stamps from different events throughout their stay. Remainder of the day is at leisure.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2: SATURDAY 24 DECEMBER
SNOWFUN
Today, experience a real white Christmas full of fun at the fabulous Snowfun park. Choose from a myriad of thrilling activities including a snowmobile safari, a forest tour by four-wheeled scooter, tobogganing, kick sledding or skiing. Ice fishing, ice golf and snow hockey are also on the agenda for the adventurous or you may prefer to relax by the campfire with a hot drink, or even fry sausages and enjoy a lovely bowl of hot soup in a Sámi-style tent. This evening, enjoy a traditional Finnish Christmas buffet dinner. Santa is sure to take some time out from his busy schedule to meet all the children either before or after your meal!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 3: SUNDAY 25 DECEMBER
DISCOVER SANTA’S HIDEAWAY
Enjoy a well-earned sleep-in after last night’s feast or join a traditional Lutheran Christmas Day church service delivered in Finnish. Later, travel deep into the majestic forest for a fun-filled day with a distinct focus on the festive season. Glimpse shy forest animals and look out for traces of Santa himself – fresh sled tracks and perhaps a present that may have fallen from his sleigh - as the coach heads along the winding trail. Help Santa’s elves feed forest birds and decorate Christmas trees before lunch and a hot beverage at a quaint hut. After lunch, Santa’s reindeers arrive to take you on a test drive. If you manage this Lappish mode of transportation, you will be issued with your very own International Reindeer Driver’s Licence! And since you are at the Arctic Circle, you cannot leave without participating in a special Lapp ceremony of crossing the Arctic Circle. Follow the winding trail back to your hotel where an international Christmas Day buffet-style dinner is served.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 4: MONDAY 26 DECEMBER
ARKTIKUM & SANTA CLAUS VILLAGE
Learn more about the fascinating history, culture and traditions of the Arctic region at the Arktikum, an internationally renowned museum and science centre. Journey on to Santa Claus’ Village, right on the Arctic Circle, where you can shop for traditional handicrafts and send a postcard home from Santa’s very own Post Office! Enjoy lunch in a cosy restaurant, before returning to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 5: TUESDAY 27 DECEMBER
FAREWELL ROVANIEMI
Your extraordinary Christmas experience sadly comes to an end after breakfast, when you will be transferred to Rovaniemi airport or railway station for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
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Flights, pre and post tours can be arranged on request.
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