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4 Night Northern Lights Adventure

Highlights

  • Enjoy authentic outdoor experiences with reindeer and Huskies
  • Stay in luxury accommodation with a panoramic views from the comfort of your very own bed
  • Lose yourself in a beautiful white forest setting with untouched nature encompassing you
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What you'll do

Overview

Enjoy this amazing break in Lapland. Immerse yourself in the winter wonderland of the arctic circle, search for the Northern Lights on a wilderness expedition, go snowshoeing, snowmobiling and take a relaxing Lappish sauna on this magical romantic adventure.

Your trip will start with a transfer from Rovaniemi airport to your accommodation.

Throughout the trip you will be staying in a glass Igloo, where the Northern lights can be seen directly from the comfort of your bed, should they choose to appear!

The cosy igloos are within easy walking distance of the restaurants for breakfast and dinner and for the activities there will be just a short walk to the pickup points.

You can stroll to Santa’s village and immerse yourself in the magical Christmas atmosphere before setting off to hunt for the Aurora Borealis on your Northern Lights wilderness tour.

The following day will start off with a snowshoeing trip, across the snowy landscape, you will encounter stunning views and beautiful wildlife so make sure you bring a camera! Following this, you will visit Santa’s reindeer and meet the most famous gentle Lappish animal whilst exploring the Taiga forest.

Your final day is full of amazing activities. You will swish around this winter wonderland on a husky sled safari, and have the opportunity to try out snowmobiling through the silent white cloaked countryside. Finally, to finish off the day you will have a romantic evening under the Northern Lights with a traditional Finnish sauna

Please note: Whilst all the activities mentioned will be included in your trip, the order of the activities may vary and your personal itinerary with be given to you on arrival.

Spend a romantic getaway in a spacious and unique superior room in the Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus. Most rooms have a double bed with a sofa which can be made into a double sofa bed (sleeps two).  Rooms include ensuite bathroom with shower and bathtub. There is also Air-conditioning, wi-fi, tv and minibar!

Welcome to Rovaniemi!

When you touch down at Rovaniemi airport, we’ll be waiting there to transfer you directly to the incredible Santa’s Hotel Santa Claus.

Take some time to settle in, unpack or explore before enjoying a delicious dinner at the in-house à la carte restaurant.

After dinner, you can choose to relax in front of a roaring log fire or go out in search of the romantic Northern Lights!

Accommodation

Hotel Santa Claus

Visit Santa Claus and Northern Lights Tour

From a short walking distance, enjoy a visit to Santa Claus Village and wander amongst the beautiful Christmas atmosphere.

Get ready to tick the Northern Lights Wilderness Tour off your bucket list as you prepare to spend a magical evening exploring and seeking the magical Aurora Borealis.

You’ll be collected from your hotel, and put on the warm outerwear and boots before joining a small group and a professional guide to search through the wilderness on your evening hunt for the Aurora Borealis, and have the opportunity to drive through the Lapland wilderness and explore the arctic nature. During stops you may take a short walk through the very old, white and snowy forest or to the top of fells, you may cross a wooden bridge over powerful rapids, or enjoy the silence on a lake beach and tranquility of a landscape of ice and snow… Hopefully, with Auroras dancing over your heads!

This experience is almost always done in the complete dark and you see the scenery in a completely new and beautiful way. You will get the opportunity to build a fire, outdoors, next to a log hut or in a teepee. Your guide will teach you how to light a fire in the traditional way, using silver birch bark and flint. While waiting for the first greenish arches to appear above your head, as the kettle starts to boil, your guide will share with you their knowledge and passion about the forest and its wildlife, and the northern lights. You will have a hot beverage to warm you up, grill your own sausages over the open fire and enjoy it with the famous Finnish mustard.

We can’t guarantee that you will see them due to weather conditions, but  your local guide is expert at searching for the best possible place to see them, and will help you to take the best photos, and will also taking photos themselves with a professional camera, and share them with you.

At between 11 and midnight you’ll return to your wonderful cosy suite or stop for a night cap in the bar.

Accommodation

Hotel Santa Claus

Meals

Breakfast

Snowshoe Adventure and Reindeer Sleigh Ride

One of the highlights of the trip will be spent with your own dog team during your 2.5 hour husky safari

Today you will enjoy a snowshoe hike through the beautiful Lappish wilderness. You will be able to see some stunning views of the rolling hills covered in a blanket of perfect snow. You will definitely want to bring a camera for this one!

Put on your snowshoes and get ready for a relaxing walk into the wilderness! You will join a small group and head deep into the Arctic nature with your guide, to discover more of the secrets of Lapland. You will snowshoe through old forests, along frozen rivers or lakes, or up to a hilltop, looking for wildlife and their foot prints left in the snow, you may be lucky enough to see tracks made by wolves, lynx, wolverines, moose, reindeer, weasels, Arctic hare…

Your guide will  adapt the route to ensure it is suitable for everyone, from the very beginners to the good hikers. As you will explore the white scenery and feel the peaceful harmony of Lapland your guide will keep an eye on wildlife and flora, and will tell you more about nature and your surroundings.

Following this, you will get the chance to visit the most famous Lappish animal during the reindeer farm visit. Your guide will drive you in a very small group to one of the most traditional reindeer farms in Lapland, just outside of Rovaniemi on the  shores of a peaceful lake. You will meet the reindeer and explore the Taiga forest on a Reindeer sled ride, before warming up inside the herders hut for a warm berry juice and snack, where the herders will tell you more about their life with the reindeer.

Return to your hotel to relax after amazing day in the arctic nature.

Accommodation

Hotel Santa Claus

Meals

Breakfast

Husky Safari, Snowmobile and Finnish Sauna

After a buffet breakfast at your accommodation, you’ll be collected for your Husky safari.

Enjoy your time in this winter wonderland with a safari led by your own dog team. When you arrive at the farm you will be amazed how excited the dogs are to start their run through the beautiful landscape, and as you set off through the forest it is an unforgettable experience. You’ll be able to drive your own team of dogs as you ride the sleigh as the ”musher” and have time to spend with the dogs after your exhilarating ride. They love the attention and are more than happy to have a tummy rub and photos!

Your next adventure  will be exploring the area on an adventurous ride over the snow and ice on a snowmobile. You can go at your own pace and enjoy the views through the forest, or out on a frozen lake. You’ll have a stop to warm up with berry juice and traditional biscuits  before you set off again gliding over the crisp white snow. This is the very best way to get deep into the Lapland wilderness, and truly off the beaten track as you head away from the village and out into the vast fells, quiet woodlands and frozen lakes.

Finally this evening you will finish off the day with a romantic evening under the Northern Lights and an outdoor sauna experience, watching the aurora borealis overhead, in the freezing outside air and warming up in the traditional Finnish way.

Return to the hotel to relax and process the amazing day of experiences.

Accommodation

Hotel Santa Claus

Meals

Breakfast

Departure Day

Today it’s time for your adventure to come to an end. You will be collected and take to the airport for your flight home.

You’ve had an incredible time with wonderful once in a life time experiences in Lapland, and created memories that last a lifetime!

Meals

Breakfast

What's included

Included

  • Private Transfer from/to Rovaniemi airport and Hotel.
  • 4 nights Luxury accommodation
  • 3 days buffet breakfast
  • 2.5 hrs Husky safari (including approx. 45 mins ride, 2 person shared 1 sledge)
  • 3 hrs reindeer safari (including 2.5km sledge ride)
  • If your booking is between 22nd December - 8th January, your evening meal is included in your stay
  • Warm outer layers are provided to borrow during the activities
Your local host

Andy and Team

Andy and his team are keen outdoor enthusiasts and are excited to show you the amazing wildlife, ice and snow activities here in Rovaniemi. The team have all lived in Rovaniemi for several years - or have been born here - and know the area inside out.

Andy and his team are keen outdoor enthusiasts and are excited to show you the amazing wildlife, ice and snow activities here in Rovaniemi. The team have all lived in Rovaniemi for several years - or have been born here - and know the area inside out.

Location

Explore the beautiful town Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland! With stunning views of the beautiful, white and rolling countryside of Finland, this hotel is the perfect location for a winter break.

Santa’s village is close by and hosts several restaurants and cafes which you can visit, as well as bars, so there is always something for you to enjoy alongside the amenities at the accommodation.

FAQs

What is included in the hotel rooms?

Rooms with a balcony are an available option( 16 out of 81 rooms)
28-31 m2
Bathroom with shower and bathtub
Air-conditioning, wi-fi, tv, minibar, hairdryer, iron, kettle, coffee/tea set

Is warm clothing provided?

During the activities, guests will have access to thermal overalls and boots for that activity which are then returned after activity is over. They are extra clothing to add on your actual clothes and we recommend you to wear good inner layers, a warm hat, two pairs of thick socks and winter gloves. When you are not on activities you will also need warn outer layers as the temperature can be very cold.

What are the child ages?

Child ages are 4-12.

Please notify us if you are bringing an infant under 4 years old.

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