Lapland: A Family Winter Adventure
- Trip code: 4C3X002
- Dauer: 6
- Stil: Family
If your family could bottle up the magic of Christmas and turn it into a winter getaway — this would be it. Bundle up and head to Finland for a snow-dusted adventure that’s straight out of a holiday storybook. Kick things off in Helsinki, where you’ll sample local treats, explore hands-on exhibits, and wander bustling markets. Then, board an overnight train bound for the Arctic Circle and the official hometown of Santa Claus. In Rovaniemi, you’ll visit his village, meet real-life reindeer and huskies, and maybe even catch the Northern Lights if you’re lucky. It’s a heartwarming winter escape packed with festive fun, cozy moments, and plenty of reasons to believe in magic.
Übersicht
Checklist
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12
Introduction
If your family could bottle up the magic of Christmas and turn it into a winter getaway — this would be it. Bundle up and head to Finland for a snow-dusted adventure that’s straight out of a holiday storybook. Kick things off in Helsinki, where you’ll sample local treats, explore hands-on exhibits, and wander bustling markets. Then, board an overnight train bound for the Arctic Circle and the official hometown of Santa Claus. In Rovaniemi, you’ll visit his village, meet real-life reindeer and huskies, and maybe even catch the Northern Lights if you’re lucky. It’s a heartwarming winter escape packed with festive fun, cozy moments, and plenty of reasons to believe in magic
Meals Included
5 Frühstück, 2 Mittagessen, 1 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD315-410 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Ranua
- Husky Sledge Ride (120EUR pro Person)
- Downhill Sledding and Ice Skating (98EUR pro Person)
- Guided Northern Lights Hunt (129EUR pro Person)
Riisitunturi
- Riisitunturi National Park Guided Day Excursion (198EUR pro Person)
Start / Finish
Helsinki nach Rovaniemi
Transport
Overnight train, private transport, walking
What's Included
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. CEO-led orientation walk in Helsinki. Huereka Science Centre visit. Santa Claus Village visit. Aurora Borealis Picnic. Husky experience and sleigh ride. Northern Reindeer experience and safari. Dark sky hunt for the Northern Lights. Free time in Ranua. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
Hotels (4 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
Highlights
Discover hands-on exhibits at the Finnish Science Centre and explore the iconic Helsinki Central Library, Wander the stalls of the lively Hakaniemi Market Hall, Ride an overnight train headed straight for the Arctic Circle, Explore Santa Claus Village where the holiday spirit never ends, Meet reindeer and huskies in their snowy northern home, Have a picnic around a campfire under the Northern Lights
Minimum Age
Minimum age of 7 years for this trip
Itinerary
Day 1 Helsinki
Tervetuloa! Welcome to Finland. Your family adventure kicks off in Helsinki with an evening welcome meeting at the hotel before a short orientation walk on the way to an optional dinner out. If you arrive early, you can purchase a Helsinki travel card which allows unlimited use of the excellent public transport and free access to area museums
Day 2 Helsinki / Overnight Train to Rovaniemi
All aboard! Hop on a local train this morning for a short ride to the Heureka Science Centre, where the kids will love feeling like a mad scientist with all the interactive exhibits and engaging displays. Return to Helsinki in time for lunch before setting off on a walking exploration of the city centre followed by some free time to relax. In the evening, board the famous 'Santa Claus Express', a comfortable overnight train to the home of Santa himself, Rovaniemi
Day 3 Rovaniemi/Ranua
Disembark at Rovaniemi station then drive a short distance across the Arctic Circle to Santa Claus Village. Keep an eye out for the big man himself and pen your holiday wishes on a post card; you could mail them home from Santa's own post office. Enjoy some free time in the village, then continue driving to Ranua, your home base for the coming days. Settle in and enjoy some free time before heading out in the evening for an Aurora Borealis picnic, a once-in-a-lifetime experience to eat around a fire under the dancing lights in the sky
Day 4 Ranua
Stroll to Lupland Activity Park this morning to meet the huskies, then join them on an exhilarating sleigh ride! The experienced husky musher will make sure your ride is safe and memorable, and you'll be immersed in the snowy, unspoiled nature of Lapland. Next, meet the gentle reindeer and learn from the Indigenous herders about the Lappish culture over generations. Enjoy a reindeer safari through the wilderness before lunch then explore with a free afternoon. Later, join your CEO into the dark-sky area to try and see the Northern Lights
Day 5 Ranua
Today is yours to do as much or as little as you please on the final full day in Lapland. Optional outdoor activities abound like snowshoeing, visiting the icefalls in Korouoma, take another reindeer safari or book a sauna experience in the woods
Day 6 Ranua/Rovaniemi
Depart Ranua in the morning after breakfast and transfer back to Rovaniemi, where the tour ends on arrival to either the train station or the airport
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Helsinki
Day 2 Helsinki / Overnight Train to Rovaniemi
Day 3 Rovaniemi/Ranua
In the event of uncooperative weather, the Aurora Borealis picnic will be moved to the next days
Day 4 Ranua
Day 5 Ranua
Day 6 Ranua/Rovaniemi
