SEMI-INDEPENDENT TOUR: Head to Finnish Lapland for 5 days with a difference. Cross the Arctic Circle, meet Santa Claus in Rovaniemi and become a reindeer driver all in five magical days.
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Rovaniemi
Welcome to Lapland! Upon arrival at Rovaniemi airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight: Rovaniemi
Santa Claus & Rovaniemi city tour
This morning after breakfast we depart for a visit to see Rovaniemi's most famous resident - Santa Claus. Crossing the Arctic Circle we'll arrive at the village to meet the man himself.
This afternoon we continue back to Rovaniemi for a city tour and included visit to the Arktikum museum. Arktikum provides information on Arctic issues and tells stories about Lapland.
Overnight: Rovaniemi | Breakfast
Optional Reindeer Farm Visit
Today there is the option to visit a Reindeer Farm. You'll learn all about the daily life of the reindeer before taking your reindeer driving licence and heading out on the sleighs, stopping en route by a toasty bonfire near a hut for a cup of hot juice. At this traditional Lappish hut you will be baptised according to the traditional rules of the north.
In the afternoon you have the option to embark on a snowmobile safari around Rovaniemi where you can drive along the forest trails surrounding Santa Claus village soaking in the Lappish nature and stunning scenery around you.
Overnight: Rovaniemi | Breakfast
Optional Husky Farm visit
This morning there is the option to visit a husky farm to learn about the daily life and hard work of these magnificent animals. After meeting the dog-breeders and becoming acquainted with the dogs, you’ll get the chance to take a “dog –breeder” course before embarking on a safari on dog sledge around the grounds stopping for a rest and hot berry juice along the way.
Tonight you have the option to go searching for the Northern Lights in a snowmobile safari. Leave the city lights behind and find the perfect spot to set up a camp fire grill some traditional makkara sausages and wait for the lights to appear.
Overnight: Rovaniemi | Breakfast
Goodbye Lapland
Tuesday. Today marks the end of your Lapland adventure with included transfer to the airport or railway station for your onward journey.
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Prices & Dates
'Twin Share' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single Room' prices are applicable those who don’t have anyone to share a room with or anyone wanting the privacy of a single room. Twin share rooms can accommodate an extra bed for either an adult or child. Please contact us for pricing.
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Santa's Hotel Santa Claus, Rovaniemi
Set in the heart of Rovaniemi - the official hometown of Santa Claus, this 4 star hotel is conveniently located for Arctic adventures, entertainment and visits to Santa Claus Village, which is just a 10 minute drive away. Guest rooms are spacious and equipped with modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. All rooms offer en suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, TV, a minibar, ironing facilities, a kettle and hair dryer. Most rooms are equipped with a twin beds and a sofa which can be made into an extra bed. Guests can enjoy tasty Finnish cuisine and Lapland specialities at Restaurant Gaissa and Bar & Grill ZoomUp, while light snacks and drinks are available at Café & Bar Zoomit which is open until late. The hotel also has a small casino and a sauna to relax in after an exciting day of winter pursuits.
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