05/12/2023
Rovaniemi is a city in Northern Finland that is famous for its stunning winter scenery and Christmas celebrations. Christmas in Rovaniemi is a special time when the city turns into a real fairy tale. One of the most popular places in Lapland is Santa Claus Village. Here you can visit Santa's residence, ride a reindeer-drawn sleigh, and send a letter from Santa's post office.
Possible accommodation options:
Hotels in Rovaniemi for the Christmas period: Scandic Polar, Scandic Pohjanhovi, Scandic Rovaniemi City
Santa Claus Holiday village: Classic cottage (Twin)
Glass Igloo: Aurora cabin Gueen (Apukka resort)
Visit Santa Claus village
Time: ~ 6 hours
Welcome to meet Santa Claus at the Rovaniemi Christmas House! Santa Claus Village, located above the Arctic Circle, is a unique place to meet Santa Claus. It's a family-friendly place with plenty to see and do for people of all ages.
Price:
From 230 EU/per adult
From 178 EU/per child
Includes: transfers to snowmobile park, visit Santa Claus Post, lunch in Santa Claus Village, visit to reindeer farm.
Husky safari
Time: from 1,5 hours
Dog sledding is an amazing winter activity that will give you a fantastic adventure. Meet cute huskies at the farm and take part in a safari through the beautiful Lapland wilderness.
Price:
From 145 EU/adult
From 100 EU/per child (till 13 y.o.)
Safari includes 5-6 km of husky riding with hot drinks and buiscuits.
Northern Lights Hunting
Time: 3-4 hours
The Bright Northern Lights playing in the sky are one of the most beautiful natural phenomena and their visibility depends on many factors such as space weather and cloud cover. You will conduct this excursion in comfortable minivans so that you have the opportunity to go as far as necessary to find the northern lights.
Price:
From 135 EU/per adult
From 115 EU/per child
Excursion includes: transfers to Northern light spots by van, hot drinks and snacks, Englisg guidance
Reindeer safari
Time: from 2 hours
You'll meet reindeer and farmers who will tell you all about the creatures' lifestyle and how their well-being is maintained. Afterwards, you'll be introduced to Santa's favorite means of transportation: a sleigh pulled by reindeer.
