Whether you love peace and quiet, or whether you have in mind an active or cultural holiday, you can free rein to your wishes in Lapland, a region located on the Arctic Circle and home to Santa Claus. You can stay at the lively Rovaniemi, serene Saariselka, Levi with its international ski center or the original Lappish village of Yllas or at Olos.
Summer Adventures from Rovaniemi
Start your trip with a refreshing cruise onboard a traditional riverboat, along the Rivers Kemijoki and Ounasjoki. Later, visit a local Reindeer cottage. Learn about Lappish culture and reindeer rearing. Also participate in the ceremony of crossing the Arctic Circle. Enjoy local lunch at the Reindeer cottage. Later, visit the home of a Lappish family. In the afternoon drive down to the Santa Claus Village where you get to meet Mr. Santa Claus himself. Return to your hotel.
Embark on a traditional boat cruise along the lumberjack’s floating route. Experience the summer at the Arctic Circle and learn about reindeer herding on your visit to the Reindeer cottage. Enjoy a cup of coffee and participate in crossing of the Arctic Circle.
After a short drive, arrive at a local homestead where you are first greeted by huskies. Also known as sled-dogs, huskies are very friendly and sociable. Go on your hour long hike in woods with your guide and the dogs. Return to the homestead for a snack and coffee. Get to know more about the local life and huskies. Drive down to the city.
Experience a nightless night on this trip. Begin your trip with a cruise down the River Kemijoki in the traditional long and open riverboat. Enjoy local dinner, prepared by your guide, amidst nature. Drive to the top of Ounasvaara hill to see the magic that is the sun shining bright at midnight! Toast this unique phenomenon of nature with a glass of sparkling wine. Return to your hotel.
Winter Adventures from Rovaniemi
The day starts with a snowmobile safari to a reindeer farm where you can learn about reindeer husbandry and Lappish culture. Take a reindeer ride and attend a special crossing the Arctic Circle. Later meet Santa himself and send postcards from Santa’s main post office.
Reach the husky dog farm where husky dogs welcome you warmly. Go on a thrilling 1km sled ride pulled by a team of huskies. Return and enjoy hot beverages around the campfire.
Enjoy a snowmobile safari through the Lappish countryside and snow covered forests. Learn the art of snowmobiling along frozen rivers. Take a break and have some hot beverages to warm you up.
Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis appear either as a diffuse glow or “curtains” that extend in the east-west direction. Experience an Arctic night by driving through the snow-covered forest and the frozen river.
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