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Family Escape from Rovaniemi to Inari

Explore Finnish Lapland with your family on a journey from Rovaniemi to the far north of Inari. Along the way, enjoy private husky safaris, cultural visits, and hands-on activities like handicraft workshops and ice sculpting. You'll stay in cozy, family-friendly accommodations, including aurora-viewing cabins and lakeside lodges, with half board included in Saariselkä. From snowmobiles and reindeer encounters to Northern Lights evenings and museum visits, this itinerary blends Arctic adventure with cultural connection.

Suggested Length: 9 days

Package includes

Activities

  • Northern Lights Hunt 
  • Ice Sculpting at SnowHotel
  • Ice Restaurant Dinner
  • Handicraft Workshop
  • Culture Pass Museum Entry
  • Private Reindeer Herder Experience
  • Private Sauna and Kota Dinner
  • Private Husky Safari & Chef Dinner
  • Snowmobile Aurora Camp
  • Sámi Cultural Center Visit
  • Reindeer and Handicraft Visit
  • Siida Museum Visit

Accommodation

  • Scandic Rovaniemi City
  • Northern Lights Village - HB
  • Inari Holiday Village

Services

  • Personalized Travel Plan
  • Digital Travel Itinerary
  • Local Support Team
  • Private and Group Activities
  • Winter Clothing Rental
  • Transfers
est. 5410 € / person Request an offer *Prices are per person, double occupancy and subject to change. Prices excluding flights, travel insurance.

Your Tailored Itinerary

Arrival, Culture & Arctic Experiences

Welcome to Finnish Lapland! Your family will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel in central Rovaniemi. Settle in, collect your winter gear, and begin your Arctic adventure.
Over these first few days, enjoy a reindeer leather workshop, ice sculpting at the SnowHotel, and a magical dinner in its frozen Ice Restaurant. You'll hunt for the Northern Lights by minivan, visit local museums with a culture pass, and spend one evening relaxing in a private sauna and hot tub followed by a Kota dinner and Sámi storytelling.

Your Hotel: Scandic Rovaniemi City

Arctic Views & Relaxation

After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer north from Rovaniemi to Saariselkä. Check in to your heated Aurora Cabin at Northern Lights Village, where you’ll spend the night under the stars. Half board is included. The rest of the day is yours to relax, settle in, and explore the snowy surroundings at your own pace.

Your Hotel: Northern Lights Village Saariselkä

Huskies, Fireside Dining & Aurora Camp

Start the morning slowly with a hearty breakfast and time to relax. In the afternoon, you’ll be picked up for a private husky safari, an exciting ride through the snowy wilderness with your own dog team. After the adventure, enjoy a warm, chef-prepared dinner by the fire.

Once the experience wraps up, continue your transfer north to Inari and check into your accommodation. In the evening, head out by snowmobile to a peaceful aurora camp for grilled snacks and skywatching.

Your Hotel: Inari Holiday Village

Sámi Life & Reindeer Encounters

Visit the Sámi Cultural Center and spend the afternoon with a local reindeer herder family. Learn about their traditions, feed the animals, and get an up-close look at life in the north.

Your Hotel: Inari Holiday Village

Relaxation & Arctic Village Life

Spend the day enjoying free time around Inari Holiday Village. Walk along the frozen lake, explore the snow-covered surroundings, or simply relax indoors with games or a warm drink. It’s a perfect day to slow down and enjoy some quiet family moments in the far north. 

Your Hotel: Inari Holiday Village

Sámi Heritage & Final Aurora Night

After breakfast, visit the Sámi Museum and Nature Centre Siida, home to engaging exhibits on indigenous culture, Arctic wildlife, and seasonal life in the north. Return to the holiday village for a relaxed afternoon. In the evening, head out with your guide for one final aurora hunt by car, with stops at open skies to spot the Northern Lights.

Your Hotel: Inari Holiday Village

Departure

After breakfast, your private transfer takes you to Ivalo Airport. Return your winter clothing to the driver and start your journey home with new family memories from the Arctic.

Accommodations

  • Scandic City Rovaniemi

    Comfortable and centrally located, Scandic City offers modern rooms, hearty breakfast, and easy access to Rovaniemi’s shops and restaurants.

  • Northern Lights Village Saariselkä

    Northern Lights Village Saariselkä features cosy glass-roofed cabins in a tranquil forest near the village, ideal for clear sky views and quiet relaxation.

  • Series of Red Wooden Cabins in Holiday Village Inari in Lapland
    Holiday Village Inari

    Holiday Village Inari offers comfortable cabins and rooms by Lake Inari, with local dining and peaceful lakeside views in the heart of Sámi Lapland.

Activities

  • Northern Lights Hunt

    Travel beyond the city lights in search of the Northern Lights, with experienced local guides who adapt the route throughout the evening based on weather and sky conditions.

  • Snow and Ice Sculpting

    Discover the magic of snow and ice sculpting in Lapland with a guided workshop in a peaceful winter setting. Learn basic carving techniques, use sculpting tools, and create your own piece from snow or ice.

  • Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience

    Enjoy a 3-course dinner inside the Arctic SnowHotel’s Ice Restaurant, surrounded by snow walls, ice carvings, and illuminated details. A distinctive evening near Rovaniemi for both overnight guests and day visitors.

  • Lappish Handicraft Workshop

    Learn the art of Lappish handicrafts in a guided workshop where you create your own souvenir from reindeer antler. A hands-on cultural experience rooted in local materials, traditional techniques, and the stories behind the craft.

  • Arktikum

    Discover the history, culture, nature, and wildlife of the Arctic at Arktikum in Rovaniemi, where exhibitions explore northern life, changing seasons, Arctic science, and the people and animals that shape Lapland.

  • Korundi

    Experience art and music at Korundi House of Culture in Rovaniemi, home to the Rovaniemi Art Museum and the Lapland Chamber Orchestra. Set in a historic red-brick building, Korundi brings together contemporary art, concerts, and northern cultural life under one roof.

  • Reindeer Farm Visit

    Experience a Reindeer Farm Visit and Sleigh Ride in Lapland. Learn about traditional reindeer herding, feed the reindeer, and enjoy a relaxing sleigh ride through snowy forests. Perfect for all ages, including families.

  • Finnish Sauna Experience

    Relax in a traditional Finnish sauna in the stunning surroundings of Lapland. Enjoy the warmth of the sauna and cool down in the fresh Arctic air for a revitalizing and authentic experience.

  • Kota Dinner Experience

    Enjoy a traditional Lappish Kota dinner in a private setting, where local ingredients, open-fire cooking, and a warm atmosphere come together for a memorable evening. Optional sauna and cultural additions can turn the experience into a fuller Lappish night.

  • Husky Safari Adventure

    Join a husky safari through Lapland’s snowy landscapes. Meet Alaskan or Siberian huskies, drive your own sled, and enjoy time outdoors with a break by the fire. Suitable for all ages, including families.

  • Siida Museum

    Discover Sámi culture, northern nature, and the history of northern Lapland at Siida in Inari. This museum and nature center offers one of the most complete introductions to life in the far north, through exhibitions, an open-air museum, and research rooted in the Sámi homeland.

  • Northern Lights Campfire

    Spend an evening by the fire in a quiet location away from the city lights, with hot drinks, local snacks, and time outdoors while waiting for possible Northern Lights activity.