This winter itinerary is perfect for families looking for comfort, adventure, and connection in the heart of Finnish Lapland. From your glass igloo base at Apukka Resort, enjoy half board and a full lineup of private activities: horse riding, husky safaris, snowmobiling, and reindeer farm visits. Highlights include a Northern Lights hunt, Santa Claus Village, and a tour of the Arctic Snow Hotel, each designed to delight adults and children alike.
Suggested Length: 5 days
Package includes
Activities
- Private Reindeer Herder Experience
- Private Northern Lights Hunting
- Private Horseback Riding Tour
- Family Snowmobile Safari
- Santa Claus Village Visit
- Private Husky Safari (5–10 km)
- Arctic Snow Hotel Visit
Accommodation
- Apukka Resort - HB
Services
- Personalized Travel Plan
- Digital Travel Itinerary
- Local Support Team
- Group and Private Activities
- Winter Clothing Rental
- Transfers
Your Tailored Itinerary
Day 1 – Rovaniemi, Finland
Arrival & Arctic Welcome
Arrive in Rovaniemi where your driver will meet you at the airport. Collect your winter clothing on the way to Apukka Resort, where you’ll settle into a warm glass igloo suite. Dinner is served at the resort’s restaurant, your half board begins tonight.
Your Hotel: Apukka Resort
Day 2 – Rovaniemi, Finland
Reindeer Culture & Aurora Hunting
Visit a traditional reindeer farm where your family will meet the herd, enjoy a sleigh ride, try ice fishing, and enjoy lunch by the fire. After dinner, head out for a private Northern Lights tour by minivan, stopping at multiple locations to find the clearest skies.
Your Hotel: Apukka Resort
Day 3 – Rovaniemi, Finland
Horses & Snowmobiles
In the morning, enjoy a private horse riding tour through snowy forest trails. After lunch, get ready for a guided family snowmobile safari. While adults drive snowmobiles, kids ride in a sleigh before trying their own mini-snowmobiles and earning a driving license. Gather by the fire for marshmallows and warm berry juice before returning to the resort.
Your Hotel: Apukka Resort
Day 4 – Rovaniemi, Finland
Santa’s Village, Huskies & Ice Architecture
Spend the morning exploring Santa Claus Village at your own pace: cross the Arctic Circle, mail postcards, and visit festive shops. Afterward, head out on a private husky safari through snowy trails. In the evening, tour the Arctic Snow Hotel and enjoy drinks at the ice bar before returning for dinner at the resort.
Your Hotel: Apukka Resort
Day 5 – Rovaniemi, Finland
Departure Day
After your final breakfast at Apukka Resort, your driver will collect you for the transfer to Rovaniemi Airport. Drop off your winter gear and head home full of stories from your family’s Arctic adventure.
Accommodation
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Apukka ResortApukka Resort offers contemporary cabin and glass‑igloo stays near Rovaniemi, combining stylish comfort with distinctive dining and wellness options.
Activities
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Reindeer Farm VisitExperience 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.
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Northern Lights HuntTravel 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.
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Winter Horseback RidingRide through snowy forest trails on horseback and experience Lapland’s winter landscape at a calm and steady pace. Guided rides are available for ages 12 and up, with warm drinks served after the outing.
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Snowmobile SafariDiscover Lapland’s winter landscapes on a guided snowmobile safari, with options ranging from short rides to full-day outings through forests, open terrain, and established snowmobile routes.
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Santa Claus VillageVisit Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi, where you can meet Santa Claus every day of the year, cross the Arctic Circle and experience the magic of Christmas every day.
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Husky Safari AdventureJoin 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.
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Arctic SnowHotel VisitDiscover the Arctic SnowHotel in Rovaniemi, where you can explore ice-carved rooms, visit the Ice Bar and Ice Restaurant, and even stay overnight in a room made of snow and ice.



