Magical Christmas Getaway in Rovaniemi

Celebrate Christmas where it all began, in Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus. This family-friendly itinerary brings together the best of the season: a visit to Santa Park, husky sledding, reindeer rides, and a magical private meeting with Santa himself. Stay at Villa Happy Fox, a peaceful forest property offering cozy suites, breakfast, and warm Lappish hospitality just outside the city. With snow-filled days and festive evenings, this is Christmas done right.

Suggested Length: 4 days

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Activities

Santa Park Entrance
Private Sauna & Finnish Dinner
Husky & Snowmobile Safari with Lunch
Northern Lights Picnic
Reindeer Farm Visit & Sleigh Ride
Santa Claus Village Visit
Ice Restaurant Dinner
Private Meeting with Santa
Ice Skating Day

Accommodation

Villa Happy Fox - BB

Services

Personalized Travel Plan
Digital Travel Itinerary
Local Support Team
Group Activities
Winter Clothing Rental
Transfers

 

est. 2620 € / person Speak to an expert *Prices are per person, double occupancy and subject to change. Prices excluding flights, travel insurance.

Your Tailored Itinerary

Santa Park & Forest Welcome

Arrive in Rovaniemi and meet your driver for a smooth transfer to the city. Collect your winter clothing before heading straight to Santa Park, where you'll explore the magical indoor Christmas world filled with elves, crafts, and Santa himself. Afterward, settle into your suite at Villa Happy Fox. End the day with a private wood-heated sauna, hot tub, and traditional Finnish dinner served fireside.

Your Hotel: Villa Happy Fox

Huskies, Snowmobiles & Arctic Sky

Start the day with a thrilling combination of husky sledding and snowmobiling through snowy forests and frozen rivers. Stop mid-day for a Lappish lunch at a local restaurant before returning to the villa. In the evening, set off on a private Northern Lights picnic by the river, with snowshoes, warm drinks, and stories by the fire.

Your Hotel: Villa Happy Fox

Reindeer & Santa’s Secret Hut

Begin with a visit to a traditional reindeer farm. Feed the herd, enjoy a sleigh ride through the woods, and share a soup lunch by the fire. Afterward, explore Santa Claus Village with free time to cross the Arctic Circle, visit shops, and post a letter from Santa’s official post office. In the evening, dine in the Snow Hotel’s ice restaurant, then take a short drive to Santa’s hidden forest home for a private, heartwarming meeting with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Your Hotel: Villa Happy Fox

Ice Skating in the Forest

On your final day, head to Kotatieva Winter Park for ice skating on a 500-meter track through the snowy forest. Warm up in the on-site hut, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and return to the villa for your airport transfer in the afternoon. Winter clothing is returned with your driver before departure.

Accommodation

  • Villa Happy Fox

    Intimate forest retreat just outside Rovaniemi, featuring four spacious suites with kitchenettes, scenic riverside setting, and personalised service.

Activities

  • Santa Park

    Plongez dans l’univers magique de Noël au Santa Park en Laponie. Rencontrez le Père Noël, explorez des attractions festives et vivez une expérience familiale inoubliable avec le forfait VEP.

  • 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.

  • Husky Safari Adventure

    Join a Husky Safari for an unforgettable ride through snow-covered trails. Meet Alaskan Huskies, drive your own sled, and enjoy hot drinks by a campfire. Suitable for all ages, including families.

  • Snowmobile Safari

    Join us for a thrilling snowmobile safari. Choose from 1-hour to full-day tours, explore the Arctic terrain, and customize your adventure with additional activities. Ideal for all adventure seekers.

  • 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.

  • Northern Lights Campfire

    Settle by a warm campfire at a prime Northern Lights location. Enjoy hot drinks, local snacks, and engaging stories while waiting for the Aurora to light up the sky.

  • Santa Claus Village

    Visit Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi, Finland, where you can meet Santa year-round, cross the Arctic Circle, and experience the magic of Christmas every day.

  • Ice Restaurant Dinner Experience

    Enjoy a unique 3-course dinner at the Arctic SnowHotel's Ice Restaurant, surrounded by breathtaking ice art. Perfect for guests and visitors alike, this is a dining experience like no other.

  • Private Meeting with Santa

    Enjoy a personalized and unforgettable meeting with Santa Claus in Lapland, with flexible options to suit your family's needs and preferences. A magical experience taht will create lasting Christmas memories.

  • Kotatieva

    Experience a unique day of ice skating in the snowy forest at Kotatieva Winter Leisure Park near Rovaniemi. Enjoy the ice skating forest trail, sauna, sledding, and other activities suitable for all ages.

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