Santas Spectacular 4 day trip to Lapland

Day 1 in Lapland

Santa's Magic Lapland holiday starts on arrival at Ivalo Airport where the children will enjoy being met by a reindeer and its Sami handler, and one of Santa's special elves!

There is then a short, comfortable 25-minute transfer to your hotel in Saariselka where it is time for you 'Michelin-man' impersonations, as you are fitted with your special complimentary thermal over-suits and boots to protect you from the arctic Lapland weather.

There is time for fun - a chance to explore, make snowmen, or just relax in a fragrant sauna before your wonderful welcome dinner (Half Board option) to set the scene for tomorrow's excitement !

Day 2 in Lapland

The second day of yourbreak gives you the chance to start building up the excitement with your choice of our fantastic Optional Adventures. Try a sensational snowmobile safari - one of our previous guests' big favourites - or enjoy a few hours skiing, or maybe go for an extra husky sled or reindeer sleigh ride - always a popular choice with the children.

Half  Board guests will enjoy dinner at your leisure in your hotel,  to set the scene for tomorrow's excitement, whilst bed and breakfast guests may sample Saariselka's choice of restaurants.

Day 3 in Lapland

Day three of  your Lapland holiday starts with being picked up for the ultimate Christmas adventure with the following exciting activities are all included..

• Reindeer sleigh-ride : meet your reindeer and your local Sami guide, learn the Lappish reindeer names, then take a wonderful 7 - 10 minute ride into the picturesque woods, with the children cuddled under blankets on your knee.
• Husky-sled ride: where children get to ride (and shout 'mush, mush!') and grown-ups can all take a turn at actually 'driving' your own sled!
• Traditional Arctic Circle Ceremony: You'll meet the local Sami guidewho will introduce you to their fascinating traditional songs and culture. Every guest receives a special souvenir certificate, to celebrate your crossing of the Arctic Circle!
• Lunch: is included to 'recharge your batteries' for the afternoon, then a host of snow and ice activities to enjoy such as - kick-sledding (a crazy cross of scooter and toboggan!), ice-fishing, tandem skiing, mini skidoo rides for children and snow sculptures!
• See your children's faces light up with wonder as you fulfil your family's search for Santa,and meet Santa himself in his hideaway Lapland log cabin home, with all his helpers on hand to make you welcome and ensure that there is magic in the air!
• EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE FAMILY MEETING!
• Refreshments:Delicious hot berry juice are provided throughout the day, for those times when a few minutes warming up round a crackling log fire is welcomed. 

Finally, back 'home' in your hotel, you can finish the day with a wonderful Gala Dinner (half board option only), and re-live every unforgettable moment of  your biggest Christmas adventure !

Day 4 in Lapland

Fun-time again, with the chance to thrill to another big adventure, either pre-booked in the UK or chosen the night before from our Optional Adventures. You may have fallen in love with the huskies and want to enjoy an even longer ride, or take off on a snowmobile safari for high-octane thrills!

This allows you to make the most of your last morning in Lapland. You have time to browse the village's souvenir shops, to choose from their range of traditional hademade Lappish items, gifts and toys.

 You will be collected by coach from your hotel and taken to the airport to a chorus of fond farewells!

Optional Activities

• Snowmobile Safari - approx 1½ hours, zooming across open snowfields, and including a halfway stop for a warming mug of hot berry juice around an open fire.
  Adult-only Safari (2 hrs) - £99 (one person per snowmobile), or £79 (two people per snowmobile).   Family Safari (1½ hrs) - Adults £65/ Children 5-11 years £55
• Husky Heaven - if our included husky-sled ride whets your appetite, this 1-hour trip gives you longer to experience the unrivalled thrill of 'driving' your own team of huskies through the pristine landscape.
  Adults £89/Children 2-11 years £65
• Rudolph's Reindeer Run - a wonderful ride to remember, snuggled under blankets as reindeer pull your sleigh across the snow! Family rides available, or romantic sleighs for two!
  Adults £79 / Children aged 2-11 years £59
• Downhill Skiing - Saariselka's ski-slopes are ideal for beginners, or for intermediates wanting a quick 'blast'!  For a two hour session including equipment-hire and lift-pass, Adults £35 Children 7-12 £33 Children under 7 £23.  Tuition can also be arranged locally.
• Enjoy a steaming sauna - free in all hotels.
• Take the children swimming at the Hotel Holiday Club pool (FREE to those staying there).
• Ride the ski-bus to the top of Kaunispää Fell, the local ski-hill, and toboggan down the 1.2km run.
• Stroll the village shops for Christmas presents and souvenirs.
• Try snow-shoeing - the perfect way to explore off the beaten track. Adults £25 / Children 2-11 years £19.
• Northern Lights Adventure - An evening snowmobile expedition in search of the fabulous Northern Lights.  1.5 hours with two adults sharing a snowmobile and children travelling in a snowmobile-sled.  Adults £79 / Children 5-11 years £69.

Early Booking 50% off Childrens Optional Excursions! (available on all activities except Rudolphs Reindeer Run)

Prices are based on the Hotel Riekonlinna in a Type A Bedroom sleeping 2-4 on a Bed & Breakfast basis.  Half Board supplements on request 

The child discounts shown for the youngest child will apply to children aged 2-5 where they are the first child in the family.  If there is a second child aged 2-5 then please check with ourselves regarding the discounts 

Grandparents sharing a family cabin, suite or apartment and travelling with a minimum of 2 full paying adults and at least 1 child will get a discount of £30pp

Free Half Board for children aged 5 and under at Hotel Holiday Club and Hotel Tunturi (2 adults must book Half Board)