Family Christmas Holiday in Lapland

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Make Christmas truly magical with a family holiday in Rovaniemi, Finnish Lapland, specially designed for families with children from 4 years old. Enjoy child-friendly Arctic activities, snowy adventures and the wonder of meeting Santa Claus during the most festive time of the year.

  • Lapland Essentials
  • Winter Wonderland
  • Wildlife & animal lovers
Duration
6 days / 5 nights
Destinations
Rovaniemi
Available
December to JanuaryAll December until early January
Suitable for
Families · Young kids · Small groups

 

 

Price on request

Estimated price for 2 adults with 2 children (under 12 years old). The final price depends on travel dates, accommodation, availability and itinerary preferences. We will prepare a personalised proposal after discussing your holiday with you.

Day-by-day itinerary

day 1

Arrival in Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi

Transfer will be arranged from Rovaniemi Airport to your accommodation, making your arrival as smooth and comfortable as possible. Take time to settle in, recover from the journey and explore Rovaniemi at your own pace. You can also pick up any essentials or do a little shopping before visiting our office to collect your winter overalls and boots (included for the full duration of your stay). If you arrive early enough, your first evening can already include a Northern Lights hunting tour with photography adapted to children (planned on Day 2).

day 2

Meet Santa Claus!

Rovaniemi

Enjoy a relaxed and family-friendly day in Rovaniemi, with plenty of time to explore at a comfortable pace with children. Visit Santa Claus Village, cross the Arctic Circle and meet Santa for a magical Christmas moment. In the afternoon, enjoy some time to play in the snow, have some rest or head to the Arktikum Museum, where interactive exhibitions and fascinating stories bring Arctic nature, Lapland culture and northern life to life for the whole family. In the evening, join a family-friendly Northern Lights photography hunt, adapted to younger travellers with a comfortable pace and plenty of time to enjoy the Arctic night together.

day 3

Animal Day

Rovaniemi

Winter Holiday in Rovaniemi - Husky Ride

Spend a full day discovering two of Lapland’s most iconic animals near Rovaniemi. In the morning, visit an authentic reindeer farm to meet the herders, feed the reindeer and enjoy a short sleigh ride. In the afternoon, continue to a family-run husky kennel for an exciting 10 km dog-sledding safari through the snowy forest, with time to meet the dogs and their mushers afterward.

day 4

Family Trapper Adventure

Rovaniemi

Ice fishing family day

Step into the life of a Lapland trapper on a private Arctic adventure designed especially for families with children from 4 years old. Try snowshoeing, learn simple wilderness skills, go ice fishing and discover how to make a fire in the snowy forests around Rovaniemi. The experience is fun, hands-on and adapted to younger adventurers. Children can have their own snowshoes, while sleds can also be provided for smaller kids, making it easy for the whole family to enjoy the winter wilderness together.

day 5

Family Snowmobile Adventure & Stories by the Fire

Rovaniemi

Start the morning with a small-group snowmobile safari specially adapted for families. Adults can enjoy the ride through snowy Arctic landscapes while children travel comfortably in warm sleds, making the experience safe and fun for everyone. In the afternoon, slow things down with a cosy storytelling moment around the fire. Discover local culture, traditions and life in Lapland while enjoying freshly made pancakes cooked over the open fire. A perfect relaxed and memorable way to end the day together.

day 6

Departure

Rovaniemi

Winter Holiday in Rovaniemi

Enjoy a relaxed final day in Rovaniemi before your departure, with time for last-minute activities depending on your flight schedule. Your winter holiday can also be extended with one or several additional days in Lapland. Transfer will also be arranged to Rovaniemi Airport for your departure. Have a great flight!

What is included

  • Activities as described in the itinerary
  • Accommodation as described
  • Airport transfers
  • Transfers during the itinerary
  • Professional English-speaking guides
  • Activity-specific equipment
  • Meals where specifically mentioned
  • Local assistance during your stay
  • Applicable taxes and service charges
  • Professional winter overalls & winter boots for the duration of your stay
  • Experiences adapted to children

What is not included

  • Flights to/from Finland or Lapland
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals unless specifically mentioned
  • Optional activities
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities

Accommodation

Save your accommodation preferences by clicking the heart icon. You can select several hotels if more than one interests you, and we will prepare suitable options subject to availability. Prices shown are indicative estimates only.

Rovaniemi (5 nights)

Preferred accommodation level

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Tell us your travel dates, group and interests. We will use this itinerary as a starting point and prepare a personalised proposal.

We will confirm availability and prepare your personalised offer before any booking is finalised.

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