Finland · Snow Adventure

7-Day Finnish Lapland Adventure with Northern Lights and Santa Claus

7 Days Round trip from Rovaniemi Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cross the Arctic Circle and receive an official certificate
  • 02 Hunt for the Northern Lights in remote locations with professional photographers
  • 03 Visit Ranua Wildlife Park and observe Arctic wildlife, including polar bears
  • 04 Dig for your own gemstone at the Luosto Amethyst Mine
  • 05 Ride with huskies and reindeer through snowy forests
  • 06 Trek through the Arctic landscape with snowshoes
  • 07 Fish on frozen lakes using traditional ice fishing techniques

Embark on a 7-day Arctic adventure through Finnish Lapland, starting in Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus. Hunt for the Northern Lights in remote wilderness locations, visit Ranua Wildlife Park and the Amethyst Mine, and discover Sámi culture in Inari. Ride with huskies and reindeer, cross the Arctic Circle, and relax in a heated glass igloo under the stars. Enjoy snowshoeing, ice fishing, snowmobiling, and traditional Finnish sauna experiences, all set against the stunning backdrop of Lapland's winter wonderland.

Watch the Northern Lights from the comfort of your igloo.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Rovaniemi, Inari, Saariselkä, Pyhä-Luosto National Park, Ranua
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Rovaniemi and Northern Lights Barbecue

  • Arrive in Rovaniemi, the Official Hometown of Santa Claus.
  • Meet your guide at the airport or train station for a private transfer to the city center office.

  • Receive proper thermal clothing for your entire stay in Lapland.

  • Check in to your hotel and rest briefly.

  • In the evening, head to a Lappish forest for a traditional campfire barbecue under a Kota or Lávvu.

  • Enjoy warm snacks and stories while searching for the magical Northern Lights.

2
Day 02

Ranua Wildlife Park Arctic Animal Encounter

  • Have breakfast at your hotel.
  • Travel to Ranua Wildlife Park, home to 50 Arctic animal species and more than 200 individual animals.

  • See polar bears, lynxes, owls, wolves, and reindeer in a natural setting.

  • Learn about the region's unique wildlife and their adaptations to Arctic life.

  • Return to your hotel in Rovaniemi for an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Luosto Amethyst Mine and Saariselkä Aurora Hunt

  • Have breakfast and depart for Luosto.
  • Visit the Amethyst Mine on Lampivaara Hill.

  • Dig for your own amethyst and learn mining techniques from a professional.

  • Proceed to the village of Saariselkä, located in Inari, Finland's largest municipality.

  • Reach the hilltop of Kaunispää for another guided Northern Lights hunt.

  • Return to your hotel in Saariselkä for an overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Sámi Culture in Inari and Snowmobile Aurora Safari

  • Travel from Saariselkä to Inari.
  • Visit the Sámi Museum to explore the culture, traditions, and daily life of the Sámi people.

  • Enjoy a buffet lunch before returning to Rovaniemi.

  • In the evening, join a snowmobile adventure to chase the Northern Lights.

  • Ride through snowy forests and across frozen lakes.

  • Return to your accommodation in Rovaniemi for the night.

5
Day 05

Santa Claus Village, Arctic Circle and Aurora Photography

  • Begin the day with a visit to Santa Claus Village.
  • Meet Santa Claus and send postcards from Santa's Post Office.

  • Cross the Arctic Circle and receive an official certificate.

  • Enjoy a husky sled ride and a traditional Finnish buffet lunch.

  • Visit a reindeer farm and experience a short sleigh ride.

  • Explore the Arktikum Museum with a professional guide.

  • At night, go Northern Lights hunting with professional photographers.

  • Receive your edited aurora photos by email the next day.

6
Day 06

Snowshoeing, Ice Fishing and Arctic Igloo Stay

  • After breakfast, embark on a snowshoeing trek through pristine Arctic landscapes.
  • Learn snowshoe techniques and track wildlife footprints with your guide.

  • Try traditional ice fishing on a frozen lake with assistance from local experts.

  • Check into a glass-roofed Arctic igloo for the night.

  • Enjoy the warmth of a Finnish sauna and hot jacuzzi.

  • Watch the Northern Lights from the comfort of your igloo.

7
Day 07

Arctic Snowcastle Visit and Departure

  • Have breakfast and depart for a guided visit to the Arctic Snowcastle.
  • Explore the ice hotel, snow restaurant, and bar made entirely of ice and snow.

  • Learn how the Snowcastle is built and maintained during winter.

  • After the visit, transfer to your departure point (airport, train station, or bus terminal).

Santa Claus Village, Arctic Circle, Luosto Amethyst Mine, Ranua Wildlife Park

Where this trip takes you

Santa Claus Village, Arctic Circle, Luosto Amethyst Mine, Ranua Wildlife Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Rovaniemi 5 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation

  • All listed activities

  • Professional English-speaking guides

  • Airport and activity transfers

  • Thermal clothing for the entire stay

  • Local on-site support

What's Not Included

  • Flights

  • Travel insurance

Know before you go

  • The minimum group size is two adults.
  • The itinerary may vary depending on snow conditions.
  • Northern lights are subject to weather conditions and solar activity; therefore, they cannot be 100% guaranteed.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Rovaniemi, Finland
Tour start
Rovaniemi, Finland
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Rovaniemi.

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