Santa Claus Tours in Rovaniemi Finland
This year, consider our tours for a magical White Christmas holiday in Finland. Fully private tours including winter activities can be arranged.
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5 days | Independent tour | Jan-Mar | Rovaniemi
This five-day winter escape takes you to Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Finnish Lapland, where short Arctic days give way to long, star-filled nights and the very real possibility of witnessing the Northern Lights. The itinerary has been thoughtfully put together to combine Lapland's most iconic experiences with genuine breathing room to explore at your own pace. A visit to a local reindeer farm brings you face to face with one of the region's most beloved animals, before a traditional sleigh ride glides you through silent, snow-laden forest. You will also embark on a thrilling husky adventure and join an expert-led Northern Lights eSafari, hunting for the aurora across the darkest corners of the wilderness. All specialist winter clothing is provided for activities, so there is nothing to worry about when the temperature drops.
Day three is left entirely at leisure, giving you time to discover Rovaniemi on your own terms. The Santa Claus Village is just minutes away and well worth a visit, whether travelling with young children or simply embracing the magic of the Arctic Circle. For those with a curiosity for the region's natural and cultural history, the Arktikum Science Centre and Museum is one of Finland's finest, with fascinating exhibitions on Lapland's landscapes, people and wildlife.
Highlights include
- Arrival shuttle transfer and settling into Rovaniemi, the Arctic capital above the Arctic Circle
- Visit a traditional Sámi reindeer farm and learn about Indigenous Arctic culture and reindeer herding
- Enjoy reindeer-drawn sleigh rides through pristine snowy landscapes
- Experience a thrilling husky safari across forests and frozen lakes
- Explore Arctic culture at the Arktikum Museum and the Pilke Science Centre
- Wander the cosy and iconic Rovaniemi city centre, with shops, cafés, and festive Nordic charm
- Evening northern lights viewing from a heated sleigh or a glass igloo
- Day 1
- Arrival shuttle transfer
- Day 2
- Reindeer Farm visit with Sleigh Ride
- Day 3
- Free day to discover Rovaniemi. Evening Northern Lights eSafari
- Day 4
- Husky Adventure
- Day 5
- Departure transfer in shuttle
- Destinations Visited
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Travel Style
- Independent
- Code
- 50DN1630
Please note that all our itineraries, inclusions, dates and prices displayed on this website may change at any time. If you book an itinerary today and have this confirmed it will be the itinerary that is delivered to you. However, the online itinerary on our website may change in the meantime.
As a Certified B Corporation, 50 Degrees North has designed this tour using handpicked local hoteliers and suppliers who share our ethos of delivering services and activities of high social and environmental standards.
The CO2-e per person per day of all tours is carefully measured following each season. We fully offset all emissions of our tours on your behalf, and we constantly look at ways to reduce emissions where possible.
Details
Transportation
Shuttle Airport Transfers
Included
- 4 nights Accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Local Reindeer Farm visit with Sleigh Ride
- Husky Adventure
- Northern Lights eSafari
- Shared Airport Transfers
- Winter clothing for the activities
- 24-hour emergency service
- Taxes and service fees
Not Included
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Drinks including alcoholic beverages, juice, soft drinks and hot beverages
- Gratuities and items of personal nature
- Travel insurance
- Norwegian coastal voyage optional excursions
- Any airport taxes
- International and domestic flights
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival shuttle transfer
Straddling the Arctic Circle and framed by snow-laden forests and the frozen Kemijoki River, Rovaniemi is unlike anywhere else on earth. Known as the official hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Finnish Lapland, this is a city with a personality shaped entirely by the Arctic world that surrounds it. Settle in and spend the evening getting your first taste of life above the Arctic Circle.
Day 2 - Reindeer Farm visit with Sleigh Ride
Venture out to a traditional reindeer farm for an authentic glimpse into one of Lapland's most enduring ways of life. Your hosts will introduce you to their herd and share the centuries-old relationship between the Sámi people and these quietly magnificent animals, before you climb aboard a sleigh for a ride through the surrounding snowscape. Peaceful, unhurried, and utterly charming, it is one of those experiences that captures the very essence of a Lappish winter.
Meals
1 BreakfastDay 3 - Free day to discover Rovaniemi. Evening Northern Lights eSafari
The day is yours to explore Rovaniemi at your own pace. The city punches well above its size, with the striking Arktikum museum offering a fascinating journey through Arctic history and science, the Pilke Science Centre bringing the region's forests and nature to life, and the shops and cafes of the compact city centre all worth a wander. As darkness falls, head out on a northern lights safari in search of the aurora borealis. Away from the city lights, the guides will lead you to the best vantage points, where with luck the sky will come alive in curtains of green, violet, and white above you.
Meals
1 BreakfastDay 4 - Husky Adventure
A highlight of any Lapland visit, today's husky adventure delivers one of the most exhilarating ways to experience the Arctic wilderness. With a team of eager, powerful dogs leading the way, you will glide through frozen forests and across open snowfields, the only sound the swish of the runners and the panting of your team ahead. Guides are on hand throughout to ensure everyone, from the youngest to the oldest in the group, gets the most out of this unforgettable day.
Meals
1 BreakfastDay 5 - Departure transfer in shuttle
After a final morning in the Arctic, your Rovaniemi adventure draws to a close. If you would like to extend your stay or add on nights elsewhere in Finland, we would be delighted to help with ideas.
Meals
1 BreakfastDates & Prices
Dates
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Valid To
From Price
Status
Accommodation
4 Jan 2026
31 Mar 2026
31 Mar 2026
4 Jan 2026
31 Mar 2026
AUD 2,594
On request
Standard
4 Jan 2026
31 Mar 2026
31 Mar 2026
4 Jan 2026
31 Mar 2026
AUD 1,143
On request
Extra for Single
Important Information
IMPORTANT NOTE: Weather conditions may occasionally affect certain activities, and as a result, the schedule may be adjusted to ensure the best possible experience for all guests. For multi-activity stays, often the order of the activities will be confirmed locally on arrival. Activities might vary slightly in their duration or location due to the weather and local conditions. Any activities that are unable to be re-scheduled due to weather conditions, will be refunded as a general practice, as determined by the activity provider.
ANIMAL WELFARE POLICY:
At 50 Degrees North, animal welfare is a top priority during all our tours and packages. We carefully select suppliers who adhere to strict animal welfare standards, ensuring that wildlife interactions are respectful and comply with local, national, and international regulations. We avoid offering excursions that involve captive wildlife, except where they are properly regulated, and all activities are designed to minimise disturbance to natural ecosystems. Our travellers are educated on responsible, including responsible animal interactions, through our 'Responsible Travel Tips' for travellers, and our guides are trained to lead by example, promoting ethical conduct towards both wild and domesticated animals. By prioritising animal welfare in every aspect of our tours, we ensure that your travel experience is both enjoyable and ethically sound. Read our article on Animal Welfare to learn more.
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