3 Day Lapland Package

Day 1: Arrival & Northern Lights Introduction

Arrive in Rovaniemi (we can arrange an airport transfer on request). Take the afternoon to settle in at your hotel. Evening: Kick off your Lapland adventure with our signature Northern Lights Pro Tour. Starting around 18:00, your guide briefs you on the aurora forecasts and weather. Then you’ll set out in search of clear skies, driving as far as needed – even into the fells or across the Swedish border if the auroras demand! We leave early enough to maximize the chances. Out in the wilderness, enjoy a campfire dinner (Lappish sausages and hot drinks) as you wait for the Northern Lights. If luck is on our side, you’ll witness a breathtaking display and get professional photos as a souvenir. (If not, you have another two nights in Lapland for opportunities.)

Day 2: Arctic Animals & Santa Claus

Morning:

After breakfast, meet two of Lapland’s most beloved animals. We start with a Husky Safari at a local kennel (30 min drive from town). You’ll be greeted by a chorus of excited sled dogs! After safety instructions, hit the trail on a 7 km husky sled ride through frosty forests (approx. 3o minute ride). You can take turns mushing or just enjoy the ride as a passenger. Back at the kennel, spend time with the dogs, pet the friendly huskies, and learn how they are raised and trained. Warm berry juice by a campfire wraps up the husky tour. Next, a short transfer takes you to a nearby Reindeer Farm. Here you’ll meet gentle reindeer and the Sámi or Finnish farmers who care for them. Enjoy a tranquil sleigh ride (about 1 km) through snow-draped woods and earn your “Arctic Circle Reindeer Driving License” (a fun certificate)! Kids can also try feeding the reindeer.

Afternoon:

We include a must-do pilgrimage – a visit to Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle linebooklapland.fi. Spend the afternoon exploring Santa’s Village: meet Santa Claus himself (families can have a private chat and photo), send postcards from Santa’s official Post Office (with a special Arctic Circle postmark), and shop for souvenirs. Stand with one foot in the Arctic Hemisphere and one in the south at the Arctic Circle line! We’ll ensure you have ample time for all the Village attractions and arrange return transfer to your hotel by around 17:00.

Evening:

You have this evening free to relax after a full day. Optionally, if the previous night’s aurora hunt was unsuccessful (or if you just want more), you can add an extra Northern Lights tour tonight – we can arrange a relaxed aurora camp or even an Aurora Snowmobile Safari for a different experience. If you choose to take it easy, perhaps enjoy a Finnish sauna at your hotel or a local restaurant dinner.

Day 3: Choose Your Adventure & Aurora Finale

Morning:

This morning, you have some free time to explore or add an extra activity. Some ideas: visit the Arktikum Museum in Rovaniemi to learn about Lapland’s nature and history, or try a short snowshoe walk in Ounasvaara hill (we can provide snowshoes). If you prefer a guided activity, we can organize a snowmobile short safari.

Afternoon:

For your final daytime adventure, we offer a choice based on your interests (each ~3-4 hours):

• Snowmobile Adventure: A guided snowmobile tour into the Arctic wilds (approx. 2-3 hours driving). Feel the adrenaline as you speed across frozen rivers and powdery fields. Includes a coffee break in a wilderness cabin. Great for adventure lovers.
• Korouoma Frozen Waterfall Hike: A trip to the stunning Korouoma Canyon. Walk a shorter family-friendly trail to witness giant frozen waterfalls glistening in the sunlight. A picnic lunch by an open fire is included amidst the silent snow-covered canyon. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and photographers.
• Arctic Ice Floating & Sauna: Unwind in a truly Finnish way. First, experience ice floating in a thermal suit on a frozen lake – a surreal relaxation as you lie back in icy water totally warm and buoyant. Then, warm up with a traditional sauna (subject to availability) or outdoor hot tub. This option is perfect for those who want something unique and relaxing to cap their trip.

Evening:

On your final night, if you haven’t yet caught the Northern Lights or simply can’t get enough, we include another Northern Lights evening tour. We’ll try a different strategy/location from the first night to improve our chance. With two nights of aurora hunting in one trip, your likelihood of seeing the Aurora is very high (statistically, ~85% chance over 3 nights in clear weather). If you already saw auroras, this second tour can be a relaxed chase or even replaced with a City Lights tour (seeing Rovaniemi by night) upon request. Either way, a memorable last night is ensured. Return to hotel around midnight with a camera full of memories!

Day 4: Departure from Rovaniemi (or continue your holiday in Lapland).

We can arrange a drop-off at the airport/train station as needed. If you have a later departure, consider adding a morning Ice SnowHotel visit or last-minute shopping in town. (This Day 4 is not counted in package “days” since activities end Day 3, but just for reference if needed.)

Note: This package is quite comprehensive; if you’re a luxury traveler, ask us about upgrading to private tours for the aurora hunts or a private car/guide throughout. Families with small kids can swap the Night 3 aurora tour for a Northern Lights by bus (easier for children to rest – we have a family aurora bus tour). We’ll adjust start times in winter to daylight (around 10:00) for activities.