Wake Up Santa - Christmas in Lapland

This festive 'Bucket List' Christmas adventure offers some of the very best winter activities allowing you to experience the stunning natural beauty of Lapland. Meet the reindeer, marvel at the beauty of the fells and forests as you travel by snowmobile and husky drawn sled, enjoy traditional snow fun activities and watch the magic come alive in your children's eyes when they meet Santa himself. 

You may choose to stay for 3 or 4 nights and the activities included remain the same! 

Day 1 Depart UK for Finnish Lapland
Fly from London Heathrow or Manchester to Kittilä via Helsinki and transfer to Harriniva Adventure Resort.  Staying in comfortable hotel rooms or cosy cabins nestled in the grounds, this family-owned holiday destination is set amongst nature in Western Lapland, with a wealth of outdoor adventures at you disposal.  

Day 2 Huskies 
Begin your adventure with an exciting family husky safari through the snow-covered forests and across frozen lakes, sit back and enjoy the ride as your musher navigates the trails. 

Day 3 Reindeer, Santa Claus and Snow Fun 
Meet the reindeer at their home on a nearby traditional farm and enjoy a short sleigh ride in the forest before heading back to base.  This afternoon it's the moment the children have been waiting for... it's time to meet Santa! The elves will guide the way to his secret hideout deep in the forest for your own private meeting with the Man himself!   While you wait for your turn there is time to try out snowshoes, ice fishing, tobogganing and a highlight for the children will be the chance to drive their own mini snowmobile! 

Day 4 Snowmobiles and Auroras*
After breakfast get the adrenaline racing as you whizz through the Finnish countryside on a snowmobile safari. This evening a trip out after dark to seek the northern lights is on the agenda.  

Day 5 Depart Lapland
The adventure is sadly over and it's time to head home but you will take with you some fabulous memories to share for years to come.

* Aurora Trip included during 4-night stay only.

December

Cost from £

Pre-Christmas - Wake Up Santa!
3 Nights from £2050 per adult / £1345 per child (4-11 years)
4 Nights from £2295 per adult / £1465 per child (4-11 Years)

Price is based on 2 adults travelling with children and sharing a room and is dependent on travel dates.

Departure Dates

Available from 30 Nov - 27 Dec 2025 on request.

Difficulty

This programme is suitable for the whole family, however some activities may not be suitable for children under 4 years old.

Flights

Flights on Finnair from London Heathrow or Manchester via Helsinki are included. Regional departures may be possible, please enquire. 

Time

GMT +2 hours

Stay longer and enjoy the magic of Lapland or stop off in Helsinki for ice-skating and the Christmas markets