Finland
Extended weekend in Sant's village
Round trip
Why choose this trip
Untouched nature and the feeling that you are the only ones in the world. Thanks to endless pine forests, countless lakes, and the lowest population density in Europe, Finland offers everything for those who prefer inspiring solitude during their holiday.
You can witness a heavenly symphony of colors playing in every shade of yellow, green, and pink in Finland for up to 200 days a year. However, you need to travel far north to the Lapland region. The magical experience is definitely worth the journey beyond the Arctic Circle.
- Departure options from Prague and Vienna
- An experience for both children and adults
- Sant's Office Beyond the Arctic Circle
- Half board included
Tour program:
day 1:
departure / arrival
Departure from Prague (or Vienna) with a transfer in Helsinki to Lapland's Rovaniemi. The airport runway is crossed by the Arctic Circle, as the city is the gateway beyond the Arctic Circle. The name Rovaniemi is made up of two Sámi words, Rova and Niemi, meaning a forested mountain ridge. Snow covers the area for 175 days a year, with average annual temperatures around 1°C. Many temperature records have been recorded here, including a record where the sun shone continuously for 122 hours. Rovaniemi is also the official home of Santa Claus. Santa Claus's original home was in the mysterious place Korvatunturi, the 'Ear Feld,' whose exact location is known only to a few chosen ones. However, in 1985, Santa Claus decided to establish an office here in Rovaniemi. This allows him to meet visitors from all over the world and share his wisdom about happiness. There is also a post office where you can send postcards to your friends with a special stamp. Transfer to the hotel, dinner, overnight stay.
day 2:
sant's village + northern lights hunt
After breakfast, free time for individual exploration of the city of Rovaniemi or Santa's Village. At the central square, you can cross the Arctic Circle. Christmas is literally celebrated here all year round; you can send a postcard from Santa Claus's post office, which delivers worldwide, visit Mrs. Santa Claus's café, meet elf reindeer or huskies. Next is a private visit directly with Santa Claus, where you can take photos with him, children can draw pictures or write letters in his presence. In the afternoon, return to Rovaniemi, free time to visit the city. Santa Claus also has his city office with a post office located on Lordi Square, named after the Finnish rock band. We also recommend visiting museums – Arktikum, which introduces you to the history and nature of Lapland and features a polar lights simulation; the Korundi Museum of Contemporary Art; or the Tiedeskus Museum about Finnish forests. Don’t forget to try local restaurants offering various dishes made from reindeer or bear meat. After dinner, in the evening, we set out on a northern lights hunt (aurora borealis). In Finland, it is visible about 200 days a year, making it one of the best places in the world to see it. The Aurora expedition is conducted comfortably by minibus, with stops for photography along the way. You will receive tips on how to take the best photos of the northern lights to capture them realistically and keep the most beautiful memory. You will enjoy a hot drink, taste traditional Lappish gingerbread, and then just wait to see if the northern lights appear on the horizon. The guide will provide information about the nature and animals of Lapland. Return to the hotel, overnight stay.
day 3:
husky & reindeer farm + snowmobiles
After breakfast, enjoy some free time to explore the city of Rovaniemi. In the afternoon, we'll head out on a snowmobile safari (a driver's license is required), venturing into the quiet, peaceful Lapland forest. As you ride, you can imagine how the Sámi people once traveled through this landscape before snowmobiles were invented. Next, we'll visit a husky farm, where the musher will share more information about huskies. Then comes the ride itself—driving a team of huskies along the white, sparkling trails is an experience that's almost a must on any trip to Lapland. The eager dogs run at full speed while the sled glides effortlessly over the snowdrifts. It's an unforgettable experience! Our adventure continues with a visit to a reindeer farm, where you'll learn more about these Santa’s companions, followed by a short ride on a sled pulled by reindeer. Please note that flying reindeer are reserved exclusively for Santa Claus. Handling them requires special driving skills honed over centuries. Every December 23rd, Santa Claus leaves the Arctic Circle to deliver Christmas presents to children around the world. Return to the hotel, dinner, overnight stay.
day 4:
departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and flight to Prague (or Vienna) with a connection.
Trip Rating
About Price
Price Includes:
- Air transport Prague-Rovaniemi-Prague or Vienna-Rovaniemi-Vienna (with a connection) in economy class including taxes and surcharges
- 3 nights in a *** hotel with half board
- Transfers according to the program
- Admissions according to the program
- Services of a guide + local guide
- Insurance according to Act No. 159/1999 Coll.
Price does not include:
- Admissions and excursions beyond the program
- Meals beyond the program
- Public transport (from 3.60 EUR, payment by card to the bus driver)
Approximate entrance fees:
- Arktikum Rovaniemi - 20 EUR
- Korundu Cultural House - 11 EUR
- World of Snowmen - 29 EUR
Information:
- Program and hotel changes reserved. The minimum number of participants required for the trip to take place is 10 people.
Card payments are common, but we recommend bringing some cash for small purchases. The currency in Finland is the euro.
Average annual temperatures: January -8°C February -7°C March -3°C April 2°C May 11°C June 17°C July 20°C August 18°C September 12°C October 4°C November -1°C December -4°C
Winter clothing will be provided for the group activities. However, we recommend bringing your own clothes for free time. A driver's license is required to ride snowmobiles and must be shown on site. Snowmobiling is not recommended for children aged 0-3 years. Children over 140 cm may ride as passengers with the guide.
Accommodation starts according to international rules from 2 p.m., check-out by 10 a.m. (regardless of flight arrival or departure times). In case of early departure or late arrival, a package will be prepared.
Hotel Sokos Rovaniemi, Scandic Rovaniemi, or similar. Hotels in Scandinavia often have saunas, so we recommend bringing swimwear.
AURORA BOREALIS: The Northern Lights are most visible from late August to April in northern Finland. Auroras caused by solar winds occur year-round, but the nights must be dark enough to see them. You can track aurora activity in Finland on the Finnish Meteorological Institute's website: https://en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi/auroras-and-space-weather. Local Northern Lights apps are also available in different parts of Finland. Please keep in mind that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, so while we hope to see them, their appearance cannot be guaranteed.
Rooms:
Double room
Double room, 2 separate beds
Meals:Our customers rated it with 4.8/6
Half board
Offer code: RVN1104
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Finland
Extended weekend in Sant's village
Round trip
Why choose this trip
Untouched nature and the feeling that you are the only ones in the world. Thanks to endless pine forests, countless lakes, and the lowest population density in Europe, Finland offers everything for those who prefer inspiring solitude during their holiday.
You can witness a heavenly symphony of colors playing in every shade of yellow, green, and pink in Finland for up to 200 days a year. However, you need to travel far north to the Lapland region. The magical experience is definitely worth the journey beyond the Arctic Circle.
- Departure options from Prague and Vienna
- An experience for both children and adults
- Sant's Office Beyond the Arctic Circle
- Half board included
Tour program:
day 1:
departure / arrival
Departure from Prague (or Vienna) with a transfer in Helsinki to Lapland's Rovaniemi. The airport runway is crossed by the Arctic Circle, as the city is the gateway beyond the Arctic Circle. The name Rovaniemi is made up of two Sámi words, Rova and Niemi, meaning a forested mountain ridge. Snow covers the area for 175 days a year, with average annual temperatures around 1°C. Many temperature records have been recorded here, including a record where the sun shone continuously for 122 hours. Rovaniemi is also the official home of Santa Claus. Santa Claus's original home was in the mysterious place Korvatunturi, the 'Ear Feld,' whose exact location is known only to a few chosen ones. However, in 1985, Santa Claus decided to establish an office here in Rovaniemi. This allows him to meet visitors from all over the world and share his wisdom about happiness. There is also a post office where you can send postcards to your friends with a special stamp. Transfer to the hotel, dinner, overnight stay.
day 2:
sant's village + northern lights hunt
After breakfast, free time for individual exploration of the city of Rovaniemi or Santa's Village. At the central square, you can cross the Arctic Circle. Christmas is literally celebrated here all year round; you can send a postcard from Santa Claus's post office, which delivers worldwide, visit Mrs. Santa Claus's café, meet elf reindeer or huskies. Next is a private visit directly with Santa Claus, where you can take photos with him, children can draw pictures or write letters in his presence. In the afternoon, return to Rovaniemi, free time to visit the city. Santa Claus also has his city office with a post office located on Lordi Square, named after the Finnish rock band. We also recommend visiting museums – Arktikum, which introduces you to the history and nature of Lapland and features a polar lights simulation; the Korundi Museum of Contemporary Art; or the Tiedeskus Museum about Finnish forests. Don’t forget to try local restaurants offering various dishes made from reindeer or bear meat. After dinner, in the evening, we set out on a northern lights hunt (aurora borealis). In Finland, it is visible about 200 days a year, making it one of the best places in the world to see it. The Aurora expedition is conducted comfortably by minibus, with stops for photography along the way. You will receive tips on how to take the best photos of the northern lights to capture them realistically and keep the most beautiful memory. You will enjoy a hot drink, taste traditional Lappish gingerbread, and then just wait to see if the northern lights appear on the horizon. The guide will provide information about the nature and animals of Lapland. Return to the hotel, overnight stay.
day 3:
husky & reindeer farm + snowmobiles
After breakfast, enjoy some free time to explore the city of Rovaniemi. In the afternoon, we'll head out on a snowmobile safari (a driver's license is required), venturing into the quiet, peaceful Lapland forest. As you ride, you can imagine how the Sámi people once traveled through this landscape before snowmobiles were invented. Next, we'll visit a husky farm, where the musher will share more information about huskies. Then comes the ride itself—driving a team of huskies along the white, sparkling trails is an experience that's almost a must on any trip to Lapland. The eager dogs run at full speed while the sled glides effortlessly over the snowdrifts. It's an unforgettable experience! Our adventure continues with a visit to a reindeer farm, where you'll learn more about these Santa’s companions, followed by a short ride on a sled pulled by reindeer. Please note that flying reindeer are reserved exclusively for Santa Claus. Handling them requires special driving skills honed over centuries. Every December 23rd, Santa Claus leaves the Arctic Circle to deliver Christmas presents to children around the world. Return to the hotel, dinner, overnight stay.
day 4:
departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and flight to Prague (or Vienna) with a connection.
Trip Rating
About Price
Price Includes:
- Air transport Prague-Rovaniemi-Prague or Vienna-Rovaniemi-Vienna (with a connection) in economy class including taxes and surcharges
- 3 nights in a *** hotel with half board
- Transfers according to the program
- Admissions according to the program
- Services of a guide + local guide
- Insurance according to Act No. 159/1999 Coll.
Price does not include:
- Admissions and excursions beyond the program
- Meals beyond the program
- Public transport (from 3.60 EUR, payment by card to the bus driver)
Approximate entrance fees:
- Arktikum Rovaniemi - 20 EUR
- Korundu Cultural House - 11 EUR
- World of Snowmen - 29 EUR
Information:
- Program and hotel changes reserved. The minimum number of participants required for the trip to take place is 10 people.
Card payments are common, but we recommend bringing some cash for small purchases. The currency in Finland is the euro.
Average annual temperatures: January -8°C February -7°C March -3°C April 2°C May 11°C June 17°C July 20°C August 18°C September 12°C October 4°C November -1°C December -4°C
Winter clothing will be provided for the group activities. However, we recommend bringing your own clothes for free time. A driver's license is required to ride snowmobiles and must be shown on site. Snowmobiling is not recommended for children aged 0-3 years. Children over 140 cm may ride as passengers with the guide.
Accommodation starts according to international rules from 2 p.m., check-out by 10 a.m. (regardless of flight arrival or departure times). In case of early departure or late arrival, a package will be prepared.
Hotel Sokos Rovaniemi, Scandic Rovaniemi, or similar. Hotels in Scandinavia often have saunas, so we recommend bringing swimwear.
AURORA BOREALIS: The Northern Lights are most visible from late August to April in northern Finland. Auroras caused by solar winds occur year-round, but the nights must be dark enough to see them. You can track aurora activity in Finland on the Finnish Meteorological Institute's website: https://en.ilmatieteenlaitos.fi/auroras-and-space-weather. Local Northern Lights apps are also available in different parts of Finland. Please keep in mind that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, so while we hope to see them, their appearance cannot be guaranteed.
Rooms:
Meals:Our customers rated it with 4.8/6
Offer code: RVN1104