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Finland Family Holiday
Finland Family Holiday
Take the family to a true winter wonderland on this six-day adventure through Finnish Lapland. Start in Helsinki with a visit to the interactive Heureka Finnish Science Center, then take the Santa Claus Express overnight train to Rovaniemi – the official hometown of Santa Claus, where the kids will get the chance to meet the jolly man himself. Spend three nights in the heart of the Finnish wilderness, exploring the snow-dusted woodlands with the help of incredible huskies and visiting a reindeer farm. Whether you’re experiencing arctic cocooning or drinking hot berry juice around the fire, there’s unforgettable fun to be had for travellers of all ages.
Activities
- Helsinki to Rovaniemi – Santa Claus Express Overnight Train
- Helsinki – City walking tour
- Helsinki – Heureka Finnish Science Center visit and guided tour
- Rovaniemi – Santa Village
- Rovaniemi – Reindeer farm
- Rovaniemi – Husky safari experience
- Levi – Halipuu Forest – Tree hugging & cocooning experience
Highlights
- Hop onboard the Santa Claus Express and enjoy a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the magic of meeting Santa at his Finnish home in the artic circle.
- Spend time with huskies and learn interesting facts about sled dogs before enjoying the thrill of being whisked through the woodlands by these beautiful animals.
- Visit a local Reindeer Farm where you will get to meet these beautiful animals up close and learn the art of reindeer herding and life on the farm.
- Find a moment of calm as you are guided through a tree-hugging forest and wrapped in a hammock for a truly unique Finnish experience of arctic cocooning.
- The aurora borealis is the best lightshow on Earth, and this trip is your ticket. Stay up late to see the northern sky dance with green light (subject to weather conditions).
| Day 1 |
This sustainable capital city will charm you with its beautiful sea-facing landscape, diverse architecture and world-famous design. While the city is modern and lively, the archipelago and green forests are quickly reached via an efficient public transportation system for those looking for nature. Helsinki's neoclassical buildings were often used as a backdrop for films set in the Soviet Union including The Kremlin Letter (1970), Reds (1981), and Gorky Park (1983). |
| Day 2 |
Rovaniemi is located at the Arctic Circle. And sometimes called "The second capital of Finland". It is a service centre of education, commerce and administration. We have the most northern university in EU, with four faculties. And the multi-interdisciplinary institution of Rovaniemi polytechnic, which can offer wide variety of degree programmes. Rovaniemi is a town of absolute seasons of the year. In the northern Finland you can enjoy real winter and nightless nights in
summer. |
| Day 3 |
Rovaniemi is located at the Arctic Circle. And sometimes called "The second capital of Finland". It is a service centre of education, commerce and administration. We have the most northern university in EU, with four faculties. And the multi-interdisciplinary institution of Rovaniemi polytechnic, which can offer wide variety of degree programmes. Rovaniemi is a town of absolute seasons of the year. In the northern Finland you can enjoy real winter and nightless nights in
summer. |
| Day 4 |
Rovaniemi is located at the Arctic Circle. And sometimes called "The second capital of Finland". It is a service centre of education, commerce and administration. We have the most northern university in EU, with four faculties. And the multi-interdisciplinary institution of Rovaniemi polytechnic, which can offer wide variety of degree programmes. Rovaniemi is a town of absolute seasons of the year. In the northern Finland you can enjoy real winter and nightless nights in
summer. |
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08/03/25 - 10/26/25 |
Starting At $3,085 |
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01/04/26 - 09/27/26 |
Starting At $3,160 |
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12/13/26 - 12/18/26 |
Starting At $3,610 |
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01/03/27 - 12/12/27 |
Starting At $3,160 |
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Offer subject to availability and change without notice. Some restrictions may apply.
