Our Journeys to Magical Lapland

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Snowy Peaks, Silent Forests, and Majestic Reindeers

Nestled high within the arctic circle lies a place that blends magical imagination with breathtaking reality. A wintery wonderland where snow stretches in all directions and nature’s showstopping spectacle the northern lights dances across the night sky.

Lapland is quite unlike anywhere else on the planet. A vast, unrestrained wilderness blanketed with snow simply begging to be used for a snowball fight or to build a snowman, delightful towns that wouldn’t appear out of place in fairy tales, thick forests with ancient origins, and of course, Lapland’s most famous resident, Santa Clause.

Whether you’re making the trip north with young children desperate to catch a glimpse of jolly St Nicholas and perhaps a few of the roughly 200,000 reindeer in the region or simply as adults looking for a spectacular setting for one of the most unique holiday destinations around, Lapland is where the magic comes to lif

Lapland is the world's greatest real-life adventure park! This immense, snow-covered frontier stretches across the top of Europe, offering truly endless space for fun. It's a place where the air is fresh, the forest goes on forever, and the land is guarded by thousands of majestic reindeer. You’ll instantly feel like you’ve stepped into a beautiful storybook.

While you are here, you can experience things you can’t anywhere else: racing across frozen lakes in a husky-pulled sled, cuddling up warm next to a bonfire, and even driving your own tiny snowmobile! In winter, the sun never rises high, painting the sky in incredible shades of blue, pink, and purple—and, if you're lucky, you might see the famous Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) dancing overhead.

It’s a magical place that effortlessly blends the breathtaking wilderness with exciting, unforgettable family activities, making it the perfect destination for every age.

Visiting Lapland for Christmas is an experience that no child (or adult!) will ever forget. That moment when your sleigh pulls up outside Santa’s house in the forest will leave people of all ages with that warm, magical feeling inside that we all have as children but which gradually fades as we grow up.

 

But this is no Disneyland Christmas. Lapland's remoteness and ruggedness provide a glorious setting for an experience that remains intrinsically linked with the natural world. While there is plenty of time to curl up next to a cosy fire, a few days in Lapland promises plenty of outdoor fun and a truly unique, authentic Christmas experience.

While visiting the Big Man will probably sit high on every wish list, there’s plenty more to do while you're in Lapland! Whether you’re looking for high-octane fun through ancient forests or the more serene sedate as you make use of the saunas and amenities, there's plenty to keep everyone happy.

 

Unforgettable Arctic Experiences:

 

  • Dash Through the Snow by Sled: Perhaps you've always dreamed of riding a sled pulled by powerful husky dogs or majestic reindeer! You'll be hurled through a frozen wilderness quite unlike anything you've ever experienced, looking forward to the moos.

  • Throttle Up on a Snowmobile: The best way to explore Lapland's vastness is by taking the wheel of a snowmobile. You can learn to drive one yourself, or join a guided safari to explore frozen lakes and silent, snowy forests.

  • Witness the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis): This is one of nature's true wonders—a sight so mesmerising that it's almost worth making the long journey to simply stare up at the sky in amazement. If you're lucky enough to witness it, these dazzling lights are quite simply spellbinding! Tip: There's a good deal of fortune involved, so keep your fingers crossed and stay up-to-date with a Northern Lights forecast app.

  • Relax and Rejuvenate: After a day of adventure, make use of the saunas and excellent amenities available in towns like Pyhä, where you can unwind and warm up for the next day's excitement.

An Experience to Remember

We are happy to offer everything from two-day trips to three-night packages that allow you to experience much more of what Lapland has to offer.

There are holidays that you'll always vaguely remember, then there are experiences that you'll never forget. Children might be looking forward to seeing Santa Claus the most, but in years to come, it may well be the sleigh ride through the frigid forest with the setting sun as a backdrop that they remember the most. While adults who had long considered themselves too old to experience Christmas as they did as children, might best recall the moment when they finally came face-to-face with Santa.

There’s no wrong way to experience Lapland. However you choose to do it, this is one place that stays with you for the rest of your life.