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Santa Holidays

Last year we took 6,000 kids to see the real santa

Lapland is full of magic, from fun-packed adventures in the snowy wilderness to meeting Santa. With enjoyable day trips or longer holidays departing from your local airport come and have an unforgettable time.


We have 2 fantastic adventures for you to choose from, each packed with magical memories for you to take home and cherish forever. Your special day in Lapland can be as action-packed or as magically relaxed as you like.

Santa Park, Rovaniemi

Come and spend the day in Santa's secret underground grotto and graduate as one of his elves. Meet Old Man Reindeer and listen to stories as you learn about the Arctic Circle crossing ceremony.
Santa's a busy man, but he's made time to meet you and your new friends on your special day. Ask the Elves how to greet him in Finnish and receive a super present.

With the opportunity to help the elves decorate their favourite gingerbread cookies, before joining them in their busy workshop to make festive party decorations, your children or grandchildren will have an unforgettable festive adventure.

Day Trips to Rovaniemi depart from a wide range of regional UK airports.
Departure Airports Departure Date

Birmingham
Exeter
Durham Tees Valley

5th December 2009

Gatwick
Manchester
Humberside
Bournemouth

6th December 2009

Manchester
Bristol
Stansted

12th December 2009

Gatwick
Manchester
Edinburgh
Norwich

13th December 2009

Gatwick
Newcastle
Gatwick

19th December 2009

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An Icy Igloo Adventure, Kittila

Experience the snowy magic of Lapland on this special story time adventure.

Heading to The Snow Village in the middle of a frosty forest, you'll meet all Santa's helpers and friends, hearing stories and trying out activities like reindeer sleigh rides and snowshoeing; you'll even meet the big man himself.

You'll have lunch at Mrs Claus's log restaurant, with plenty of tasty treats to give you energy for the day's fun activities.

You'll meet a real Shaman, a traditional Lappish storyteller, who will perform a special Arctic ceremony.

Explore Lapland's amazing Ice Hotel, where you'll see the stunning snow architecture, frosted rooms and glass-like furniture of this sub-zero setting.

Day Trips to Kittila depart from London Gatwick, East Midlands and Manchester only.
Departure Airports Departure Date

Gatwick
Manchester

5th December 2009

Gatwick
Manchester

12th December 2009

Manchester
East Midlands

18th December 2009
Gatwick 21st December 2009
Gatwick 22nd December 2009

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Lapland

Lapland 3 or 4 Night Holidays

Stay a little longer and squeeze loads into your fun-packed adventure with our fantastic 3 or 4 night holidays. With the choice of 4 resorts each offering a wealth of exciting activities, there's something for everyone.

Day 1 – Let the magic begin (All Guests)
Have a special welcome to Lapland by meeting Santa's friendly elves who will take you on an exciting journey into the snowy Arctic Circle. Take time to build your first snowman!

Day 2 – Jolly holiday (All Guests)
Have fun together in the snow! Travel in style with taster rides on a husky dog sledge or snowmobile. Join in the traditional Arctic Circle Crossing Ceremony.

Day 3 – Playtime (for Guests on 4 night stays)
(Guests on 3 day stays should read Day 4 for details of their third day's itinerary).

After trying some of Lapland's most exciting activities yesterday, today you can choose if you want to try something new or which ones you want to do again, with longer snowmobile, husky dog and reindeer safaris across this sparkly winter wonderland (Additional Cost)

Day 4 – Christmas treats and festive wishes (All Guests)

In Rovaniemi you'll begin this magical day at SantaPark, deep in an underground grotto. Then, you can buy presents at Santa Claus' Village and visit Santa's Post Office, where you can write home telling your friends about your adventures or send Santa your Christmas list. All the letters you post get a special Arctic Circle stamp!

In Kittila (Levi, Yllas, Pallas and Kilpis) you'll visit Santa's activity area for the coolest fun. You can ride a reindeer sleigh, go tobogganing and step into Santa's workshop to make shiny Christmas ornaments and decorate delicious cookies with the elves. You'll really be Santa's little helper!

In all resorts spend your final night enjoying a delicious dinner, with crackers and all the trimmings. Say goodbye to the friendly elves. See Santa arrive on his reindeer sleigh, with a special present for every child.

3 and 4 nights stays depart from a range of airports on selected dates.

3 Night Stays

Departure Airports Departure Dates

Gatwick
Manchester
East Midlands
Bristol

6th December 2009
13th December 2009
20th December 2000

 

4 Night Stays

Departure Airports Departure Dates

Gatwick
Manchester
East Midlands
Bristol

2nd December 2009
16th December 2009
19th December 2009
23rd December 2009

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Lapland 1 Week New Years Eve Holidays

For a magical start to your new year come and have fun in Lapland. Enjoy a wide range of activities before celebrating on New Year’s Eve with a festive gala dinner and a glass of bubbly, followed by a starlit firework display. On the first day of the New Year visit the Snow Ice Park, where you explore the amazing ice hotel and admire the chilled surroundings of the incredible ice bar.

 

New Year 7 night trip

27 December: Season's greetings
Arrive in Lapland

Santa’s friendly elves will meet you at the airport before whisking you away on a magical journey to your cosy hotel or log cabin. Then, once you’ve wrapped up warm in snug thermal clothes provided, it’s time for lunch and to plan your week’s adventures. After your first day of fun in the Arctic Circle, you’ll enjoy a traditional dinner.

28 December: Snowmobile adventure
Snow mobile adventure

Zoom past sugary landscapes and snowy lakes on an exciting two-hour family adventure through the woods on snowmobiles. The rest of the day is yours to try out other snowy activities or explore your festive resort.

29, 30 December and 02 January: Time to play
You can spend these three days just how you want, with many outdoor adventures to choose from; maybe you’ll take a longer snowmobile adventure, enjoy husky dog or reindeer rides, or try a spot of downhill or cross-country skiing (additional cost).

New Year's Eve Snowy fun day
Waking up to soft, snowy landscapes, it’s time for family fun, with a short snowmobile safari and a taster ride on a sleigh pulled by lively husky dogs. Then you can fill your day with exciting activities like sledging, snow tubing or tobogganing, and see amazing snow sculptures made by Santa’s elves.
After plenty of fresh air and with a red nose like Rudolph’s and rosy cheeks, you’ll crunch through the deep snow and, if you’re lucky, meet Santa Claus himself, freshly woken from his long sleep after his busy Christmas adventures.
On this magical night, you’ll see in the new year with a festive gala dinner and a glass of bubbly, followed by a starlit firework display.

New Year's Day Snow place like Snow Ice Park

A fantastic start to the year, you’ll welcome in the first day of the new year with a big breakfast, before going to Snow Ice Park, where you can shop for souvenirs, explore the amazing ice hotel and admire the chilled surroundings of the incredible ice bar.

Order of activities is a guide and may vary between resorts.

Flights depart from either Gatwick or Manchester. Please use the search panel to check availability and book.

       

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