New Year’s Eve in the Arctic Circle – 5 Days in Rovaniemi

Welcome to Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland! Almost totally destroyed during World War II, today it’s a modern city known for being the "official" home town of Santa Claus, and for being a perfect spot for seeing the Northern Lights. It’s home to the Arktikum, a museum and science center exploring the Arctic region and the history of Finnish Lapland. The Science Centre Pilke features interactive exhibits on northern forests! You will be picked up at the airport (or train station) and taken to the Nordic Unique Travels Office where you will get dressed with proper Winter Clothes. After that, you will head to the Finnish magical forest covered in pure white snow to enjoy the Arctic Circle Traditional Campfire Dinner. You will end your special day with the exciting Northern Lights Hunting Tour!

  Leave from Rovaniemi by your speedy Snowmobile and take a short walk to reach the lake. Start drilling a hole on the icy lake, and wait and relax for the fish while enjoying the Lappish wilderness surrounding you. The scenery around is amazing, ideal for you to shoot memorable photos of this special holiday! After that, make a Bonfire and grill some of the tasty fish we might catch!  At night, you will see New Year’s Eve fireworks and have some free champagne during a Northern Lights Photography Tour! At Lapland’s capital, New Years Eve festivities are magical, you will be delighted with the colorful, festive atmosphere of the amazing Fireworks lighting up the skies and reflecting off on the white snow! It's pure magic! Get some photos with you and the amazing auroras at the same time

  At the Reindeer farm, you will meet the real reindeer herders, who will tell you about their way of life hand by hand with nature! You will have a Reindeer sleigh which will give you a taste of the old traditional way of traveling in Lapland. The quiet and comfortable reindeer sleigh ride helps you to clear out your mind and release stress, you will also receive a driver's license certificate!  After that, head for the Santa Claus Village; underneath the Arctic Circle, it is Christmas all year round! Spend an unforgettable visit to Santa Park! You will have a private meeting with Santa Claus, and visit the popular and sweet Santa's Post office! You will join the Elves in their magic world, and you will have the chance to send greetings from Santa's Post Office. Also, the Arctic Circle cuts right through Santa Claus Village! A white line denoting the Arctic Circle (at its position in 1865) is painted across the park. You will officially enter the Arctic area when you cross the line. The line is a very popular photo spot for every visitor! You also will acquire the Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate.The lunch will be provided at Santa's place, where you will have the opportunity to taste the traditional Finnish buffet.

Your first stop of the day will be at the Husky farm! The enthusiasm of Husky dogs, the atmosphere of old days and the exoticism of Lapland. You will meet the genuine Siberian Huskies, enjoy the environment and get thrilled by the speed of the sled in the forest! After the unforgettable experience with the Huskies, stop for a lunch break in the beautiful outdoors while your guide prepares a delicious Lappish lunch by the snow campfire!  At night you will check in at the Arctic Snow Hotel and have one of the most wonderful nights of your life! The Snow Hotel is a complete comfort, they are located on the Arctic Circle, far enough from the city lights of Rovaniemi. Although there is no way to guarantee an Aurora sighting – since a clear sky, geomagnetic activity and a dash of luck are needed – the probability for a great Northern Lights show at the Arctic Snow Hotel is almost optimal! Experience the most traditional custom in Finland.

It's your last day in Winter land and it is time for you to chill and be comfortable! In the morning, head to the peaceful snow-covered Winterland for magic walk into the Arctic Secret Forest. Here you can cross the Arctic Circle and experience the wilds of Lapland just outside Rovaniemi. After, you are free to do what you want, until you will be picked up to be taken either to the airport or train station!