Finnish Lapland: A Winter Journey for All Ages

Helsinki

Arrive Helsinki, Finland

Arrive in the political, intellectual and cultural capital of Finland. Founded in 1550, it is renowned for its fiercely independent artists and architects. Discover the port city's warren of bays, inlets and islands and wander its broad, tree-lined boulevards for world-class cultural, dining and shopping opportunities. Explore Helsinki's Temppeliaukio Church, an iconic structure hewn directly into solid rock. Stroll through Helsinki Market Square's stalls to sample fried Finnish minnows and buttered rye bread while mingling with locals. For a sense of calm amid the big city, head to Esplandi Park and pay tribute to its modest statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Finland's national poet. As evening begins, dive into Nordic culture with a private cooking class inspired by Finland's pure and unspoiled wilderness. Taking center stage are local, seasonal ingredients including wild plants, forest mushrooms, fresh herbs, berries and locally caught fish and game. Sit down to savor the gastronomic fruits of your labor - each dish a sophisticated tribute to Finland's pristine nature.

• Meals Included:
• Dinner

Helsinki

Helsinki | Scenic City Center Passage

Hop aboard a vintage cherry red tram that has been converted into a moving pub. Glide through the streets of Helsinki's iconic districts on this historic SparaKOFF while sipping Finnish craft beer, wine or kid-friendly refreshments. Pass by significant landmarks as your private guide recounts the city's layered history, architecture and culture.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi | Arctic Ceremonies and Aurora Hunting

Leave the cosmopolitan life in Helsinki behind as you arrive in Rovaniemi and settle into your boutique lakeside hotel. Delve into your wintry adventure with an enchanting Arctic welcome, travelling by reindeer sleigh to a local reindeer farm. As the sun sets and the stars begin to shine, a world of options for all-ages Arctic adventure opens up. While children take a magical lantern walk, listening to traditional northern lights folklore, teens and young adults can learn hands-on Arctic survival skills, an expert host guiding them in traditional fire-starting techniques and understanding how Arctic explorers manage winter conditions. For adults, a photography workshop unlocks key techniques to capture the aurora in low-light conditions while using a camera or smartphone. Gather around the open fire as the evening wanes, enjoying hot beverages and local delicacies such as marshmallows or grilled sausages, waiting in hopes for the northern lights to appear.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi | Traversing Lapland and Meeting Elves

Today is open for you to relax, explore at your own pace or embrace the thrilling magic of Lapland on the adventures of your choice. Adults drive across Lapland's frozen lakes with an expert guide or learn traditional ice fishing techniques and local winter customs in the Arctic wilderness. In the heart of Lapland, speed, skill and excitement come together as young explorers take the wheel and learn the art of drifting a high-performance ice kart across the Arctic circuit. Meanwhile, kids gather around a fireplace to decorate their own gingerbread houses alongside elves. Alternately, children join professor elves to learn essential elf skills before wandering through the magical Secret Forest. Afterward, the kids meet Santa Claus in his forest hut and receive a personalized keepsake letter.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi | Finnish Traditions, Past and Present

Journey into the snowy wilderness on a private husky safari. After an experienced musher provides instruction, take the sled's reins and let the rhythm of the huskies guide you across pristine Arctic landscapes. This exclusive experience reveals the immense bond between musher and huskies, built on trust and teamwork. Meanwhile, teens and young adults venture into the Arctic wilderness on a snowmobile, traversing Lapland's frozen rivers and snow-covered forests into the countryside, where a local expert guides them through the art of traditional ice fishing. Children enter the enchanting Snowman World with their guide, discovering intricate snow structures, skating across the outdoor ice rink and wandering through an ice labyrinth to a playful Snowman Disco. After the day's activities have ended, adults join a time-honored Finnish wellness experience with a wood-heated sauna and private lakeside outdoor jacuzzi. Surrounded by the Arctic's peaceful landscape, restore body and mind while honoring Finnish traditions.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi | Journey Farther into Lapland

Today is yours to experience as you like: explore at your own pace or venture deeper into Lapland's untouched landscapes on a private snowmobile excursion. Follow your expert guide through remote trails, past snowy forests and into pristine wilderness. Meanwhile, teens and young adults experience the surreal beauty of Arctic ice floating. While wearing specially designed insulated suits that keep them warm and dry, teens and young adults float among the ice beneath the Arctic sky. Welcomed by cheerful elves, children enter Santa's Toy Factory while accompanied by their private guide. Kids explore the enchanting workshop and join in playful activities, discovering how Santa's magical gifts are prepared. The experience ends with meeting Santa Claus and receiving a gift.

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast

Rovaniemi

Depart Rovaniemi

• Meals Included:
• Breakfast