Itinerary
Departures from: Gatwick, Manchester.Day OneThe children will love being greeted at Ivalo Airport by a reindeer with its Sami handler, and one of Santa's elves - a delightful photo opportunity to capture your family's first few minutes in Santa's homeland. A short, comfortable 25-minute coach-ride transfers you to your hotel or cosy chalet in Saariselkä, with just enough time to see if you can spot more reindeer or Santa's hut through the forests bordering the road. Time for your ‘Michelin-man' impersonations, as we get you fitted with your special complimentary thermal over-suits, boots, gloves and hats. Fun-time - a chance to explore and get your bearings in this winter wonderland, make snowmen, go tobogganing or just relax in a fragrant Finnish sauna. For chalet guests and hotel guests on our full-board option, a wonderful first night dinner in your hotel or chalet, to set the scene for tomorrow's excitement! Day Two We will pick you up for the ultimate Christmas adventure, enjoying all the following exciting activities at some point throughout the day, all of which are included in our prices. Reindeer Sleigh Ride - meet your reindeer and your local Sami guide, learn the Lappish reindeer names, then take a wonderful 7-10 minute ride into the picturesque woods, with the children cuddled under blankets on your knee. Husky Sled Ride, where the children get to ride with a parent (and shout ‘mush mush!' at every opportunity!), and grown-ups can all take a turn at actually ‘driving' your own sled! Imagine your sled, drawn by five or six eager huskies, straining at the leash and desperate to run, then released and you're off on a thrilling 20-30 minute adventure, racing through the snow-covered woods - the perfect way to experience Lapland's winter wonderland. Traditional Arctic Circle Ceremony, where a Sami guide will introduce you to their traditional culture with stories and maybe a song or two, and every guest receives a special souvenir certificate to celebrate your intrepid crossing of the Arctic Circle. Lunch is also included to recharge your batteries for the afternoon. This will be a simple 2-course meal with separate options for the children and plenty of hot berry juice, squash, tea and coffee available. A host of snow and ice activities to enjoy such as ice-fishing, snow-hockey, kick-sledding (a crazy cross between a scooter and a toboggan!), tandem skiing, mini skidoo rides for the children, tobogganing and snow sculpture - a chance for all budding artists to convert a large block of compact snow into a work of art. See your children's faces light up with wonder as you fulfil your family's Search for Santa and meet Santa Claus himself, in an exclusive private family gathering in his hideaway log-cabin home, with his helpers on hand to make you welcome and ensure there is magic in the air! Refreshments are included too and are available indoors throughout the day, for those times when a few minutes warming up is welcome. Finally, back ‘home' in your hotel or chalet, sit down as a family and enjoy a wonderful Gala Dinner (optional in hotels) and relive every unforgettable moment of your biggest ever Christmas adventure! Day Three Fun-time again, with the chance to thrill to another big adventure, whether pre-booked in the UK or chosen the night before from our Optional Adventures. You may have fallen in love with the huskies and want to experience the sled ride again, or perhaps try or snowmobiling - there are plenty of options to choose from. This morning also gives you a chance to browse the village's souvenir shops, to choose from their range of traditional hand-made Lappish items and clothes, Christmas gifts and toys. We will collect you from your doorstep by coach and take you to the airport to catch your flight home, to a chorus of fond farewells. Enjoy the magic of Lapland The information contained within Santatripsonline.co.uk is provided by the Tour Operators concerned. Every care has been taken to ensure its accuracy, however, Santatripsonline.com cannot be held responsible for any typographical errors. Please double check your itinerary at time of booking. Barrhead Travel Ltd act as retail agents for ATOL Holders for all Day Breaks and Short Stay visitis to Lapland
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