Top Lapland Car Tours - page 3

Spotting the elusive northern lights is an unforgettable experience and though nothing celestial is ever guaranteed, this private tour ensures you maximize your chances. With a personal guide and private vehicle, you are free to travel and chase further and longer, escape the crowds, and visit remote viewing areas unreachable by the larger tour buses.

This is the perfect tour for kids and adults alike! Make childhood dreams come true by visiting Santa in Santa Claus Village. You’ll see Santa’s Post Office, and take part in an Arctic Circle Crossing ceremony. It’ll be the ultimate hassle-free day without anything to organize as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. As well as meeting Santa, you’ll enjoy a guided city sightseeing tour of Rovaniemi.

-We hunt the lights with 96% succes rate -Real local drivers / guides with great photography skills -Young team full of energy! -We prioritase safety on all trips! Well rested drivers even on busy times.

Ranua Wildlife Park is home to more than 200 different animals, including more than 50 Arctic species. This full-day tour includes round-trip transport from Rovaniemi and admission to the wildlife park. Enjoy a guided walk around the park, learn all about the various animals and their natural habitats, and spot wildlife such as Arctic fox, brown bear, wild forest reindeer, and Finland’s only polar bears.

Book in advance to save time in Rovaniemi and enjoy a reindeer-drawn ride through Lapland’s forests without having to arrange your own return transport with this excursion. After hotel pickup, visit a reindeer farm in the countryside, settle inside a cozy sled and carve through snowy woodlands pulled by a reindeer. Afterward, enjoy hot berry juice and snacks, learn about reindeer life from the herders, and feed the reindeers.

Your evening begins with a seamless private pickup in Rovaniemi, whisking you away to a hidden lakeside retreat deep within the Arctic forest. Here, far from any light pollution, you will unwind by a roaring campfire, enjoying the authentic flavors of traditional grilled sausages and homemade berry pie served with steaming local juice. After a quick change into professional thermal gear, the adrenaline kicks in as you take command of a snowmobile or ATV to navigate the frost-covered trails in search of the dancing Northern Lights. This immersive journey through the silent, snow-laden wilderness offers the perfect balance of Arctic thrills and cozy Lapland hospitality, concluding with a comfortable transfer back to the city.

The midnight sun phenomenon only occurs for about a month north of the Arctic Circle. Don’t miss out on seeing it and catching it on camera with this Rovaniemi Midnight Sun Photography Tour. Enjoy taking pictures of the phenomena in a Lapland forest with a guide to help you. Coffee or tea and round-trip transport are also included with this tour. Please note: If you're booking this tour outside of Midnight Sun time (June 6th to July 7th, then you'll enjoy taking pictures of the sunset instead.)

If you’re a lover of sports, no visit to Lapland is complete without a ski run down the region’s snowy slopes. Discover one of Finland’s most popular winter sports resorts on this full-day small-group tour, with hassle-free round-trip transfer from your Rovaniemi hotel. Lunch, ski passes, and gear rental are all included in the price, leaving you free to focus on your skiing skills.

Join for this exciting Arctic Polar Adventure Trip to Ranua Wild Zoo Park - located at Southeast of Rovaniemi. Immersive Sightseeing experience & knowledge gained from English explaination(texts) on each Arctic representative animals(Type, Size, living habits or diet etc). Suitable for outdoor hiking lovers, families with Children and who loves being with Arctic nature & wildlife.

Travel through the snowy Lappish forest like a local—on a snowmobile—on this half-day tour. Keep warm with provided thermal gear, far superior than anything you may have packed in your suitcase, and enjoy some hot blueberry juice to stay hydrated along the way. During the tour, see spectacular scenery you wouldn’t see otherwise, such as forests and lakes of the Arctic Circle.

Are you curious to see what hidden gems are in the surroundings of Rovaniemi city? On this 5-hour tour you will be driven escorted by a friendly guide in a car to see the places where the locals like to take their friends and family. Get to know your guide and the local lifestyle while we chat about life in Lapland. Are you curious to see what hidden gems are in the surrounding areas of Rovaniemi city? Visit for example the highest point of Rovaniemi, scenic nature spots, locals' favourite places for picnics, hiking and days off. We will also take photos with a polaroid camera for you to keep as a memory. In the middle we stop to enjoy Lappish picnic by a campfire. Feel like local!

Finland’s frozen landscape offers unique Arctic experiences, but reaching remote locations can be difficult. Enjoy round-trip transfer from central Rovaniemi to distant forests and lakes, where snowshoeing, floating, and ice-fishing opportunities await. Finally, put on the float suit and plunge into the lake to enjoy unique views of the Arctic sky as you relax on the surface of the water.

For the most authentic Finnish experience, you just cannot miss out on a sauna. Our local guides will take you out to a lakeside cabin to experience a traditional, Finnish sauna. **Note: The official midnight sun season in Rovaniemi is from June 6 to July 7. Out of season, we can enjoy the bright summer nights and beautiful sunsets We will also operate out of season as the nights are still long enough to perform the activity. **Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.

Would you like to increase your chances of finding the amazing auroras, well, this is the trip for you. There aren’t many events as moving as seeing the aurora borealis dance and illuminate the night sky with mesmerizing movements and vibrant colors. After being picked up from your accommodation your professional guide will drive you northwards, far away from Rovaniemi, straight out to the wilderness to start hunting for the Aurora. The adventure continues with an open fire dinner in glass roof igloo. You get a chance to enjoy comfortably arctic night sky safe from wind and freezing temperatures. After the dinner we have a chance to walk on the frozen lake to immerse into the Arctic nature.

Go deep into the Finnish woods to forage for mushrooms and berries on this off-the-beaten-path tour from Rovaniemi. Your guide will show you the best places to find these natural treasures, then you’ll relax with a turn in the lakeside sauna, lake swimming and fishing. Sit down for a traditional Finnish meal of grilled salmon, pork sausage, mushroom soup, marshmallow and blueberry tea while listening to your guide’s commentary on Finnish nature and recreation traditions.

See the best of Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and the capital of Lapland. Make the most of your limited time, as your professional guide takes you to the best lookouts, visit Santa Claus Village meeting with Santa himself, and visit reindeer and husky farms. End your day at Arktikum Arctic Museum, learn all about arctic animals, indigenous Sami people, Northern Lights and local history from the ice age to the present.

The Lapland Hotels SnowVillage is rebuilt from scratch every year, delighting visitors with a changing theme and stunning ice art. For the upcoming winter season 2024–2025, theme is underwater world, featuring its diverse marine life – from whales to turtles and from seahorses to octopuses. This annual ice exhibition offers an enchanting experience, including snow and ice art, a unique ice bar, a movie theater, and our annual favourite: the ice slide! We will pick you up from your accommodation with our private 4x4 SUV, a rugged off-road vehicle built for safety and reliability for the arctic. The entrance tickets are included in the price for ice exhibition and ice bar. You will have approximately 90 minutes of free time to wander around the SnowVIllage. This should be enough to see everything, and even have some tasty drinks at the ice bar. Our private guide will be available for the entire visit at the Snow Village. You can select at which time you want to go after the booking.

The village of Luosto is home to a unique attraction: Amethyst Mine Lapland, where deposits of semi-precious gems formed over 20 million years. It’s tricky to reach by public transport, especially in summer, but this small-group package makes it easy, with a guide and 2-way transfers from central Rovaniemi hotels. Learn how to dig your own amethyst and take home an amethyst that fits in your closed fist, then enjoy a traditional campfire barbecue.

Discover the geological marvels of Sukulanrakka, nestled just 25 km from Rovaniemi. Explore the 14 fascinating ‘devil’s churns’—unique potholes carved by nature itself. Among these, three of Finland's largest potholes. Admire the largest pothole, which is 8 meters in diameter and 15 meters deep. See two others that measure depths of 9 and 10 meters, perched majestically atop the rocky slopes. Learn how these incredible formations were sculpted around 10,000 years ago as the continental ice sheet melted, unleashing powerful torrents of meltwater that shaped the landscape. As rushing waters surged through tunnels at the base of the glacier, they eroded the rock, clearing away soil and leaving behind striking depressions. See how the swirling eddies and boulders created by these powerful flows drilled into the rock, resulting in the captivating devil's churns seen today.

This is not a standard Northern Lights tour — it is a fully private Aurora hunt with no fixed route, no time limits, and no restrictions on distance. Operated by The Original Aurora Hunters®, Arctic GM is a family-run company with roots in Lapland dating back to the 1600s, combining generations of local knowledge with continuous Aurora and weather tracking. Your guide continuously adapts the plan throughout the night, with the flexibility to travel long distances and even cross into neighboring countries when conditions require — all to maximize your chances of clear skies. Supported by real-time updates from Arctic GM’s large team across Lapland, this approach focuses entirely on finding the best possible conditions, rather than following a fixed schedule. Throughout the experience, your guide also acts as your personal photographer, capturing high-quality images of your private night under the Northern Lights.

Get a glimpse into the lifestyle of the Lappish people with this adventure and food experience from Rovaniemi. Led by a guide, you can explore the Arctic landscape by snowmobile, then try your hand at Arctic fishing. Finish up by huddling around a bonfire in the snow to prepare and eat a traditional Lappish barbecue with Lappish bread, salmon, marshmallows, and hot drinks.

Experience the magic of the Arctic summer on this unforgettable evening adventure to King’s Lean-to Lookout, one of Rovaniemi’s hidden gems. Travel through peaceful Lapland scenery to a breathtaking hilltop viewpoint overlooking endless forests, lakes, and the glowing Midnight Sun. Designed especially for photography lovers and social media enthusiasts, this tour offers stunning Instagram-worthy landscapes bathed in golden Arctic light that lasts all night long. Your guide will help you discover the best photo spots while sharing stories about local nature, culture, and the unique phenomenon of the Midnight Sun. Relax by the traditional lean-to shelter, enjoy the calm atmosphere of the Arctic wilderness, and capture memories you’ll never forget. Perfect for couples, friends, solo travelers, and anyone wanting to experience the beauty of Lapland beyond the city.

Sculpted from over 2,000 tons of snow and ice, Lainio SnowVillage is one of the most impressive attractions in Lapland. With this tour, reach this winter wonderland from the Levi ski resort or the Kittilä Airport hassle-free with round-trip transportation and entrance tickets included. Visit the hotel and chapel, have a drink in the bar and lounge, take on the ice slide, and admire "Game of Thrones"-themed ice sculptures.

Experience time in the great outdoors of Lapland on this exciting snowmobile safari. Save time planning transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. It’ll be the ultimate stress-free day with snowmobile adventure, and a delicious campfire barbecue lunch in the Arctic wilderness of Kota included. No need to worry about navigating, as a guide will lead the way. Please be advised the price of your ticket is per person - twin driving. You will ride the snowmobile in pairs (twin riding), a driver and a passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch during the ride. Before the tour you can buy a solo driving option.