Top Lapland Sightseeing Tours - page 2

As a local guide from Lapland, with two Master’s degrees in Photography and Design, I offer a unique perspective on the region’s culture, art, and design. My private tours are fully tailored to your interests and invite you to discover Lapland’s heritage through architecture, local traditions, and the stories that shape Finnish and Nordic culture. From Alvar Aalto’s iconic work to lesser-known cultural insights in Rovaniemi, I bring places to life in a personal and engaging way. If you are seeking an authentic and thoughtful experience, I would be delighted to welcome you and guide you in English, Finnish, and French.

The Aurora Borealis is one of the world’s most famous sights, but it can be difficult to spot. Benefit from your professional guide’s experience with a trip in search of the Northern Lights, escaping into the dark wilderness to learn more about the natural phenomenon and its mythology, enjoy fire-cooked Lappish sausages and warming drinks, and hopefully marvel at the lights themselves. Return safe and warm with round-trip transport included.

It would be remiss to visit the Arctic Circle without dropping in to see the region's best known resident, Santa Claus. This half-day tour of Santa's village is available year-round, giving Christmas enthusiasts the option to experience festive magic no matter when their visit to Rovaniemi is. Meet Santa in his busy office before embarking on reindeer and husky rides.

Guided tours are relatively expensive and can follow rigid schedules. This self-guided audio tour of Rovaniemi, known as “Santa’s Hometown,” helps travelers save money and explore at their own pace. Start from downtown and cross the Kemijoki River over to Rovaniemi Church, while listening to narration from Lars Engerengen, a Norwegian writer and photographer. You can complete the tour in as little as 30 minutes but have complete control over when to start and finish.

Short on time in Lapland? This 2.5-hour reindeer sleigh and husky sled experience from Rovaniemi is just the ticket. Meet and learn about friendly reindeer at a reindeer farm, and settle on a reindeer sleigh for a wonderful ride through the snowy woods. Receive a souvenir reindeer driving license, see the beautiful sled dogs, and take an exciting husky-sled ride through the wintry forests. Finish with a coffee or sweet hot berry juice before returning to Rovaniemi.

Embrace the great outdoors with this adventure through Lapland. Scan the sky looking for places that are clear of clouds with advice from guides experienced in weather patterns and Aurora predictions. Ride into the wilderness and see animals including reindeer and red fox. Travel to this magical experience in a private vehicle equipped with on board Wifi for comfort and convenience.

Treat yourself to a special experience from Rovaniemi that combines traditional Lapland cuisine, forest scenery, and a cozy spot to potentially watch the northern lights. Travel to a glass igloo in the forest where you’ll enjoy a private meal cooked over the fire. Then it’s time to look outside and admire your scenic surroundings, looking up to see if the northern lights will come visit.

Hunt for the Northern Lights, then hunker down in a Lappish Tipi with hot drinks and snacks. A fun way to spend an evening in Lapland, the nighttime tour from Rovaniemi takes place in a small group of likeminded travelers with a local guide. You’ll learn about the Finnish lifestyle as you scan the skies for a lucky sighting of the Aurora Borealis, nature’s very own firework display.

This snowshoeing tour takes you beyond the usual routes, into the quiet and untouched landscapes of Ylläs. We move through remote forests and open fells, where the silence and vastness of Lapland truly come to life. With a small group, the experience feels personal and relaxed, allowing you to fully connect with the surrounding nature. The pace is adapted to the group and the conditions, for a more immersive and authentic winter experience, far from typical tourist activities in Lapland. This is not just a walk in the snow, but a deeper way to experience Lapland: slower, quieter, and closer to nature.

Experience the best of Lapland in just one day with this action-packed tour from Rovaniemi. The daytime tour includes visits to the Ranua Zoo and a Finnish wood-burning sauna, plus lunch and a dinner that’s cooked over an open fire at a lakeside cottage. You’ll also stretch your legs with a stroll through a forest at the zoo, and have free time to shop for authentic Lapland gifts.

Get a taste of life in the Arctic with this full day of Lappish adventure. Set off directly from Rovaniemi with a small group and head to the Ranua Arctic Wildlife Park to spend a few hours admiring polar bears, foxes, and other Arctic species. Then continue on to Arctic lake for a traditional Lappish lunch, ice floating, and sauna session followed by an invigorating plunge.

Combine a snowmobile ride through the Finnish wilderness and a visit to a local husky farm on this tour from Rovaniemi. You probably wouldn't strike out on your own in the snowy forest, but traveling with a guide makes this tour safe and comfortable. Let the guide take care of navigation and provide insightful commentary on an approximately 1 hour snowmobile ride, then head to the husky farm for a husky sleigh ride. You will ride the ATV in pairs (twin riding), with the opportunity to switch during the ride. 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.

The best place to see the elusive Northern Lights (aurora borealis) is far out in the wilderness, and if you want to travel like a local, then you’ll travel by snowmobile. This guided tour allows you to do just than, and also provides cold-weather gear to keep you toasty. Learn about the natural phenomenon Northern Lights and get some unforgettable photos from your professional photographer, then warm up with snacks and hot drinks. 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.

An experienced Moose guide will take you deep into the surrounding Lappish forests to meet the King of the Forest in its natural habitat. Moose has high activity at sunrise and sunset, during the day they hide in thickets. *Departure time may vary. Please check the email the local provider sends for the exact pick-up time.

Come to live on skis the magic atmosphere of the snowy forest at night, a snowy landscape lit sometimes by the moonlight, by the stars or perhaps by the northern lights (aurora)! We´ll keep a break in a kota, traditional lappish tent, where we´ll sit on reindeer skins in front of the fire and grill a sausage. The small size of the group (max. 5 customers) makes sure that the guide can take good care of every partecipant and that the quite atmosphere of nature will not be lost. The trek takes place in a remote area outside of marked trails, so you will be able to experience a feeling of wilderness. The kota tent is private, which means we will not meet other groups and peace of nature is guaranteed! Guidind by a certified wilderness guide. No previous skiing experience needed as skis are easy to use and the terrain is mostly flat.

Santa Claus Village can be crowded any time of the year—plan ahead and prebook your visit with this Santa Claus Village Experience with Santa Photo and Lunch. You’ll also get a guaranteed photo with Santa. To make for a stress-free day, pickup from your hotel and lunch are both provided for you, too. The tour includes an Arctic Circle crossing diploma and is available with English, Italian, and Spanish in-person guides.

Increase your chances of spotting the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) on a private tour from Saariselkä. As well as enjoying the undivided attention of your guide, you’ll be able ti tweak your itinerary and receive tailored photography advice on how to capture the best shots of the natural phenomenon.

Maximize your chances of seeing the northern lights in Levi on a tour with a photographer and wilderness guide who knows how to read local conditions. Get tips from your guide on camera settings and techniques to get the best photos, and receive a collection of edited photos from your tour as a souvenir.

Explore the Korouoma with a private hiking guide on this tour from Rovaniemi. Small groups and families will appreciate the personalized attention and the ability to travel at their own pace on this moderate hike. Snap photos of the dramatic landscape and take a break for a picnic and refreshments around an open fire.

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.

Get your bearings in Rovaniemi and see the city’s top museum in just a few hours with this private walking tour. Learn about life in an Arctic environment, with its dark winters and summer midnight sun, and delve into Rovaniemi’s fascinating history as you stroll through the center to the Arktikum Museum. There, follow your guide to the top exhibits to take in the highlights without feeling overwhelmed.

Focus on getting the best possible photos of Riisitunturi National Park on this full-day excursion from Rovaniemi. With a professional photographer guide in the lead, you'll visit the most scenic spots and get advice on how to make the best shots. This is a private tour for just you and your party, so the itinerary is flexible and you'll get plenty of personalized attention.

A major highlight of traveling to Finland in the winter is viewing the northern lights. On this convenient tour you’ll get the best possible chance of seeing them, as you’ll be taken to a very dark area that’s free of light pollution. Drive around and stop wherever is best for seeing the lights. You’ll be advised on how to take effective photos of the phenomenon. Also enjoy a barbeque dinner in a cozy tent, from which you can look out for the lights.

Experience three thrilling winter activities in one day on this action-packed tour from Rovaniemi. First, get your adrenaline pumping on a high-speed snowmobile ride across the snowy landscapes. Next, visit a local reindeer farm and enjoy a scenic ride on a reindeer sleigh, then pick up some speed as you take a ride in a husky sled. 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.