Top Rovaniemi Horse Carriage Rides

When the jingle bells are ringing, you can get into the Christmas spirit even in the middle of summer. SCV's special surroundings and a Finnhorse glowing in freezing temperatures will take you back in time. The slow pace of travel gives you time to admire the surrounding landscape, perhaps find a destination for the next day or just forget about all the other everyday work.

Travel through the snow-covered arctic countryside by pup power with this dogsledding adventure just outside Rovaniemi. Spend time with the huskies to pet the pack and snap photos, then pick up the basics of the traditional art of mushing from professional handlers.

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.

Many sleigh rides in the Lapland area take part during the day, so you miss out on the beautiful night sky. This Rovaniemi Nighttime Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride takes you out at night across a frozen lake under warm blankets for an adventure you won’t soon forget. Plus, at the forest’s edge, you’ll stop to hear mythical stories next to a bonfire from your guide.

Enjoy an action-packed day out in Lapland including four memorable activities and attractions. Ride a snowmobile across the snow-covered plains of the Arctic Circle and visit a reindeer farm and take a short reindeer sleigh ride. Continue to a husky dog farm, hop aboard for a short sled ride, and meet the dogs and puppies. Finally, arrive at the Santa Claus Village and enjoy free time to browse the shops, meet Santa, or post a letter from the official post office.

Hunt for the northern lights in style on this evening trip from Rovaniemi. Leave behind the stress of navigation and benefit from having guides to accompany you as you glide through the Lappish forests on a husky-pulled sled. Going on a guided aurora hunting trip ensures you won't miss a thing, whether you're traveling through the forest or by car to a lakeside vantage point, depending on the weather.

Calling all northern explorers! After pickup from your hotel, head out on a husky safari, meeting reindeer and huskies in Santa's Village. Once the sun goes down, hunt for the spectacular northern lights among Arctic forests and lakes. Finish your adventure with a warming cup of tea.

Make the most of your time in scenic Rovaniemi by combining two activities—ice fishing, and visiting a husky farm with a short ride experience. You won’t have to worry about navigating as Rovaniemi hotel pickup and drop-off is included. Enjoy learning about huskies at a Husky Farm and then go on a short husky ride. Afterwards, you’ll enjoy ice fishing, with all fishing equipment provided.

Get up close and personal with huskies as you enjoy a 10 km trek through snowy Finland. Cozy up behind a team of sleigh dogs, and ride through the beautiful Finnish forests. Learn about the training, breeding and racing of these magnificent creatures. Warm up with a treat of Finnish cookies and a hot drink before the trip back to your hotel.

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.

Discover the unique animals of the Arctic on a guided tour of Ranua Zoo, husky and reindeer farms. The whole family gets up close and personal with the local animals, and enjoys round trip transportation between these beautiful, natural locations. Walk through the Lappish woods, meet polar bears, brown bears, deer, moose, arctic foxes and more on the day tour.