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Santa Claus Village Tour

Join your family-friendly Santa Claus Village Tour — the perfect experience for families with children visiting Rovaniemi! This guided adventure helps you explore the highlights of the magical village in a smooth and engaging way, so even the youngest travelers can enjoy it before nap time. Your warm and energetic guide will keep the little ones entertained, sharing fun stories and pointing out hidden gems most visitors miss. From secret photo spots to interactive installations, this tour adds a new layer of joy to your Santa visit. You’ll cross the Arctic Circle, send a postcard from Santa’s official post office, and of course, meet Santa Claus himself — an unforgettable moment for both kids and grown-ups! Near the end of the tour, we’ll visit an area where you may get to see and touch friendly animals. A light lunch is included, served in a quirky, traditional Finnish style. Discover the magic of Christmas in Lapland with laughter, learning, and true holiday spirit.

Santa Claus Village Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Arctic Family Nature Hike with Picnic (Summer & Autumn)

Arctic Family Nature Hike with Picnic (Summer & Autumn)

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Moments That Turn Into Memories

Explore a serene snowy forest near Rovaniemi, reminiscent of a winter movie scene. This 3-hour tour offers a peaceful escape from the crowds as you travel in a warm, comfortable SUV. Enjoy a leisurely walk along flat forest paths lined with snow-covered trees, perfect for capturing stunning photographs. Your local guide provides insights and photo assistance, ensuring a memorable experience. This tour is ideal for couples, families, and first-time visitors seeking tranquility in nature. - Discover a quiet snowy forest, perfect for winter photography - Travel in a warm SUV, away from crowded areas - Enjoy a short, easy walk on flat forest paths - Suitable for all ages, with pickup included from Rovaniemi accommodations within 5kms

Rovaniemi Snowy Forest 3 Hour Tour like in the movies

3 hoursFree Cancellation

northern lights hunting

Private Northern Lights Hunting Tour Rovaniemi

2 hours to 2 hours 20 minutes

Rovaniemi Highlights Car Tour Scenic Views and Local Insights

Explore the essential sights of Rovaniemi on a comfortable car tour lasting 3 to 5 hours. Perfect for newcomers to the region, this tour covers all the must-see attractions within a 20 km radius, ensuring you don’t miss any hidden gems. A friendly local guide will lead you through the city's highlights, stopping at a scenic hilltop for panoramic views and a brief nature trail walk. Enjoy professional photography throughout your adventure, and receive valuable insider tips on the best local dining spots to enhance your stay in this Arctic wonderland. - Duration: 3 to 5 hours covering key attractions in Rovaniemi - Scenic car drive with stops at viewpoints and nature trails - Professional photography included to capture your experience - Insider tips for local restaurants and cafés to explore during your visit

Rovaniemi Highlights Car Tour Scenic Views and Local Insights

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Rovaniemi: Mushrooms & Wild Berries Picking Tour

Explore Lapland’s forests through a relaxed foraging experience focused on wild berries and mushrooms. Operated by The Original Aurora Hunters®, Arctic GM is a family-run company with roots in Lapland dating back to the 1600s, offering local knowledge of nature and seasonal ingredients. After pickup, you will head into nearby forest areas selected based on the season. Your guide will introduce you to common edible berries and mushrooms, explain how to identify them safely, and share insights into local traditions and nature. The experience is unhurried, with time to explore, taste, and learn while walking through forest terrain. This is a simple and authentic way to experience the Arctic wilderness, focusing on local knowledge rather than a fast-paced activity.

Rovaniemi: Mushrooms & Wild Berries Picking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

RANUA wildlife park

RANUA wildlife park

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Arctic Zoo

Ranua Zoo tour, optional lunch

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Hike to Frozen Waterfalls of Korouoma Including BBQ Lunch from Rovaniemi

Hike among the striking frozen waterfalls of Korouoma on this full-day trek from Rovaniemi. Embarking on an Arctic hike in unfamiliar territory on your own may be difficult, but with a guide in the lead you'll be completely safe. Let your guide take care of navigation and listen to informative commentary on the Arctic's flora, fauna, and geology as you travel through canyons and forests. Stop for a bonfire lunch and a hot drink.

Hike to Frozen Waterfalls of Korouoma Including BBQ Lunch from Rovaniemi

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Bear Watching Overnight Trip & Hike in Oulanka from Rovaniemi

Learn more about the brown bear and its importance in Finnish mythology : this 2-day guided trip includes a bear-watching overnight in the wilderness cabin and a hike in the Oulanka National Park! Bear watching is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Quiet, calm, a professional bear-watcher will explain you more about the lives of the bears, while you will be waiting for the massive animals to approach the cabin. Soon, the bears should come, as dusk colours start covering the Autumn sky. They would be looking for food in the surrounding bogs, offering their large furry figures to your eyes and cameras. During your time in Oulanka National Park you will see the Oulanka River and its various streams which flow through the park, creating valleys and gorges with impressive panoramic views. It is also famous for its long-distance hiking route, the Bear Circuit : Karhunkierros. Don't wait and learn everything about brown bears in Lapland!

Bear Watching Overnight Trip & Hike in Oulanka from Rovaniemi

Price varies by group size

Ice Fishing Experience - Rovaniemi

Ice Fishing Experience - Rovaniemi

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Rovaniemi: Ice Fishing from Private Lakefront Property & BBQ

Experience ice fishing in Lapland on a private lake, away from busy tourist areas, in a small-group setting designed to be calm and authentic. Operated by The Original Aurora Hunters®, Arctic GM is a family-run company with roots in Lapland dating back to the 1600s, combining local knowledge with a focus on nature-based experiences. After pickup, you will travel to a secluded lakefront location. Your guide will introduce traditional ice fishing techniques, including how to drill a hole in the ice and use the equipment. The experience is relaxed and suitable for beginners, with time to enjoy the quiet surroundings and take part at your own pace. During the tour, you will gather around the fire to warm up with hot drinks and enjoy a traditional Lapland barbecue.

Rovaniemi: Ice Fishing from Private Lakefront Property & BBQ

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Landscapes under the Midnight Sun

Take the chance out of finding a great location to photograph Rovaniemi’s Midnight Sun, and get a guide’s shortlist of top photogenic spots instead. Enjoy the convenience of having round-trip transport, snacks, and drinks included. Improve your photography skills, see incredible viewpoints, and get top tips on the best techniques and settings to capture the soft and vivid light of the Midnight Sun.

Midnight sun photography tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Vaatunkiköngäs Trail Arctic Circle Forest Hike

Unlike longer or more strenuous treks, this half-day Vaatunkiköngäs hike offers an accessible and enriching experience just 25 km from Rovaniemi, making it ideal for families, photographers, and nature lovers of all levels. You’ll explore one of Lapland’s most peaceful natural areas along a scenic and beginner-friendly trail, guided by a local expert who shares insights into the region’s wildlife, forest traditions, and seasonal rhythms. It’s the perfect balance of calm nature, light physical activity, and cultural storytelling, topped off with a relaxing riverside break with snacks and berry juice. Whether you're short on time or just seeking a quiet escape into the Arctic wilderness, this experience brings you closer to Lapland's natural beauty without venturing far from the city.

Vaatunkiköngäs Trail Arctic Circle Forest Hike

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Arctic Family Nature Hike with Picnic

Northern Finland is known for its beauty, but finding the best spots to capture photographs of the Arctic landscapes can be difficult. Explore remote Lapland with a private tour led by a professional photographer, and discover unique photo opportunities while gaining insight into the experiences of early Arctic explorers. Keep energized with a campfire lunch and hot drinks, then relax after a day’s sightseeing with round-trip transportation included.

Arctic Family Nature Hike with Picnic

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Santa Claus Village: Early Access & Guided Tour of Snowman World

Have you ever wondered what happens in Snowman World before it opens for the day? This guided tour takes you on an early adventure to Santa Claus Village’s most popular snowy playground. You will hear frosty facts about snow building, get to admire snow and ice art - and have a fun photo moment with a snowman! As the tour comes to an end, it is time to open the gates – and you will be among the first guests of the day to experience all the snowy activities.

Santa Claus Village: Early Access & Guided Tour of Snowman World

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Arctic Day with Ice Fishing and Floating

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.

Arctic Day with Ice Fishing and Floating

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls with BBQ–Small Group from Rovaniemi

Have you ever been to the waterfalls of Korouoma in winter? Have you ever seen the frozen faerie of the bluish and yellowish ice forms between the fearsome rocks in the tunnel of lacy snowy trees? It’s a must! Just join us to the Nature Reserve of Korouoma. The guide will drive East of the Lapland. The road leading towards Korouoma itself is a very scenic landscape trip. And during the hike you'll witness something which you have only imagined or saw in fantasy "A complete Winter Wonderland".

Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls with BBQ–Small Group from Rovaniemi

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy the view

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.

Full Day Skiing Adventure

8 hoursFree Cancellation

On tour with AuroraPoint, February 2023, Rovaniemi

Northern Lights Experience

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Hiking Trip to the Amethyst Mine

In summertime, long days offer great daylight and beautiful colours when reaching the summits. In autumn, the national park is a great place to experience the famous “ruska” time, the autumn season with all its colourful features! You will continue your hike until you reach the Lampivaara amethyst mine. This is a unique place in Lapland, hidden on one of the hilltops that you can reach by foot to better enjoy the adventure! You will then learn more about local geology, the formation of the precious amethyst and the story of the mine. At the end of the visit, you will dig the soil to find your own amethyst that you can keep!

Hiking Trip to the Amethyst Mine

7 hours 30 minutes

Price varies by group size

Auttiköngäs Nature Trail

There’s nothing quite like Arctic nature, and this guided hiking tour takes you to one of Lapland’s most exquisite sights: the Autti Waterfalls. With pickup from your hotel, you’ll hit the trailhead and follow your guide into and through the forest, getting spectacular views at every turn. After you’ve reached the falls, you’ll gather around the campfire for an authentic barbecue-style lunch, taking a moment to relish your adventure.

Auttiköngäs Nature Trail

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Midnight Sun Photography Tour with Lappish BBQ

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.)

Midnight Sun Photography Tour with Lappish BBQ

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Frozen Wonderland: Riisitunturi Winter Photography Hike

If you’ve ever dreamed of walking through a photogenic white forest, then Riisitunturi National Park in winter is the perfect destination. The snow-covered spruce trees here take on surreal shapes, draped in thick layers of frost that create a magical, fairytale atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else. What makes this adventure even more special is the presence of a professional photographer who will accompany the group throughout the hike. Imagine yourself surrounded by towering, frozen trees, with a skilled photographer capturing your moments in this breathtaking winter landscape. Whether you’re walking between the frosted giants or pausing to take in the silence, you’ll go home with beautiful images to remember the day.

Frozen Wonderland: Riisitunturi Winter Photography Hike

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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