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Lapland is magical place for a family adventure and this action-packed tour is designed to entertain all ages. Meet the reindeer at a traditional reindeer farm and hop aboard for a short sleigh ride through the snow. Next, visit a husky farm and enjoy a short husky sled ride through the forest. Finally, treat the kids to a tour of the Santa Claus Village, where you can meet Santa, shop for Christmas-themed gifts, and post a letter from the ‘North Pole’.

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.

Berries and mushrooms grace many Finnish dishes but foraging for them is difficult without a guide to ensure you locate the best spots and only edible specimens. Start this tour from Rovaniemi, hike into an Arctic forest to find and pick everything from mushrooms to cloudberry, blueberry, cranberry, and lingonberry. Savor the pure air, birdsong, and untouched nature; and finish with a campfire barbecue.

Sling a pickaxe in an ancient mountaintop amethyst mine on this unusual tour from Rovaniemi. Visit the historic mine and try your hand at finding some stones; you can keep anything that fits in your closed fist. Learn about this Finnish tradition through guided commentary during lunch around a snow bonfire, then return to Rovaniemi.

Combine visits to the Inari Sami Village and the Siida Museum on this full-day guided tour from Rovaniemi. With all transportation from downtown Rovaniemi provided, there's no need to rent a car and you can relax on the ride between the multiple stops. You'll get a chance to buy handicrafts, take photos of the view over Inari Lake, and learn about Sami culture through guided visits.

Get to know Rovaniemi and meet Santa Claus at the Santa Claus Village on this family-friendly experience. Discover Rovaniemi’s highlights, Finland’s capital of Lapland, on a panoramic tour as your guide shares facts about the city. Then, travel through the countryside to the magical Santa Claus Village and come face to face with the great man himself. Visit the Main Post Office to send Santa Claus-stamped greetings, join an Arctic Circle crossing ceremony, and enjoy the shops, elves’ workshops, snow activities, cafés and more.

Keen to see Helsinki during a layover at Helsinki Airport? If so, this whistlestop tour of Finland’s capital is just the ticket. Meet your guide at the airport and head into the city by train. You will see the top sightseeing locations including Helsinki Cathedral, and Uspensiki, Market Square, Esplanade Park as you discover their history. Select from various departure times and, if your layover is longer than the tour, choose to stay exploring Helsinki before returning independently to the airport.

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.

Check off three of Lapland’s most popular and kid-friendly experiences in just one day on this small-group combo tour from Rovaniemi. Start with hotel pickup and a visit to Santa Claus Village amusement park to cross the Arctic Circle and meet the man himself, then drive a reindeer-pulled sleigh yourself before heading to a husky ranch to meet working dogs and enjoy a longer ride on a husky-pulled sleigh.

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.

Increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights while in Lapland by joining a night tour. You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Levi and taken to a cozy camp on the shores of a lake. Don the provided warm outfit (if temperatures drop to 5°F/-15°C or below) and get comfy with a hot drink and snacks as you look out for the colors of the Aurora Borealis.

This is a great choice for travelers with limited time in Helsinki—such as if you’ve got a layover. Instead of wasting time at the airport, enjoy a whistle-stop tour of Helsinki. No need to navigate to the city center—the tour begins with Helsinki Airport pickup, and takes you on a route that showcases the city’s top landmarks—including Senate Square, the Church of Silence, Oodi Central Library, and Uspenski Cathedral.

Santa Claus Village is a packed attraction any time of the year—make sure you get to visit and meet Santa, too, with this small-group tour from Rovaniemi. Enjoy the amusement park’s main attractions like the post office and arctic circle crossing with time for lunch and visiting the local shops. Lunch and hotel pickup from your Rovaniemi hotel are included.

Searching for the Northern Lights on your own can be a difficult process with weather changes daily. This Lapland Northern Lights Tour with Santa Claus Visit from Rovaniemi changes its sighting areas based on the weather so you can see the lights and enjoy a campfire, too. Plus, snacks and a Santa sighting are also included.

Ice fishing is a traditional pastime in Finland, and this Rovaniemi Ice Fishing Experience with Lunch in a Glass Igloo takes you with a guide who knows the remote location well so you can have a great time. Get picked up in Rovaniemi, and then ride snow scooters out to a frozen lake and break the ice with your guide. Spend time fishing before relaxing in an igloo for lunch over an open fire.

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.

Spice up your Instagram feed while also seeing the sights of Helsinki on this fun walking tour. Join a small group and follow your guide to the city’s most impressive spots around the city such as Uspenski Cathedral, the Sibelius Monument, and the rock church. Your guide gives you tips on capturing the perfect photos so you can leave with beautiful memories of Helsinki.

Immerse yourself in the typical Lappish lifestyle on this half-day tour from Rovaniemi. Listen to your guide’s commentary on the ways the reindeer herder takes care of them and the life cycle of these majestic animals as you take a tour of the reindeer farm, including a chance to feed the reindeer.

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.

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.

Sail through Helsinki's rich history, cultural heritage, architectural gems and natural wonders! Explore like never before with our exclusive combo of the Old Town Walking Tour & Archipelago Cruise Tickets. Feel the sea breeze and breathe history. Highlights: • Uncover the secrets of Helsinki’s Old Town with a 5-Star Master Storyteller • Discover iconic landmarks such as Helsinki Cathedral and the National Theater • Immerse yourself in the history and cultural heritage of this busy port city • Relax on 1,5-hour cruise through Helsinki's archipelago with an audio-guide • See 4x more sites than on a regular walking tour without cruise tickets Helsinki is located on a beautiful archipelago and is one of the world’s busiest port cities, so it'd be a shame to take a walking tour of the city but miss its waterways. We hear your voice and give you a chance to discover Helsinki’s top attractions and unique gems on foot and from the water, covering 4x more sites than on a regular tour.

Take a boat trip to discover Rovaniemi and its surroundings in an original way. Discover many iconic sites from the Arctic rivers Ounasjoki and Kemijoki. This program not only lets you discover the surrounding countryside, but also the culture and landmarks that define Rovaniemi. This program is also offered in the evening, so you can enjoy the midnight sun (upon request).

This private half-day tour of Helsinki and nearby Porvoo offers a convenient way to take in the major sights of the two cities while a local guide shares insight and historical knowledge. Your guide will pick you up from accommodations anywhere in the Helsinki region to start the tour, and will drive you to see landmarks including Helsinki Cathedral and the Sibelius Monument. You’ll also get to explore Porvoo’s medieval Old Town and walk along its river and cobblestone streets.

Experience the peace and natural beauty of Finland’s untouched Tammisaari archipelago on a private, 3-hour boat trip. Board a small boat in Tammisaari with a professional skipper-guide, and explore some of the 1,300 islets and channels of the archipelago on the Gulf of Finland. Chug by lush islands and rocky skerries; watch for birds and seals; and learn about the islands’ wildlife and natural history from your guide. Go ashore to absorb the unspoilt nature of an island and enjoy some snacks (own expense), before motoring gently back to port.