Christmas Magic in Santa's Hometown

6 days
Start and end in Rovaniemi
2.7
9 traveler reviews

Christmas Magic in Santa's Hometown

6 days
Start and end in Rovaniemi
2.7
9 traveler reviews

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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese
Group Size 2 - 79
Age range 2 to 89

Highlights

  • Explore Rovaniemi and settle into Lapland
  • Snowshoe through Arctic forests and enjoy a BBQ
  • Capture the Northern Lights with a pro photographer
  • Meet reindeer and enjoy a sleigh ride in Lapland
  • Visit Santa Claus Village and cross the Arctic Circle

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Winter Wonderland Rovaniemi
  2. Day 2 Snowshoeing in the Arctic Forest and Hunting the Northern lights with a Professional Photographer
  3. Day 3 Visit the Reindeer Farm and Celebrate with a Delightful Christmas Dinner
  4. Day 4 Meet Santa and his Elves in Santa Claus Village
  5. Day 5 Husky Safari Through the Lappish Countryside
  6. Day 6 Farewell, Rovaniemi!
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Customer Photos

3.2
(33 reviews)

Number of tours

5

Age Range

14 to 80 years old

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within 2 days

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  • Christmas Magic in Santa's Hometown reviewer 1
    · December 29th, 2024
    Cancelled my Rovaniemi snowmobile and fishing booking 19 hours before despite accepting it many days in advance, telling us all of a sudden they were fully booked! We flew all the way from the UK, just for 3 nights for my daughter's birthday and it supposed to be a highlight of the trip - ruined experience and one disappointed little girl. Every other similar experience was already fully booked so we ended up with nothing. AVOID!
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    Trip date: December 2024
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    · December 24th, 2024
    This tour operator had very disgusting counter hand, she refused to look at what we did book insisting we paid $1300 to ride an $8 bus to a free park to eat a $25 dollar lunch, when challenged to what we paid for she then told our driver to dump us and we get nothing, we were left 13km from our accommodation with a freezing crying 3 year old! We came all the way from Australia to be dumped in the cold by a counter hand with no customer skills ! $1300 stolen from the tour group who refused to read our booking even ! Direct message to the counter hand come visit Australia and see where your attitude gets you ! Disgusting do you self a favour use another tour company
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    Trip date: December 2024
  • A
    · March 4th, 2023
    We booked the Husky ‘tour’ which took exactly 2 minutes for 322 euro’s. With dropoff and everything it took 45 minutes. On the website it says 2,5 hours. It was extremely dissapointing. If I could give it - 5 stars, I would do that. Don’t book it with Unique Travel, book it somewhere else.
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    Trip date: March 2023
  • YR
    · January 7th, 2023
    No need to pay for that. Their mainly function is to reserve hotel. There are many one day trips available at local.
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    Trip date: January 2023
  • KP
    · January 2nd, 2020
    Besides the Taxi drivers on pick up and drop off to the airport nothing else went to plan. Day 1 - On arrival to the Office it was heavily over crowded, I walked in was issued some snow gear and asked to leave. I asked for some guidence and was told I could leave my bags and return at 1250 for my taxi. The Glass igloo was nice but had a leak in the roof. Day 2 - The driver was 20 minutes late. But the tour at the zoo was good. Day 3 - The tour was grossly over booked and one family had to drive themselves as the buss was full. We were not picked up from the hotel as arranged. We left 30 minutes late and the "Hunting" Northern lights was a 30 minute drive, 10 minute and an over crowded BBQ. Day 4 (Christmas) - The tour of the Raindeer farm was good but we were involved in a vehicle accident on the return trip leaving us alone with the car without the driver for an hour and a half. Day 5 - The tour guide decided not to pick us up and I had to arrange through the Office (departing from the office not hotel) for a later tour that day as we were leaving the next morning. Not once was I offered any compensation for any errors or poor planning. I asked the office every day of the correct timings. Overall the actual tours were good but the management was very poor.
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    Nordic Unique Travels commented on this review
    Dear Kurt, Thank you very much for your review, it is our pleasure to hear that you spent a successful holiday with us. Besides, we also want to thank you for the improvement advice, that feedback is very much appreciated as it definitely helps us to... Show more
    Trip date: December 2019
  • MA
    · April 4th, 2019
    Amazing 4 days , guides are beautiful people , highly recomended
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    Nordic Unique Travels commented on this review
    Hi Mudhaher! Thank you very much for those kind words, it is great to hear that you had a fun time on tour and that you've enjoyed the lovely company of our guides. They are indeed beautiful people bringing that little extra to a tour. Looking forward... Show more
    Trip date: March 2019
  • KD
    · January 4th, 2019
    Overall, the trip was amazing! The guides were fantastic- the tour company was not organized- my hotel was not arranged, no one sat to review the information with me, the tour guides looked confused- it is a growing company and a lot of tourists- If someone signs up for a 5 day program, you should have one person as a contact to make sure everything is working out.
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    Nordic Unique Travels commented on this review
    Dear Kristen, Thank you very much for those kind words, it is our pleasure to hear that you had a great time on tour. As for the organisational part, we took your feedback to heart and optimised the processes at guests' arrival. We're looking forward to... Show more
    Trip date: December 2018
  • IA
    · December 1st, 2018
    The accommodation that was booked for us, Santa Sports, was very good. The room is clean and spacious and the bathroom was huge. The transportation was provided by the Agency, was adequate, although they used rental vans and it was hard to decide if the vans are from the Agency because they are no Company markings on them. The meals during the activities were BBQ fish and soup and after 5 days, you’d get bored with it. The itinerary was a let down. You will not get the full itinerary because the activities are weather dependent: snowshoeing and snowmobiling were taken out because very little snow; the husky and reindeer rides went around a circuit of about 300 m or so; and the search for aurora borealis came up empty after freezing your body off in the freezing temperatures. For the price that was paid per person, it was a letdown. If not for the knowledgeable and entertaining guides, we would have given the trip a poor rating but they probably saved the otherwise poor trip.
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    Nordic Unique Travels commented on this review
    Dear Imran, Thank you very much for those kind words, it is our pleasure to hear that you had a great time on tour. Besides, we also thank you for the improvement advice, that feedback is very much appreciated as it helps us to further optimise our... Show more
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    Trip date: November 2018
  • Christmas Magic in Santa's Hometown reviewer 9
    · July 30th, 2018
    Went for two tours with Nordic Unique Travels and I have to say they are both amazing. The staff is very friendly, attentive and passionate about Lapland and have tons of knowledges to satisfy all your curiosity! (Yes, Angeline is the guide I will recommend!) Though due to the bad weather, we didn’t see the northern lights, we had a fun time in Rovaniemi and it all thanks to this agency! :)
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    Nordic Unique Travels commented on this review
    Thank You so Much Jeniffer! Hopefully you can come back, and have the opportunity to see the Northern Lights with us! Regards, we will be waiting for you! Your Nordic Unique team
    Trip date: December 2017

What our customers ask about this tour

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    Sebastian

    Asked on March 25th, 2025

    How do I confirm my booking?

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    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten March 2025

      To confirm your booking, please follow the link provided after your inquiry to finalize payment and itinerary details.

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    Caroline

    Asked on February 7th, 2025

    Can children share a room with their parents?

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    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, children can share a room with their parents using existing bedding.

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    Isabella

    Asked on February 4th, 2025

    Are there any special accommodations for dietary restrictions?

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    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten February 2025

      We can accommodate dietary restrictions, please inform us of any specific requirements in advance.

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    Mette Janna

    Asked on January 22nd, 2025

    What is the typical group size for this tour?

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    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten January 2025

      The typical group size varies, but we aim for a comfortable and engaging experience, usually around 10-15 participants.

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    Sandy

    Asked on November 18th, 2024

    Is it really not possible to book it if I'm going alone? What are the possibilities if I do wish to book this for myself?

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    Single supplement
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    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten November 2024

      Of course you can come if its only 1 person, just that the price would be higher than if one than one people join (due to accommodation being less expensive the more people that go). However if the price isnt a problem we can find something for you.

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      Sandy

      TravelerWritten November 2024

      I will still be in de group correct? It's not like I will travel alone in this case? Can you give me a rough estimate for the price? I indeed do want to do it for Christmas so roughly from the 22nd/23rd until 28/29. I wanted to stay around 3000 euros but considering I know that I am late, travelling alone and during Christmas, I won't be surprised if that's not possible.

    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten November 2024

      The activities will be in group, however the transfers (if you want), the accommodation will be private. You wont be joining the same group of passangers every tour, a new group of people will be in each tour. Unfortunately, 1 pax for chrismas in so short notice is very hard to find something for a good price, I can try to fit you an itinerary for 4000-4500€, if this doesnt suit you I can suggest travelling on late january or february or march, better prices and still snow and a lot of activities.

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    Ronald

    Asked on October 29th, 2024

    Can I change my booking details later?

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    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten October 2024

      Yes, modifications can be made to bookings, but please inform us as soon as possible to secure your desired changes.

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    Jolanda

    Asked on August 29th, 2024

    Is there a possibility to arrange airport transfers?

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    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten August 2024

      We can arrange airport transfers as part of your itinerary, please provide your flight details.

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    Nicola

    Asked on July 6th, 2024

    We are looking at this trip and wanted to double check the length of the husky ride and length of the reindeer ride. We also would like to confirm what the accommodation would be.

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    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten July 2024

      The accommodation would be at the Hotel Aakenus (or similar). Would you prefer a double or twin room?

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      Nicola

      TravelerWritten July 2024

      We have booked this now for four adults and would prefer one twin room and one double room. Just ensuring this is confirmed, will we receive contact from the company?

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    Stephanie

    Asked on June 26th, 2024

    Can you confirm if this tour is available for 22nd December. I am trying to find a tour to experience a white Christmas and want to be staying somewhere on Christmas eve & day.

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    Heidi

    Asked on June 3rd, 2024

    How are payments processed for the tour?

    Payments
    • Nordic Unique TravelsOperatorWritten June 2024

      Payments can be made via credit card or bank transfer, and details will be provided upon booking confirmation.

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