Santa Claus Village and Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve Tour from Rovaniemi

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Visit the official hometown of Santa Claus and view the incredible landscapes of Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve on this family-friendly experience from Rovaniemi!

Experience the magic of Christmas at Santa's Village in his official hometown of Rovaniemi and explore the stunning landscapes of Finnish Lapland on this family-friendly, 4-hour guided excursion, Santa Claus Village and Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve tour from Rovaniemi! Welcoming Arctic adventurers of all ages.

Located near the Arctic Circle line in northern Finland (Finnish Lapland), the vibrant city of Rovaniemi is not only a cultural and economic centre but it is also renowned as the official hometown of Santa Claus himself! Young and young at heart visitors to this region can bask in the festive cheer while also enjoying the picturesque wilderness of Finnish Lapland. For the best of both worlds, don't miss this guided Santa Claus Village and Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve tour from Rovaniemi!

The fun-filled Arctic experience begins at one of the listed meeting points in Rovaniemi (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking). Once you and your group (a maximum of 15 people) board the vehicle, you'll be greeted by your friendly and knowledgeable guide who will give a safety and itinerary briefing, before departing on the 25 km (15 miles) picturesque transfer to the beautiful Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve. Upon your arrival, you'll set out on a relaxing low-impact hike through the pristine wilderness. Don't forget your camera!

Throughout the Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve tour, your guide will share interesting facts about the nature and culture of Finnish Lapland. Savouring the tranquillity of nature, you'll also be impressed by the raw power of the Vikaköngäs Rapids. The adventure continues by being driven to Santa Claus Village! There, you can visit Santa Claus in person, tour his post office where elves are busily working, cross the Arctic Circle line, and shop for unique souvenirs. While visiting Santa Claus Village, you're sure to be enchanted with festive cheer. At the end of this memorable experience, Santa Claus Village and Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve tour from Rovaniemi, you'll return to the original departure point with cherished memories of Finnish Lapland.

Celebrate the holiday spirit this winter by booking an unforgettable excursion in Finland, Santa Claus Village and Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve tour from Rovaniemi, today!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Pick up from select locations in Rovaniemi 10 minutes before the departure time (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking)

- Meet your experienced guide

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Scenic 25 km/15 miles transfer to the Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve

- Arrival

- Relaxing hike

- Observe the Vikaköngäs Rapids

- Transfer to Santa's Village

- Arrival

- Santa's Village visit

- Free time to visit shops and restaurants

- Return to the original meeting point in Rovaniemi

Activity requirements

Please be advised that all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

Pick-up is offered from select locations in Rovaniemi 10 minutes before the departure time, please specify when booking:

  • Arctic City Hotel
  • Arctic Light Hotel
  • Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos
  • Arctic TreeHouse Hotel
  • Hotelli Aakenus
  • Lapland Hotel Bear's Lodge
  • Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara
  • Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rovaniemi
  • Rovaniemi
  • Rovaniemi Airport
  • Rovaniemi Train Station
  • Santa Claus Holiday Village
  • Santa's Hotel Santa Claus
  • Scandic Pohjanhovi
  • Scandic Polar
  • Scandic Rovaniemi City
  • Vanhatupa

Please dress in several warm layers of clothing with a winter coat and winter boots.

This excursion includes low-impact hiking, which is labelled as 'easy'.

Meeting point:
Pick-up is offered from select locations in Rovaniemi (please see special terms and specify when booking)
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • Hotel transfers to and from Rovaniemi
  • Instructor/guide
Excluded
  • Winter clothing
  • Photo with Santa
  • Arctic Circle crossing certificate
  • Souvenirs
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm and waterproof winter coat
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Warm underlayers
  • Winter boots
  • Thick wool socks
  • Hat
  • Scarf
  • Mittens/gloves
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Small backpack

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