Rovaniemi Day Tour: Arktikum Science Museum, Santa's Village & Reindeer/Husky Farm
Visit Rovaniemi for stunning views at Ounasvaara forest. Learn about Sami people at Arktikum, meet reindeer and huskies, and get an Arctic Circle at Santa's Village.
- Catch sight of the captivating landscape from the extensive Ounasvaara
- Delight in anecdotes about the Sami people at Arktikum
- Enjoy the exciting husky and reindeer sleigh rides at Sami Village during wintertime (husky/reindeer farms are visited in summer)
- Receive an Arctic Circle certificate at fun-packed Santa's Village
Options
Summer Departure
Additional Info
Please note husky or reindeer sleigh is only available for wintertime package
What's included in Rovaniemi Day Tour: Arktikum Science Museum, Santa's Village & Reindeer/Husky Farm
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Enjoy the majestic views at Ounasvaara
Learn about the Arctic and Lapland at Arktikum
Experience reindeer sleighing (husky and reindeer farms will be visited in summer)
Snap festive photos at Santa's Village
Receive an Arctic Circle certificate
－What You Can Expect－
Have a wonderful Christmas-themed trip to Rovaniemi and visit multiple attractions in a fulfilling day tour. Firstly travel to Ounasvaara, a pristine forest with 8,000 years of history, and witness the astonishing views. Take out your camera and snap unforgettable photos with vast snow-covered trees and Finland's longest river Kemijoki as a backdrop.
Next, proceed to Arktikum to learn about the ice age and the Sami People. Admire the gigantic but adorable animal specimens featuring reminders and huskies. Delight in Arktikum's futuristic architectural design of the arcade-shaped glass ceiling while appreciating exhibits like the Arctic in Change.
Experience being Santa Claus at Sami Village, it's time to interact with arctic animals including submissive reindeer and fluffy, adorable huskies. You can even take a husky and reindeer sleigh during wintertime! Take in the wintry views and perhaps hum some Christmas carols to amuse yourself.
* Husky and reindeer farms will be visited in summer, but note that the sled experience will not be included
Cap off the satisfying day tour with a visit to Santa's village, stroll through the fairy-tale-like village full of bells and other delightful decorations outside and inside of dainty wooden hubs. Make sure to send someone or yourself a postcard with a specially-designed stamp on it. Also, feast on the delicious buffet lunch to warm your stomach. Book now and get your Arctic Circle certificate as lifetime memorabilia.
－Important Info－
- Meeting Time: 8:30 am- 9:30 am (winter), 9:00 am-9:30 am (summer)
- Please refer to the voucher for actual meeting and pick-up time - Meeting/return Point: Nordic Unique Travels Safari Office (Address: Maakuntakatu 29, 96200 Rovaniemi)
- Duration: 5-7 hrs
- We do not provide pick up and drop off for this tour
Inclusions
- English-speaking tour guide
- Arktikum admission ticket - not available on Dec 24 and Mondays (except for December)
- Reindeer and husky short sleigh (Only available for winter package. But husky and reindeer farms will be visited in summer)
- Santa Claus Village admission ticket (complimentary Arctic Circle certificate included)
- Buffet lunch
- View from Ounasvaara Hill
- Tips (Optional)
- Insurance (travelers are recommended to purchase their own insurance
- Other expenses
- Winter clothes: apparels, boots, and gloves (please inquire the tour guide for rental info)
- Personal expenses
- pick-up and drop-off services
- In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
- Please kindly take note that we do not provide pick up and drop off for this tour
- Please arrive promptly at designated meeting point tour will depart on time and refund will not be granted for any late arrivals
- Please note that departure time may vary depending on seasons and availability, so please kindly check the email after reservations
- Please note that the actual staying time for each attraction is subject to change due to traffic conditions and other unforeseen circumstances
- Please be sure to fill in the WhatsApp that can be used during your trip, the supplier may update the related information
Meet
Venues
- Nordic Unique Travels Safari OfficeDeparture: any time between 09:00 - 09:30(summer) & 08:00 - 09:00(winter). Please notice that the departure time may vary depending on the seasons and availability, please kindly check the email for the exact pick-up time and pick-up location.
Meeting / End Points
- Location of Experience
Policies
Purchase Summary
- Please kindly take note that we do not provide pick up and drop off for this tour
- Meeting/return point: Nordic Unique Travels Office (Address: Maakuntakatu 29-31, in front of Rosso restaurant)
- This tour requires at least 2 travelers, please consider before booking. For Sunday departures, at least 4 travelers are required. If the minimum traveler number requirement is not met, this tour will be cancelled or rescheduled
- Free admission for children under age 3, proof of age (e.g. passport) is required
- Children aged under 14 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult
- If you have special dietary restrictions, please notify us in the "Note" section when booking
- Please note there is no barrier-free facility on this tour
- Please note Travelers will not be steering husky sleigh or reindeer sleigh
- The max. capacity of a husky/reindeer sleigh is 2 to 3 travelers, be mindful that the actual capacity is subject to change due to each traveler's height and weight
- Arktikum Science Museum closes on December 24 and Mondays (excluding those in December)
- There is no guarantee for Chinese-speaking tour guide, and an English-speaking tour guide will replace it in short-handed situation
- Since the number of people in each group varies, we cannot guarantee extra space for luggage in the vehicle. Please make sure to provide the luggage dimensions in the Remark section when placing your order for confirmation
