Fairytale Christmas Adventure
- Tour ID: PSLCA
Tour Info:
- Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
- Seasons: Winter
- Travel Style: Christmas Tours, Group Tours, Northern Lights
- Countries: Finland
- Available: 14 December 2026 ONLY
This is going to be the adventure of a lifetime!
Your journey begins in festive Helsinki before carrying you north into the heart of Finnish Lapland — a place of still forests, frozen lakes and star-filled skies. Along the way, you’ll share moments that feel straight out of a storybook: gliding through the snow in a reindeer sleigh, racing through the wilderness behind a team of huskies, exploring by snowmobile, and finally meeting Santa himself.
There’s adventure every day, but just as many quiet, cosy moments — the ones that often stay with you the longest.
You’ll spend your time in Salla Wilderness Lodge, your home in the Arctic. Set among pristine wilderness, it’s a place to slow down and soak it all in. By day, take in the endless white landscapes through panoramic windows; by night, look up and, if you’re lucky, watch the Northern Lights flicker across the sky. It’s peaceful, remote, and completely unforgettable.
Accommodation:
Salla Wilderness Lodge: Beautifully located in the wilderness and with these beautifully appointed lodges with their large panoramic windows overlooking ancient pine forests, are the perfect location to take in the views created by Nature and observe the quiet details of life in the Arctic.
Family Lodge is perfect for families with two children. With a double bed for adults, an alcove with a 120cm bed for children and jacuzzi, they’re ideal for the family to enjoy after a day out in the snow.
Couple Lodge Two person lodges are a superb option for couples. With panoramic windows facing the forest, the lodge has it’s own jacuzzi and sauna – perfect for relaxing moments after a day of activities.
Highlights:
- Special Santa Meeting
- Husky & reindeer safaris
- Dinner in Sámi Kota
- Snowshoe walking
Price Includes:
- Overnight Helsinki hotel inclusive of breakfast
- Santa Express Helsinki to Rovaniemi in sleeper cabins
- Transfer to your Lapland Resort
- Five nights in Salla Wilderness Lodge
- Breakfast daily
- Dinners during stay in Salla
- Husky Safari
- Reindeer Safari
- Special Santa Meeting
- Snowshoe walking
- Snowmobile Safari
- Ice Fishing
- Outdoor suit and boots
Itinerary:
Arrive in Helsinki, where Christmas sparkles around every corner. After checking in, enjoy a relaxed evening soaking up the atmosphere — the perfect start to your Lapland adventure.
Enjoy a leisurely day before your journey north begins.
This evening, step aboard the Santa Express overnight train — a highlight in itself. Settle into your private sleeper cabin, perhaps visit the restaurant carriage for a warm meal or drink, then drift off to sleep as the train glides through snow-covered forests and frozen lakes.
Wake up in the heart of Finnish Lapland.
On your transfer to Salla, the scenery becomes beautifully remote — endless white landscapes, silent forests, and crisp Arctic air.
Salla is proudly known as “in the middle of nowhere” — and that’s exactly its charm. No crowds, no rush — just pure wilderness and a deep sense of calm.
Home over the next few days will be the beautiful and authentic Salla Wilderness Lodge. With it’s large panoramic windows at the surrounding landscape comes right into view, overlooking ancient pine forests with the gentle slopes of the Sallatunturi fells beyond. As you take in the scenery, there’s time to slow down, watch the forest, and observe the quiet details of life in the Arctic.
Tonight, gather for a traditional Lappish dinner in a cosy kota hut. Warm firelight, local flavours, and a relaxed atmosphere make for a memorable welcome to Lapland.
With a bit of luck, tonight — or in the nights ahead — you may witness the Northern Lights dancing across the sky .
Time today to meet Lapland’s favourite animal – reindeer! Seated in a sleigh pulled by a reindeer, enjoy a sedate ride through the snowladen forest. It’s quiet, unhurried, and surprisingly peaceful. Along the way, you’ll meet reindeer, feed them, and learn more about reindeers in Lapland.
Warm up around the fire with hot drinks before heading back. Special issue to take home to show family and friends – a Reindeer Driving Licence!
Today brings a high energy activity.
You’ll meet your husky team — excited, eager, and ready to run. After a quick introduction, you’ll set off through the snowy landscape, taking turns driving your sled. It’s exhilarating, but also incredibly scenic.
Halfway through, you’ll pause by the fire to warm up before continuing your journey.
If the sky is clear tonight, you may head out in search of the Northern Lights — one of those moments you never quite forget.
Today you head deeper into the wilderness.
Following your guide, you’ll travel by snowmobile through forests and across open landscapes to Ruuhitunturi Fell. At the top, the views stretch for miles — snow-covered trees, frozen lakes, and endless white horizons.
You’ll stop along the way to warm up, enjoy lunch, and take it all in before heading back
A slower, quieter day.
On snowshoes, you’ll walk through the forest at an easy pace, noticing the small details — animal tracks, the silence, the crisp air. Your guide will share stories about the landscape and wildlife as you go.
Later, try ice fishing on a frozen lake. It’s simple, peaceful, and a very local experience — just you, the ice, and a bit of patience.
This is the day many have been waiting for.
Travelling by snowmobile and sleigh, you’ll head deep into the forest to find Santa’s cabin, hidden among the trees. It feels wonderfully real — quiet, snowy, and just a little magical.
Each family has a private visit with Santa. There’s time to talk, take photos, and enjoy the moment — and for children, a special gift makes it even more memorable.
While you wait, there’s plenty of fun outside in the snow, with time to play, explore, and warm up with hot drinks.
It’s a special kind of day — one that stays with you long after you leave.
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to Salla and head to Rovaniemi.
Depending on your time of departure from Rovaniemi, take time to visit Santa Village and send a postcard back home to your envious family and friends.
Your time in Lapland may have come to an end but you’re leaving with a suitcase full of memories of snowy forests, quiet moments, shared laughter, and a taste of Arctic magic.
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Important Info:
An itinerary and quotation will be prepared for your consideration. Once accepted, a deposit is required to secure the booking.
For each traveller, we require:
- Full name exactly as shown on passport
- Date of birth
- Contact phone number
- Dietary, medical or other special requirements
No services are held at quotation stage and remain subject to availability until booked and confirmed. If a quoted service becomes unavailable, we will offer a suitable alternative where possible.
Deposit amounts vary by tour and supplier and will be advised before booking. Some accommodation, cruises, Christmas/New Year arrangements and special services may require higher deposits, full payment or non-refundable payment at booking.
Final payment is generally due 90 days before travel, unless an earlier date is required by a supplier. Your booking invoice will confirm the applicable payment schedule.
Where final supplier rates have not yet been released, provisional pricing may be provided. Any applicable conditions will be explained before booking.
Your confirmed itinerary will specify all inclusions. Unless stated otherwise, prices generally exclude:
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Meals not listed
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Services not specifically listed
Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended as soon as the deposit is paid, particularly where components are non-refundable.
Clients receive a 20% discount with GO Insurance. Please request a quotation.
Traveller names must exactly match the passport used for travel, including all given names and surnames. Incorrect details may result in fees or difficulties with travel arrangements.
Travellers are responsible for ensuring passports meet the validity and entry requirements of all countries visited. For the Schengen Area, Australian passports generally must:
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- Be valid for at least 3 months after departure from the Schengen Area
- Have been issued within the previous 10 years
We recommend having at least 6 months’ passport validity remaining wherever possible. Travellers are responsible for obtaining required visas, travel authorisations and other entry documents. Requirements should be checked with relevant government authorities before travel.
Nordic itineraries may involve walking on snow/ice, uneven surfaces, stairs, boats, snowmobiles, carrying luggage and extended periods outdoors in cold weather. Activities may have age, height, health, mobility or licensing requirements.
Medical conditions, mobility limitations and accessibility needs should be advised at booking so suitable arrangements can be considered.
Dietary requirements and allergies should be advised at booking. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate them, but cannot guarantee this, particularly in remote or wilderness locations. Travellers with serious allergies should also confirm requirements directly with meal providers.
Travellers on self-drive itineraries are responsible for holding the appropriate licence for the destination and rental provider. A valid physical licence may also be required for activities such as snowmobiling.
Accommodation will be booked in the room category shown on your confirmed itinerary. Scandinavian rooms may be smaller than Australian equivalents and configurations can differ.
Twin rooms commonly have two single beds, sometimes positioned together. Additional beds may be sofa or rollaway beds. Double rooms may also use two single beds together, with separate doonas.
If accommodation must change due to circumstances outside our control, we will seek a similar or higher standard wherever possible.
Porterage is generally not included. Travellers should be comfortable managing their own luggage.
Some trains, flights, coaches, ferries, transfers and vehicles have luggage limits. Any applicable restrictions will be advised in your travel documents. One manageable suitcase per person is recommended. Excess luggage charges are the traveller’s responsibility.
Scandinavian and Lapland travel can involve very cold temperatures, snow, ice and rapidly changing weather. Appropriate thermal layers, waterproof outerwear, gloves, hats and suitable footwear are essential. Summer weather can also change quickly, so rain protection is recommended.
Weather, road conditions or operational issues may require activities or transport to be delayed, modified, rescheduled or replaced. Safety takes priority, and suitable alternatives will be arranged where reasonably possible.
The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. Sightings depend on solar activity, weather, cloud cover and darkness. Tours are designed to maximise viewing opportunities but cannot guarantee a sighting.
Weather, transport schedules, supplier operations and other circumstances may require changes to accommodation, transport, activities or itinerary order. Where possible, comparable alternatives will be arranged and significant changes communicated.
Changes and cancellations are subject to supplier conditions and may incur fees. Some services are non-refundable from booking, with Christmas/New Year arrangements often having stricter conditions.
Please refer to the full Terms & Conditions and quotation for applicable cancellation conditions.
Unused services are generally non-refundable, including those missed due to late arrival, early departure or choosing not to participate. Where services are missed due to circumstances outside the traveller’s control, we will assist where reasonably possible, subject to supplier conditions.
A live digital itinerary will be provided before departure with confirmed arrangements, important information, contacts and relevant documents/vouchers. It may be updated in real time if arrangements change.
We recommend it is kept accessible and checked regularly. If an issue occurs during travel, contact the relevant supplier and our team as soon as possible so we have the best opportunity to resolve it. Delayed reporting may limit what can be done.
Travellers should provide a mobile number that will remain active while overseas. Suppliers such as hotels, transfer companies and activity providers may use this number to contact you.
WhatsApp may not be available with all suppliers, so travellers may sometimes need to make a direct local or international call. Before departure, check roaming, international calling, SIM and eSIM options with your mobile provider.
All phone, roaming, SIM and international calling costs are the traveller’s responsibility.
Price Includes:
Based on 3* twin share. Request pricing for other categories.
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