Adventure to Northern Lapland, Saariselkä

Finland

Welcome to Saariselkä - an authentic village and a splendid ski resort in Finnish Lapland. Timetravels invites you to join the adventure of a lifetime - meet the real Santa Claus in his Village in Rovaniemi, visit the reindeer farm, or take a joyful husky ride through the winter wonderland. Saariselkä is a perfect place to try outdoor activities like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. And of course the high possibility of seeing the Northern Lights is the cherry on top!

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Timetravels Ltd

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Adventures To 1 Country.

Sightseeing

Skiing

Snowshoes

Cross-country skiing

Basic information

Meals

Own

Accommodation

Other

Transportation

Bus

Difficulty

3/5 - Moderate

Price includes

Transportation to and from the chosen point, Accommodation, Professional Tour guide, Hike to National Park, Santa Claus Village (depending upon your departure place), luggage (1 x 15 Kg luggage + backpack)

Price does not include

Meals, Extra activities (can be booked upon arrival), Clothes Rental, Accommodation Cleaning, Travel Health Insurance

Accomodation

Spend a week like a Finn! You will stay within walking distance from Saariselkä services (grocery stores, pistes, ski trails, restaurants, SPA, bars, etc.) All cottages and apartments have own sauna, bathroom, TV, self-catering kitchenette with tableware and cooking equipment, fridge, freezer, mattresses, and pillows. Cottages/apartments include the same amenities but the style and cottage size can change according to the availability. Wi-Fi is available in most cottages but is not a standard feature. Please note that according to availability: - the accommodation size can vary from 4 to 14 people; - the apartments have different standard beds according to availability: double beds, bunk beds, pull-out sofas and loft beds.

Meals

The accommodation (cabins/apartments) we offer is equipped with a kitchen so you have the possibility to cook on your own.

Transportation

A bus will be arranged from your chosen departure place. But you may choose to fly to the closest possible airport and start from there in order to avoid the long bus ride.

More information

The cancellation policy is uploaded as a document below. Please read it

Total price

From 459 €

After making the reservation, we will verify the availability of the selected date and contact you promptly.

No. of persons

Dates

4 dates

17. December 2025, Wednesday

459 € / pp (tot. 459 €)

language: English

Begins:

17. 12.

Ends:

23. 12. To 9:00 AM

21. December 2025, Sunday

459 € / pp (tot. 459 €)

language: English

Begins:

21. 12. From 9:00 PM

Ends:

27. 12.

25. December 2025, Thursday

459 € / pp (tot. 459 €)

language: English

Begins:

25. 12. From 9:00 PM

Ends:

31. 12.

Day 1 - Departure

The departure time might change +/- 2 hours. 21:00 Departure from Helsinki railway station square (In front of the Casino). Overnight on the bus. Gas station breaks every 4-5hours. Gas stations are well equipped: there are toilets, grocery stores, and cafes.

Day 2 - Santa Claus village (included), arrival in Lapland!

11:15 Departure from Rovaniemi railway station Groceries shopping time. 13:00 Departure from Rovaniemi airport Afternoon activity - Santa Claus Village (approximately 3 hours) - Included Cross the Arctic Circle and meet Santa Claus, elves and reindeer! Here you can also find Santa’s post office and send your greetings to your friends with a special stamp! This place is full of magic and the Christmas spirit! 15:45 Departure from Rovaniemi airport 16:00 Departure to Saariselkä (260 km) Evening - Arrival At Saariselkä A brief tour around the resort and lodging in the cottage. After lodging, guides will visit each cottage and show you how to use the sauna and fireplace and answer all your questions according to their best experience. This is the last chance to book extra activities if there is any vacancy. Hint! In the evening the best place to see the Northern lights is the local fell of Kaunispää, from the top of it you can see a 360-degree panorama all over. You can easily reach Kaunispää on foot from your cottage. Fireplace gathering.

Day 3 - Inari day (optional), Reindeer herder experience (optional), Snowshoe adventure (optional)

Morning activity - National park hike (included) Afternoon activity - Reindeer herder experience (optional) During this experience, you will learn about the local lifestyle, try lasso throwing and meet free-roaming reindeer. Evening activity - Snowshoe Trek to the Wilderness - (optional) Snowshoeing is one of our most enjoyable activities. Our guides make sure you conquer even the steepest of hills and enjoy what Lapland has to offer. You get a spectacular chance both to make new lifelong friendships and challenge yourself in picturesque Lappish scenery, something to reminisce about even after years. If you are lucky, maybe you will see the Northern Lights. Remember to bring a cheerful attitude and clothing that is suitable for having fun in deep snow. Try something new, you will love it!

Day 4 - Arctic Ocean tour (optional)

Day activity - Arctic Ocean Tour - (optional) This is our bucket list special. From early morning until late evening, you will discover new things about Lapland. We will travel towards the fjords and end up in the small, picturesque village of Bugøynes in Northern Norway. Bugøynes is located at the edge of the world. You have a chance to go swimming in the Arctic Ocean or just have a walk on sandy beaches and take photos of beautiful landscapes and then a warm sauna is waiting for you! After all the energy bursts, you will taste traditional fish soup in a local restaurant where you will hear interesting facts about the village and the people.

Day 5 - Husky safari (optional), Ice skating (Optional), Cross-country skiing (optional)

Morning activity - Husky Safari - (optional) Alaskan huskies are cheerful and strong dogs who really love to pull the sled! After an introduction about the farm life, the huskies will take you for a tour through the snowy wonderland. Afternoon Activity - Ice skating (optional) The exclusive Arctic glide! It is an extraordinary activity that offers a unique and unforgettable experience. We say it is unique because our track is the ONLY ONE on natural ice in the whole Lapland! As you glide over the 1 km-long ice track, you'll be surrounded by the beautiful landscape of the third biggest lake in Finland, creating a truly magical experience. Evening activity - Cross-country skiing (optional) Dare to try one of the oldest ways to travel in Lapland! Our guides will show you the Cross-Country Skiing technique so you will be ready to try the 4km track on your own. (distance depends on your skills) Only for beginners! Ski rental and a guide are included.

Day 6 - Check out day

10:00 CHECK OUT Cabins have to be left in the same conditions as they were upon your arrival. Please go through the following check-list: __________________________________________________________________________ -Make the beds -Clean the floors with the vacuum cleaner and mop. -Wash the dishes (do not use hand washing liquid e.g. Fairy for the dishwasher! It will cause a malfunction!) -Take the trash out. -Return the key to your group leader (they will perform the final check) __________________________________________________________________________ 10:00-14:00 Ice Fishing (optional) OR 10:00-15:00 Free time: you can go shopping, dining, sledding, downhill skiing. Return the rental clothes. You can leave your luggage on the bus! 15:45 Departure back home with the bus from the Holiday Club. 19:00 Gas station stop in Rovaniemi. 19:15 End of the trip if your departure point was Rovaniemi.

Day 7 - Arrival home

09:30 Estimated arrival in Helsinki. End of the trip if your departure point was Helsinki. **Timetravels reserves the right to changes in the itinerary. Should you need to book a transfer after the trip, please, consider only the departure - 4 hours after the expected arrival time for train/ferry/bus ticket; - 6 hours after the expected arrival time for flight tickets NOTE! Your default arrival place is the same as the departure place!