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Dream of Santa 3 day trip to Lapland

Day 1 in Lapland

After arriving at Rovaniemi’s own convenient airport, the children will love being greeted en route to the resort by a reindeer with its Sami handler, and one of Santa’s elves. This gives you the perfect photo opportunity to start your break in true Lapland style!

Our comfortable coaches will whisk you off for a short 20-25 min ride to your chosen hotel or cabin. On the way, we will call in on our Arctic clothing partner to get you fitted out with your complimentary thermal over-suits, boots, gloves and hats, so you are ready for adventure.

Fun-time – a chance to explore Rovaniemi and get your bearings in this popular resorts, or to head out into the snow to make snowmen or try tobogganing, or maybe enjoy a relaxing swim or sauna.

For guests on full board option, a wonderful welcome dinner this evening sets the scene for tomorrow’s excitement!

Day 2 in Lapland

You will be picked up for the ultimate Christmas adventure, with all the following activities available at some point during the day, all of which are included in the package:

  • Husky Sled Ride : those lovable dogs just love to run, and the sensation of gliding through this winter wonderland behind a team of eager huskies is the highlight of the trip for many guests. Children ride sitting with a parent whilst grown-ups can all take a turn at actually driving your own sled on this thrilling 20 min adventure.
  • Reindeer Sleigh : meet your reindeer and your Sami guide, learn the Lappish reindeer names, then set off through the clad woods on a magical 7-10 min ride, with th3 children cuddled under blankets on your knee.
  • Visit Santa’s “ Lapland Control Centre” : to see how Santa keeps track of all of his letters from around the world, and stays in touch with all of his elves and helpers, busily getting ready for Christmas.
  • Elf School : warm up with a fun lesson at elf school, learning about the elves and their ways, and maybe a little also about the shy but friendly Lapland animals you may meet out and about in the wood!
  • Santa Claus : The highlight of the day is by snowmobile-sled on your family’s own search for Santa! Tucked away in the woods, you will find his little log cabin home, and meet Santa Claus himself in an exclusive, private family meeting with his helpers on hand ensure there is magic in the air!
  • Ice Activities : A super range of snow and ice activities are available for you all to enjoy, including tobogganing, ice fishing, kick-sledding, tandem skiing, mini skidoo rides for children, and the local skill of reindeer– lassoing.
  • Meals & Refreshments : Lunch is also included of course – a simple 2 course meal with separate options for the children, and plenty of hot berry juice, squash, tea and coffee available too. Refreshments are available indoors all day, for those times when a few minutes warming up by the log fire is needed before the next adventure. There may even be the chance for children to bake their own gingerbread man, to eat or save – you choose!

Finally, it’s back to your hotel or cabin accommodation to get ready for ( if you have chosen the great value full board option ) your Lapland dinner show.

Accommodation
Ounasvaara Cabins
Hotel Cumulus
Sky Hotel
Hotel Santa Claus
Trip Highlights
  • Private family meeting with Santa Claus.
  • Visit to Santa’s Lapland Control centre
  • Visit to Elf school
  • Husky Sled ride
  • Reindeer Sleigh ride
  • Snowmobile search for Santa
  • Snow & ice activities
  • Children’s gingerbread – making
  • A gift for all children under 13 from Santa
  • Lunch and refreshments
  • Thermal outer suits and accessories
  • Letter to Santa Claus

Day 3 in Lapland

Fun time again, with the chance to thrill to one of the wide range of exciting optional adventures such as a snowmobile safari, skiing, tobogganing or snowshoeing.

Alternatively, you may wish to use the morning to do a little Christmas shopping in Rovaniemis’s attractive range of clothes, craft and gift shops and take a taste of Lapland home with you!

What ever you chose if you have taken full board option, a light packed lunch will be provided from your hotel to eat at your convenience.

We will collect you from your accommodation by coach for the short transfer back to Ivalo airport for your return flight home, and the chance for sleepy children to dream of Santa!

 

     Prices are based on the Cummulus Hotel in a Type B Bedroom sleeping 2-3. 

Room Supplements & Full Board Supplements are additional.

FREE CHILD PLACES AVAILABLE ON SELECTED DEPARTURES FOR CHILDREN AGED 2-5 YEARS!!!

One Free Child Place available per family consisting of a minimum of 2 adults sharing a room.

 

 SPECIAL OFFER!

An extra discount of £50.00 per family (Minimum family of 3)

 

DOUBLE DISCOUNT OFFER - £100.00!!

Applies to the following departures - 04, 06 &11 December from Birmingham and 05 & 12 December from London Gatwick when staying in a Type B Bedroom at the Sky Hotel (for families of three only)

Both offers apply to bookings made up and including 23 August 2008

This offer supercedes any previous offer and can be withdrawn at any time

  
The main location for the Dream of Santa trip is the resort of Rovaniemi in Lapland
Departure Date Nights Departure Airport Adult Price Child Price Child 2-3    
Wed 3rd Dec 2008 2 London Gatwick £579 £379 £379 Free Child - Conditions apply. Ask at time of booking. Enquire
Thu 4th Dec 2008 2 Birmingham £629 £467 £195   Enquire
Fri 5th Dec 2008 2 London Gatwick £709 £527 £219   Enquire
Sat 6th Dec 2008 2 Birmingham £709 £527 £219   Enquire
Wed 10th Dec 2008 2 London Gatwick £679 £399 £399 Free Child - Conditions apply. Ask at time of booking. Enquire
Thu 11th Dec 2008 2 Birmingham £679 £505 £209   Enquire
Fri 12th Dec 2008 2 London Gatwick £759 £565 £235   Enquire
Tue 16th Dec 2008 2 Birmingham £719 £425 £425 Free Child - Conditions apply. Ask at time of booking. Enquire
Wed 17th Dec 2008 2 London Gatwick £749 £442 £442 Free Child - Conditions apply. Ask at time of booking. Enquire
Thu 18th Dec 2008 2 Birmingham £759 £604 £374   Enquire
Fri 19th Dec 2008 2 London Gatwick £829 £659 £405   Enquire
Sat 20th Dec 2008 2 Birmingham £859 £684 £420   Enquire
Sun 21st Dec 2008 2 London Gatwick £829 £617 £255   Enquire
Mon 22nd Dec 2008 2 Birmingham £799 £635 £390   Enquire
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