Santa is on his Way - 3 nights

Santa is on his Way

Christmas never arrives quickly enough. The counting down of days, the anticipation, the peeling of advent calendar doors – it’s an exciting and busy time. But it’s still possible to swap the festive frenzy for festive bliss and relax in the peaceful surrounds of Lapland. When you first set foot in Lapland, on the edge of Europe’s last great wilderness, it really is like walking into a scene from a Christmas card; there are blankets of snow as far as you can see! Christmas is a special time, when family memories are made that will last a lifetime; it should be exceptional. And what could be more special than spending Christmas in the magical home of Santa himself? A short stay in Lapland is a guaranteed way of making festive family memories that will last for a lifetime: driving snowmobiles down frozen rivers, riding a reindeer sleigh through snow-capped forests, and mushing a team of husky sleds through crunched paths of pristine snow are all part of the fun! Of course, Lapland is the home of the REAL Father Christmas, so it would only be fitting to search for him in his cabin deep in the snow-capped forest – maybe a friendly reindeer will show you the way!

Included Activities

The holiday begins with a morning flight to the very north of Finland, in ‘True Lapland’, so-called because of its authentic, picture-perfect landscapes, exactly as you imagined them: vast swathes of pristine snow stretching to the horizon and beyond. In the midst of these wintry snowscapes lies Hetta, a quaint village home to just a few hundred people, which forms the setting for this festive holiday. A million miles away from the commercial mass-market resorts such as Rovaniemi or Saariselka, Hetta offers peace and tranquility amid the excitement of Lapland’s festivities. Your stay at the Hetan Majatalo will be on a full-board basis, with breakfast, lunch and dinner being served buffet style. In its 100th year of welcoming guests to Lapland, you’re assured of a warm reception at this family-run hotel. Thermal suits and boots are included for the duration of your stay, but remember to bring hats, scarves, gloves, and many pairs of socks! This special Christmas holiday includes the activities set out below, which ensure you’re simply having a wonderful Christmas time:

Snowmobile Safari

A snowmobile safari is a must-do part of any Lapland trip. On our Snow is Falling tour, you follow a track through pristine forest under the canopy of towering, snow-clad pines. Children are pulled by a sled following behind.

Husky Sled Safari

A team of eager huskies await the sign … and you’re off! What better way to see the wonders of Lapland than on this exciting journey across the Arctic tundra pulled by those who know it best: your newest four-legged friends.

Reindeer Sleigh Ride

Santa’s faithful reindeer await to take you by sleigh ride through a wintry wonderland forest to find Santa’s hidden cabin. Gently ride through the snow, meandering through towering pines. Do you know the reindeer’s name?

Family Meeting with Santa

Of course, no visit to Lapland is complete without a visit to see the REAL Father Christmas in his homeland. Personally call in to visit Santa in his cabin in the woods and say 'thank you' for the gifts he brought whilst you were sleeping!

What's Included:

• 3 nights Full board Accommodation
• Return flights & airport transfers
• Private family meeting with Santa
• Loan of Thermal suit and boots
• Husky sled safari
• Snowmobile safari
• Reindeer sleigh ride

Majatalo

At the Hetan Majatalo, you can be assured of a warm welcome! This family-run hotel has been welcoming guests to the heart of True Lapland since 1924. Now in its fourth-generation, the hotel is an established staple in Arctic tourism and still offers a stay of peace and relaxation amongst the thrills and excitement of the snow activities which the area has to offer. The hotel backs on to a forest and is set away from the main road in the centre of the small and picturesque village of Hetta.
The Majatalo has 27 rooms, sleeping between 1-6 people. Many of the rooms have a loft (or mezzanine) level, with a skyline window additional to the one of the ground floor. All rooms have ensuite shower rooms, and are equipped with the necessities for a comfortable stay: television, radio, mini fridge, drying closet, kettle and hair dryer. The restaurant serves original dishes from Lapland: home-made and tasty. The lounge lobby is a great place to unwind and reminisce about the day in Lapland with fellow guests; a great place to read, watch TV, or enjoy a drink. The hotel has saunas to warm you and your party after a long day of Arctic adventures. A small library and souvenir shop are also available. WiFi reaches all hotel rooms. The Hetan Majatalo is an excellent choice for those searching for the Aurora Borealis. Situated in Hetta, at the edge of the Pallas-Yllas National Park, the vast open surrounds emit no light pollution, making this a prime Aurora viewing location along the Nordics’ Northern Lights Belt. The hotel is currently rated the #1 hotel in Enontekio on Trip Advisor.

Accommodations

Majatalo

Hotel Rooms

These timber-styled rooms are spacious and comfortable, offering all the amenities needed for a relaxing trip to Lapland. Rooms sleep up to 6 people. Many of the rooms have a loft (or mezzanine) level, with a skyline window additional to the one of the ground floor. All rooms have en-suite shower rooms, and are equipped with: television, radio, mini fridge, drying closet, kettle and hair dryer. - Television - Drying Closet - Kettle - Hair Dryer - Mini Fridge - Radio