Snow is Falling

Snow is Falling

The countdown to Christmas is always a time of great excitement and anticipation, and nowhere more so than in Santa’s very own homeland. From the moment Lapland receives its first dusting of snow, an annual wintry transformation begins: the glistening snow deepens, the starry nights draw darker, and once-flowing rivers and streams are frozen to a standstill. The heralding of the Festive season is crowned by the reappearance of the dancing Northern Lights overhead. Christmas is coming, magic is in the air, and the excitement is palpable.
Of course, Santa would choose to make this his home – this is ‘True’ Lapland, after all. And how ‘True’ it is! Trees bowing under the weight of the snow, the crispness of the cleanest air in the world, and vast expanses of untouched snow which stretch to the horizon. This is Lapland as you imagined it: picture perfect. At the centre of True Lapland is Karesuando, a quaint little village in the far north of Finland – far away from the mass-market resorts of Saariselka and Rovaniemi. Here, a timeless charm abounds, and curious traditions hold sway. An ideal place, then, to step into a winter adventure involving husky sleds, reindeer sleighs and snowmobiles. Don’t forget to make a visit to Santa on your trip – you’ve travelled a long way to see him! But… how does he remember your name?

Included Activities

Your 3-night break begins with a direct flight from your local regional airport to Enontekio, in the far north of Finnish Lapland – no need for lengthy waits or stressful connections at Helsinki! Your 3.5-hour flight includes inflight meals and 18kg of checked luggage per person.
Following a transfer of approximately 50 minutes, you will arrive in the small village of Karesuando. Although remote and quaint, the village stretches over two countries, Finland and Sweden, and the border is formed by the frozen river which runs through the centre. Karesuando, then, is home to two time zones, two languages, and two currencies (but, to make things easier, your holiday will run on Finnish time and the currency in Finland is the Euro!) The Davvi Arctic Lodge is situated on a hillside, overlooking Karesuado and the fells beyond. There are various types of accommodation available at the Lodge: hotel rooms and timber cabins for families, and apartment-style Fell Houses for larger families or groups. Your full-board stay includes all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner), which are served buffet-style in the hotel’s main restaurant (drinks are available at the hotel’s bar and payable locally). You may wish to add some additional excursions to make your stay extra special, such as a night in an igloo, but the ‘Snow is Falling’ holiday already includes these thrilling activities:

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. But where is he? Journey through a snow-clad forest until you find a cabin in a clearing. Is he there? Come in and find out…

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

Davvi Arctic Lodge

Nestled in a winter paradise, Davvi Arctic Lodge garners accolades for its exceptional service, with staff members frequently described as friendly, professional, and attentive. Guests have called out the cleanliness of the lodge, emphasizing the well-equipped and cozy rooms. While the accommodations are basic, many find them to be comfortable, with certain cabins boasting saunas for added luxury.

The hotel's amenities are praised for their functionality and organization. Although opinions on value vary, with some pointing to the high cost of the bar, experiences like the Snowmobile safari are often deemed worth the expense.

Accommodations

Davvi Arctic Lodge

Hotel Rooms (Double)

Sleeps 2-5 The main hotel building consists of 25 rooms split over two floors and includes a mixture of twin and double rooms. On the upper floor, the rooms form part of the circular reindeer corral build of the hotel, and the rooms on the lower floor span the north and south wings of the building. All rooms and en-suite (shower room) and guests have access to the hotel sauna and hot tub (local charge applies). - En-suite shower room - Tea and coffee facilities - Hotel sauna - Hotel hot tub (local charge)

Cabins

Sleeps 2-6 The Davvi Arctic Lodge has 14 traditional timber-built cabins which are located in the grounds of the hotel. The main hotel building, where meals are taken, are just a short walk away. Most cabins are twin or double rooms in an open-plan style, with a further two two-bedroom cabins available for larger parties. Each cabin has its own private sauna and en-suite shower room. Minimum occupancy applies. - Private sauna - En-suite shower room - Traditional timber-built - Tea and coffee facilities - Hotel hot tub (local charge)

Fell House

Sleeps 5-9 The Fell House accommodation is simple and spacious; ideal for larger families or groups. Each unit has two or three bedrooms as well as a central lounge area which can be turned into a third or fourth bedroom respectively. There is one en-suite shower room in each Fell House. The main hotel building is a short 5-minute walk away but is uphill so may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. Minimum occupancy applies. - DVD player - Separate lounge area -nThermal suits and boots storage - Tea and coffee facilities - Hotel sauna - Hotel hot tub (local charge)

Aurora House - Deluxe Room

Sleeps 2 The deluxe room is perfect for two. This cosy, double room comes complete with modern features such as underfloor heating, a free standing bath, double sinks, a traditional Finnish sauna and a feature LED Fire. The room is located in the grounds of the hotel and accessed via a lobby shared with just one other room. - Private sauna - Underfloor heating - Feature LED Fire - Free-standing bath - Tea and coffee facilities