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Overnight Winter Santa Safari
Duration:
flexibleStarts from:
Helsinki,
Finland
price: from 520 EUR
details & reservations
TOUR DESCRIPTION
Spend the day in the land of Santa Claus! Meet the man himself, ride a snowmobile and get a reindeer driving license - this must be the ultimate Lappish experience tour!
This tour is seasonal and only operates from December, 2007 through to March, 2008
Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland, is situated at the Arctic Circle. It is also known as the home of Santa Claus. Your tour starts in the evening by night train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi. The tour day begins with a snowmobile safari; equipped with warm thermal clothing you are taken to a nearby reindeer cottage to learn about the Lapp culture. The exotic Arctic Circle ceremony, takes place in a traditional Lappish 'kota' tent. You will then have the chance to take a reindeer ride if you wish.
In the afternoon a three-course lunch consisting of Lappish specialities awaits you in a cosy restaurant. After lunch the programme continues with a visit to the Santa Claus Village to meet the man in person. You can mail your postcards at Santa's own Post Office and do some shopping in Santa's Shop.
Your tour ends in the city of Rovaniemi where you have free time to explore the city on your own. Your flight back to Helsinki departs in the evening.
ROUTE DETAILS
Start from: Helsinki, Finland
Finish point: Helsinki, Finland
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Transportation type: other tours
Access for disabled: no
Guidance type: guided tour
Tour languages: English
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