Lapland Holidays
What a Lapland holiday looks like:
Holidays in Lapland
What better way to enjoy the magic of Christmas than a trip to see Santa on a Lapland holiday? Think crisp white snow, reindeer, huskies, and elves – it’s a place where childhood dreams can become reality.
Father Christmas has put some time aside in his busy December schedule to welcome you into his Lapland hideaway, with the elves on hand to join in the fun – all you need to do is wrap up warm and bring your Christmas list!
Experience the thrill of husky sledging and tobogganing or take a ride through the stunning landscape on a magical reindeer sleigh. And at the end of the day look out for nature’s very own light show, the Aurora Borealis/Northern Lights.
Hays Travel offers Lapland Day Trips throughout December - flying out early morning and returning late at night. Extend your stay on a two-, three-, or four-night break staying in various resorts, including Saariselkä and Rovaniemi.
Travel Guide
The best time to visit Lapland is in December, when there’s snow on the ground setting the scene for a festive escape.
- Currency: Euro
- December temp: -5°C/23°F
- Average flight time: 3 Hours
- Time Difference: +2 hours
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Things to see and do in Lapland
Rovaniemi leads to Santa Claus Village where you can post your Christmas list at the Main Post Office, see Mrs Claus bake gingerbread cookies at Christmas Cottage, and meet Santa Claus and his elves; and Arktikum Science Museum to learn about Lapland’s culture, natural history, meteorology, and geology.
Get up close to arctic wildlife at Rauna Wildlife Park, pet a reindeer at Elf’s Farm Yard, snap a selfie at Lumberjack’s Candle Bridge at nightfall, and try your hand at cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling.
In Saariselkä; embark on a Husky, Reindeer, or Snowmobile Safari through snowy landscapes, go snowboarding at Freestyle Park, try out a snowmobile and learn about the indigenous Sami people at Sami Cultural Center.
Food and drink in Lapland
Lapland’s food menus comprise hearty roast duck, meatballs, stews, wild salmon and trout, and local specialities like Leipäjuusto, Rieska, Lapin Puikula, Rössypottu, Blodpalt, and Poronkäristys.
Christmas Eve is also a special day in Lapland when people eat gingerbread cookies and drink Glögg mulled wine.
What is the currency used here?
Lapland uses the Euro.
What is there to do in Lapland?
1. See the Northern lights in a once in a lifetime visit. The northern lights are an amazing sight to see with its amazing colours and ability to fill the sky. There are plenty of cabins to go to that provide a perfect view of the lights.
2. Have fun with the many wintertime activities. Activities such as skiing, snowboarding, husky safaris and meeting Santa are perfect when the wintertime and the amazing fresh snow comes around.
3. Take in the fresh clean air and amazing natural views. Lapland is well-known for having pristine air, crystal-clear clean water, and the untouched natural landscapes. This will be a perfect place to holiday for you to have a relaxing captivating getaway from the big city and bustle of city life.
4. Visit Santa Clause. Rovaniemi is a perfect place for a family winter holiday as it is home to Santa and lets your children have a fun experience talking to Santa and seeing his reindeer.
When is the best time of the year to visit?
Winter is of course the best time to time to go to Lapland as all the activities that make Lapland so memorable or available for everyone. The weather is wonderful this time of year with the fresh snow and the chill air perfect to get you in the winter feeling. From Skiing to seeing Santa this time of year is perfect for a family holiday during the Christmas period.
What are the popular locations to visits?
The Arktikum museum is a great place to go as it offers an amazing experience of discovery and the stunning architecture of the building is a must see for holidayers. Here you can learn about the mysteries and truths artic region and the Sámi culture native to Lapland.
Riisitunturi National Park is perfect for those looking for a scenic view and a hike of the beautiful, protected area. This location is perfect all year round as during the winter the trees and landscape are covered in snow giving off a magical atmosphere and during the summer the nature comes to life with the flowers blooming and the wildlife graze the landscape.
Ylläs Ski Resort is a fantastic place for those looking for fun during the winter. If you are looking to ski during the winter this is the perfect place to be with the large amount of snow and the many slops offering many views and excitement. Also, the resort is a great place to see the northern lights as when the time gets close to see them the resort dims the light leaving a breathtaking view of the lights.
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