Visit Santa in his Arctic kingdom... just for a day All the joys of a trip to True Lapland...
and you will still be home for supper

IMAGINE SPENDING THE day in Santa’s kingdom - flying from an airport near you - and still being home in time for supper. For our Winter Wonderland day break, we take you to a magical location in the far north of Finnish Lapland, close to a vast snowcovered wilderness and a million miles from the overcrowded, overcommercialised Lapland day-break destinations favoured by some of our competitors.

Winter Wonderland takes you into True Lapland, home of the Sámi people, and on the edge of Europe’s last unspoiled wilderness. There, you will experience a magical and unforgettable search through the wintry forests for Santa’s secret hideaway and each family will have an opportunity to make a private visit to talk with him in his cabin.  Plus, a chance to sample reindeer rides, snowmobiles and husky dog sleds.

A DAY TO REMEMBER...
We fly to Enontekiö airport, from where this magical day break takes you deep within the Arctic landscapes. Our all-inclusive price includes the protective warmth of a thermal suit and boots (essential in a region where the average December temperatures range between –7C and –35C) but please ensure that you bring additional scarves, hats and gloves.

A WINTER WONDERLAND
You can take your pick from a wide range of activities. Enjoy a sled journey, being drawn by an eager team of huskies, and an altogether calmer reindeer sleigh trip. The daybreak also includes a snowmobile trip when adults with a full UK driving licence have the opportunity to
drive through the silent snowscapes (children pulled in a sleigh behind guide).

EXCITING SNOW ACTIVITIES
As well as all the activities detailed above there will be time to play in the snow, giving children (and parents too!) the chance to enjoy toboganning, snowman-making and snowball fights! A warming two-course lunch is included in the price of your day break.

SEARCH FOR SANTA
The highlight of the day arrives when you venture into the snow-clad surroundings in
the hope of fi nding the hidden log cabin where  Santa sometimes stays at this time of the year. After a magical journey through the silent forest, each family will enjoy a private visit with Santa, who will fi nd the time to talk to each child about their Christmas wishes.

PLEASE NOTE: For operational reasons, itineraries may vary.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
􀂻 Husky sled journey
􀂻 Snowmobile trip
􀂻 Reindeer sleigh ride
􀂻 Search for Santa
􀂻 Private family meeting with Santa
􀂻 Gift for children
􀂻 Free souvenirs (see below)
􀂻 Snow activities: tobogganing,
snowballing and snowman-making
Also included: Return fl ights with hot meals on board, all taxes and government air passenger duty, thermal suits and boots, souvenir Lapland passport.

 

 Can anyone drive a snowmobile?
Driving a snowmobile in Finland is like driving a car, similar laws apply. A full driving licence is required. Please ensure you bring your driving licence with you. A damage waiver must be signed before commencing the activity. Credit card copies are taken and a 550 euros excess is payable for any damage, irrespective of severity. Normal traffic laws apply on snowmobile routes. Safety helmets must be worn at all times. (Please note this is not a defi nitive list of instructions and liabilities, further information is available upon request, and will be provided at resort.) As a general rule, all children 15 and under will travel in a sleigh pulled by the guide’s snowmobile. Children 12-plus can ride as a passenger behind a responsible parent/adult, however
this is physically demanding and therefore they will be assessed by the local guide on the day and it is at the guide’s discretion, their decision being final.

􀂻 Are the kids' snowmobiles safe?
We have a miniature snowmobile ride for children. Depending on their size they are normally suitable for 4 to 10 year-olds. As it is a motorised vehicle, the ride is supervised so only available at specified times Snowmobiles are driven around a small circuit, attached to a rope. Children will have a minimum of five laps.