Family Tours & Trips in Arctic / North Pole
Find the perfect tour for your family, catering to all ages with over 201 family tours lasting from 3 days up to 31 days available in Arctic / North Pole.
10 best family Arctic / North Pole tours
Compiled by
MelissaArctic / North Pole travel expert at TourRadar
- Finnish Lapland Winter Family Holiday
- Tailor-Made 4 Days Finland Family Tour with Northern Lights (Private Transfer)
- Arctic Family Adventure
- Family package: Christmas time in Lapland
- Lapland Family Explorer - 5 Days
- Realm of the Polar Bear in Depth
- Family Adventure in the Arctic
- Family Time in the Kelo Glass Igloo
- North Cape Under the Snow - fly & drive
- Kiruna - The Moving City of Swedish Lapland
Duration 5 days Destinations Rovaniemi, Levi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Intrepid Travel From
- US$2,670
Private guides meet families at Ivalo Airport for Arctic adventures. Muotka Wilderness offers paired husky sledding, while Sámi families share reindeer herding traditions. Glass cabins provide aurora viewing for ages 1+.
Duration 4 days Destinations Ivalo, Saariselka, Kakslauttanen Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Agate Travel From
- US$4,049
The Northern Lights Resort near Kittilä features 40 Aurora Chalets with glass roofs positioned away from city lights for great aurora viewing. Try husky safaris covering 5 km, spend 2 hours learning cross-country skiing, and take 3-hour heated sled rides through Arctic landscapes from October to March.
Duration 6 days Destinations Kittila, Levi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Inventia From
- US$2,388
Duration 8 days Destinations Ivalo, Inari Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Inventia From
- US$2,653
Near the Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi, families with children 5+ try reindeer sleigh rides, husky safaris covering 7-10km, and visits to Santa Claus's Village. Ounasvaara Lakituvat Chalets provide 4 nights of accommodation with private saunas and fireplaces. Guided evening picnics away from city lights offer chances to hunt for Northern Lights and photograph Aurora Borealis dancing across Arctic skies.
Duration 5 days Destinations Rovaniemi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $2,775
15% Off- US$2,359
Realm of the Polar Bear in Depth
“We saw 10 polar bears, some close and some far, Walrus, Seals, Dolphins, five types of whales.”
Stu, traveled in July
Duration 11 days Destinations Longyearbyen, Nordaustlandet Island, Kvitoya Age Range Ages 10+ Operator G Adventures From
15% Off- US$7,499
Duration 5 days Destinations Ivalo Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Inventia From
15% Off- US$1,675
Sleep under the Northern Lights in a glass igloo at Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, where Aurora alarms and 4G Wi-Fi keep you connected from late August to April. This 5-day family trip includes Ivalo Airport transfers, a 2-hour reindeer safari through century-old Sami lands, and car rides hunting for the lights.
Duration 5 days Destinations Ivalo, Kakslauttanen Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Inventia From
15% Off- US$3,148
Families with children 10+ enjoy snow activities at Sorrisniva Ice Hotel and convoy adventures to North Cape. Quality Saga Hotel Tromsø and Scandic Bryggen Honningsvåg provide comfortable bases. Additional husky safaris and reindeer experiences available.
Duration 7 days Destinations Tromso, Alta, Honningsvag, Skarsvag, Hammerfest Age Range Ages 10+ Operator V.O.S – Vision of Scandinavia From
15% Off- US$2,416
Duration 4 days Destinations Kiruna Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator V.O.S – Vision of Scandinavia From
15% Off- US$695
What people love about Family Tours in Arctic / North Pole
- Scandinavian Northern Lights
Our Travel Director, Lasse Damstoft, excelled in his role and greatly enhanced the overall experience, creating lasting memories for all involved.
What our customers ask about Family Tours & Trips in Arctic / North Pole
What are the best family-friendly activities available in the Arctic/North Pole region?
The Arctic region combines adventure with family fun through activities that appeal to all ages. Children can experience husky sledding in Rovaniemi and meet the energetic dogs that power these traditional sleds. Reindeer safaris at Sami farms give families a close look at Arctic culture while Santa Claus Village in Finnish Lapland brings holiday magic year-round. Many families opt to view the Northern Lights from glass igloos at properties like Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort. A recent guest shared "Going to Lapland in winter was always a dream. This did not disappoint... loved the day trips we did and the accommodation was amazing."
What type of accommodation is available for families in the Arctic?
Arctic lodging spans from standard hotels to unique wilderness stays that work well for families. The GLO Hotel Art in Helsinki offers traditional comfort while Aurora Village in Ivalo provides distinctive family-focused spaces. Properties like the Clarion Collection Aurora in Tromsø feature practical options such as connecting rooms. The Best Western Plus Hotel Savoy in Luleå comes equipped with family rooms and saunas. As noted by one visitor: "The accommodations were perfect for families from cozy hotels to the amazing glass-roofed cabins where we watched the Northern Lights."
What educational experiences are available for children in the Arctic?
Children can learn about the Arctic through hands-on experiences across the region. The Sámi Siida Museum in Inari presents indigenous culture at a level kids understand while nature walks explain local wildlife and ecosystems. Tromsø's Polar Museum brings Arctic exploration to life and the Àjtte Museum in Jokkmokk focuses on Sami heritage. One family noted: "The guides were excellent at engaging children with stories about Arctic wildlife and Sami culture making learning fun and interactive."
What's the best time of year for families to visit the Arctic?
Winter months from December through March work best for classic Arctic activities like dog sledding and aurora viewing. Summer visits between June and August bring endless daylight and easier hiking conditions. Tromsø and Finnish Lapland give the highest chances of seeing the Northern Lights in winter while Swedish Lapland's mild summer temperatures suit outdoor exploration.
What is the recommended age for children traveling to the Arctic?
Most Arctic activities welcome children age 5 and older though some places like the Treehotel in Harads accept 3-year-olds. Programs typically adjust to school-age children with shorter versions of activities such as husky rides and reindeer visits. Arctic Range Adventure notes children ages 7-90 can join their tours comfortably. A guest observed "The tour guides were very friendly caring and bent over backwards to help" creating a welcoming environment for families.
How long should a family trip to the Arctic be?
Five to eight days provides enough time to experience key Arctic activities without exhausting young travelers. Popular family programs include the week-long "Northern Lights of Finland" tour and the five-day "Polar Nights in Northern Norway." According to visitor feedback: "Our 6-day trip was perfect - enough time to enjoy activities without overwhelming the kids."
How can I ensure the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights with my family?
The Northern Lights appear most frequently from September through March. Places like Tromsø Rovaniemi and Churchill give reliable viewing opportunities. Many places such as Kakslauttanen's glass igloos are built specifically for aurora watching. One family reported: "Staying in the glass igloo gave us multiple chances to see the lights - our kids were amazed when they appeared right above our beds!"