Christmas & New Year Tours & Trips in Lapland
Explore a wide diversity of christmas & new year tours through Lapland. We have 99 adventures that vary from 3 days to 15 days. With the greatest number of departures in December, this is also the most popular time of the year.
10 best christmas & new year Lapland tours
Compiled by
MelissaLapland travel expert at TourRadar
- Rovaniemi Christmas Lapland Holiday
- Tales of Lapland and Glass Igloo
- Aurora & Glass Igloo Explorer - 5 Days
- NORTHERN LIGHTS ESCAPE Finland and Lapland Adventure
- Magic of Finland & Arctic Adventure with Northern Lights & Glass Igloo
- Arctic Experience - Adults Only
- Lapland Highlights
- Arctic Highlights
- Arctic Winter Adventure - Adults Only
- Highlights of Rovaniemi Winter Wonders
Duration 4 days Destinations Rovaniemi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Carisa Travel Group From
- US$2,454
Tales of Lapland and Glass Igloo
“Communication via email was fast with replies to questions I had.”
Sue, traveled in December
Duration 5 days Destinations Rovaniemi Age Range Ages 12+ Operator V.O.S – Vision of Scandinavia From
- US$2,510
Aurora & Glass Igloo Explorer - 5 Days
“The Glass Igloo was the absolute highlight—sleeping under the stars and the Aurora! is a must-do.”
Minette, traveled in January
Duration 5 days Destinations Rovaniemi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $4,270
15% off- US$3,630
Duration 7 days Destinations Ivalo, Saariselka, Rovaniemi, Helsinki Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator EUROLATINO Tour Operators From
15% off- US$3,529
Magic of Finland & Arctic Adventure with Northern Lights & Glass Igloo
“Highly recommended! It was an excellent experience.”
Floyd, traveled in August
Duration 5 days Destinations Rovaniemi, Ranua, Luosto, Saariselka, Inari Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Expeditions Gateways From $5,499
50% off- US$2,750
Arctic Experience - Adults Only
“Facilities, food, care, activities...everything was excellent! The location is marvellous and we saw the aurora borealis.”
Julie, traveled in February
Duration 6 days Destinations Ivalo, Inari Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Inventia From
50% off- US$2,815
Celebrate the holidays at Muotka Wilderness Resort with full-board packages featuring festive Lappish food at Tuisku restaurant. Traditional winter activities include reindeer safaris with snowmobiles, 3-hour husky sledding, and Northern Lights hunting near Kakslauttanen.
Duration 5 days Destinations Ivalo, Kakslauttanen Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Inventia From
50% off- US$1,854
Arctic Highlights
“Everything was well planned, but at the same time we had free time to explore on our own, which made the experience even better.”
Joana, traveled in February
Duration 5 days Destinations Ivalo, Inari Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Inventia From
50% off- US$2,509
Duration 8 days Destinations Ivalo, Inari Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Inventia From
50% off- US$3,941
Cross the Arctic Circle at Santa Claus Village and meet Santa in his official office during this Arctic winter trip in Rovaniemi. You'll drive your own snowmobile for 2 hours through Lapland wilderness, stopping for hot drinks in snow-covered landscape, then chase Northern Lights on a 3-hour Aurora Evening safari.
Duration 5 days Destinations Rovaniemi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Expeditions Gateways From $3,665
50% off- US$1,833
What people love about Christmas & New Year Tours in Lapland
- Grand Lapland Tour - Finland, Sweden and Norway with activities
This tour had an amazing itinerary, with lots of fun and memorable activities. It was very well organized and the communication with the travelers was excellent. The tour guide traveling with us, Centti, did everything to make our trip a wonderful experience. He was very informative, passionate about his country, and always willing to help throughout the trip. Centti made sure every bus ride was fun and enjoyable, and always did all the thinking for us. The longer bus rides to the villages were definitely worth the time. I definitely recommend adding all the extra activities, as all of them are very unique and incredible. A 10/10 trip and recommend it to everyone wanting to feel the northern magic.
What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours & Trips in Lapland
How do Christmas celebrations differ in Finnish, Swedish and Norwegian Lapland?
The three regions of Lapland each present distinct holiday experiences. Finnish Lapland centers around Rovaniemi where visitors can explore Santa Claus Village and send mail from Santa's post office. In Swedish Lapland the focus shifts to Sami cultural celebrations particularly in places like Rensjon. Norwegian Lapland brings the festivities to the water's edge with celebrations along Tromsø's fjords. A TourRadar traveler noted "Getting to experience different Christmas traditions across three countries made the holiday extra special from Finnish Santa's Village to Swedish Sami celebrations."
What are the best dates to visit Lapland for a Christmas & New Year tour?
The peak season runs from mid-December through early January when Arctic winter conditions create an ideal setting. Cities like Rovaniemi and Saariselkä come alive with holiday activities with Santa Claus Village reaching peak festivity around Christmas Eve. Popular lodging options include the Vaatunki Wilderness Resort and Santa's Hotel Tunturi in Saariselkä. As one TourRadar traveler noted "Christmas in Lapland was truly an experience I will cherish for a lifetime."
What special Christmas & New Year activities are included in Lapland tours?
Tours typically feature visits to Santa Claus at his village in Rovaniemi reindeer sleigh rides through snowy forests and husky safaris. New Year's Eve often includes traditional Finnish feasts and fireworks displays. Locations like the Apukka Resort and Vaatunki Wilderness Resort offer activities such as ice fishing snowmobile expeditions and aurora viewing. A TourRadar traveler shared: "From meeting the reindeer dog sledding to seeing the Northern lights skiing and snowshoeing and meeting wonderful Sami people I cannot recommend this trip enough."
When is the ideal time to see the Northern Lights during Christmas & New Year in Lapland?
The best viewing hours for the Northern Lights fall between 9:00 PM and midnight during the holiday season. Areas like Inari and Kilpisjärvi offer excellent viewing conditions due to their dark skies. Most tours include guided Aurora excursions to prime locations such as the wilderness near Rovaniemi or the fjords near Skibotn. One TourRadar traveler shared "Our guide took us out at the prime time for Auroras and we got to enjoy the magical display while warming up with hot drinks at an outside camp."
What accommodation options are available for Christmas & New Year tours?
The region offers varied places to stay from glass igloos at Saariselkä's Northern Lights Village to remote lodges like the Apukka Resort. Unique options include the ice-carved rooms at the Arctic SnowHotel near Rovaniemi and the blend of Finnish tradition and modern comfort at Santa's Hotel Tunturi in Saariselkä. According to TourRadar travelers: "The quality of the hotels was top class with excellent service and the heated glass igloos provided an unforgettable experience."
What traditional Finnish Christmas & New Year customs can I experience?
Visitors can join in Finnish holiday traditions that include Christmas Eve sauna sessions at places like the Apukka Resort festive meals featuring regional specialties at wilderness lodges and New Year's celebrations with Sami communities. The Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi offers hands-on experiences with Finnish Christmas customs including meeting Santa. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The local traditions and Sami culture made this Christmas experience truly authentic and magical."