December in Iso Syöte
Iso Syöte is a very special place on the southern edge of Finnish Lapland. Due to its unique location and altitude, it guarantees an amazing winter experience. It is situated on top of a hill, offering panoramic views of vast forests, lakes, and natural areas. The trees turn into beautiful and unique statues covered completely in snow. It's a perfect place to explore on snowmobiles, husky sleds, snowshoes, skiing, or simply relaxing by the fireplace in a cabin. Welcome to Lapland, we're waiting for you!
Welcome to an exciting journey to Iso Syöte in December, where the natural beauty of Finland meets the magic of the holiday season! Located in the Lapland region, Iso Syöte is a dreamy place with a breathtaking winter landscape. Here, you can experience the thrill of skiing, dog sledding, and exploring the snow-covered forest. But that's not all, because December also brings the Christmas season, and in Iso Syöte, that means a magical experience where visitors can enjoy a visit from Santa Claus and the opportunity to witness the Northern Lights in all their glory. Join us on this unforgettable trip as we explore the winter wonderland of Iso Syöte and celebrate the holiday season in a truly special way. Get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime!
Day 1 Madrid - Kuusamo - Iso Syöte
Meet at the airport. You will be greeted by Catai staff who will assist you with the simple check-in procedures. Departure on a direct special flight to Kuusamo. Snack included onboard. Meet your guide and transfer to the Iso Syöte resort (approx. 1h 25min). Arrival. Once settled in, we will enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel restaurant. Accommodation.
Day 2 Iso Syöte
Buffet breakfast. Pick up your thermal equipment, which you can use throughout your stay in Lapland. We will begin our adventure in Lapland with a snowmobile excursion. Local guides will explain how to operate them (it's very simple) and the basic safety rules before we start our ride. Children will travel in a special sled pulled by the guide's snowmobile. We will enjoy breathtaking landscapes until we reach a nearby reindeer farm, where Lappish herders will tell us about the lifestyle of these friendly animals. They will share interesting facts with us, and we will go on a reindeer sleigh ride. Each sleigh is pulled by a single reindeer, and each reindeer has its own name. The ride is ideal for enjoying the snowy scenery, taking photos, or capturing the moment on video. We will return to the hotel on snowmobiles. Enjoy a light buffet lunch at the hotel's panoramic restaurant. In the afternoon, we will embark on a fun snowshoeing excursion. Our instructors will teach us the technique of walking with snowshoes, and we will enjoy the landscape and natural snow formations. We will make a stop to have a hot drink and some cookies. Return to the resort, where we have access to the Arctic Spa with a pool, cold water baths, Finnish sauna, Turkish sauna, and a jacuzzi for free use. Dinner at the "Hilltop" Restaurant. Accommodation.
Day 3 Iso Syöte. Husky Sleigh Ride and Snowmobiles
Buffet breakfast. It's time to put on your thermal clothing again and enjoy an incredible day outdoors. Transfer by snowmobile to a husky farm. After visiting the farm, it's time to start the husky sleigh ride. These friendly animals will be waiting for us, jumping and barking, ready to pull the sleds. In this ride, each adult will have the opportunity to drive their own sled (2 people per sled, alternating the driver position: while one person drives, the other sits in the sled). Children will be seated in the sled. This is undoubtedly one of the best experiences to enjoy in Lapland. Enjoy a light lunch at the farm around a bonfire. After lunch, return to the Iso Syöte hotel on snowmobiles. In the afternoon, you can enjoy the various activities offered by the hotel. We will have a movie session in one of the hotel's theaters! You can also try tobogganing at Iso Syöte... Sliding down the natural hills with snow sleds can be a lot of fun for both children and adults. Dinner at the "Hilltop" Restaurant. Accommodation.
Day 4 Iso Syöte. Visit to Santa Claus and Ice Karting
Buffet breakfast. Transfer to Ruka. The moment that all the children have been waiting for has arrived. We will be transported to the secret home of the Claus family in the forest, where Santa will be waiting for us. Upon entering, we are greeted by an elf, Santa's helper, who leads us to the living room where we will meet Santa himself. We will spend a good time with him, he will tell us stories and teach us a song. Enjoy a light lunch at Santa Claus's house. After the visit, Santa will personally give each child a gift. With the unforgettable memory of this visit, we will say goodbye to the Claus family and head to the ice karting track. Once on the track, we will enjoy a completely new experience: driving special karts designed to move on snow or ice. Driving the karts is very easy, and this activity can be enjoyed by all people (adults or children) with a minimum height of 150 cm (required to reach the accelerator and brake pedals). Children who are unable to drive the karts will have the opportunity to drive a mini snowmobile, an experience that you will surely not forget. Transfer back to Iso Syöte. Special dinner at a restaurant where we will enjoy a cheese and reindeer meat fondue. Accommodation.
Day 5 Iso Syöte - Kuusamo - Madrid
Buffet breakfast. Free time until the indicated time for the transfer. We cannot leave Lapland without experiencing a relaxing sauna. Sauna in Finland is a tradition in itself. Although the Finns did not invent it, they have the highest number of saunas per capita in the country, with almost one sauna for every 2 inhabitants, and they are the ones who practice it most regularly. Departure to Kuusamo airport. Check-in procedures and departure on a direct flight to Spain. Snack on board included. Arrival and end of our adventure in Lapland.
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