Rukatonttu - January
Start the New Year at Rukatonttu by enjoying experiences such as sledding through the snowy Lapland forests with husky dogs, meeting Santa Claus in person, or cruising the frozen lakes on powerful snowmobiles.
The Santa Claus in Lapland team offers you a wonderful trip to Lapland, a sensational experience that will awaken all your senses, a journey to the land of Christmas where you can live thrilling adventures in the Arctic Circle in contact with the most astonishing nature. Traveling to Lapland is much more than a trip, it is an adventure in search of happiness. We are experts in trips to Lapland with children, specialists in one of the most astonishing destinations on the planet, and we offer you the best service, the most comprehensive information, and the highest guarantees. Welcome to Lapland!
Day 1. Spain / Kuusamo / Ruka
Meeting at the airport. Meet with Catai staff who will assist you with the simple check-in procedures. Departure on a special direct flight to Kuusamo. Snack on board included. Meet our guide and transfer to Ruka (approx. 30 min). Arrival. Upon arrival in Ruka, we will collect the thermal equipment that we can use throughout our stay in Lapland. Once settled, we will enjoy a delicious dinner at the resort's restaurant. Accommodation.
Day 2. Ruka. Ice Fishing and Snowshoeing
Buffet breakfast. We will begin our adventure in Lapland with an ice fishing excursion on the frozen lake. The experience starts with our arrival at a frozen lake where a fisherman will teach us how to fish on the ice. Each participant will have the opportunity to try their luck with the fishing rod through the ice. First, we will each need to drill our own hole in the ice and then attempt to catch fish. In this lake, we can find perch, pike, and lake herring. We will also enjoy a fun activity that is loved by both adults and children: a snowshoeing walk through the snowy Lappish forest. Light lunch will be provided during the excursion. In the afternoon, you will have free time to enjoy some downhill skiing or participate in an optional activity. Dinner at the resort's restaurant. Accommodation.
Optional Excursion: Karting and Mini Snowmobiles
Transfer to the karting circuit, where we will enjoy a completely new experience: driving special karts designed for snow or ice. Driving the karts is very easy, and this activity can be enjoyed by people of all ages (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 can take a ride in a special kart with a passenger seat driven by the guide and drive a mini snowmobile, an experience you won't forget. Important: A minimum of 10 people is required to participate in this excursion. Adult price: $90 // Children price: $60.
Day 3. Ruka. Arctic Animal Safari: Huskies and Reindeer
Buffet breakfast. We get ready for another amazing day in nature. In the morning, we will embark on an excursion that will stay in our memories for a long time, as we will have the opportunity to drive a sled pulled by a team of husky dogs, just like real mushers. Well-trained huskies can pull up to seven times their own weight. Their handlers will share many interesting facts with us before we embark on the ride. We will enjoy a light lunch during the excursion.
Next, we will transfer to a reindeer farm where Lapland's herders will talk to us about their way of life. We will take a reindeer sleigh ride and learn about the life of reindeer and their herders. The rest of the afternoon is free for you to enjoy some downhill skiing. In just a couple of hours, you can enjoy many runs as there are usually no queues at the lifts. Ruka usually has its slopes open from October until nearly the end of May, and most of them are illuminated. The little ones will find fun skiing at the Rosa & Rudolf Family Park playground located in Ruka Valley, which can be accessed by a scenic gondola from the village of Ruka. A ticket per person to ride the ski resort cable car and admire and photograph the views from the top is included. Dinner at the resort's restaurant. Accommodation.
Day 4. Ruka. Snowmobile Safari and Meeting Santa Claus
Buffet breakfast. Today we will embark on one of the most spectacular excursions of the trip, a snowmobile safari. We will be provided with helmets and gloves, and after receiving instructions from the guides, we will start our snowmobile ride. Adults will drive the snowmobiles (2 persons per snowmobile), and children will ride in a sled pulled by the guide's snowmobile. During the journey, we will experience the power of these machines and enjoy the snowy forests and frozen lakes. Light lunch during the excursion. In the afternoon, the moment that all the children have been waiting for will arrive. We will transfer to the village of Vuotunki, where Santa Claus's house is located, next to a large frozen lake. On the slopes of the lake, when it snows, large natural slides are formed where children, and even adults, can enjoy sledding. It's time to enter the house where Santa will be waiting for us. Upon entering, we will be greeted by an elf, Santa Claus's helper, who will lead 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. Mrs. Claus is an expert cook, and today she will teach us her famous Christmas cookie recipe, which we will then be able to bake in the large wood-fired oven in the house. At the end of 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 return to our accommodation. Dinner at the resort's restaurant. Accommodation.
Day 5. Ruka. Snowshoeing in Oulanka National Park
Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Today, we will enjoy an unforgettable experience. We will embark on an excursion to the nearby Oulanka National Park, known for its stunning landscapes and waterfalls. The guide will share stories about the area's flora and fauna, and we will see the beautiful Myllykoski rapids. We will have the opportunity to enjoy a picnic lunch by a campfire. We will also participate in an activity that is loved by both adults and children. We will hike with snowshoes through the snowy landscape of the National Park. We will return to our accommodation. In the afternoon, we will have free time which you can take advantage of at the ski resort. We propose an optional activity to learn how to glide on the snowy paths of Lapland, just as the locals have been doing for a long time, with cross-country skis. Cross-country skiing is a common practice in all Nordic countries. It is straightforward, and with the guidance of the instructors, you will be able to learn how to glide through the beautiful snowy landscapes in no time. If you prefer, in the vicinity of our accommodation, you can go shopping or enjoy a hot drink at one of the bars in the Village. Dinner at the resort's restaurant. Accommodation.
Day 6. Ruka / Kuusamo / Spain
Buffet breakfast. Free time until the indicated time for the transfer. You can do some last-minute shopping in the Village or perhaps enjoy some relaxation before the return journey. We cannot leave Lapland without experiencing a soothing sauna. Saunas are a tradition in Finland. Although the Finns did not invent them, they are the country with the highest number of saunas per capita, with almost one sauna for every 2 inhabitants, and they are the ones who use them most frequently. 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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