Guided Tours

Rovaniemi: Santa Claus Village & Vikakongas Nature Reserve Guided Tour

Name: Rovaniemi: Santa Claus Village & Vikakongas Nature Reserve Guided Tour
Start: 2026-10-20T10:00:00
End: 2026-10-20T14:00:00
Location: Rovaniemi

Enjoy a guided day exploring Lapland’s wilderness and festive sights, with seamless transport and insights from a local expert.

Start with hotel pick-up and join a small group of up to 16 guests for a relaxed, personal, and interactive journey to your first destination.

Visit Santa Claus Village to browse shops, send a letter from Santa’s post office, and soak up the holiday atmosphere.

Hike scenic trails at Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve, where your guide shares stories about the Arctic landscape and local traditions.

Santa Claus Village visit

Nature hike at Vikaköngäs

Tour guide

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Small group of up to 16 guests

Bottled water

Santa Claus photo

Arctic Circle Crossing certificate

Souvenirs

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Visit Santa Claus Village and explore Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve on a small-group guided tour with hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Getting started

Your experience begins with convenient hotel pick-up in Rovaniemi, where you’ll meet your tour guide and join a small group of no more than 16 guests. After a brief introduction and confirmation of your booking, relax as you’re driven to your first stop. Bottled water is provided for your comfort during the journey.

What to expect

Santa Claus Village

Located at the heart of the Arctic Circle, Santa Claus Village is a lively destination dedicated to all things Christmas.

Features:

Explore the village’s festive atmosphere, browse unique souvenir shops, and visit Santa’s Main Post Office to send a letter stamped with the official Arctic Circle postmark.

Enjoy the opportunity to meet Santa Claus in person and learn about Lapland’s holiday traditions.

Your guide is on hand to answer questions and share insights about the village and its customs throughout your visit.

Vikaköngäs Nature Reserve

Just 25 kilometers from Rovaniemi, Vikaköngäs offers a peaceful escape into Lapland’s natural landscapes.

Features:

Join your guide for a nature hike along scenic trails, taking in views of the Vikaköngäs rapids and the surrounding Arctic wilderness.

The guided walk is suitable for most travelers and provides opportunities for birdwatching and photography.

Your guide will highlight local flora and fauna, and ensure the group stays together throughout the hike.

Wrapping up

After your time at Vikaköngäs, you’ll be transported back to your original pick-up point in Rovaniemi. The tour concludes with hotel drop-off, making for a seamless end to your Arctic adventure.

Accessibility

Wheelchair: This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Weather: This experience requires good weather; if it is cancelled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

Guests: A minimum number of travelers is required; if the minimum is not met, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

Details: Pickup details and instructions will be provided the day before the tour.

Infant seats: Infant seats are available upon request.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.