Ultimate Santa Experience at Hidden Arctic Cloud Villas

On arrival in Rovaniemi, the gateway to Finnish Lapland, a private transfer will take you to your Hidden Arctic Cloud Villa, where you’ll be greeted with festive drinks and a visit by a Christmas elf, bearing gifts and greetings from Santa. Then, settle into your luxury three-bedroom villa, which features a sauna, an outdoor terrace with a Jacuzzi and a cosy living room with a fireplace. As well as breakfast and dinner, a selection of premium snacks and drinks will also be catered to your villa every day throughout your stay.

Later on, your private chef will prepare a delicious three-course welcome dinner showcasing the finest flavours of Lapland. The menu can, of course, be tailored to your tastes and requirements. Afterwards, you might fancy relaxing in your private sauna or in the outdoor Jacuzzi – and before heading to bed, be sure to check the skies to see if you can catch your first sighting of the Northern Lights swirling above. 

Start your morning with breakfast in your villa before venturing out to a local reindeer farm. A thrilling sleigh ride will lead you along snowy trails between forests and frozen lakes, and you’ll also gain a fascinating insight into the culture and traditions of the indigenous Sámi people. Afterwards, you’ll be brought to a local restaurant for lunch (payable locally).

Later on, it’s time for another jolly festive experience as you’ll join one of Santa’s elves in a quest to find the perfect Christmas tree in the forest. Once you’ve selected your tree, there will be the opportunity to decorate it back at the villa with sparkling ornaments and twinkling lights. This evening, enjoy another fabulous dinner at your villa and further time to make use of your private sauna and outdoor Jacuzzi, hopefully beneath the dancing aurora.

There’s no let up in the festive fun this morning as you join one of Santa’s enthusiastic elves in a gingerbread cookie decorating workshop in the comfort of your villa. Get creative as you decorate gingerbread cookies with icing and sprinkles, and if you’re feeling ambitious, you might even attempt to build your own gingerbread house. Lunch will then be arranged at a nearby restaurant (payable locally).

It’s then time to get ready for an exhilarating adventure as you head to a local husky farm. After a short introduction, you’ll soon set off on a sled ride, guided along snow-laden trails by your own energetic team of huskies (children must be accompanied by an adult). Feel the rush of the crisp Arctic air as you glide effortlessly through the winter wonderland; a truly magical experience that’s sure to live long in the memory. Afterwards, return to the villa for dinner and an evening of relaxation.

After breakfast this morning, you’ll venture deep into the secret forest where Santa’s elves are hard at work at a Christmas toy factory. You’ll join Santa’s enthusiastic helpers in a fun-filled elf workshop, putting your toy-making and woodwork skills to the test, before it’s time to meet Father Christmas himself.

After this enchanting experience, the rest of the day is free for you to spend at leisure. At no extra cost, you may wish to embark on a scenic snowshoe hike, an ice fishing excursion, a visit to Ounasvaara ski hill, a guided city and nature tour, or a trip to the famous Santa Claus Village. Alternatively, you may prefer to relax back at your villa and make the most of its superb amenities. 

Enjoy one last breakfast at your villa before a private transfer brings you back to Rovaniemi Airport in time for your flight home.