Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland, is situated at the Arctic Circle. It is also known as the home of Santa Claus. The tour starts in the evening by night train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi.

You will arrive in Rovaniemi in the morning. First you will have some free time on your own in the town to for example enjoy breakfast. The tour day begins with a snowmobile safari; equipped with warm thermal clothing you are taken to a nearby reindeer cottage to learn about the Lapp culture. (Please notice that the transfer is made by car in December 2009). The exotic Arctic Circle ceremony, i.e. “crossing the line”, takes place in a traditional Lappish “kota” tent. You also have the possibility to take a reindeer ride.

In the afternoon a three-course lunch consisting of Lappish specialities awaits you in a cosy restaurant. After lunch the programme continues with a visit to the Santa Claus Village to meet the man in person. You can mail your postcards at Santa’s own Post Office and do some shopping in Santa’s Shop.

The tour ends in the city of Rovaniemi where you have free time to explore the city on your own. Your overnight train back to Helsinki departs in the evening.

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