Short Christmas or Winter Escape to Northernmost Lapland

This tour is offered during the peak season, starting on Dec 23rd-29th and Feb 14-19th. The tour is best suited for adult couples or groups of friends. Tankavaara is the gateway to the gold-mining area of Lapland in summer. In winter, the trees in this area of Lapland are covered with heavy snow, making the forest look magical both in daylight and at night. This family-run, small hotel and its nostalgic saloon-style restaurant are a great alternative to holiday resorts—offering tasty food, comfortable accommodation, and very friendly service. The location, 400m from the main road, makes it possible to arrive by bus from Rovaniemi and to easily reach Saariselkä ski village by bus. There is also a Gold Museum you can visit in your free time. Activities included: 1) Northern Lights Snowmobiling by Sleigh A guide will drive the snowmobile while you sit comfortably in a sleigh and can concentrate on observing the night sky. You will travel through the winter forest to the Arctic hills. Midway, you'll enjoy hot juice and a snack by a campfire in a cosy lean-to shelter. The winter forest in Tankavaara is silent, with no light pollution. If you are lucky, the northern lights will appear. 2) Snowshoeing 2h (daytime or nighttime, depending on your arrival date) Enjoy a light and easy snowshoeing trip to the national park, guided by a professional. Snacks by the fire are included. The winter forest looks magical both in the blueish daylight and at night. It is also possible to rent snowshoes for self-guided hikes. 3) Saariselkä Visit with a Reindeer Sleigh Ride (2h) and Tobogganing (2h) Reindeer sledding is the traditional way to travel, used by the indigenous Sámi people. Let us take you on a peaceful reindeer ride into the wilderness. You will also learn more about reindeer and their unique lifestyle in the north. After the slow ride, it is time to experience something faster. In Saariselkä, there is a very long, 1.6 km lighted toboggan slope. You will go up by ski lift with a guide on the first ride and go down together. 4) Husky Safari - 10km The most fun activities always take place on the last day. Nothing beats the feeling of mushing a team of huskies. Two people will share a team of dogs. Children under 12 years of age will sit in the guide's sledge. After basic instructions, you will start your safari through the snowy landscape.