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Christmas in Finland

Land Tour

Christmas in Finland is for families who want the season without the rush. Based at Hotel Kalevala in Kajaani, in the lake and forest country south of Lapland, this is a quieter, more traditional kind of festive holiday, away from the busier Christmas resorts.

Days are gentle and unhurried. Children can feed reindeer, take a sleigh ride through the snow and meet Santa, while the hotel's own kick-sledging tracks and playrooms mean there is plenty to do without going far. On Christmas Eve, the day Finns celebrate, you gather for a traditional Finnish Christmas dinner, the authentic centre of a Finnish Christmas.

It is an easy, comfortable base for a family Christmas: everything close at hand, time to slow down, and a genuine sense of how the season is marked in Finland.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a traditional Finnish Christmas in the snowy wilderness of Wild Taiga, designed especially for families with young children
  • Meet Santa Claus and his elves, share your Christmas wishes and experience authentic Finnish festive traditions
  • Bake gingerbread, make Christmas decorations and search the forest for Santa in a magical winter setting
  • Celebrate Christmas Eve with a traditional Finnish festive buffet and cosy family festivities
  • Help choose and decorate the Christmas tree as part of a heartwarming Finnish Christmas tradition
  • Experience a reindeer sleigh ride, husky ride and traditional horse-drawn sleigh journey through snowy landscapes
  • Explore the winter wilderness on a guided snowsh walk with warm drinks by the fire
  • Enjoy a thrilling snowmobile safari through pristine Arctic scenery
  • Relax with daily access to Finnish saunas and jacuzzis, including an authentic smoke sauna experience
  • Gather around a campfire under the Arctic sky with the chance to spot the Northern Lights
  • Spend a week at Hotel Kalevala, where accommodation, dining and activities are all conveniently located within one family-friendly resort
  • Enjoy free use of kick sledges, toboggans, board games and children's play areas

From price

$3,294
From price per person, twin share
Number Of Days
7
Start Location
Kajaani, Finland
End Location
Kajaani, Finland
Age Range
Avg. 50+
Group Size
1 to 6
Tour Style
Premium
Tour Themes
Family
Physical Rating
Easy

Departure dates

From price per person, twin share - (Pricing may vary by accommodation, cabin or fare category)
Start End Availability From price
22 Dec 2026 28 Dec 2026 Limited availability $3,294

Inclusions

  • All internal ground transport
    • 6 nights accommodation
    • Full board with soup lunches and breakfasts, 3 x half board dinners, special Finnish Christmas Eve dinner, Christmas day dinner & farewell dinner at Santa's residence (Drinks paid locally)
    • Welcome drink
    • Evening sauna & jacuzzis daily
    • Christmas program
    • Free use of kick-sledges, toboggans, Children's playroom, Wi-Fi and board games. A drying closet for outdoor clothes is available at the lobby
    • Winter clothes (Overalls, hat, gloves, boots, socks)
    • Shared return transfers from Kajaani airport

    • Itinerary details

    Day 1 - Arrive and transfer to hotel

    Arrival to Kajaani airport and transfer to Hotel Kalevala. Check-in to your room and prepare for a week of exciting activities.

    Dinner at the restaurant.

    Day 2 - Bake gingerbread, meet elves and search for Santa

    After breakfast, free morning to try out sleds and toboggans on the hill or kick sleds on the
    ice.

    After lunch, it's time to find the main man of Christmas, Santa Claus himself. Bake gingerbread, make Christmas decorations and meet elves along the way. Children will meet Santa Claus, the real Finnish Joulupukki, who always has time to listen to your Christmas wishes and secrets.
    In the evening enjoy a sauna and have dinner in the restaurant.

    Day 3 - Traditional Christmas Eve Celebration

    After breakfast, embark on a magical journey across the snowy landscape to bring the Christmas tree inside the restaurant. The children have the important task of decorating it. Following a traditional Christmas rice porridge and lunch at the hotel, hop on board a bus to visit the churchyard of Kuhmo, where everyone can light a candle for their loved ones far away.

    In Finland, Santa Claus traditionally arrives on Christmas Eve. In the evening, enjoy a festive Christmas Eve with a traditional buffet and a cozy get-together.

    Day 4 - Christmas Day

    After breakfast enjoy some free time before joining a leisurely snowsh walk through the snowy wilderness, hot drinks and snack by the fire.

    Christmas Day dinner at the hotel.

    End the day with an unforgettable evening under the stars, savoring a campfire picnic while hoping to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights.

    Day 5 - Boxing Day - Snowmobile, Husky, Reindeers and Sauna

    Dive into a day full of Arctic adventure. Set off on exhilarating rides with reindeer, huskies, and a traditional horse‑drawn sleigh.
    Feel the adrenaline as you embark on a 2‑hour snowmobile safari, gliding through pristine winter landscapes.

    You’ll also have time to enjoy optional activities such as rapid swimming or cross‑country skiing.
    In the afternoon, unwind in a traditional Finnish smoke sauna, embracing authentic Nordic relaxation.

    Day 6 - Free day for optional activities

    The day is free to enjoy, optional activities or explore the snow covered landscape.

    Farewell dinner at Santa’s residence.

    Day 7 - Good Bye Finland

    After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Kajaani.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    You should choose this tour for a truly magical and authentic Finnish Christmas experience in the snowy wilderness of Wild Taiga. Staying at Hotel Kalevala, you'll enjoy unique traditions like baking gingerbread, visiting the real Finnish Joulupukki (Santa Claus), and celebrating Christmas Eve with a traditional buffet, all while immersed in a premium winter wonderland setting.
    This tour is specifically designed for families who want to experience the spirit of Christmas in a traditional Nordic setting. Those who love winter activities, festive traditions, and the magic of the Arctic—such as husky rides and searching for the Northern Lights—will enjoy this journey the most.
    The pros include a rich array of authentic holiday activities, a premium tour style, and a variety of Arctic adventures like snowmobiling and reindeer sleigh rides. As for cons, the specific details are not mentioned, though the tour's focus on winter activities means guests must be comfortable with snowy, cold environments.
    This tour is an excellent option for families, as it is explicitly designed to help families create lasting memories through child-friendly activities like meeting elves, decorating the Christmas tree, and visiting Santa Claus.
    This tour is a wonderful choice for first-time visitors to Finland who want a curated, premium introduction to Finnish Christmas traditions and Arctic wilderness activities without having to plan the logistics themselves.
    The tour is rated as 'Easy' in terms of physicality, which suggests it is accessible for many. However, please note that activities include snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and walking through snowy landscapes, so we recommend checking if these specific activities align with your mobility needs.
    This tour offers a beautiful blend of culture and adventure. It focuses heavily on Finnish Christmas culture and traditions, while providing plenty of Arctic adventure through husky rides, snowmobile safaris, and snowshoeing in the wilderness.
    The pace of this tour is generally relaxed, featuring leisurely snowshoe walks, free mornings for sledding, and a dedicated free day for optional activities, allowing you to soak in the holiday atmosphere.
    The itinerary feels relaxed and cozy, with a balanced mix of scheduled festive events—like the Christmas Eve buffet—and plenty of free time to explore the snow-covered landscape or unwind in a traditional Finnish smoke sauna.
    Yes, the tour includes several key highlights of a Finnish winter, such as a visit to Santa Claus, the churchyard of Kuhmo, the Wild Taiga wilderness, and opportunities to see the Northern Lights.
    While the provided text does not explicitly mention the guide's language services, the tour is offered by 50 Degrees North as a premium experience, which typically ensures professional coordination for guests.
    Disclaimer:
    These FAQs have been generated with the assistance of AI to provide a general overview. They are intended as a starting point only and should be reviewed based on your knowledge, current supplier information and client requirements.
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