Northern Lights Train
Description
Experience the enchantment of Lapland on board the Northern Lights Train departing from Rovaniemi. Meet Santa Claus and be captivated by the stunning Northern Lights. This is the ideal festive adventure for families!
Tour Overview
On the day destined for this exquisite adventure, we will set off from your chosen meeting point during the booking process to embark on a fantastical ride through Rovaniemi. Are you prepared for an experience reminiscent of The Polar Express?
Upon our arrival at the historic Rovaniemi train station, Santa’s delightful elves will welcome us. We will step aboard snug train carriages adorned with lights and festive decor. Our journey northward will commence, taking us into the breathtaking, snow-laden forests of Lapland.
Our first stop will be the Kemijärvi Station, where we will disembark to inhale the fresh Arctic air. Here, a mesmerizing fire show will unfold, casting a magical aura against the snowy night backdrop. We will indulge in hot glögi, a traditional Finnish Christmas beverage, alongside tasty gingerbread cookies.
Continuing on, our destination will be Misi, known as one of Lapland's prime locations for witnessing the Northern Lights. On this segment of our journey, the guide will regale us with local myths and tales, provide insights into basic astronomy, and offer excellent tips for capturing striking photographs of the lights.
During our return, Santa Claus will visit our train, providing an opportunity to converse with him, express your Christmas desires, and take memorable souvenir photos in a cozy atmosphere.
Eventually, we will conclude our 4-hour tour back at our original meeting point.
Pickup Information
Upon booking, a list of participating hotels will appear in the drop-down selection. If your hotel is not listed, we will connect directly at the meeting point: the Rovaniemi train station.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- Train ride
- English–speaking guide
- Meeting with Santa Claus
- Snacks on board the train
- Fire show
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
The local team will contact you the day before the activity to confirm the exact pickup time at the hotel you selected when making your reservation. On the day of the activity, we’ll pick you up at the time specified by your hotel in Rovaniemi. We recommend that you be ready 15 minutes in advance.
Please note that if you did not select one of the hotels on the list when booking, we'll meet directly at the Rovaniemi train station (Ratakatu 3, 96100 Rovaniemi). You’ll recognize the guide by the jacket with the letters “Insider” on it.
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