Arrival
You will be greeted by a driver and then transferred from Rovaniemi airport to your hotel. You will get to relax and be able to enjoy a nice family meal before your adventure really begins tomorrow.
Embark on an amazing adventure in Lapland. Visit a Husky Farm and enjoy a sledge pulled safari, get the chance to see the Northern Lights as well as touring the snow covered landscape by snow mobile.
Your trip will start with a transfer from Rovaniemi airport to your accommodation at Santa’s Hotel Aurora in Luosto. You will have the chance to relax before starting this unique Lapland family holiday the next day.
You will visit a Husky farm and learn all about the use of huskies in Finland. Not only will you be able to play with the adorable pups but you will then get the chance to go on a safari in a sledge pulled by huskies through the snow covered forest.
You’ll also get to explore the area by getting a little further afield on snowmobiles, drinking in the incredible scenery that is so far removed from what we’re used to at home. Gliding through the impossibly still forest and the crisp, clear Lapland air is exhilarating, and you’ll come across some of the most beautiful natural landscapes anywhere in Finland.
You will also get the chance to see the breathtaking Northern Lights with a local guide who will take you to the best spot so see this natural phenomenon.
Please note the daily itinerary here is an example – all the activities mentioned will be included in your stay, but the days and times may vary. You will receive your own detailed itinerary on or before arrival.
* From price is based on two people in a standard room with fireplace and sauna
There are three types of accommodation to choose from, a Glass roofed igloo for three, a superior room with private sauna which sleeps four, or a standard room which sleeps 3 and has its own fireplace and sauna ( please see the full descriptions on day 1 of the itinerary .)
Go in search of the unforgettable Northern Lights
Visit a Husky farm and enjoy a safari through the snow
Learn how to use snowmobiles and take a thrilling trip through the snowy landscape
Our guided tours and activities take you to best places in Luosto and the Pyha - Luosto National Park. Our company is Family owned and we offer unique and exciting activities for the whole family. In winter the activities are all about snow! We have a husky farm where the puppies grow up and learn how to pull sleds - which is their favourite activity. Our friendly team is excited to welcome you to this beautiful area and to our unique, exciting memorable tours and activities, for the holiday of a lifetime!
Today, you will be visiting a husky farm where you will learn all about huskies and just how important they are to the Finnish people. You will start the day with breakfast again before being taken to the husky farm.
A local will guide you around the farm, where you will learn all about huskies and how to use them to pull a sledge as well as hearing some stories about the dogs. Following this, you will embark on a 10km husky ride where you can use the mushing skills you would have learnt to guide the dogs around the beautiful snowy landscape.
You will then return to the hotel where you will have dinner and have some time to relax by the fire or enjoy some well earned relaxation time in the sauna.
After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, you will embark on an exciting 2 Hour snowmobile ride around the snow covered forests of Luosto.
You will be taught how to operate the snowmobiles and taken through all the safety precautions before being able to drive them yourself. There will be chances to stop and admire the stunning views as well as changing the driver so everyone can a go.
After this, you will head off on your Northern Lights tour. The tour takes you in the beautiful snowy landscapes of wilderness, where there is no light pollution and a good possibility to see the Northern lights. Before the tour we will plan our destinations carefully by checking local weather forecast, cloudiness and space data.
We will make a campfire and you hear interesting facts about Northern lights, Lappish nature and history. Your local guide will also give you information about how to photograph Northern lights and help you do it.
Hotel Aurora Luosto
Pyhä-Luosto National Park is an amazing backdrop for the boutique style hotel and glass igloo accommodation of Santa’s Hotel Aurora. This is your perfect wilderness retreat with high-quality service, meals and accommodation. With only 30 rooms, 10 glass igloos, you are sure to get personalised service from the friendly staff. There’s also a stylish restaurant with a terrace, as well as a lobby bar with a fireplace.
You will have the choice of room types – please see the booking pages.
The Premium Glass roofed igloos, where you’ll have unobstructed views of the spectacular night sky and the jaw-dropping Northern Lights, all from the comfort of your bed. The igloos have en suite shower rooms and the double bed is beneath the glass roof, there is a sofa bed for a third adult or child. all premium igloos are equipped with a minibar, kettle, tv, air-conditioning, heated glass ceiling, slippers, bathrobes, toiletries.
Standard Room with its own Sauna and fireplace comfortable for 2 or 3 people, with a real fire in every room , a bathroom with shower and private sauna, aurora alarm and tea and coffee making facilities.
Superior room with sauna which can sleep up to 4 people, with in a separate bedroom and a living area which has two sofa beds. There is an ensuite shower room with private sauna.
All rooms have TV and tea and coffee making facilities
Enjoy a fun filled adventure in Finland. Your hotel will be located in Luosto a 90 miniute drive from Rovaniemi Airport, in Pyhä-Luosto National Park. Luosto is a small ski resort with a selection of shops, bars and restaurants for you to go and try the local cuisine or just get a drink.
You will have the chance to explore the area in and around the hotel and experience the beauty of the Finnish landscape. With stunning views of the snow covered rolling hills, it is the perfect place to stay during your visit to Finland.