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Jänkä Winter Magic Family Adventure in Lapland

Jänkä Resort
@ Christer Adahl
Jänkä Resort
@ Christer Adahl
Jänkä Resort
Jänkä Resort

This enchanting family journey through Finnish Lapland combines luxurious comfort with magical Arctic adventure. Staying at the secluded Jänkä Resort, families enjoy premium private villas surrounded by silent forests, frozen lakes and uninterrupted Northern Lights views. The itinerary blends authentic Lapland activities with festive highlights including reindeer sleigh rides, a private dog sledding tour, snow fun experiences and a personalised visit to Santa Claus.

The trip also includes a captivating day at Santa Park with exclusive VEP benefits such as fast track Santa meetings, gingerbread decorating and immersive elf experiences. With seamless private transfers, full board dining in Lapland and a memorable overnight sleeper train to Helsinki, the journey offers both adventure and relaxation. Designed for families with young children, every moment is curated to be engaging, comfortable and truly unforgettable. This winter escape lets families connect with nature and experience the wonder of Lapland at its most magical.

The itinerary combines authentic Arctic traditions with family friendly winter adventures. Guests enjoy a ranch visit where huskies, reindeer and Finnhorses can be observed and interacted with, followed by a serene reindeer sleigh ride through snowy forest scenery. A private dog sledding tour provides thrilling exploration of the surrounding wilderness.

A bespoke winter fun session includes snow games, sleigh hill rides, ice fishing and mini ski doo or pony experiences. The magical Santa visit offers cherished memories, while the Santa Park VEP programme adds exclusive festive activities. Each experience highlights Lapland’s rich culture, natural beauty and enchanting Christmas spirit.

Location Finland
Duration 4 Nights
Price per person from (excl. flights)
£4,687*
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Overview

What’s Included:

  • Four nights in a private Jänkä Villa with sauna, fireplace, jacuzzi and Northern Lights facing windows
  • Full board meals on activity days and dinner on arrival day
  • Private and shared activities including ranch visit, reindeer sleigh ride, dog sledding and winter fun experience
  • Private Santa meeting and Christmas themed activities
  • Santa Park VEP tickets with lunch, gifts, fast track Santa visit and exclusive experiences
  • Private return transfers between airport, resort and train station
  • Overnight sleeper train from Rovaniemi to Helsinki with ensuite cabins
  • Aurora alerts, resort facilities and on site activity departures
  • All guide services and equipment for activities
  • All itinerary based transfers within Lapland and Helsinki
  • Flights are not included
  • Concierge support through your trip

Your Trip, Your Way

This itinerary is just a starting point—a flavour of what’s possible. Whether you want to tweak the pace, upgrade your hotel, or deepen the culinary immersion, we’ll design your perfect trip from scratch.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at Jänkä Resort

Your Arctic adventure begins with arrival in Rovaniemi followed by a private transfer through snow covered landscapes to the peaceful wilderness of Jänkä Resort. On reaching your private villa, you settle into a beautifully crafted space designed for comfort, privacy and Northern Lights viewing, with panoramic windows framing the surrounding hills and forests.

There is time to relax, explore your villa and enjoy the tranquillity of the resort before heading to the onsite restaurant for a delicious three course dinner. As night falls, you can unwind beside the fire or gaze out across the dark winter sky with excellent chances of witnessing the Aurora Borealis. The resort’s serene atmosphere provides the perfect introduction to Lapland’s captivating winter environment.

@ Jänkä Resort
Jänkä Resort
@ Christer Adahl
@ Jänkä Resort
Day 2

A Visit to Jänkä Ranch

After breakfast at the resort restaurant, your day begins with a visit to Jänkä Ranch where the family can see Finnhorses, huskies and reindeer while learning about daily life on the ranch. You then enjoy an unforgettable shared reindeer sleigh ride that glides quietly through snowy forest scenery. Returning to the resort for lunch brings welcome warmth before embarking on a private dog sledding tour where your husky team guides you across pristine wilderness trails. This exhilarating experience is balanced with comfort back at the resort where a three course dinner awaits. The day is filled with culture, adventure and gentle encounters with Lapland’s beloved animals.

Reindeer safari in a winter forestJänkä Resort
@ Christer Adahl
Jänkä Resort
@ Christer Adahl
Day 3

Private meeting with Santa Claus

Following breakfast, the family enjoys a private Christmas themed winter fun experience designed especially for younger children. Activities may include sleigh hill rides, playful snow based games, ice fishing on a frozen lake and mini ski doo, all guided at a comfortable pace. After returning for lunch at the resort, the highlight of the day awaits with an exclusive private meeting with Santa Claus. Children can share their wishes in a calm festive setting while parents enjoy the magic of the moment. A relaxed three course dinner rounds off a day filled with laughter, storytelling and unforgettable Christmas traditions.

Day 4

Santa Park VEP Tickets (Very Elfish Person)

The afternoon continues with a private transfer back to Rovaniemi where the family enters the enchanting world of Santa Park using VEP tickets (Very Elfish Person). These include lunch, fast track Santa visits, gingerbread decorating, elf school, gifts, family photo opportunities and charming underground experiences such as crossing the Arctic Circle. After enjoying dinner at leisure in Rovaniemi, you board the overnight sleeper train to Helsinki. Your ensuite cabins offer a cosy and memorable way to travel through the Finnish countryside. In the morning, breakfast can be ordered on board before arrival in Helsinki where a private transfer to the airport completes your journey.

Day 5

Departure

Your final morning begins aboard the overnight sleeper train as Finland’s winter landscapes drift past your window. Breakfast can be ordered on the train, allowing the family to enjoy a relaxed start after a memorable evening travelling south from Lapland. Upon arrival at Helsinki Train Station, a private transfer awaits to take you directly to the airport. The journey provides a smooth and comfortable transition from the Arctic wilderness to the capital, giving time to reflect on the magical experiences of the past few days. From reindeer encounters to snow filled adventures, private moments with Santa and nights spent under the Northern Lights, your trip has woven together the most enchanting elements of a Lapland Christmas. As you reach the airport, you depart with cherished family memories, treasured photographs and a wonderful sense of festive wonder that will last long after your return home.

Where You Could Stay

Jänkä Resort in Ylläs
Jänkä Resort in Ylläs
Premium luxury villas in Lapland’s forests near Levi, where stillness meets style and the sky puts on a show above your private sauna and hot tub.

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