A Family Adventure in Helsinki and Lapland
One of the best ways to discover Finland is together with your family. From snowy adventures and wildlife experiences, to snuggling up in front of crackling fires and gazing up at the night sky, there are so many memories waiting to be made on this family trip to Helsinki and Saariselkä in Finnish Lapland.
Trip highlights
- Explore the relaxed, maritime city of Helsinki
- Visit Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland, to meet Father Christmas
- Learn about the Indigenous Sámi people and their ancient traditions
- Embark on an ice fishing experience by snowmobile
- Set out on a sleigh pulled by reindeer to seek the Northern Lights
- Go tobogganing on the Saariselkä slopes
Our bespoke trips include
We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:
- Luxury accommodation throughout
- Privately guided tours
- Private transfers
- Meticulously selected experiences
- Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge
Itinerary in detail
Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.
Days 1–3
Two nights in the Finnish capital of Helsinki
A city of historic and modern architectural marvels, Helsinki is a visually exciting place. Its position on the Gulf of Finland gives the city a relaxed, maritime feel and an abundance of green space and forests makes it wonderful for those that love the outdoors.
You will discover the highlights of Helsinki on a private tour that takes in the Presidential Palace, the Parliament building and the modern City Hall and Finlandia Hall, as well as Senate Square, surrounded by the Government Palace, the enormous Helsinki Cathedral, and Sederholm House, the oldest stone building in Helsinki.
Where you could stay
Hotel Kamp
Days 3–7
Four nights in Finnish Lapland
Spend your time exploring the incredible landscape surrounding your log cabin in Saariselkä. Here in Finnish Lapland, winters are cold and dark, and the skies perfect for viewing the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) – you can experience a magnificent nighttime adventure under the stars on a sleigh pulled by reindeer. You will spend some time in a traditional hut, known as a kota, and gather by the open fire to hear stories and traditional Sámi songs. And if you still want more time in a sled, your concierge can arrange a husky safari, when you can mush along beautiful forest trails and enjoy lunch around a campfire.
Where you could stay
Chalet Kaarnikka
Make it mine
Meeting Santa
Snowmobiling
Tobogganing
Northern Lights
A moment with Santa Claus
Of course, during your visit you have to meet Lapland’s most famous inhabitant – Santa Claus. Take a snowmobile the elves’ hideaway, and sip hot chocolate as you bake gingerbread biscuits and make Christmas decorations before meeting the man himself.
An ice fishing and snowmobile safari
Embark on a snowmobile safari with a break for an ice fishing experience. Before the adventure begins, your guide will give you a safety briefing and driving instructions. Then you will head out on snowmobiles through the beautiful fells and wilderness. At a private lake, you’ll be given all of the equipment you need for ice fishing, and with some helpful advice and pointers you can test out your new skills.
Tobogganing and a mini-snowmobile adventure for kids
Wrap up warm and visit Kaunispää Hill where you can all enjoy the fun of tobogganing, on the longest slope in Finland. Children from four to 13 years will also be able to select a mini-snowmobile experience, learning how to drive their on snowmobiles.
Aurora hunting by reindeer
Head out into a wintery forest on a sleigh pulled by reindeers. This is a traditional and peaceful way of moving through snowscapes where the only sound you will hear is the light ringing of reindeer bells. The starry northern sky is already a magical experience and hopefully you will be lucky enough to see the northern lights. Your guide will tell you about Sámi culture and reindeer herding.
Why book with Jacada
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your personal interests, tastes and preferences, providing honest advice based on first-hand knowledge.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant concierges are hand-picked for their ability to bring your destination to life with care and passion.
Positive Impact
We seek out unforgettable experiences that benefit both local communities and the environment.
