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Santa's Magic

It’s magic by name and magic by nature with this sensational break to the vibrant ski town of Saariselkä in Finnish Lapland. This festive best seller will ensure this Christmas is your most magical yet!

 

* Limited FREE CHILD PLACES on selected 2025 departures*

 

This 2 night / 3 day trip includes:
Excellent choice of accommodation
Book today for only £150pp deposit
Half board
Limited Half Price Child Places on selected dates

This Lapland holiday has flights from Birmingham, Bournemouth, Bristol, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool, Luton, Manchester, Newcastle, Southend & Stansted

From only £1,409 per adult
FREE CHILD places available on selected dates and airports. Please contact us for details.

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This short break offers a husky sled ride, reindeer sleigh ride, magical igloo, snow and ice activities and a private meeting with Santa via a snowmobile sleigh ride. 

Santa's Magic 2 Night Break Discounted Child Places: Half price/discounted child places apply to the youngest child (aged 11 years or younger) and are limited to one per family (i.e. one discounted place per two full fare paying adults). They are available on selected departures on a first come first served basis. The discounted child place applies to the basic holiday price only, not including room or airport supplements, meals, activities etc. Discounts are limited, subject to availability/change and can be withdrawn by the tour operator at any time.

Please note: Prices on this website are not live prices and are for guidance only.

Highlights

  • Best for: Families with younger children
  • Magical delivery of your letter to Santa
  • Search for Santa by snowmobile sleigh
  • Husky Sled and Reindeer sleigh ride

A Private Family Meeting with Santa 
Small gift for each child
Snowmobile-sleigh search to find Santa 
Ice Bar
Magical Igloo with Elves show
Sleigh Barn - an interactive story telling show
Husky Sled Ride
Reindeer Sleigh Ride
Snow & Ice Fun Activities
Thermal suits, Boots & Accessories
Lunch & Refreshments throughout the ‘Search for Santa’ Day

Itinerary

Day 1: 
On arriving at Ivalo Airport you will be directed to your coach for the *approximately) 25 minute coach transfer to your hotel in Saariselkä. 
En-route you will collect your thermal suits, boots, socks and gloves  before continuing to your hotel and enjoying a chance to explore your surroundings and enjoy the snow before your evening meal.
Day 2: 
It’s activity day and you will be collected from your accommodation and transported by coach to the nearby activity area for your day of adventure.Take part in a husky sled ride, a reindeer sleigh ride and visit the ice bar and the magical igloo for the elf show. The sleigh barn is full of exciting themed activities for you to enjoy. A warming 2 course lunch is provided on activity day to allow you to recharge your batteries in readiness for an afternoon of activities. A host of snow activities are provided for you to enjoy. Experience the most awe-inspiring meeting with Santa and watch the children’s faces light up with surprise when the find his home in the woods.
Finally, back at your hotel after your action-packed day, it’s time for the Festive Dinner while you re-live every unforgettable moment of your biggest ever Christmas adventure!
Day 3: 
After a buffet breakfast it’s time to make the most of Saariselkä before your flight home this afternoon. This morning also gives you a chance to browse the village’s souvenir shops for some last minute souvenirs or maybe enjoy a final optional excursion.
All too soon it will be time to board the coach for the short ride to the airport to catch your flight home.

 

Snowmobile Safari »
This is a chance to drive out into the snowy wilderness surrounding the village of Saariselkä. You are met at your hotel and then taken to the Safari centre, where you are provided with a helmet and balaclava. The snowmobiles are just outside and, before you get the chance to start up, there is a full safety brief along with instructions on how to drive. Children travel in a sleigh which is pulled by a separate snowmobile and adults can drive their own snowmobile (if booked with a single driver supplement). The convoy then starts, driving along recognised snowmobile tracks out in to the beautiful, snowy and natural environment of Lapland. - Total duration is 1- 1½ hours - Snowmobile ride time is 45 minutes - Finish with a drink of hot berry juice.

Adult Snowmobile Safari »
This is a more adventurous snowmobile trip for adults only with a chance to enjoy some adrenaline fuelled fun, speeding through the forests and snow-covered fields on what many people call the Arctic’s answer to quad biking. There is a full briefing on procedures and safety before starting. There are usually 2 adults per snowmobile although if a single driver is booked then you can take control and drive alone. At the mid-way point, there is a stop for cookies and hot berry juice, where the Safari leader can make a fire, but most groups wish to continue and choose to have a shorter stop and more time on the snowmobiles. - Total duration is 2 hours - Snowmobile ride time is between 1- 1½ hours 

Northern Lights Adventure »
This is an early evening snowmobile expedition in search of the mystical Northern Lights. It is a short transfer (or walk) from your hotel to the meeting place where you receive a balaclava and helmet.  The snowmobiles are then all ready and waiting for you. Full instructions and a safety brief are given before starting off. Children travel in a sleigh which is pulled by a separate snowmobile and adults share a snowmobile unless a single driver supplement has been paid. You drive the snowmobiles off together in convoy, looking out for any colour and movement in the sky. There is a break for hot berry juice and cookies by an open fire and your leader will talk more about the phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis and the myths behind it before returning to Saariselkä. - Total duration is 2 hours - Includes driving the snowmobile for 1 hour - 30 minute midway stop for hot berry juice, cookies and a story.

Husky Heaven »
If our included husky sled-ride whets your appetite, this additional trip gives you longer to feel the thrill of driving your own team of huskies. You are picked up from your hotel and then driven to the husky farm where full instruction is given on how to drive the sled and command the huskies. The sleds are driven by one adult who controls the brake whilst another adult and child or 2 children sit in the sled. Hot berry juice is provided during the visit and if there are 2 adults who want to drive then there is a change to swap drivers. - Total duration is 2 hours - Husky drive time is 30 minutes

Downhill Skiing »
Saariselkä’s ski-slopes are ideal for beginners, or for intermediates wanting a quick ‘blast’! (Only available on my Santa Spectacular 4-day breaks.) - A two hour session - Includes equipment hire and lift-pass 

Snow-shoeing »
This is a lovely way to explore the tranquillity of Lapland’s pristine winter wonderland and perfect for families who love to be active and outdoors. Meet your activity leader at your hotel and then you are taken and fitted with the snowshoes which go over your boots. The snowshoes have a wide surface and small spikes to make walking on the snow easy and even on soft snow away from the paths. The excursion is guided and full instructions are given so you can explore the local area. - Total duration is 1 hour - Snowshoeing 30 minutes 

Cross-country skiing »
Experience the beauty of Saariselkä’s surrounding landscape, skiing along well prepared tracks through the pure snowy whiteness of Lapland. Meet your leader at the hotel and then you are fitted with skis and poles before the explanation on how to cross-country ski. Learn the techniques on how to go up slopes as well as down them and how to glide along effortlessly along with your guide. - Total duration is 1 hour - Cross-country skiing 30 minutes

All prices are on request and are generally £10 to £20 per person cheaper than in resort. Please call 0800 091 2386 

Tunturi Hotel

The Tunturi Hotel is located a short distance from a charming wintry forest perfect for walking and Northern Light spotting. This hotel offers lots of room options for families to choose from.

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From only £1,449 per adult

Date Adults From Child From Board Days Flying From Enquire
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 £1,449 £299 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool Enquire 
Tue, 2 Dec 2025 £1,479 £329 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 £1,479 £299 Half Board 3 Days Bristol, Gatwick, Leeds Bradford Enquire 
Thu, 4 Dec 2025 £1,499 £619 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Manchester, Stansted Enquire 
Mon, 8 Dec 2025 £1,499 £309 Half Board 3 Days East Midlands, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 £1,519 £309 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester Enquire 
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 £1,559 £349 Half Board 3 Days Edinburgh, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 £1,559 £659 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Bournemouth, Manchester Enquire 
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 £1,619 £809 Half Board 3 Days Bristol, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 £1,599 £809 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Stansted Enquire 
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 £1,639 £739 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Luton, Manchester Enquire 
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 £1,679 £849 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Newcastle, Stansted Enquire 
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 £1,809 £849 Half Board 3 Days Bournemouth, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 £2,039 £849 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Edinburgh, Stansted Enquire 
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 £2,129 £869 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Manchester, Southend Enquire 
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 £1,819 £869 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Stansted Enquire 

Holiday Club Hotel

The Holiday Club Hotel is always a popular choice for families visiting the stunning resort of Saariselka during the festive season.

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From only £1,489 per adult

Date Adults From Child From Board Days Flying From Enquire
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 £1,645 £1,069 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool Enquire 
Tue, 2 Dec 2025 £1,489 £1,089 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 £1,589 £1,109 Half Board 3 Days Bristol, Gatwick, Leeds Bradford Enquire 
Thu, 4 Dec 2025 £1,659 £1,119 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Manchester, Stansted Enquire 
Mon, 8 Dec 2025 £1,529 £1,119 Half Board 3 Days East Midlands, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 £1,509 £1,139 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester Enquire 
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 £1,549 £1,159 Half Board 3 Days Edinburgh, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 £1,569 £1,169 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Bournemouth, Manchester Enquire 
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 £1,629 £1,169 Half Board 3 Days Bristol, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 £1,579 £1,169 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Stansted Enquire 
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 £1,669 £1,219 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Luton, Manchester Enquire 
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 £1,769 £1,219 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Newcastle, Stansted Enquire 
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 £1,799 £1,219 Half Board 3 Days Bournemouth, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 £2,029 £1,229 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Edinburgh, Stansted Enquire 
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 £2,129 £1,219 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Manchester, Southend Enquire 
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 £1,819 £1,219 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Stansted Enquire 

Riekonlinna Hotel

The Riekonlinna Hotel has excellent facilities and even boasts its' own Northern Lights viewing room.

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From only £1,469 per adult

Date Adults From Child From Board Days Flying From Enquire
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 £1,469 £309 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool Enquire 
Tue, 2 Dec 2025 £1,479 £299 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 £1,499 £309 Half Board 3 Days Bristol, Gatwick, Leeds Bradford Enquire 
Thu, 4 Dec 2025 £1,519 £759 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Manchester, Stansted Enquire 
Mon, 8 Dec 2025 £1,519 £319 Half Board 3 Days East Midlands, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 £1,529 £319 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester Enquire 
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 £1,559 £329 Half Board 3 Days Edinburgh, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 £1,579 £799 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Bournemouth, Manchester Enquire 
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 £1,639 £799 Half Board 3 Days Bristol, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 £1,599 £799 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Stansted Enquire 
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 £1,639 £799 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Luton, Manchester Enquire 
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 £1,679 £799 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Newcastle, Stansted Enquire 
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 £1,809 £799 Half Board 3 Days Bournemouth, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 £2,039 £799 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Edinburgh, Stansted Enquire 
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 £2,139 £859 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Manchester, Southend Enquire 
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 £1,829 £859 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Stansted Enquire 

Saariselka Inn

This cosy, centrally situated hotel in Saariselkä, is one of the smallest hotels in our selection and offers friendly family service, in a traditional Lapland style.

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From only £1,409 per adult

Date Adults From Child From Board Days Flying From Enquire
Tue, 2 Dec 2025 £1,409 £315 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Wed, 3 Dec 2025 £1,409 £309 Half Board 3 Days Bristol, Gatwick, Leeds Bradford Enquire 
Thu, 4 Dec 2025 £1,429 £769 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Manchester, Stansted Enquire 
Mon, 8 Dec 2025 £1,429 £325 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick Enquire 
Tue, 9 Dec 2025 £1,429 £325 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester Enquire 
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 £1,469 Please Call Half Board 3 Days Edinburgh, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 £1,489 £809 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Bournemouth, Manchester Enquire 
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 £1,549 £1,199 Half Board 3 Days Bristol, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 £1,499 £809 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Stansted Enquire 
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 £1,549 £829 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Luton, Manchester Enquire 
Thu, 18 Dec 2025 £1,609 £829 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Newcastle, Stansted Enquire 
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 £1,719 £829 Half Board 3 Days Bournemouth, Gatwick, Manchester Enquire 
Sat, 20 Dec 2025 £1,949 £829 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Edinburgh, Stansted Enquire 
Sun, 21 Dec 2025 £2,049 £829 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Manchester, Southend Enquire 
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 £1,739 £869 Half Board 3 Days Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Stansted Enquire 

Discounted Child Place Conditions Discounted child places are available on selected itineraries for specified travel dates, party size and accommodation. The applicable discount will be advised at the time of booking and shown on your confirmation invoice. Discounted child places will normally apply to the youngest child only, however, on some trips, all children travelling will receive a discount. Discounted child places cannot be combined with other offers; other conditions may apply.

Child Pricing: The qualifying age for child prices and discounted child places varies by tour operator, and is based on the child’s age on the date of the return flight. Infant Pricing: a reduced charge will apply for infants aged under 2 years; this varies by tour operator

The Most Amazing Time

Morning Morag

Just wanted to drop you a quick email to say thank you for all your help with booking our Lapland trip that we went on last month. All 3 of us had the most amazing time, memories that will last a lifetime. All your help, tips and advice were great so just wanted to say thank you. 
 I've had lots of people asking who I booked with as they've seen my photos so I've passed your contact details onto about 5 people, telling them how helpful you were, hope that's ok.
 Feel free to forward this email to your line manager/manager so they can see what a great job you are doing. 

Thanks again.

Sarah

Sarah Arnold

Santa's Magic, Thank you for the most wonderful holiday

I'd like to thank every member of staff right from the point of booking the holiday until we arrived back in the UK. Its truly been a magical experience.

Thank you for the most wonderful holiday and to everyone who made it extra special.

Travelled on the Santa's Magic, 3 day trip

Jo Wildsmith

We've just returned from our Santa Trip, it was amazing!

Hi Brian

What can I say? We've just returned from our santa trip, it was amazing!  Thank you so much for your help in booking our trip.

The resort was fab,  the rangers were great - always someone around! And harriets face when she met santa was priceless!

Thank you so much,  we truly had a holiday to remember forever

 

Lisa, Nige and Harriet

Santa's Magic 2, Riekonlinna Hotel

Date Adults From Child From Board Days Flying From
Mon, 1 Dec 2025 £1,469 £309 Half Board 3 Days Gatwick, Leeds Bradford, Liverpool

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