Santa Spectacular
Santa Spectacular, Lapland
This slightly longer stay in Lapland's winter wonderland gives you time for an exciting Snowmobile Safari, as well as a host of other adventures such as Husky rides, Reindeer rides, and a traditional Arctic Circle Ceremony, plus more time to relax and explore Lapland.
Special Offer
Grandparent savings on family holidays
Take the grandparents on a winter wonderland adventure and they will save £30 on parent prices. Conditions apply, please check here.
Special Offer
Free Child Places in Lapland
Take advantage of FREE child places on family breaks to Lapland excursions in winter 2010 (Be sure to book early - limited availability). Full details here.
When
Regular departures usually starting first Wednesday in December from Gatwick, Manchester and Bristol airports.Stay
There is a choice of accommodation which will affect the price. All Esprit's accommodation is graded in diamonds (these should not be compared to stars, i.e. a 4 diamond hotel is not the same as a 4 star hotel). The options are: The Holiday Club (4 diamonds) with indoor pool includng water slides. Kieppi (3 diamons) a central village location. Riekonlinna (4 diamonds) family suites and apartments, plus the opportunity to sleep in an igloo snow cabin. Tunturi (4 diamonds) new family bedrooms wit balcony's and saunas.Price
From £914 to £1014 per adult depending on accommodation chosen and departure date and airport. All prices are based on minimum occupancy and include return flights to Ivalo, transfers, activities and taxes. Infants are charged at £150 and children prices can have discounts of upto 90% off the adult price. Book early to take advantage of the FREE child places.Itinerary
- Day One - You will be greeted at Ivalo Airport by a reindeer with its Sami handler, and one of Santa's elves. A short 25-minute coach-ride to your hotel or chalet in Saariselka where you will be fitted with you complimentary thermal oversuits, boots, gloves and hats. There is then free time to get your bearings, make snowmen, go tobogganing or just relax before dinner.
- Day Two - The highlight of the day is our thrilling one and a half hour Snowmobile Safari Adventure! Adults ride with a partner, taking turns (not compulsory) to drive or ride pillion, whilst children are towed in special sledges behind the guides, or older children may choose to ride pillion behind a parent. The memorable trip is broken halfway for hot drinks around a crackling campfire, with toboggans laid on to keep the youngsters happy! Lunch is also included either before or after your snowmobile adventure in one of the cosy local restaurants. This will be a simple 2-course meal with separate options for the children and plenty of hot berry juice, squash, tea and coffee available. You can then choose from one of the optional activiites or just enjoy Lapland at your own pace before dinner.
- Day Three - Time for your chosen optional activities which include a Reindeer Sleigh Ride, a Traditional Arctic Circle Ceremony, a Husky Sled Ride. This is followed by lunch before you set off on your search for Santa at his hideaway log cabin home. Each family gets a exclusive family meeting. Finally, back 'home' in your hotel or chalet, sit down as a family and enjoy a wonderful Gala Dinner (optional in hotels), and re-live every unforgettable moment of your biggest ever Christmas adventure!
- Day Four - Fun-time again, with the chance to thrill to another big adventure, whether pre-booked in the UK or chosen the night before from the ‘Optional Adventures’. You may have fallen in love with the huskies and want to enjoy the sled ride again, or perhaps experience skiing, Nordic style or downhill - there are plenty of options to choose from. You then set off after lunch for the airport.