Availability for Christmas & New Year 2026
With Christmas and New Year departures always among our most sought-after journeys, now is the perfect time to book your last-minute festive Lapland escape for December 2026. Whether you're dreaming of meeting Santa, racing through snowy forests on a husky sled, staying beneath the Northern Lights in a glass igloo, or celebrating New Year's Eve in a winter wonderland, a selection of our festive small group and independent tours still have availability.
Each Christmas, we take great pleasure in sharing the magic of the Scandinavian festive season. Our Christmas Small Group Tours are designed to showcase the very best of winter in Lapland, from reindeer encounters and husky sledding adventures to cosy log cabin stays, festive family activities, and unforgettable visits with Santa himself.
Pre-Christmas Escapes
Travelling before Christmas is a wonderful way to experience Lapland at its most festive. The anticipation of the season is everywhere, with twinkling lights, Christmas markets and snow-covered villages creating a magical atmosphere. Pre-Christmas departures can also offer better value, along with more accommodation options and fewer visitors than the peak holiday period. It's an ideal time to enjoy classic Arctic activities such as husky sledding, reindeer encounters and Northern Lights excursions while embracing the excitement of Christmas as it draws near.
Christmas in Lapland
There's nowhere quite like Lapland at Christmas. This is when the region truly comes alive, with festive traditions, magical winter landscapes and unforgettable family experiences. Spend your days meeting Santa, decorating Christmas treats, enjoying snowy adventures and relaxing by a crackling fire in a cosy cabin or wilderness lodge. For many travellers, celebrating Christmas in the home of Santa Claus is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that creates memories to be treasured for years to come.
New Year's in the Arctic
For those looking to finish the year in spectacular fashion, a New Year's escape to Lapland offers the perfect blend of celebration and adventure. The festive atmosphere continues long after Christmas, while the Arctic landscape remains at its snowy best. With fewer crowds than the Christmas period, New Year departures can offer excellent availability across some of Lapland's most sought-after accommodation. Spend your days exploring the wilderness, searching for the Northern Lights and enjoying unforgettable winter activities before welcoming the new year beneath the Arctic sky.
