Travel south to the official hometown of Santa Claus, straddle the Arctic Circle line, meet Santa in a private audience, and choose from reindeer sleigh rides or husky safaris — an enchanting full-day Arctic adventure.
What to expect
A private transfer (approximately 1.5 hours) whisks you south through Lapland's birch forests to Rovaniemi, where the Arctic Circle cuts through the village grounds. Your guide escorts you to the Santa's Office for a private, candlelit audience — genuinely magical for guests of any age. You then choose your adventure: a reindeer-drawn sleigh gliding through snow-covered forests, a husky pack pulling you across frozen trails, or a snowmobile excursion for the more adventurous. Lunch at the Arctic Bistro — reindeer stew, loin of elk, warm lingonberry juice — precedes the scenic return drive.
Good to know
Rovaniemi is approximately 115 km south of Kemi — allow 6–6.5 hours total. Pre-booking each activity at santaclausvillage.info is essential, especially during peak winter season. Confirm your ship's all-aboard time carefully; arrange your private transfer to depart the port by 08:00. Best October–April for snow; available year-round.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Kemi — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Kemi
- Icebreaker Sampo: Arctic Cruise & Ice Floating in a Dry Suit
- SnowCastle of Kemi: Private After-Hours Tour & Arctic Dinner
- Kemi–Tornio: Private Wilderness Retreat, Sauna & Forest Dining
- Kivalot Hills & Jägercabin: Expert-Guided Arctic Nature Hike
- Guided Walking Tour of Old Kemi: Maritime Heritage & Harbour Stories