Special New Year: Ruka Villas

Start the year surrounded by the dazzling white snow. Ski in the northernmost part of the world and enjoy outdoor walks amidst its incredible luminous phenomena and subarctic landscapes. Discover the home of Santa Claus and observe his reindeer in their natural habitat. Lapland will surprise you with its magnificent landscapes worthy of Christmas tales.

Approximate price per family:
6910 $

 New Year in Lapland: Snow, Adventure & Pure Magic for the Whole Family Say goodbye to the year in a way you’ll never forget — surrounded by wild nature, sparkling snow, and the warm glow of a crackling fireplace inside your own private wooden cabin. This isn’t just a trip; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime winter adventure in Ruka Villas, right in the heart of Finnish Lapland. Drive your own husky sled, race snow karts over frozen tracks, fish on icy lakes, hike through snowy forests on snowshoes, ride snowmobiles and reindeer sleighs... and, of course, experience the most magical moment of all: a personal visit to Santa Claus' house. Because in Lapland, the magic doesn't end with Christmas — it lasts until the very last day of the year. 

Luxury private cabins, Arctic landscapes, authentic adventures, a Spanish-speaking guide, and a carefully crafted itinerary designed to bring families closer together. With #SantaClausInLapland, the true experts in Lapland family travel, this New Year’s escape will become a story your family tells for years to come.

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Day 1 Spain - Kuusamo - Ruka

Arrival at the airport. Meet with Catai staff who will assist you with the simple check-in procedures. Departure on a direct charter flight to Kuusamo. Snack on board included. Meet your guide and transfer to our cabin (approx. 30 minutes), with a stop to collect thermal suits to use throughout your stay. Once settled, enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. (Transfers included). Accommodation.

Day 2 Ruka. Authentic Husky Safari and Ice Karting

Breakfast provided as catering delivered to your cabin. We will begin our adventure in Lapland with an excursion that will leave a lasting memory, as we have the opportunity to drive a sled pulled by a team of husky dogs like real mushers. Well-trained huskies can pull up to seven times their own weight. Their trainers will share many more interesting facts with us before we embark on the ride. We will enjoy a light lunch during the excursion. After lunch, we will be transferred to the karting circuit, where we will experience something completely new: driving special karts designed for snow or ice surfaces. Driving the karts is easy, and this activity is suitable for both adults and children with a minimum height of 150 cm (required to reach the accelerator and brake pedals). Children who cannot drive the karts will have the opportunity to drive a mini snowmobile, an experience that will surely be unforgettable. Return to your cabin and free time until dinner. Dinner at a local restaurant with transfers included. Accommodation.

Day 3 – Deep Nature: Ice Fishing and Snowshoeing in the Forest

After breakfast, we’ll dive into a genuine Nordic tradition: ice fishing on a frozen lake. A local fisherman will teach us how to drill through the ice and try our luck catching perch, pike, or arctic whitefish. Later, we’ll strap on snowshoes and head out into the silent, snow-covered forests around Ruka, where each step brings us closer to nature’s essence. The light lunch will be served during the excursion, and the afternoon is free to relax in the cabin, play in the snow, or even hit the slopes at the nearby Ruka ski resort. Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight stay in our cozy cabin.

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Day 4 – Winter Wonderland: Oulanka National Park Adventure

Today we visit one of the most spectacular landscapes in Finland — the Oulanka National Park. After breakfast, we’ll head to this protected area, famous for its waterfalls and the dramatic Myllykoski rapids. Our guide will share fascinating stories about local wildlife — reindeer, moose, arctic foxes — and the resilient plants that survive Lapland’s extreme winter. We’ll enjoy a picnic lunch by a campfire, surrounded by nature in its purest form. Then it’s time to grab our snowshoes again and explore deeper into this magical landscape. The afternoon is yours to ski, play, or simply unwind. Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight in Ruka Villas.

Day 5 – A Day of Magic: Snowmobiles, Reindeer & Santa Claus

We start with an exhilarating snowmobile safari through Lapland’s snowy trails. Our local guides will provide safety instructions, and children will ride in a special sled pulled by the guide’s snowmobile. After a scenic ride, we’ll arrive at a reindeer farm, where Sami herders will introduce us to their beloved animals. Did you know each reindeer has its own name and that its coat changes color in winter? We’ll enjoy a peaceful ride in a sleigh pulled by a reindeer — a perfect moment to take photos and soak in the surroundings. After lunch, we head to the highlight of the trip: a visit to Santa Claus’ house in the charming village of Vuotunki, by a frozen lake. There, children and adults alike will enjoy natural snow slides before being welcomed inside by a friendly elf. In the warmth of Santa’s cozy home, we’ll hear stories and songs, and Mrs. Claus will share her famous cookie recipe, which we’ll bake in the traditional wood oven. Dinner will be served in Santa’s house, and every child will receive a personal gift from Santa himself — a heartwarming memory that will last forever. We return to our accommodation for a well-earned rest.

Day 6 – Until Next Time, Lapland: Sauna and Farewell

Our final morning begins with a peaceful breakfast. Before we leave, there’s time for one last Finnish tradition: the sauna. With nearly one sauna for every two people, it’s a central part of Finnish life — a moment of quiet, warmth, and renewal. Later, we transfer to Kuusamo Airport, check in, and board our direct flight back to Spain, with a snack served on board. We return home not only with photos and souvenirs but with something far more valuable: memories of joy, wonder, and family connection in the most magical place on Earth.

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A Journey You’ll Treasure Forever This New Year’s trip to Lapland is more than just a getaway — it’s a beautifully crafted experience designed to awaken emotion, bring families closer, and create lifelong memories. From the moment you step onto the snowy paths of Ruka to that magical encounter where Santa Claus gives a personal gift to each child, every detail is meant to immerse you in the true magic of the Arctic We’ve driven husky sleds, explored frozen forests on snowmobiles, fished on icy lakes, and walked through postcard-worthy landscapes. We’ve laughed, learned, disconnected from the noise — and most importantly, reconnected as a family. This program was created especially for Spanish families, with Spanish-speaking guides, full board, carefully selected activities, and luxurious, fully equipped cabins surrounded by peaceful Lapland nature. Every detail matters, because we understand that traveling with children means more than moving — it’s about sharing, discovering, and living something truly magical together. With #SantaClausInLapland, the trusted experts in family travel to Lapland, you’re in the hands of passionate professionals who know exactly how to make this journey unforgettable.

Fin de Año en Laponia: nieve, aventura y magia para toda la familia  Despedir el año rodeados de naturaleza salvaje, nieve virgen y la calidez de una cabaña de madera iluminada por una chimenea encendida... En este viaje todo es posible. Te proponemos un fin de año único en Ruka Villas, en el corazón de Laponia, donde vivirás una auténtica aventura nórdica con toda tu familia. Safari de huskies, karting sobre hielo, pesca en un lago helado, raquetas de nieve en bosques mágicos, excursiones en moto de nieve y trineos tirados por renos... Y por supuesto, el momento más esperado: una visita muy especial a la casa de Santa Claus. Porque la magia no termina en Navidad: en Laponia, la ilusión dura hasta el último día del año.

Cabañas privadas de lujo, naturaleza ártica, experiencias auténticas, guía en español y un programa diseñado para crear recuerdos inolvidables. Con #SantaClausInLapland, los verdaderos expertos en viajes a Laponia, tu Fin de Año será mucho más que una escapada: será una historia que contarás toda la vida.

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Día 1 – Rumbo a la magia blanca: ¡Bienvenidos a Laponia!

El viaje comienza con la emoción de lo nuevo y lo extraordinario. Nos encontramos en el aeropuerto con el equipo de Catai, quienes nos asistirán en todos los trámites antes de embarcar en un vuelo especial directo a Kuusamo, en pleno corazón de Laponia. Durante el trayecto, disfrutaremos de un snack a bordo mientras la emoción crece. Al llegar, nos recibirá nuestro guía y partiremos rumbo a Ruka Villas, donde nos alojaremos en acogedoras y lujosas cabañas de madera, perfectamente equipadas. En el trayecto, recogeremos los trajes térmicos que nos acompañarán durante toda la aventura. El día cierra con una cena en un restaurante local, rodeados de un paisaje nevado que parece sacado de un cuento.

 

Día 2 – Energía salvaje: huskies, nieve y adrenalina

Tras un desayuno tipo catering entregado en nuestra cabaña, viviremos una de las experiencias más icónicas de Laponia: un safari en trineo tirado por huskies. Aprenderemos a conducirlo como verdaderos mushers, guiando a estos perros increíbles capaces de tirar hasta siete veces su peso. Durante el recorrido, los cuidadores nos contarán curiosidades sobre su entrenamiento y estilo de vida. Luego del almuerzo ligero, nos espera una actividad completamente distinta pero igual de emocionante: karting sobre nieve o hielo. Quienes midan más de 150 cm podrán pilotar los karts especiales, y los más pequeños vivirán la experiencia conduciendo una mini-motonieve. Cerramos la jornada con cena en restaurante local y regreso a nuestras cabañas. Un día intenso y lleno de emoción.

Día 3 – Naturaleza profunda: pesca sobre hielo y paseo en raquetas

Después del desayuno, nos adentramos en una auténtica tradición nórdica: la pesca en hielo. Un pescador local nos mostrará cómo perforar el lago congelado y pescar lucios, percas o arenques a través del hielo. Una experiencia que combina paciencia, técnica y la belleza serena del entorno. Más tarde, nos colocaremos las raquetas de nieve y caminaremos por los bosques nevados del entorno de Ruka, descubriendo paisajes que parecen salidos de una postal. El almuerzo será ligero y campestre, y por la tarde podremos disfrutar del esquí, juegos en la nieve o simplemente del calor de nuestra cabaña. Cena en restaurante local con traslados incluidos. Alojamiento.

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Día 4 – Postales de invierno: aventura en el Parque Nacional de Oulanka

Nos espera uno de los escenarios naturales más espectaculares de Finlandia: el Parque Nacional de Oulanka. Tras el desayuno, partimos hacia este espacio protegido famoso por sus cascadas y los rápidos de Myllykoski, donde el bosque, la nieve y el agua se funden en una armonía única. Nuestro guía nos compartirá historias sobre la fauna local —renos, alces, zorros árticos— y la flora que desafía el invierno. Disfrutaremos de un almuerzo tipo picnic junto a una hoguera, y después nos adentraremos en el parque con raquetas de nieve para descubrir su belleza en silencio. Por la tarde, tiempo libre para seguir esquiando o descansar. Cena en restaurante local y alojamiento.

Día 5 – Un día de cuento: renos, motos de nieve y Santa Claus

El día comienza con el rugido suave de las motos de nieve, nuestra forma de transporte para alcanzar una granja de renos. Allí, sus criadores lapones nos contarán sobre estos nobles animales que forman parte esencial de la cultura sami. ¿Sabías que cada reno tiene nombre propio y cambia de pelaje en invierno? Daremos un paseo en trineo tirado por un reno, ideal para hacer fotos inolvidables. Y por la tarde... ¡la magia se vuelve real! Visitaremos el pueblo de Vuotunki, junto a un lago helado, donde se encuentra la verdadera casa de Santa Claus. Nos recibirá un elfo y nos guiará hasta el salón donde Santa nos espera. Compartiremos canciones, historias y risas, mientras la Señora Claus nos enseña su receta de galletas, que hornearemos en un horno tradicional de leña. La jornada culmina con una cena en la casa de Santa Claus y la entrega de un regalo personal para cada niño. Un momento que quedará grabado para siempre. Alojamiento.

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Día 6 – Hasta pronto, Laponia: sauna y despedida con el alma llena

Tras el desayuno, aún hay tiempo para disfrutar de una auténtica sauna finlandesa, una tradición profundamente enraizada en la cultura del país, con casi una sauna por cada dos habitantes. La sauna no solo relaja el cuerpo, sino que también reconecta con uno mismo y con el entorno. Después, traslado al aeropuerto de Kuusamo, trámites de facturación y vuelo directo a España con snack incluido a bordo. Regresamos con las maletas llenas de recuerdos, sonrisas y momentos que nos acompañarán toda la vida.

El viaje que recordaréis toda la vida Este viaje a Laponia en Fin de Año no es solo una escapada, es una experiencia diseñada para emocionar, unir y crear recuerdos imborrables en familia. Desde el primer momento en que pisáis la nieve de Ruka hasta el instante en que Santa Claus entrega su regalo a cada niño, todo ha sido cuidadosamente pensado para que viváis la magia del Ártico como nunca antes. Hemos conducido trineos de huskies, surcado bosques en motos de nieve, pescado sobre lagos helados y caminado entre paisajes que parecen sacados de una postal. Nos hemos reído, hemos aprendido, hemos desconectado del mundo… y, sobre todo, nos hemos reencontrado como familia. Este programa está creado especialmente para familias españolas, con guías en castellano, pensión completa, actividades seguras y alojamiento en cabañas de lujo totalmente equipadas, rodeadas de naturaleza. Cada detalle cuenta, porque sabemos que viajar con niños no es solo moverse… es compartir, descubrir y crear magia juntos. Con #SantaClausInLapland, expertos en viajes familiares a Laponia, tendrás la tranquilidad de estar en manos de profesionales apasionados por lo que hacen.

 Ruka Village

Ruka Villas: Your Private Winter Retreat in the Heart of Lapland Imagine opening the door to a snowy postcard scene. The air is crisp, the silence is pure, and your cozy wooden cabin glows with the warmth of a crackling fireplace. This is Ruka Villas — and this is where your magical Lapland adventure begins. These luxury, fully independent cabins are designed for families who want to experience the magic of Lapland in comfort, privacy, and close connection to nature. Located in one of the most beautiful areas of northern Finland, Ruka Villas offers everything you need to feel right at home… in the middle of a winter fairy tale. Each villa features spacious living areas, a fireplace-lit lounge, a fully equipped kitchen, cozy bedrooms, and carefully curated details throughout. After a day of snowmobile safaris, husky rides or snowshoe treks, returning to Ruka Villas feels like coming home to a warm, enchanted hideaway.Thanks to their prime location, you'll enjoy easy access to all scheduled excursions, the Ruka ski resort, and the selected local restaurants for your evening meals. But the best part? It’s what you can’t plan: the peaceful snowy silence, laughter by the fire, starlit nights… and if you're lucky, the Northern Lights dancing above your roof. That’s why at #SantaClausInLapland — the leading experts in family travel to Lapland — we choose accommodations that elevate every moment of your journey. And Ruka Villas does exactly that, from the very first night.

Departure December 28, 2025 from Madrid-Valencia
Family Price
2 adults 13190€
1 adult + 1 child 7135€
 1 adult + 2 children  7675€
2 adults + 1 child 13730€
2 adults + 2 children 14270€
Conditions of Cancelation
Until August 31st, €150 per person (plus any optional insurance purchased)
From September 1st to September 30th, 15%
From October 1st to October 31st, 25%
From November 1st until 22 days before departure, 50%
From 21 to 8 days before departure, 75%
Less than 7 days before departure, 100%
Contact us for more information
This grand experience includes
Special direct flight from Madrid or Valencia to Kuusamo (round trip)
Includes snack on board
Spanish-speaking tour guide at the destination
All transfers included
Thermal suit for the entire stay (including boots and overalls), as well as helmet and gloves for the snowmobile excursion
5 nights accommodation in Ruka Villas, luxury cabins
Full board (with a jug of water included)
Catering-style breakfasts delivered to the cabin
4 dinners at a local restaurant with transfers included
1 dinner at Santa Claus’ house
All activities, excursions, and safaris as per the program (two people per snowmobile or sleigh)
A gift from Santa Claus for each child aged 11 or under
Complete online travel documentation and welcome gifts
Travel assistance insurance included
SCIL® experience
Flight schedule departing December 28, 2025 from Madrid
28/12/2025 Madrid 09:00 Kuusamo 14:45
02/01/2026 Kuusamo 15:35 Madrid 19:25
Flight schedule departing December 28, 20235 from Valencia
28/12/2025  Valencia 09:00 Kuusamo 14:50
02/01/2026 Kuusamo 15:00 Valencia 19:00
It will interest you to know
Not included: lunch on the last day, as specified in the itinerary.
Air taxes and fuel surcharge: €145 (not included in the price)
Daily accommodation cleaning (not included in the price)
The order (but not the content) of the excursions may vary from this itinerary.
Flight schedules are subject to change and will be confirmed prior to the departure date.
Due to weather conditions (such as snow or ice accumulation) and for safety reasons, excursions may be subject to changes in itinerary, duration, or even cancellations without prior notice
The prices of snowmobile and sleigh excursions are based on two people sharing each vehicle
All snowmobiles are fully insured with a deductible of €1,000, for which each participant is responsible in case of an accident
Due to weather conditions (such as snow or ice accumulation) and for safety reasons, excursions may undergo changes in itinerary, duration, or even cancellations without prior notice.
The organizer does not guarantee weather conditions, snow or ice accumulation for the realization of the offered excursions or safaris. In the event that force majeure prevents the execution of any excursion and it needs to be canceled, an alternative activity will be arranged or the amount paid will be refunded upon return; either in full if the activity is canceled, or partially if conditions do not allow its complete realization.
Smoking in accommodations where it is not permitted may result in high fines, which can reach up to 4500 euros per person.
The customer is responsible for the keys to the apartments, and in case of loss, compensation will be requested.

 

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