Rovaniemi Private Highlights Experience: Santa Village & Arktikum

4 hours

Easy

Explore Rovaniemi’s top highlights privately with a dedicated driver and comfortable vehicle. Visit Santa Claus Village, see the Arktikum museum area, enjoy riverside views and city landmarks at your own pace on this flexible half-day experience.

Experience the magic of Rovaniemi in comfort and privacy on this flexible half-day city highlights journey. With a dedicated driver and a warm vehicle, you’ll visit some of Lapland’s most iconic locations and enjoy the freedom to explore each one independently.

The day begins with pickup at your accommodation, followed by a relaxing ride through Rovaniemi’s winter landscapes. Your first major stop is the world-famous Santa Claus Village, where you can walk across the Arctic Circle line, browse gift shops, send postcards stamped from the Arctic, meet Santa’s helpers, or simply enjoy the festive atmosphere. You’ll have time to wander at your own pace, take photos, or grab a hot drink.

Continue to the striking Arktikum Museum area, known for its long glass corridor, minimalist Nordic architecture, and riverside surroundings. You may choose to admire the exterior, take photos, or enter the museum by purchasing tickets on site. The choice is fully yours.

During the experience, enjoy a short scenic stop at the Kemijoki Riverside with views towards the Lumberjack Candle Bridge, one of Rovaniemi’s most recognizable silhouettes. If time and interest allow, you may request brief additional stops such as Rovaniemi Church (exterior visit) or Lordi Square to see more of the city’s character.

Throughout the experience, there are no fixed touring schedules, crowds, or rushed timeslots. Instead, you travel in comfort, decide how long to stay at each stop, and enjoy the highlights in your own style. Museum admissions, Santa experiences, and any on-site services remain optional and self-arranged, giving you complete flexibility.

This private experience suits couples, families, or small groups who value privacy, space, convenience, and the freedom to explore independently — all while enjoying smooth local logistics during winter travel.

Discover Rovaniemi the relaxed way: comfortably, privately, and entirely at your pace.

What's included?
    • Private experience for your group only
    • Dedicated driver for the duration of the experience
    • Comfortable heated vehicle
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off within Rovaniemi city area
    • Flexible stop durations at highlight locations
    • Free time to explore each stop independently
    Exclusions
      • Admission tickets to museums or attractions
      • Meals, drinks, and personal purchases
      • Optional services or activities offered at Santa Claus Village
      • Entry fees to Arktikum Museum (optional and self-paid)
      • Guided tours inside museums or attractions
      • Souvenirs, photography services, or Santa photo packages
      Please note
        • This experience includes visits to several highlight locations with independent time at each stop.
        • Admission tickets to Arktikum Museum, optional Santa Village services, meals, and personal expenses are not included and may be arranged directly on site if desired.
        • Stop durations are flexible within the overall timeframe. If you would like more time at a certain location, please let the driver know.
        • Pickup is available from accommodations or airports within the Rovaniemi city area. If you are staying outside the city, please contact us in advance to confirm feasibility and timing.
        • Vehicle and driver details will be provided when possible to help you identify the correct pickup.
        • If your accommodation has multiple entrances or is located in a remote cabin, please share clear directions, GPS pin, or photos in advance.
        • The experience operates in winter conditions; warm clothing, winter footwear, hats, and gloves are strongly recommended.
        • If you wish to enter the Arktikum Museum, shop for souvenirs, enjoy cafés, or take part in optional services at Santa Village, please allow extra time within the total experience duration.
        • This is a private experience for your group only—no other travelers will be joining.
        What to bring
          • Warm winter clothing suitable for outdoor stops
          • Gloves, hat, and scarf
          • Winter boots with good grip
          • Fully charged phone or camera for photos
          • Any personal items or snacks you may need
          • Payment method for optional purchases, museum entry, food, or souvenirs
          • Weather-appropriate layers (Lapland temperatures can vary)