Santa Breaks in Muonio at a glance

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  • London Gatwick (LGW), Bristol (BRS), Manchester Int. (MAN)

Travel included to Santa Breaks in Muonio

Depart on: Wednesdays & Sundays

Fly into: Kittilä

Transfer time: approx. 1 hour - 1.5 hours by coach

Included in your Santa Breaks holiday

  • Magical arctic experiences:
    • A special visit to Santa's Hideaway, where you'll have a private meeting with Santa
    • 20km snowmobile safari
    • 1km reindeer safari & farm visit
    • 6km husky safari
    • Snow fun activities 
    • Aurora program (4 nights only)
  • Complimentary tea and coffee - available from the restaurant during meal times
  • Selected soft drinks for children (wristband provided)
  • Full board meals
  • Arctic thermal clothing and snow boots for all adults and children (3 years+) to keep you cosy and warm in the snow
  • A festive Finnish Christmas dinner to celebrate your time in Lapland
  • On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Experts
  • Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with useful information to enhance your holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation

Where to stay in Muonio

The Harriniva Adventure Resort is a charming full board adventure resort set in a secluded winter wonderland. Its idyllic location guarantees minimal light pollution, giving you the best chance for seeing the Northern Lights simply by stepping outside.

Our accommodations in Santa Breaks in Muonio

Discover Santa Breaks in Muonio

A winter wonderland set in the remote Finnish fells, on the edge of the beautiful Muonionjoki River separating Finland and Sweden. Located 200 kilometers above the Arctic Circle, you can fully embrace the peace and quiet of the real Finnish Lapland. The landscape is dominated by snow-covered forests, frozen lakes, and glistening hills, creating an authentic winter wonderland during the colder months. The remote location means that the skies are especially clear, giving you the chance to witness the magical Northern Lights. And with a bit of Christmas magic, you may even find Santa in his hideaway home.

Choose from 3 night stays departing on Sundays or 4 night stays departing on Wednesdays throughout December. Our all-inclusive package at the traditional Harriniva Wilderness Hotel offers high standard lodge accommodation on full board, ideal for families seeking an authentic Finnish experience – plus all of your excursions are included.

Your exciting itinerary

You will receive your personal itinerary on arrival at Muonio.

Below you'll find a sample itinerary, days and timings may differ. 

Meet you Inghams Santa Breaks Destination Expert at Kittilä airport and transfer from the airport by coach to your accommodation. Upon arrival, settle into your accommodation and relax. Depending on your arrival time, you’ll be fitted with your thermal suits and boots either on the first day or the following morning.

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  • An unforgettable reindeer farm visit and reindeer sled ride. Meet Rudolph's friends at this 100-year-old Lappish farm and enjoy the wonder of a tranquil reindeer sleigh ride in the forest
  • Christmas Baking and Crafts. Bake traditional Finnish gingerbread cookies and make your own Christmas decorations to take home as a memory of your stay in Lapland
  • Lunch in a traditional Lappish kota
  • Meeting with Santa. The local friendly elves know the secret path to Santa's hideaway cabin where each family has a private meeting with Santa
Harriniva Adventure Resort Muonio Reindeer Sleigh Ride.
  • Husky sled ride. Meet the excited huskies for a 6km safari. A chance for adults to drive the husky sled whilst small children travel with the guide's sled
  • Snow fun winter activities. Test your skills at cross-country skiing, tobogganing, and other fun snow activities. There is even a mini snowmobile ride for children where they can drive themselves
  • Lunchtime buffet
  • Snowmobile safari, discovering the beautiful landscape of Lapland. Two adults share a snowmobile with children traveling in a sleigh
  • Christmas Dinner - a buffet of different foods and traditional Finnish Christmas dishes
Harriniva Adventure Resort Muonio Husky Safari 3

After a magical few days, it’s time to say goodbye to your new friends before being transferred by coach to the airport for your flight home.

If you are staying on a 3 night (4 day) stay then the snowmobile and Christmas dinner are on Day 4 and departures on Day 5.

Jeris Lakeside Resort Muonio Lake

Travel to Santa Breaks in Muonio

Travel by Air

Direct exclusive charter flights to Kittilä airport departing on Sundays (for 3 nights) and Wednesdays (for 4 nights) from:

  • Gatwick 
  • Bristol
  • Manchester 

Flight supplements may apply.

Airport Transfer Time - approx. 1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes by coach

Please note that there may be a few minutes' walk to your accommodation due to access/regulations on where transfer vehicles can stop.

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FAQs and Travel Advice

On a Santa Break to Muonio you'll find yourself in the Arctic wilderness where you'll have a special meeting with Santa, as well as snowmobiling, reindeer and husky excursions included in your package. Experience the ultimate Lapland package and enjoy cosy accommodation choices, full board meals and exciting Lapland activities.

Yes, you'll have a special private meeting with Santa during your holiday to Muonio included in your 3 or 4 night Santa Break.

Exciting excursions are included as part of your Santa Breaks package to Muonio. You'll have the opportunity to go snowmobiling, husky sledding, take a reindeer sleigh ride and have a private meeting with Santa.

Santa Breaks to Muonio are the perfect choice for a special family holiday with children. Everyone will have the chance to experience the magic and excitement of meeting Santa in his home. Santa Breaks are not recommended for very small infants under 3 years of age.

An Inghams Santa Breaks holiday to Muonio includes a special meeting with Santa, flights, transfers and accommodation, Arctic thermal suits and boots (3 years and over) and a Festive Feast. Our Inghams representatives will also be on hand throughout your stay to help make your holiday as magical as possible!

Lapland Adventures 

Want to create your own adventure with a Lapland trip in the great outdoors? Submerse yourself for 3, 4 or 7 nights in the subarctic wilderness on a Lapland Adventure holiday. Soak up the Sami culture, admire the breath-taking wildlife, enjoy traditional Lappish cuisine, have fun skiing under the stars & snowmobiling across frozen lakes. 

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