Why go on a Lapland holiday in December

Well of course - it's Christmas! Enjoy the festive feel of Lapland during December, with resorts showcasing decorations, lights and of course a town square Christmas tree - Don't forget to visit Santa.

It's always worth finding time to explore the Christmas markets hosted in resorts during December - there are always tasty drinks and delicious drinks on offer, plus plenty of homemade crafts and gifts to purchase.

Celebrate in style at New Years Eve and welcome in the new year watching earths own natural firework display (plus some man-made ones) of the Northern Lights. Many of our December Lapland holidays around the Christmas or New Year period offer special dining in hotels with festive themed meals.

Ways to visit Lapland in December with Inghams

Choose your perfect Lapland escape - Whether you’re after adventure or enchantment, there’s a Lapland holiday to suit every kind of traveller.

Lapland Adventures

A Lapland Adventure for those who want flexibility and Arctic thrills, with the freedom to pick your resort, add optional activities and select your accommodation.

Santa Breaks

A Santa Breaks for a magical and festive experience, complete with meeting Santa, seasonal activities with the elves and cosy Christmas moments.

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December Lapland holiday FAQ's

Yes, Inghams offers a variety of family-friendly accommodation options in Lapland. From cosy cabins to spacious hotels, there are accommodations suitable for families of all sizes. Plus, there are so many fun activities to see and do when you are on a family holiday to Lapland, so you can make the most of your holiday.

Santa Breaks are not recommended for very small infants under 3 years of age. Toddlers 3 years+  generally love the excitement and magic of it all including the Santa’s Workshop. Although children under 4 years old are not able to join any snowmobile safaris, it's possible for them to join the husky & reindeer safari excursion, under the care and supervision of an adult.

For over 20 years, Inghams has worked closely with local tour operators to ensure our guests receive the best value winter excursions in Lapland, including husky, reindeer and horse-riding excursions, a snowmobile safari, ice activities, skiing, meeting Santa Claus, and of course, searching for the Northern Lights.

Yes. This is the most efficient way to obtain clothing for this trip as these may not be something you already own and may not be something you use again. Therefore hiring your base layers is not only the perfect solution but it is also more environmentally friendly. Inghams Lapland is in partnership with EcoSki who are a fantastic ski clothing company who hire out items of all styles, sizes and fashion. Read more about EcoSki on how they started and why it makes sense to rent. They offer everything from Thermals, Fleece Jackets, Salopettes to hats and gloves so you can source everything from one place for all of your travel group.

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  • We know Lapland inside out

    We’ve been going for reindeer’s years, making sure every minute you spend here is truly magical.

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  • The best of the best

    We’ve handpicked our resorts to make sure you experience the very best that Lapland has to offer.

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  • Award-winning customer service

    Tap into our local knowledge and experience. We take care of everything, so you can relish every perfect moment.

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  • Magical experiences

    We’ll help you craft the perfect trip and create memories that will last forever.

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  • Championing the great outdoors

    If nature's on your mind, then know it’s on ours too. Lapland is a special place, and we’re determined to help keep it that way.

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  • We're the whole package

    With a package holiday, everything’s sorted (and protected by ABTA/ATOL) including travel, transfers, accommodation and expert advice tailored to you. 

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