Lapland short breaks are the most popular way to visit Lapland and Santa, as a longer stay in Lapland allows you to enjoy and experience Lapland in a more relaxed way. Magic of Lapland takes you 200 km north of the Arctic Circle to Akaslompolo and Yllasjarvi, two original Sami villages in Yllas, North-western Lapland. Arctic activity locations in Lapland are for the exclusive use of Magic of Lapland clients. We plan your visit to the smallest detail and aim to offer a service that is personal and uncommercialised. Magic of Lapland aims to create an atmospheric and authentic experience of Lapland at its best.

Magic of Lapland Short Breaks: What is included?
- Fully chartered flights to/from Lapland with breakfast/dinner served on out/inbound flight
- Services of Magic of Lapland representatives and Lappish hosts in Lapland
- Accommodation in Lapland and meals on full board basis
- Welcome drink, refreshments on activity places and festive dinner
- Husky dog safari (5km)
- Snowmobile and reindeer sleigh ride to Santa's cabin (Akaslompolo)
- Reindeer safari to Magic Forest (2 km) (Yllasjarvi)
- Letter to Santa-letter from Santa inviting children to visit him in Lapland
- Individual family visit to Santa in Lapland
- Wilderness snowmobile safari (25km - 3 hours)
- Tobogganing, tandem skiing, snowshoe walking, kick-sledging
- Mini ski-doos for children to drive
- Lappish Ceremony (Akaslompolo)
- Arctic Crossing Circle Certificate
- Make gingerbread cookies and Christmas decorations
- Gift for all children up to 12 years of age
- Thermal clothing inclusive of thermal suit, boots, mittens, hat and warm socks (clothing for infants 0-2 years on request)

Magic of Lapland - Resorts and Accommodation in Lapland
Akaslompolo village is located in northern Yllas at the foot of the Yllas fells. In Akaslompolo we offer:
Yllashumina is a family run log cabin hotel with room and apartment accommodation. Central feature of Yllashumina is its reception and the restaurant. Sauna is available free of charge and the Humina pub is popular with the guests and locals alike. Itinerary and activities are based in authentic locations.
Lapp Village cabins are secluded and located in LappVillage. These two traditionally built cabins offer peace and tranquility for parties of adults and/or families with older children who prefer to have a quiet Lapland experience.

Yllasjarvi village is located in the southern Yllas and rests on the slopes of Yllas fells. In Yllasjarvi we offer:
Yllas luxury cabins offer a taste of wilderness and Lappish traditions with the touch of luxury. All cabins are built to a high standard in traditional Lappish style. Food is prepared and served in the cabin by your personal chef. Itinerary and activities are based in authentic locations.

Saaga hotel and chalets situated on the ski slopes with the scenic views, swimming pool and gym offer an ideal retreat from the Arctic cold. Itinerary and activities are based in authentic locations.

Christmas in Lapland is a special experience. We arrange that you join Arctic activities and the local traditions in order to experience true Lappish Christmas and see Santa on Christmas Eve just before he leaves for his most important trip of the year. For more details see

Christmas Break in Yllashumina
Christmas Break in Yllas luxury cabins
Christmas Break in Saaga

Fully inclusive activity programme in Lapland includes wide range of Lappish traditions and arctic activities in Lapland. Join us on a wilderness snowmobile safari, drive your own team of huskies, and visit a reindeer farm and much more. Find Santa's cabin deep in the forest and see him on an individual family basis. He awaits children with the letters sent to him to Lapland. Stay in a cabin, warm up in the sauna and by the fire place, have your dinner prepared in traditional style in front of you by a Lappish chef in your cabin or experience family run traditional log cabin hotel with its authentic restaurant.

To select you date of travel please visit Lapland Departure Dates and Prices.

Please read carefully Lapland Important Information and Lapland Booking Conditions for further details about Lapland and our Lapland short breaks or call Magic of Lapland on 0845 812 10 20.