Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in the magical wilderness of Wild Taiga. Hotel Kalevala offers a perfect mix of winter activities, Finnish traditions, and unforgettable celebrations, set against a backdrop of snow-covered landscapes and starry skies. From thrilling safaris to cozy sauna experiences, this package ensures a memorable start to the year.
28.12.2025 – 3.1.2026
Itinerary:
DAILY: breakfast, lunch, dinner, evening saunas with indoor and outdoor jacuzzis
28.12. ARRIVAL DAY
- Transfer from Kajaani airport to Hotel Kalevala, check in.
- Settle into the cozy atmosphere of Hotel Kalevala and prepare for a week of Arctic excitement.
29.12. HOLIDAY BEGINS
- Engage in fun snow games and friendly competitions: On these playful competitions you need co-opearation skills, imagination and lots of joy.
- After lunch 2 hour snowshoe tour along taiga forest and frozen lake.
- After dinner end the day with an unforgettable evening under the stars, enjoying a campfire picnic while hoping for a glimpse of the Northern Lights.
30.12. SLEIGH DRIVES, CULTURE AND MEETING SANTA
- In the morning taster experience – try husky, reindeer, and horse activities to sample Finnish traditions.
- After lunch guided city tour covering nature, history, and culture, visiting iconic sites. After the tour you have time to visit local coffee shop or shopping.
- Later in the afternoon Meet Santa tour. Santa Claus has a residence in Kuhmo and after a busy Christmas he is now well rested and welcoming guests to see his office.
31.12. NEW YEARS EVE
- Enjoy a thrilling 1-hour snowmobile safari through snowy trails
- Evening festivities include traditional Finnish tin casting, a galadinner, live music/DJ, and a midnight celebration to welcome the New Year.
1.1. NATURE AND MUSIC
- Join a guided excursion to Lentuankoski Rapids to spot the rare white-throated dippers, a unique winter birdwatching experience amidst the stunning rapids. Snacks are enjoyed by open fire.
- In the evening traditional New Year’s concert at Kuhmo Arts Centre
2.1. TIME FOR LEISURE AND SMOKE SAUNA
- Spend the day at leisure or join optional activities such as ice swimming, snowshoeing, or cross-country skiing.
- End your stay with a traditional smoke sauna experience to unwind and reflect.
3.1. GOOD BYE FINLAND
- Time to say goodbye to a magical Arctic experience and take home cherished memories.
- Transfer back to Kajaani airport
| Room type | Package price/person | Extra night per person with breakfast |
| Standard double/twin room | 2210 € | 97,50 € |
| Single room | 2330 € | 160 € |
| Superior double room | 2360 € | 107,50 € |
| Suite (for 2) | 2570 € | 165 € |
Including:
- Return transfer from Kajaani airport
- 6 night accommodation in chosen room type with full board
- Special gala dinner on New Year’s Eve
- Daily evening sauna and use of indoor and outdoor jacuzzis
- New Year’s programme (see itinerary)
- Free use of kick-sledges, toboggans, Wi-Fi
Extra charge:
- Thermal overall (suit, hat, gloves, boots, socks) 75 €/week or 25 €/day.
- Optional activities
Few tips:
- Possibility to add extra days or shorten the program
- Please take a look at list of optional activities; husky safaris, cross country skiing, ice-fishing, rapid swimming etc.
- Also wellbeing treatments are available: worth trying is definitely our peat sauna and traditional Finnish bone setting. After these two try also herbal jacuzzi and classical massage.
Good to know: All the activities are guided in English. Package price does not includepersonal travel insurance. We reserve all the rights to change the order or content of the program if necessary due to weather conditions or safety reasons.