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.
28.12.2026 – 3.1.2027
Itinerary:
DAILY: breakfast, lunch, dinner, evening saunas with indoor and outdoor jacuzzis
28.12. ARRIVAL DAY
Transfer from Kajaani/Kuopio airport to Hotel Kalevala, check in. Settle into the cozy atmosphere of Hotel Kalevala and prepare for a week of
Arctic excitement.
Welcome drink & dinner at the restaurant.
29.12. HOLIDAY BEGINS
In the morning guidance on the program and additional features in Kuhmo.
Engage in fun snow games and friendly competitions: On these playful competitions you need co-operation skills, imagination and lots of joy.
After lunch 2 hours snowshoe tour along taiga forest and frozen lake.
After dinner end the day with an unforgettable evening under the stars,
enjoying a campfire snacks while hoping for a glimpse of the Northern Lights.
30.12. SLEIGH DRIVES AND CULTURE
In the morning taster experience – try husky, reindeer, and horse activities to sample Finnish traditions.
After lunch Possible visit in Kuhmo town: sightseeing, shopping, and having coffee. Delivery for an additional charge.
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. (extra price 79 €/person)
31.12. NEW YEARS EVE
Enjoy a thrilling 2 hours 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
Freely try out sleds and toboggans on the hill or kick sleds on the ice, enjoy winter wonderland.
Spend the day at leisure or join optional activities such as ice swimming, snowshoeing, rapid floating, husky trips or cross-country skiing.
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, rapid floating, husky trips 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/Kuopio airport
Prices:
| Room type | Package price/person | Extra night per person with full board |
| Standard double/twin room | 1639 € | 162 € |
| Single room | 1822 € | 192 € |
| Superior double room | 1822 € | 192 € |
| Suite (for 2) | 2035 € | 225 € |
Including:
- Return transfer from Kajaani/Kuopio airport
- 6 nights accommodation in chosen room type room with full board
- Special gala dinner on New Year’s Eve
- Daily evening sauna and use of indoor and outdoor jacuzzis, one time smoke sauna
- New Year’s programme: 2 hours snowmobile safari, husky, reindeer, and horse activities, 2 hours snowshoe tour, snow fun games
- 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.