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Highlights
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Santa Claus Express to Lapland: Ride the overnight sleeper train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi — the official hometown of Santa Claus on the Arctic Circle.
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Share the Experience: Price is per person, based on 2 travelers sharing a room. Solo travel is in most cases available with a fee.
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Flights & 6 Hotel Nights: Round-trip airfare from 12 US cities to Helsinki with airline taxes and fuel surcharges, plus 2 nights in Helsinki, 3 in Rovaniemi, and 1 in Kemi.
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Getting Around Included: Return train between Rovaniemi and Kemi, plus a one-way internal flight from Rovaniemi back to Helsinki.
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Not Included: Checked baggage, seat selection, and optional tours and activities.
What You Get
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Round-Trip Flights to Helsinki
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6 Hotel Nights
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Santa Claus Express Sleeper Train
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Kemi Train & Internal Flight
How To Book
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Pick Your Trip Details
Select your Departure Airport, Travel Date, and Party Size (minimum 2 travelers). Pricing is displayed per person, based on double occupancy. Solo travel is available for an additional fee payable at the merchant site.
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Redeem Your Voucher
Submit the Online Redemption Form with your Groupon voucher code — or call toll-free 1-929-207-0129 (Mon–Sun, 9am–9pm ET) to redeem by phone.
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Confirm Your Trip Details
After you submit your form or call, the Tour Operator will contact you to confirm travel dates, departure city, and any add-ons before finalizing your booking. Phone enquiries are handled immediately, while form submissions receive a response within 48 hours.
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Receive Your Documents & Enjoy!
Travel documents are issued within 48 hours after the booking is confirmed — then it's time to pack and get ready for your trip!
Your Itinerary
Your Hotels
Hotel Arthur Helsinki or Haaga Central Park Hotel Helsinki or similar
Helsinki, Finland • 2 Nights (1 on arrival, 1 before departure) • 3-Star • Standard Double/Twin
Hotel Arthur sits near the city center, within walking distance of Helsinki Central Railway Station and Senate Square. Haaga Central Park Hotel is a quieter option in a green residential area, with a fitness center and swimming pool.
Santa Claus Express Overnight Train
Helsinki → Rovaniemi • 1 Night • Sleeping Compartment (shared shower & toilet)
Santa Claus Holiday Village or Nova Skyland Hotel Rovaniemi or similar
Rovaniemi, Finland • 3 Nights • 3-Star • Classic Cottage or Aurora Suite
Both are located in Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle. Santa Claus Holiday Village offers cozy private cottages close to Santa’s activities; Nova Skyland sits on the quieter side of the village, with private saunas in every room.
Scandic Kemi or Hotel Merihovi or similar
Kemi, Finland • 1 Night • 3-Star • Standard Double/Twin
Scandic Kemi is near the city center by the Gulf of Bothnia, with an indoor swimming pool and sauna. Hotel Merihovi is a traditional city-center hotel about 500 meters from the railway station.
Departure Airports
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✈️ Round-trip flights to Helsinki (HEL) from:
New York (NYC) • Boston • Los Angeles • Miami • Atlanta • San Francisco • Denver • Austin • Washington (IAD) • Dallas (DFW) • Orlando • Chicago
Airline taxes and fuel surcharges are included. Airline and flight times are determined at time of booking.
Optional Tours & Upgrades
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Helsinki: Evening Archipelago Cruise • Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Rovaniemi: Guaranteed Aurora Hunting (4–8h) • Aurora Hunting (3–6h) • Northern Lights for Families (3h) • Northern Lights Bus (4h) • 2km Husky Sleigh Ride • Reindeer Farm Visit • Short Reindeer Ride • Short Snowmobile Ride • Northern Lights & Snowmobile Driving • Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls • Ice Fishing Adventure
Optional tours are not included in the Groupon price. Pricing and availability are confirmed by the Tour Operator when you finalize your booking, and activities depend on season and weather conditions.
Know Before You Go
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Flights: Economy class. Routing depends on availability and may include stopovers unless specifically stated as direct.
Luggage: One carry-on and one personal item are included. Checked bags and specific seat selections are not included in the Groupon price and can be added for a fee when the Tour Operator contacts you to finalize your booking.
Overnight train: The Santa Claus Express sleeping compartment has a shared shower and toilet.
Travelers: Minimum of 2 travelers per booking. Solo travel pricing varies and is confirmed by the Tour Operator.
Age: Minimum age to travel and to check in is 18.
Activities: Time in each destination is at your own pace. Winter activities and local attractions depend on season, availability, and weather conditions.
Valid passport is required for all international travel. Check travel.state.gov for destination-specific validity requirements and current entry/exit information before your trip.
FAQs
Does buying the Groupon voucher mean my trip is booked?
No — once you complete checkout on Groupon, you'll need to redeem your voucher by submitting the Online Redemption Form with your Groupon voucher code — or calling toll-free 1-929-207-0129 (Mon–Sun, 9am–9pm ET).
What is the full cancellation policy?
Your voucher is fully refundable to your original payment method or as Groupon Bucks until you finalize your booking with the merchant, or within 3 days of purchase, whichever comes first. After 3 days and until your selected departure date, refunds for unredeemed vouchers are issued as Groupon Bucks. Once the departure date passes, vouchers are no longer eligible for a refund—however, amount paid never expires. Once your booking is confirmed, the merchant's cancellation policy applies. For full details on merchant's cancellation policy, visit this site.
What is the Santa Claus Express like?
It’s an overnight sleeper train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi, on the Arctic Circle. You travel in a sleeping compartment with a shared shower and toilet, and it counts as one of your 8 nights.
Which airports can I fly from?
Flights depart from New York (NYC), Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, Atlanta, San Francisco, Denver, Austin, Washington (IAD), Dallas (DFW), Orlando, and Chicago. To fly from an airport not listed, extend your trip, or travel on other dates, call 1-929-207-0129.
Can I travel solo or book optional tours?
Yes. Solo pricing varies and is quoted by the Tour Operator, and optional tours and upgrades can be added when your booking is finalized. Call 1-929-207-0129 with any questions before you redeem.
Fine Print
Each person must buy a voucher; price is based on two people traveling together and sharing a room
- All cancellations are subject to penalties; please refer to 'Weekender Breaks’ Terms & Conditions for more details: https://weekender-breaks.com/terms-conditions
- Reservation required, subject to availability
- No cancellations once booking has been made and confirmed
- Airfare nonrefundable after booking
- Must be 18+ to check in
- Credit card required at booking and check-in
- Baggage fees may apply and vary by carrier
- Airline subject to change/availability
- Airfare includes carrier and government taxes & fees
- Not all tours are handicapped accessible, please contact Weekender Breaks US at 1-929-207-0129 to confirm
- A passport is required for all travel outside the U.S
- Before international travel, always check the State Department’s website, http://travel.state.gov, for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements
- Additional fee to travel solo: Pricing will vary visit Weekender Breaks for pricing
- To redeem the voucher(s), please submit your redemption codes and names of the travelers via online form or call toll-free at 1-929-207-0129
- Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
- Learn about Strike-Through Pricing and Savings
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