Lapland Winter Trail Riding Holiday
A week of horses, winter landscapes and northern lights in Finnish Lapland.
Lapland Winter Trail Riding Holiday
6 nights
max 10 participants
professional photos
suitable for beginners and experience riders (split groups)
PACKAGE INCLUDES
- Package include
- 6 nights accommodation
- Half board meals (breakfast and dinner, drinks not included)
- Airport or railway station transfers from Rovaniemi
- Guided horseback riding experiences
- Horse-drawn sleigh ride
- Northern lights horseback ride
- Snowshoeing excursion
- Visit to Rovaniemi city center / Santa Claus Village with transfer
- Traditional Finnish sauna evening
- Small group experience
- Description
- Itinerary
- Meeting points
- Pick-up
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Lapland in winter is a world of silence, snow and northern light.
The forests are covered in deep snow, the air is crisp and clear, and the northern lights often appear above the horizon on dark winter nights.
The Lapland Winter Riding Holiday at Ranch Kuulas allows guests to experience this environment through horses and traditional northern activities.
During the week, participants ride Finnhorses, Finland’s native horse breed. Known for their calm temperament and strength, they are perfectly suited for riding in winter terrain.
The program includes several guided trail rides through the surrounding forests and hills. Guests also experience a traditional horse-drawn sleigh ride, a winter activity that has been part of northern life for generations.
One day is reserved for exploring the city of Rovaniemi, including the famous Santa Claus Village. This gives guests the opportunity to see another side of Lapland while still enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside ranch.
In the evenings, guests return to Ranch Kuulas to relax in the sauna, share meals prepared with local ingredients and enjoy the quiet rhythm of winter life.
The highlight for many visitors is the evening ride through the snowy forest while searching for the northern lights.
This holiday is designed to offer a complete winter experience in Lapland: horses, nature, culture and moments of deep calm.
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Day 1 – Arrival
Arrival transfer from Rovaniemi to Ranch Kuulas. Check-in and time to settle into the peaceful ranch surroundings.
Day 2 – Winter Trail Ride & Lapland Dinner
A guided 2-hour trail ride through the snowy landscape introduces you to the Finnhorses and the surrounding nature.
In the evening, enjoy a Lapland tasting menu featuring local flavors.
Day 3 – Sleigh Ride & Snowshoeing
The day begins with a traditional horse-drawn sleigh ride through the winter forest.
Later, explore the landscape on a snowshoe walk and experience the quiet beauty of Lapland’s nature.
Day 4 – Visit to Rovaniemi
A day reserved for exploring Rovaniemi city center or Santa Claus Village. Transfer to the city is included, giving you the chance to experience Lapland’s most famous attractions.
Day 5 – Horse Activity & Northern Lights Ride
Depending on the group and weather conditions, enjoy another horse-related activity during the day.
In the evening, a 2-hour northern lights ride offers the chance to experience the Arctic night on horseback.
Day 6 – Trail Ride & Sauna Evening
A final 2-hour horseback ride through the winter forest.
In the evening, relax in a traditional Finnish sauna.
Day 7 – Departure
Breakfast, check-out, and departure transfer to Rovaniemi.
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Our ranch is located Haukilammentie 189, 97530 Yli-Nampa, Rovaniemi, Lapland, Finland.
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Please note: Transportation begins 60 minutes before departure. For this experience, we offer transportation to the following locations: Apukka resort Halo resort Arctic City Hotel Arctic Light Hotel Hotelli Aakenus Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets Lapland Hotels Sky Ounasvaara Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Rovaniemi Rovaniemi Airport Rovaniemi city center Rovaniemi train station Santa Claus Holiday village Scandic Pohjanhovi Scandic Polar Scandic Rovaniemi City
What's included?
- Package include
- 6 nights accommodation
- Half board meals (breakfast and dinner, drinks not included)
- Airport or railway station transfers from Rovaniemi
- Guided horseback riding experiences
- Horse-drawn sleigh ride
- Northern lights horseback ride
- Snowshoeing excursion
- Visit to Rovaniemi city center / Santa Claus Village with transfer
- Traditional Finnish sauna evening
- Small group experience
Exclusions
- Drinks and alcoholic beverages
- Travel insurance
- Airport transfers / local transfers
- Extra trail rides or extra activities
Please note:
- Please note that because animal welfare our weight limit is 95kg / 210 lbs.
- This camp is designed for riders All levels.
- We have liability insurance, but all participants must have their own accident or travel insurance.
Add to your experience
- Extra night in farmhouse
- One person room
- Transfer from Rovaniemi
- Horseback archery lesson
- Trick riding lesson
- Photographic session with horses
- Romantic package
- Delicaty kit
What do I need to bring?
- We recommend bringing:
- • riding boots or sturdy shoes with a small heel
- • comfortable warm winter outdoor clothing
- • warm layers
- • gloves for riding
- • personal medication
- • travel insurance
- Helmet is provided if you can´t bring your own.
More Info
- Experience type: Multi day tour
- Booking in advance: Cut off at 4 days
- Duration: 3 days
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Know before you go: The minimum age of participants is 12. Under 18 years old need to travel with their parents.
The Holiday of Your Dreams Awaits
Join us at Ranch Kuulas for steady rides, quiet forests, and simple days shaped by the northern seasons.
Book your holiday at Ranch Kuulas
The Ranch & Our Way of Working
Ranch Kuulas is a working Finnish ranch just outside Rovaniemi.
We welcome guests year-round and share daily life with our Finnhorses.
About us
We are a small working ranch outside Rovaniemi, where we live and work with Finnhorses throughout the year. Our riding takes place on forest trails and open terrain shaped by the northern seasons, using Finland’s native horse breed known for its strength, steady temperament, and long history.
We guide our rides in small groups and match each horse carefully to the rider’s experience. Alongside riding, we prepare meals at Restaurant Loimu in a wood-fired oven and are opening farmhouse-style accommodation in summer 2026 for guests who want to stay longer in a quiet rural setting.
Responsibility
At Ranch Kuulas, responsibility is part of everyday life. We care for our horses, nature and surroundings with respect, following sustainable practices and traditional ways of working. Our goal is to create experiences that feel meaningful while preserving the environment for the future.
Our Horses
Our horses are at the heart of Ranch Kuulas. From Finnish Finnhorses to Arctic horses, each one is carefully trained and well cared for. Known for their calm temperament and strength, they make every riding experience safe, steady and deeply connected to nature.
Contact Us
Planning your visit or have a question? We’re here to help. Whether you’re interested in riding, accommodation or a full holiday experience, feel free to reach out and we’ll help you find the right option for your stay in Lapland.
Plan Your Visit to the Ranch
Join us at Ranch Kuulas for steady rides, quiet forests, and simple days shaped by the northern seasons.
Book your holiday at Ranch Kuulas