With October nearly halfway over, the holiday season is fast upon us. Family travelers considering a Christmas-time getaway, it’s not too early to book as festive escapes are filling up quickly. Off the Map Travel has three curated, bespoke Nordic adventures that go beyond the traditional Lapland excursion to combine private experiences, Arctic wilderness, cultural encounters and festive magic.
Off the Map Travel boasts a plethora of offerings. Here are three of particular interest to families looking to travel for Christmas 2026:
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A Nordic Christmas Adventure from Oslo to Arctic Lapland
This eight-night journey from Oslo to Tromsø and Alta combines Christmas markets, an Oslofjord dinner cruise, Northern Lights excursions, dog sledding, snowmobiling and a Sámi reindeer experience, as well as an overnight stay at Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel.
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Luxury Lapland Family Adventures with Santa
This six-night journey through Finnish and Swedish Lapland features a stay at Arctic Treehouse Hotel, and visits to Santa Park, a private forest Toy Factory visit and personalized Santa experience, husky sledding, Northern Lights excursions, and a visit with a Sámi family.
Jänkä Winter Magic Family Adventure
With this offer, enjoy four nights at a secluded Finnish Lapland resort with reindeer and husky experiences, snow play, ice fishing, mini snowmobiles, a private Santa visit, and V.I.P. access to Santa Park, ending with an overnight sleeper train to Helsinki.
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Off the Map Travel can fully customize any itinerary so families can tailor the pace, accommodations and experiences to their interests and ages.
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