First Choice, Lapland Day Trips

first choice /thompson flight. crew absolutely brill. snowed all day in kittila and levi. the service at kittila and levi was also superb. really really well organised. bit of a tip, try and get out of airport to clothes change asap as otherwise, as mentioned in other reviews it get a bit crowded. 30 min bus ride to resort, picturesque and stunning. resort itself is small and compact so not much walking needed. ice hotel out of this world. all attractions good, food good, but take snacks as limited choice. my daughter loved it all, from huskies to santa. my only small gripe is that after being taken on sleighs pulled by snowmobiles to santa s log cabin through the snowy scenery, being offered hot berry juice by really helpful and friendly staff, you get to a bare log cabin, with santa sat in the window next to a tree. it just lacked something more magical in my mind, as i said my 7yr old loved it. it is a long day, i did nt realise how tired i would be at the end. we were delayed 45 mins coming home to allow for the plane to be de-iced! crew kept kids entertained on both outward and inward flights. would not do a day trip again but would definately consider a 3 day trip. well done first choice

Took my 8 year old son for his birthday. The trip was perfect from start to finish and well organised we will have very happy memories of Lapland forever.All staff were friendly and the air stewards made my son feel so special. I was concerned that there wouldn't be enough snow As there hadn't been much snowfall but there was enough.my son loved all the activities especially the husky ride in the moonlight and of course meeting Santa who was lovely and it was a wonderful snowmobile ride to his log cabin. 5 hours was plenty of time to do everything.I will definitely be going again when my youngest sons older.The food in the restaurant was ok for me but my son didnt like it but he is fussy so I wish I'd taken some snacks.

I read these reviews below when i booked and I was filled with dread, however I am glad to report our visit was amazing!Once on the plane the children were constantly entertained.Our day trip to Lapland was all organised for us and there elves to ask everywhere and direct us. When we got there we were offered snow suits,boots and socks, hats and gloves.If you intend as an adult go on snow mobiles yourselves take your driving licences.Once changed at the airport we went on a 1/2 an hour ride by by coach.Put your thermals on before you travel as there is nowhere to strip off.Its so organised you have plenty of time in the day trip. No waiting a long time, you don't even need to take many euros.It truly was magical from beginning to end. My 7 year old was in awe of it all.On the way home we saw the northern lights.I would go again if I could. My photos are amazing and I used a normal digital camera kept in an inside pocket.Book with confidence! Thanks to first choice for a holiday of a lifetime never to forget!!

My only critism is that there were only 3 ladies toilets on site, so long queues as everyone had snow suits to take down!

we were delayed going to lapland but i was over the moon that despite the weather we still managed to get our flight and go. i took my five year old niece and from the moment we stepped on board the flight the mood was lightened and the children were entertained. We arrived and the magic began we were busy all day seeing santa, elf school, decorating biscuits. The reindeer and husky rides were amazing. My niece had an excellent time despite the delays your trip will be what you make it. Everyone was welcoming and friendly and could not do enough for us the only downside was moaning adults who ruined it for themselves. When we went to the outdoor area we were told it was shutting but when i explained we had not been outside the lady radioed through and we were told we could go. Some people refused even though they were accomodating us. We had a wonderful time and i would like to thank first choice for a great day!

We flew out and back 11.12.10 me my husband and 5 year old daughter to the first choice search for santa day trip cost £1000 we all had a great day however you spend just mins with father christmas and that was the bit our daughter kept asking about he does look good compared to the normal ones more traditional the clothes provided were of really good quality and on the plane they give the children a gift bag which is nice we took 200 euros with us and only spent 75 mainly in the last 15 mins in the gift bit, so you dont really need to take much money which is not the impression we got when we read reviews all in all good quite expensive however a great experience i imagine the santa grotto day trip is more festive with elfs dressed up as you dont get that really on this one just finnish people in unusual clothes this one is more a wilderness day out you only actually spend 3hrs in the snow village the rest of the time is travelling long day

just returned from daytrip to lapland with first choice. There were 4 generations of us!!

Fab day, well organised, follow the elves advice on where to go first and there was very little queing,

Clothing supplied, clean and adequate

Buffet lunch nice and portions plentyful

The "MAN" himself was excellent, took all the letters my grandsons classmates had wrote and he spoke for few mins about them.

Grandson didn't want to leave.

didn't cost us anymore than what we had paid except for gifts and photo

Wish we hadn't listened to local photographers advice on taking disposable camera as pics very poor.

Travelled with our children 7 and 11 who both thought the day was fantastic. First choice staff were excellent, friendly and helpful. The whole place is magical especially when you venture outside. We were able to do pretty much all the activities within our time but we had no delays. I can imagine how even short delay could spoil the experience. The elfs at Santa park were great, very friendly and extremely helpful. We found Santa to be friendly enough, the kids thought he was great which is the main thing. The Aiport was busy with limited seating which was hard with two tired children but we managed for the hour we waited for the flight back. I would recommend the trip but also advise looking into stop over options to give you more time to enjoy the experience.

Just back from a magical day in Lapland.travelled in a party of 3 adults and a child of 6 and all had a wonderfull time.Flight out good with great fun had by all sing alongs and spotting Santa outside and take off was the best ever all "helping "the reindeer on the way.clothing provided was excellent and staff were so helpfull,yes half hour trip to the snow village but the scenery is so good who cares.we did all the activities and never had to que,lunch was a buffet and excellent as much as you could eat and plenty of hot drinks.Our visit to Santa was fine hot juice and bicys then a nice meeting with the main man who was not overpowering and allowed us to take as many photos as we wanted,nice change not to have a professional photo taken and then be charged for it!All the staff were kind and friendly .the trip home was good ,the airport was organised chaos so delayed us a bit,but the film and meal on flight were great(best in flight meal i've ever had)and we all returned home tired and happy.my advice dont take children under 6 as it is VERY cold and go out to enjoy !!

Where to begin!!,despite numerous phone calls to First Choice,(as it was touch and go as to getting to the airport due to the bad weather)i am still waiting on someone calling me back!.

Trip was delayed,but as it was out of our control this couldn't be helped.On arrival it was survival of the fittest,and join the scrum to get your ski suit (which you really need as it is very cold),then hearded on to a bus for another 30 minute journey deep into the forest.We were supposed to get lunch,but as we were running late this didn't materialise,so we weren't fed until 5 in the evening,bear in mind all we had to eat was the food on the plane(which took off at 7.10AM!),there is nothing to buy food wise on site that we were aware of.

Everything from then on in was rushed,and whilst magical,i couldn't help wondering what it would have been like if we had more time to enjoy it all.

The staff on site were very friendly and helpful,but the biggest let down was Santa!,we had to literally extract a conversation from him,and it was somewhat impersonal.We were advised that adults were also to receive a small gift(still waiting)and the gift received by the children,an elf which was emblazoned with free advertising for First Choice!!.

This could be so much better if time was taken to at least find out the childs name,and this relayed to Santa to make it a wee bit more personal and believeable.Sleigh rides and Husky rides were good,snowmobile was excellent(make sure you have your license),but overall it lacked a certain spark,that would have made it all click into place.it is a lot to cram into one day,if you can stay overnight

Don't know where to start!!! Booked day trip with First Choice, party of 7 with three kids. Flight was delayed for 3 hours on a 12 hour day trip, very reluctant to go but advised would not be allowed to re-book or claim a refund. Got there a whole "magical - once in a lifetime" experience was ruined. Rushed around to miss majority of the main attractions & Santa was the most miserable man we have met...even so a 3 year old commented!!! DO NOT book with First Choice is my only advise