Elves’ Workshop — Christmas craft experience in Elves Village, Levi
Why this stands out
- Self-paced program: choose the 500 m route or the full 1 km adventure trail through the snow-covered forest
- Hands-on throughout: gingerbread baking, Christmas crafts, a word mystery and Santa’s walk-through home
- The talking tree audiovisual exhibition brings Lappish stories to life in soft, atmospheric light
- Guests can extend their visit with the restaurant, gelato factory and souvenir shop after the program
The program
The day starts at the Visitor Center, where the elves hand out the secret map of Tonttula. The map leads along the Elves’ Paths through the snow-covered forest to the Elves’ Hideaway. The shortest route is about 500 metres; the longer adventure trail is just over a kilometre. Guests choose their own pace.
At the Hideaway: the Gingerbread House (bake and decorate your own cookies), Elf School (handmade Christmas crafts), Seita Stone (solve the elves’ word mystery), the Hut of Knowledge (stories and traditions) and the toboggan hill.
Santa’s new home
The walk continues to Santa’s new home: office, kitchen, bedroom and wardrobe of travel costumes. A secret door leads to the History Room, where the evolution of toys comes alive. The final space is an audiovisual exhibition where a talking tree shares ancient stories and elvish legends.
Please note
This program does not include a meeting with Santa Claus or a visit to the reindeer fence. Both are available in the Santa’s Workshop program.
Responsibility waiver
Scandinavian Travel Group is not responsible for changes, disruptions or unavailability affecting Elves Village or any third-party venue. Tobogganing is at guests’ own risk. Children are always the responsibility of their accompanying adult. We reserve the right to make changes to program content or pricing.
What's included
- Entrance to Elves Village and Elves’ Hideaway
- Guided group program and elf-hosted activities throughout
- Gingerbread House — bake and decorate your own gingerbread cookies
- Elf School — make handmade Christmas crafts
- Seita Stone — solve the elves’ word mystery
- Hut of Knowledge — stories and elvish traditions
- Santa’s new home — explore his office, kitchen, wardrobe, History Room and audiovisual exhibition with the talking tree
- Toboggan hill
- Elf Certificate
- Time for photos throughout
Easter (Apr 3-6 only): Easter egg hunt included — chocolate eggs hidden by the Easter bunny in the elves’ secret spots.
Not included
- Meeting with Santa Claus (available in Santa’s Workshop program).
- Reindeer fence visit and reindeer feeding with lichen (available in Santa’s Workshop program).
- Souvenirs and café products.
- The Elves Village Storybook (available for purchase on site).
- Transportation from Levi (see Important Remarks).
- Warm winter clothing (available to rent from Safarimarket, Levi centre — €12 per person).
Important remarks
F.A.Q.
- Is the meeting with Santa Claus included?
No. This program visits Santa’s new home as a walk-through exhibition but does not include a personal meeting with Santa. See Santa’s Workshop if you want both.
- Is the reindeer fence included?
No. The reindeer fence and lichen feeding are not included in this program. They are included in Santa’s Workshop.
- How long is the walk?
The shortest path to the Elves’ Hideaway is approximately 500 metres. The longer adventure trail is just over 1 km. Both are on outdoor forest paths in winter conditions — appropriate winter footwear is essential.
- What are the Easter activities?
On Apr 3–6, the elves’ chickens have laid special eggs that turned into chocolate eggs. The Easter bunny hides them in the elves’ secret spots. Finding and collecting them is included in the program price on those dates.
- What is the transfer situation from Levi?
Transportation is not included. Elves Village is 8 km from Levi (approx. 10 minutes). Taxi: +358 (0)200 99800. Tonttula Express bus also available — see elvesvillage.fi/en/experiences/elves-express/
Private return transfer available at booking with our company:
Minivan (1-8 pers) €100
Sprinter (9-19 pers) €250
Coach (20–53 pers) €400
Important remarks:
Season: Nov – Apr. Easter activities Apr 3–6.
Registration: At the Visitor Center on arrival. Secret map of Tonttula handed out here.
Santa Claus meeting: Not included.
Reindeer fence: Not included.
Transportation: Not included. Elves Village is 8 km from Levi (approx. 10 minutes). Taxi: +358 (0)200 99800. Tonttula Express bus also available — see elvesvillage.fi/en/experiences/elves-express/
Private return transfer available at booking with our company:
Minivan (1-8 pers) €100
Sprinter (9-19 pers) €250
Coach (20–53 pers) €400
Tobogganing: At guests’ own risk. Children are always the responsibility of their accompanying adult.
Warm winter clothing: Not included. Available to rent from Safarimarket, Levi centre at €12 per person.
Responsible organiser: Hullu Poro Oy, +358 (16) 651 0100.
Recommendation
- Wear proper warm winter clothing and sturdy insulated boots.
- Program involves outdoor walking on forest paths.
- Clothing rental at Safarimarket in Levi centre at €12 per person.
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 365 days or less before the event