10 days in Finland Itinerary

Finland's largest and most populated metropolis, the maritime town of Helsinki boasts varied architecture, a lively cafe culture, and plethora of picturesque natural delights.

Helsinki is known for historic sites, shopping, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the galleries of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, and admire the landmark architecture of Helsinki Central Railway Station.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read Helsinki trip planner.

Tel Aviv, Israel to Helsinki is an approximately 8-hour flight. In March, Helsinki is cooler than Tel Aviv - with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to travel to Inari.

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Start off your visit on the 25th (Thu): head outdoors with Lake Inari, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church, then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, and finally relax in the rural setting at Tuula's Reindeer. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 26th (Fri): trek along Juutua Nature Trail, then see the interesting displays at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center, and then wander the wide-open spaces of Reindeer Farm Petri Mattus.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, read Inari online vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from Helsinki to Inari takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Helsinki in March, expect Inari to be slightly colder, temps between -1°C and -12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to travel to Levi.

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Sat): grab your bike and head to Levi Ski Resort. Keep things going the next day: join the crowd at Icekarting Levi, look for gifts at Elan Ski Shop & Rental, then take an exotic tour of Lapland Safaris Levi, and finally fly down the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort.

For ratings, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Levi journey planner.

Getting from Inari to Levi by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In March, plan for daily highs up to 0°C, and evening lows to -10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Rovaniemi.

An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.

On the 29th (Mon), see the interesting displays at Santa's House of Snowmobiles, make a trip to Santa Claus Village, and then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour. On your second day here, look for gifts at LAURI Handicraft Shop & Atelier, take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, Head underground at Syvasenvaara Fell, then see Santa Claus Office, and finally stroll the grounds of German Soldier s Cemetery.

For more things to do, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read our Rovaniemi online journey maker.

Traveling by car from Levi to Rovaniemi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Rovaniemi are -1°C, while nighttime lows are -9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.