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.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Room Escape Games and Kansallisgalleria. Venture out of the city with trips to Holy Cross Church (in Parola), Heureka, the Finnish Science Centre (in Vantaa) and Haemeenlinna (Ahvenisto Activity Park & Birthplace of Jean Sibelius). There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Porvoo Old Town, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pyhtaa Church of Saint Henry, and take an in-depth tour of Museum of Worker Housing (Tyovaenasuntomuseo).

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Savannah, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of flight and ferry. Traveling from Savannah to Helsinki, you'll lose 7 hours due to the time zone difference. In January, Helsinki is much colder than Savannah - with highs of 26°F and lows of 17°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to travel to Rovaniemi.

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

Discover out-of-the-way places like Feelapland and LAURI. Next up on the itinerary: Head underground at Syvasenvaara Fell, fly down the slopes at Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy, don't miss a visit to Lordi's Square, and browse the collection at Rovaniemi City Library.

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Fly from Helsinki to Rovaniemi in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or drive. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Helsinki in January, with highs in Rovaniemi at 16°F and lows at 6°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Levi.

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

On the 28th (Mon), relax in the rural setting at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm, then look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, then get your game on at Kid's Land, and finally make a trip to Giewont Husky Adventures. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: relax in the rural setting at Ounaskievari Reindeer Farm, then examine the collection at The Sarestoniemi Museum, and then look for gifts at Akaslompolo Sportshop.

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You can drive from Rovaniemi to Levi in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Traveling from Rovaniemi in January, expect slightly colder with lows of -1°F in Levi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) early enough to travel to Saariselka.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Wed): have fun at Action Park, then pause for some serene contemplation at Saariselka S:t Paulus Chapel, and then stop by Hippupuoti Gift Shop.

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You can do a combination of bus and flight from Levi to Saariselka in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. January in Saariselka sees daily highs of 15°F and lows of 1°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Wed) so you can travel to Helsinki.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Thu): stop by Academic Bookstore (Akateeminen Kirjakauppa), then explore the world behind art at EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, then get curious at Heureka, the Finnish Science Centre, and finally admire all the interesting features of Hartwall Arena. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the striking features of The National Library of Finland, then take a stroll through Katajanokka, and then contemplate the long history of The Aalto House.

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You can do a combination of bus and flight from Saariselka to Helsinki in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or drive. Traveling from Saariselka in January, things will get a bit warmer in Helsinki: highs are around 26°F and lows about 17°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.