11 days in Rovaniemi, Levi & Helsinki Itinerary

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

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Santa Claus Village and Santa Claus Office. There's much more to do: get in on the family fun at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus, take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, Head underground at Syvasenvaara Fell, and look for gifts at LAURI Handicraft Shop & Atelier.

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Athens, Greece to Rovaniemi is an approximately 11-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and train. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Athens in December, with highs in Rovaniemi at -6°C and lows at -13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough 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.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sat): explore the landscape on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort, enjoy some diversion at Kids' Land, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm. Keep things going the next day: explore the striking landscape of Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park and then join the crowd at Icekarting Levi.

To find photos, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Levi trip planner.

Traveling by car from Rovaniemi to Levi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Rovaniemi in January, expect little chillier with lows of -21°C in Levi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Helsinki.

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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Senate Square. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Heureka (in Vantaa) and Ahvenisto (in Hameenlinna). There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), get a taste of the local shopping with Old Market Hall, and get in on the family fun at Linnanmaki Amusement Park.

To see photos and tourist information, go to the Helsinki trip itinerary planner.

You can fly from Levi to Helsinki in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Levi in January: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around -3°C and lows are around -9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.