12 days in Lapland Itinerary

On the 27th (Thu), don't miss a visit to Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Fri): look for gifts at Akaslompolo Sportshop, then fly down the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort, and then contemplate the long history of Keimioniemi Fishing Cabins.

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Phoenix, USA to Akaslompolo is an approximately 25-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 9 hours traveling from Phoenix to Akaslompolo. Traveling from Phoenix in December, expect Akaslompolo to be cooler, temps between 23°F and 9°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Levi.

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

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sat): glide through natural beauty at Levi Ski Resort. On the next day, don't miss a visit to Snow Village, explore and take pictures at Ice Karting Levi, then don't miss a visit to LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery, and finally get your game on at Kid's Land.

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Traveling by car from Akaslompolo to Levi takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Levi are 22°F, while nighttime lows are 8°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) early enough to travel to Saariselka.

Get out of town with these interesting Saariselka side-trips: Inari (The Sami Cultural Centre Sajos & Siida). On the 31st (Mon), spend an exhilarating day on the slopes at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort.

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Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Levi to Saariselka takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 21°F in December, and nighttime lows around 6°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Wed) so you can drive to Rovaniemi.

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

On the 3rd (Thu), don't miss a visit to Marttiinin Wanha Tehdas, see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, then see Santa Claus Office, and finally get in on the family fun at Santa Claus Village. On the 4th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for gifts at Your Piece Of Finland, then don't miss a visit to Lordi's Square, then take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, and finally find something for the whole family at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus.

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You can drive from Saariselka to Rovaniemi in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Rovaniemi can reach 16°F, while at night they dip to 6°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Sat) to allow time for travel back home.