12 days in Lapland Itinerary
12 days in Lapland Itinerary
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12 days in Lapland Itinerary
Start: New York City
Fly:
16h 15min
1
Rovaniemi
— 1 night
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Drive:
2h 30min
2
Salla
— 1 night
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Drive:
3h
3
Tankavaara
— 2 nights
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Drive:
1h 30min
4
Inari
— 2 nights
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Fly:
2h 30min
5
Levi
— 4 nights
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Drive + Fly + Drive:
20h 30min
End: New York City
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1
night
Rovaniemi
1
night

Official Hometown of Santa Claus
An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.On the 23rd (Sun), find something for the whole family at Santa Claus Village, see Santa Claus Office, then explore the different monuments and memorials at German Soldier s Cemetery, and finally take an in-depth tour of Arktikum. On your second day here, see the interesting displays at Santa's House of Snowmobiles, catch some excitement at Feelapland, then stop by LAURI, and finally take in the views from Lumberjack's Candle Bridge.
To find ratings and more tourist information, read our Rovaniemi tour itinerary maker website .
New York City, USA to Rovaniemi is an approximately 16.5-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also fly; or do a combination of bus, flight, and taxi. Traveling from New York City to Rovaniemi, you'll lose 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from New York City in December, with highs in Rovaniemi at 22°F and lows at 11°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to travel to Salla.
Things to do in Rovaniemi
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Arktikum
3:30pm, Sun Dec 23

Santa's House of Snowmobiles
10:00am, Mon Dec 24

German Soldier s Cemetery
2:00pm, Sun Dec 23
1
night
Salla
1
night

Salla is a municipality of Finland, located in Lapland. Kick off your visit on the 25th (Tue): tour the pleasant surroundings at Salla Ski Resort, then join in the after-dark buzz at Salla Museum of War & Reconstruction, and then contemplate the long history of Paikanselan Taistelualue.
Before you visit Salla, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
You can drive from Rovaniemi to Salla in 2 hours. In December in Salla, expect temperatures between 20°F during the day and 7°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can travel to Tankavaara.
Before you visit Salla, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
You can drive from Rovaniemi to Salla in 2 hours. In December in Salla, expect temperatures between 20°F during the day and 7°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can travel to Tankavaara.
Things to do in Salla
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Salla Ski Resort
10:00am, Tue Dec 25

Salla Museum of War & Reconstruction
2:30pm, Tue Dec 25

Paikanselan Taistelualue
4:30pm, Tue Dec 25
2
nights
Tankavaara
2
nights

Start off your visit on the 26th (Wed): fly down the slopes at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Thu): examine the collection at Gold Prospector Museum, have fun at Action Park, and then stop by Hippupuoti Gift Shop.
For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Tankavaara trip itinerary maker website .
Traveling by car from Salla to Tankavaara takes 3.5 hours. In December in Tankavaara, expect temperatures between 21°F during the day and 6°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can travel to Inari.
For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Tankavaara trip itinerary maker website .
Traveling by car from Salla to Tankavaara takes 3.5 hours. In December in Tankavaara, expect temperatures between 21°F during the day and 6°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can travel to Inari.
Things to do in Tankavaara
Side Trip
Saariselka
Find places to stay Dec 25 — 27:
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Gold Prospector Museum
10:00am, Thu Dec 27

Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort
10:30am, Wed Dec 26
2
nights
Inari
2
nights

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): get advice or help at The Sami Cultural Centre Sajos, see the interesting displays at Siida, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church. On your second day here, go for a walk through Otsamo Fell and then pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Tryphon Pechenga Orthodox Church.
To see ratings, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, read our Inari trip itinerary maker app .
Drive from Tankavaara to Inari in 1.5 hours. In December in Inari, expect temperatures between 21°F during the day and 6°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to travel to Levi.
To see ratings, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, read our Inari trip itinerary maker app .
Drive from Tankavaara to Inari in 1.5 hours. In December in Inari, expect temperatures between 21°F during the day and 6°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to travel to Levi.
Things to do in Inari
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Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center
1:00pm, Fri Dec 28

Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church
4:00pm, Fri Dec 28

The Sami Cultural Centre Sajos
10:00am, Fri Dec 28
4
nights
Levi
4
nights

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.Explore hidden gems such as Safaris and Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park. Take a break from the city and head to Levi Ski Resort and Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm. There's more to do: have some family-friendly fun at Kid's Land and don't miss a visit to LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery.
To see reviews, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Levi online sightseeing planner .
You can do a combination of shuttle, flight, and bus from Inari to Levi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Levi can reach 22°F, while at night they dip to 8°F. On the 2nd (Wed), you're off tohome.
Things to do in Levi
Side Trip
Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park
Find places to stay Dec 29 — Jan 2:
Highlights from your plan

Levi Ski Resort
10:00am, Mon Dec 31

Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park
10:30am, Sun Dec 30

LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery
2:30pm, Tue Jan 1
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