12 days in Saariselka & Helsinki Itinerary

Outdoor pursuits--ranging from cross-country skiing and snowmobiling to reindeer safaris and chasing Northern Lights--draw the largest number of tourists to Saariselka.

Explore Saariselka's surroundings by going to Inari (Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church, Juutua Nature Trail, & more). Spend the 1st (Tue) exploring nature at Lemmenjoki National Park.

To find where to stay, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read Saariselka visit planner.

New Delhi, India to Saariselka is an approximately 19-hour flight. You'll gain 3 hours traveling from New Delhi to Saariselka due to the time zone difference. Traveling from New Delhi in September, expect Saariselka to be cooler, temps between 13°C and 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) 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.

Family-friendly places like Linnanmaki Amusement Park and Korkeasaari Zoo will thrill your kids. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Helsinki: Hiidenkirnut (in Askola), Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto (in Vantaa) and Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo). And it doesn't end there: brush up on your military savvy at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukion Church.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Helsinki trip itinerary maker site .

Traveling by flight from Saariselka to Helsinki takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Saariselka in October; daily highs in Helsinki reach 10°C and lows reach 1°C. On the 10th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.