13 days in Helsinki, Levi & Rovaniemi 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.

Get outdoors at Bellevue Beach and Aurinkolahti Beach. Get a sense of the local culture at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Rock Church. When in Helsinki, make a side trip to see Fagervik Museum in Inkoo, approximately 1h 05 min away. There's lots more to do: browse the exhibits of Fortress of Suomenlinna, admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Hietaranta Beach.

For photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip website .

Singapore, Singapore to Helsinki is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or do a combination of flight and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Singapore to Helsinki. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Singapore in December, with highs in Helsinki at 3°C and lows at -3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can travel to Levi.

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

Museum-lovers will appreciate The Sarestoniemi Museum and Museum of Fine Arts Einari Junttila. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Akaslompolo Sportshop and Kid's Land. Venture out of the city with trips to Snow Village (in Kittila) and Keimioniemi Fishing Cabins (in Muonio). There's still lots to do: admire all the interesting features of Ice Karting Levi, don't miss a visit to LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery, and get engrossed in the history at Samiland.

To find photos, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read Levi route planning website .

You can do a combination of flight and bus from Helsinki to Levi in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Helsinki in December; daily highs in Levi reach -6°C and lows reach -15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Rovaniemi.

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

On the 16th (Sun), take in the views from Lumberjack's Candle Bridge, then find something for the whole family at SantaPark, and then see Santa Claus Office. On the 17th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Marttiinin Wanha Tehdas, see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, then stop by Lapland Forestry Museum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Rovaniemi Church, and finally stop by Kauppakeskus Sampokeskus.

To see photos, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Rovaniemi planner .

Drive from Levi to Rovaniemi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Rovaniemi are -6°C, while nighttime lows are -13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.