13 days in Lapland & Helsinki Itinerary

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

Family-friendly places like Santa Claus Village and SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus will thrill your kids. Next up on the itinerary: take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, head outdoors with TravelHouse, see where the action happens at Lappi Areena, and make a trip to Lordi's Square.

To see traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Rovaniemi trip planner.

Singapore, Singapore to Rovaniemi is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Singapore to Rovaniemi. In November, Rovaniemi is cooler than Singapore - with highs of -2°C and lows of -7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Fri): explore the striking landscape of Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, then bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll through Levi Ski Resort.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Levi road trip tool.

Getting from Rovaniemi to Levi by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Traveling from Rovaniemi in November, Levi is a bit cooler at night with lows of -11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) 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 Temppeliaukio Church and Helsinki Cathedral will thrill your kids. Pack the 3rd (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. The adventure continues: step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, enjoy the sand and surf at Aurinkolahti Beach, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo).

To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read Helsinki route planning site.

You can fly from Levi to Helsinki in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In December, Helsinki is somewhat warmer than Levi - with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can travel back home.