13 days in Lapland Itinerary

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

Step out of Levi with an excursion to Snow Village in Kittila--about 46 minutes away. On the 22nd (Sun), ski the day away in the pristine settings at Levi Ski Resort. And it doesn't end there: admire all the interesting features of Ice Karting Levi, don't miss a visit to Giewont Husky Adventures, fly down the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort, and get your game on at Kid's Land.

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Cape Town, South Africa to Levi is an approximately 25-hour flight. Traveling from Cape Town in December, things will get colder in Levi: highs are around -6°C and lows about -15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can travel to Saariselka.

Explore Saariselka's surroundings by going to Inari (Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church & Siida). On the 26th (Thu), spend an exhilarating day on the slopes at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort.

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You can fly from Levi to Saariselka in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. December in Saariselka sees daily highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) so you can drive to Kemi.

Kemi is a town and municipality of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 28th (Sat): take an in-depth tour of The Provincial Museum Of Tornio Valley and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kemi Church. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Tornio Church and then get in on the family fun at Duudsonit Activity Park - TornioHaparanda.

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Drive from Saariselka to Kemi in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Saariselka in December since evenings lows in Kemi dip to -11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to take a train to Rovaniemi.

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

Bring the kids along to Santa Claus Village and SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus. There's lots more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, don't miss a visit to Santa Claus Office, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Rovaniemi Church, and see the interesting displays at Santa's House of Snowmobiles.

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Take a train from Kemi to Rovaniemi in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or drive. In December in Rovaniemi, expect temperatures between -6°C during the day and -13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can travel back home.