14 days in Finland 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.

Pack the 20th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Next up on the itinerary: learn about all things military at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, admire the masterpieces at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, make a trip to Senate Square, and contemplate the long history of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

For more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Helsinki road trip planner.

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. The time zone difference moving from Singapore Time to Eastern European Time is minus 6 hours. Plan for much colder temperatures traveling from Singapore in December, with highs in Helsinki at 3°C and lows at -3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to catch the train to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): kick back and relax at Suolijarvi Beach, see the interesting displays at Emil Aaltosen Museo, and then stroll through Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower. On your second day here, see the sky in a new way at Sarkanniemi Theme Park.

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Traveling by train from Helsinki to Tampere takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. In December, Tampere is slightly colder than Helsinki - with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can take a train to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Turku Cathedral, then kick back and relax at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, then get engrossed in the history at Turku Castle, and finally browse the collection at Turku City Library.

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You can take a train from Tampere to Turku in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and flight. In December, daily temperatures in Turku can reach 1°C, while at night they dip to -4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) 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.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Thu): make a trip to LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery, identify plant and animal life at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm, then admire all the interesting features of Ice Karting Levi, then make a trip to Snow Village, and finally don't miss a visit to Giewont Husky Adventures. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Fri): glide through natural beauty at Levi Ski Resort.

To see more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Levi trip planner.

Getting from Turku to Levi by combination of flight and bus takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train, flight, and bus; or drive. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Turku in December; daily highs in Levi reach -6°C and lows reach -15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) 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.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Sat): make a trip to Lordi's Square, then take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, then enjoy some diversion at Santa Claus Office, and finally get in on the family fun at Santa Claus Village. Here are some ideas for day two: enjoy some diversion at Snowman World Igloo Hotel and then get in on the family fun at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus.

For maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Rovaniemi road trip planning tool .

Getting from Levi to Rovaniemi by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Rovaniemi can reach -6°C, while at night they dip to -13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.