14 days in Lapland Itinerary
14 days in Lapland Itinerary
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14 days in Lapland Itinerary
Start: Makassar
Fly + Drive:
33h
1
Inari
— 2 nights
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Fly:
2h 30min
2
Levi
— 3 nights
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bus:
1h 15min
3
Akaslompolo
— 2 nights
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Drive:
2h 30min
4
Rovaniemi
— 4 nights
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Fly:
28h
End: Makassar
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2
nights
Inari
2
nights

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Get out of town with these interesting Inari side-trips: Saariselka (Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort & Angry Birds Activity Park).
To find more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Inari trip planner .
Makassar, Indonesia to Inari is an approximately 33-hour flight. Traveling from Makassar to Inari, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. In December, Inari is colder than Makassar - with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) so you can travel to Levi.
To find more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Inari trip planner .
Makassar, Indonesia to Inari is an approximately 33-hour flight. Traveling from Makassar to Inari, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. In December, Inari is colder than Makassar - with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) so you can travel to Levi.
Things to do in Inari
Side Trip
Saariselka
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Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center
2:00pm, Mon Dec 2

Angry Birds Activity Park
11:00am, Wed Dec 4

Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort
11:00am, Tue Dec 3
3
nights
Levi
3
nights

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Kid's Land and Levi Huskypark. Take a break from Levi with a short trip to Snow Village in Kittila, about 46 minutes away. On the 5th (Thu), ski the day away in the pristine settings at Levi Ski Resort. 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, relax in the rural setting at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm, and have some family-friendly fun at G2 Ice Karting Levi.
Use Inspirock's suggestions to plan your Levi trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.
You can do a combination of shuttle, flight, and bus from Inari to Levi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Levi can reach -6°C, while at night they dip to -15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to drive to Akaslompolo.
Things to do in Levi
Side Trips
Kittila, Levi Huskypark
Find places to stay Dec 4 — 7:
Highlights from your plan

Levi Ski Resort
10:00am, Thu Dec 5

Levi Huskypark
10:00am, Sat Dec 7

Icekarting Levi
12:00pm, Fri Dec 6
2
nights
Akaslompolo
2
nights

On the 8th (Sun), ski along the peaceful trails at Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park. On the next day, look for gifts at Akaslompolo Sportshop, fly down the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort, and then contemplate the long history of Keimioniemi Fishing Cabins.
To find photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Akaslompolo visit planner .
You can drive from Levi to Akaslompolo in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. December in Akaslompolo sees daily highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Rovaniemi.
To find photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Akaslompolo visit planner .
You can drive from Levi to Akaslompolo in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. December in Akaslompolo sees daily highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Rovaniemi.
Things to do in Akaslompolo
Side Trips
Muonio, Yllas Ski Resort
Find places to stay Dec 7 — 9:
Highlights from your plan

Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park
10:30am, Sun Dec 8

Yllas Ski Resort
11:30am, Mon Dec 9

Akaslompolo Sportshop
10:00am, Mon Dec 9
4
nights
Rovaniemi
4
nights

Official Hometown of Santa Claus
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 Pilke Science Centre will thrill your kids. Next up on the itinerary: get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, pause for some serene contemplation at Rovaniemi Church, experience the excitement of Feelapland, and enjoy some diversion at Snowman World Igloo Hotel.
For ratings, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Rovaniemi trip planning website .
Traveling by car from Akaslompolo to Rovaniemi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Rovaniemi are -6°C, while nighttime lows are -13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Fri) to allow time for travel back home.
Things to do in Rovaniemi
Find places to stay Dec 9 — 13:
Highlights from your plan

Arktikum
2:30pm, Thu Dec 12

SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus
1:00pm, Wed Dec 11

Pilke Science Centre
10:00am, Fri Dec 13
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