14 days in Lapland Itinerary

Kemi is a town and municipality of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): admire the masterpieces at Kemin Jalokivigalleria (Kemi Gemstone Gallery), take in the spiritual surroundings of Kemi Church, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Tornio Church.

For more things to do, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Kemi route planner.

Helsinki to Kemi is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Helsinki in January, with highs in Kemi at °C and lows at °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Rovaniemi.

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

Head to LAURI Handicraft Shop & Atelier and Arctic Circle Mallfor some retail therapy. The adventure continues: make a trip to Santa Claus Village, identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Rovaniemi Church.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Rovaniemi online route planner.

Traveling by car from Kemi to Rovaniemi takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) so you can drive to Akaslompolo.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sun): look for gifts at Akaslompolo Sportshop, fly down the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort, and then make a trip to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Mon): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park.

For where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Akaslompolo trip planning website.

You can drive from Rovaniemi to Akaslompolo in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Rovaniemi in January since evenings lows in Akaslompolo dip to °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can 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.

Do your shopping at LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery and Elan Ski Shop & Rental. Spend the 29th (Tue) on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort. There's still lots to do: bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, take some stellar pictures from Huippupolku, Peak Trail in Levi, fly down the slopes at Kids' Land, and look for all kinds of wild species at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm.

Quickly create a custom-made itinerary for Levi using our trip planner.

Traveling by car from Akaslompolo to Levi takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to °C, and evening lows to °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) early enough to travel to Sodankyla.

Sodankylä is a municipality of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 1st (Fri): take in the awesome beauty at Luosto, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of Sodankyla, and then take in the exciting artwork at Museum - Gallery Alariesto.

To see traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Sodankyla vacation planner.

You can drive from Levi to Sodankyla in 2 hours. In January, daily temperatures in Sodankyla can reach °C, while at night they dip to °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) to allow time to travel to Saariselka.

Outdoor pursuits--ranging from cross-country skiing and snowmobiling to reindeer safaris and chasing Northern Lights--draw the largest number of tourists to Saariselka.

Explore Saariselka's surroundings by going to Inari (The Sami Cultural Centre Sajos & Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center). categoryPhrases.sentence.On_the_day_spend_an_exhilarating_day_on_the_slopes_at. The adventure continues: get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, fly down the slopes at Urho Kekkonen National Park, stop by Hippupuoti Gift Shop, and get in on the family fun at Angry Birds Activity Park.

To see reviews, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Saariselka driving holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Sodankyla to Saariselka takes 2 hours. February in Saariselka sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.