15 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.

Helsinki is known for historic sites, shopping, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence, browse the eclectic array of goods at Old Market Hall, and pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral.

To see where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read our Helsinki itinerary planner.

London, UK to Helsinki is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from London to Helsinki. In March, Helsinki is slightly colder than London - with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Koli National Park.

Although many Koli National Park tours revolve around the majestic natural landscape, there are still plenty of things to see and do for those pursuing culture and heritage.

Koli National Park is known for trails, nature, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: stroll through Ukko-Koli, don't miss a visit to Paateri, head outdoors with Neitikoski Rapids, and trek along Paha-Koli Hill.

To see photos, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read our Koli National Park online trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Helsinki to Koli National Park. In March, daytime highs in Koli National Park are 0°C, while nighttime lows are -8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can travel to Inari.

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Inari: Saariselka (Shamaan Design - Lappi Shop & Ruijanpolku Trail). There's lots more to do: get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, hike along Juutua Nature Trail, get outside with Lake Inari, and examine the collection at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center.

To find maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Inari trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Koli National Park to Inari. Traveling from Koli National Park in March, expect a bit cooler with lows of -12°C in Inari. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) to allow enough time to 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Levi side-trips: Lapland Hotels SnowVillage (in Kittila) and Keimioniemi Fishing Cabins (in Muonio). Spend the 16th (Tue) on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort. Next up on the itinerary: join the crowd at Icekarting Levi, fly down the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort, look for all kinds of wild species at Lapland Safaris Levi, and don't miss a visit to Giewont Husky Adventures.

To see photos, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Levi travel route planner.

You can fly from Inari to Levi in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Levi are 0°C, while nighttime lows are -10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can go by car to Rovaniemi.

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

Rovaniemi is known for wildlife, museums, and fun & games. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Santa Claus Village, explore the fascinating underground world of Syvasenvaara Fell, take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, and look for gifts at LAURI Handicraft Shop & Atelier.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Rovaniemi vacation planning website.

Drive from Levi to Rovaniemi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around -1°C in March, and nighttime lows around -9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to travel back home.