15 days in Lapland & Helsinki Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sun): look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas and then admire the sheer force of Auttikongas. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Mon): identify plant and animal life at Arctic Emotions Oy and then look for all kinds of wild species at Napapiirin Porofarmi.

To see photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Rovaniemi online trip builder.

Atlanta, USA to Rovaniemi is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Atlanta to Rovaniemi due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Atlanta in May, expect Rovaniemi to be cooler, temps between 51°F and 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Mon) early enough to drive to Luosto.

Nestled among vast forests and fells, Luosto represents a small idyllic resort village set on the edge of Pyha-Luosto National Park.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Tue): pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Sodankyla and then look for all kinds of wild species at Kopara Reindeer Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Wed): explore the striking landscape of Pyha-Luosto National Park.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Luosto trip builder app.

You can drive from Rovaniemi to Luosto in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 51°F in May, and nighttime lows around 34°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) so you can go by car to Levi.

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

On the 30th (Thu), explore the landscape on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: experience rural life at Ounaskievari Reindeer Farm, take a stroll through Ounasjoki - River for activities, and then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

To see more things to do, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Levi attractions planning site.

Getting from Luosto to Levi by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In May in Levi, expect temperatures between 50°F during the day and 34°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Fri) so you can drive to Muonio.

Muonio is a municipality of Finland.The town is located in far northern Finland above the Arctic Circle on the country's western border, within the area of the former Lappi province. Start off your visit on the 1st (Sat): explore the striking landscape of Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park and then glide through natural beauty at Torassieppi Reindeer Farm & Cottages. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Pakasaivo and then head outdoors with Seven Fells Up.

For where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Muonio trip planner.

You can drive from Levi to Muonio in an hour. In May, daytime highs in Muonio are 46°F, while nighttime lows are 32°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to travel to Inari.

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort and Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church. Spend the 4th (Tue) exploring nature at Lemmenjoki National Park. It doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center and wander the wide-open spaces of Reindeer Farm Petri Mattus.

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Inari travel website.

You can drive from Muonio to Inari in 3.5 hours. In June, plan for daily highs up to 57°F, and evening lows to 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can travel to Helsinki.

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.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto and Kansallisgalleria. There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), explore the world behind art at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, and examine the collection at Design Museum.

To see reviews, maps, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Inari to Helsinki takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Inari in June, things will get somewhat warmer in Helsinki: highs are around 65°F and lows about 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.