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 Reindeer Farm Petri Mattus. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center and Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church. Spend the 4th (Tue) exploring nature at Lemmenjoki National Park.

For reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Inari online trip itinerary builder.

Getting from Muonio to Inari by car takes about 3.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 57°F in June, and nighttime lows around 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) to allow time to 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 Temppeliaukio Church. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Kansallisgalleria. When in Helsinki, make a side trip to see Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto in Vantaa, approximately Vantaa away. There's much more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, explore the world behind art at Design Museum, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

For traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Helsinki journey maker app.

Traveling by flight from Inari to Helsinki takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Inari in June, with highs in Helsinki at 65°F and lows at 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can travel back home.