16 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.

Step out of Helsinki with an excursion to Nuuksio National Park in Espoo--about 48 minutes away. There's lots more to do: browse the exhibits of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, admire the striking features of Helsinki Central Railway Station, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church.

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Singapore, Singapore to Helsinki is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Singapore Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time, which is usually a -6 hour difference. Prepare for much colder weather when traveling from Singapore in December: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around 3°C and lows are around -3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Get out of town with these interesting Turku side-trips: Louhisaari Manor (in Askainen), Forssa (Forssa Museum & Forssa Museum of Natural History) and Bonk Museum (in Uusikaupunki). Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle, steep yourself in history at Turku Cathedral, get in on the family fun at Vaski Adventure Island, and get engrossed in the history at Ett Hem Museum.

For maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Turku holiday maker.

Traveling by car from Helsinki to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In December, daytime highs in Turku are 1°C, while nighttime lows are -4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Levi: Muonio (Keimioniemi Fishing Cabins & Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park) and Kittila (Lapland Hotels SnowVillage & Taatsin seita). There's lots more to do: explore the landscape on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort, make a trip to Giewont Husky Adventures, join the crowd at Icekarting Levi, and have some family-friendly fun at G2 ICEKARTING.

For more things to do, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, use the Levi online tour planner.

Fly from Turku to Levi in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Turku in December, with highs in Levi at -6°C and lows at -15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (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.

Rovaniemi is known for wildlife, museums, and fun & games. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Santa Claus Village, get some fabulous bargains at Marttiini Store Old Factory, get in on the family fun at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus, and fly down the slopes at Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy.

To see more things to do, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Rovaniemi trip builder site.

Drive from Levi to Rovaniemi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to -6°C, and evening lows to -13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) early enough to travel back home.