16 days in Helsinki, Savonlinna & Rovaniemi 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.

Get in touch with nature at Nuuksio National Park and Korkeasaari Zoo. Do some cultural sightseeing at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Kansallisgalleria. Change things up with these side-trips from Helsinki: Ruotsinpyhtaa (Church of Ruotsinpyhtaa & Stromforsin ruukki). There's much more to do: relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, contemplate the long history of Urho Kekkonen Museum Tamminiemi, and wander the streets of Katajanokka.

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Singapore, Singapore to Helsinki is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or do a combination of flight and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Singapore to Helsinki is minus 6 hours. 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. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to travel to Rovaniemi.

The picturesque town of Savonlinna sits on two islands surrounded by shimmering lakes and lush greenery.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): contemplate the waterfront views at Siikalahti Wetland and then witness the site of a historic battle at Salpa Line. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the striking landscape at Kummakivi Boulder, get all the information you need at Riihisaari, stop by Taito Shop Savonlinna, then don't miss a visit to Pikkukirkko, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kerimaki Church.

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You can drive from Helsinki to Savonlinna in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In December, Savonlinna is slightly colder than Helsinki - with highs of -1°C and lows of -7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) so you can travel to Rovaniemi.

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

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Safaris and Ski Resort Ritavalkea. Step out of the city life by going to Pyha-Luosto National Park and Auttikongas. Venture out of the city with trips to Tornio Church (in Tornio) and Kemi Church (in Kemi). There's still lots to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy, explore the different monuments and memorials at German Soldier s Cemetery, get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, and admire all the interesting features of Lappi Areena.

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Do a combination of train and flight from Savonlinna to Rovaniemi in 9 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Savonlinna in December, expect Rovaniemi to be slightly colder, temps between -6°C and -13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.