17 days in Finland Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): make a trip to Lordi's Square, then look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, then see Santa Claus Office, and finally make a trip to Santa Claus Village. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: find something for the whole family at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus, get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Rovaniemi Church.

Make your Rovaniemi itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.

Singapore, Singapore to Rovaniemi is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Singapore to Rovaniemi. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Singapore in December, with highs in Rovaniemi at -6°C and lows at -13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to 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 18th (Tue), make a trip to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage, then bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, then view the masterpieces at LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery, and finally take some stellar pictures from Huippupolku, Peak Trail in Levi. On your second day here, explore the landscape on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort.

To find more things to do, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Levi online trip itinerary maker.

Drive from Rovaniemi to Levi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. December in Levi sees daily highs of -6°C and lows of -15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to travel to Turku.

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

Start off your visit on the 20th (Thu): get lost in a book at Turku City Library, steep yourself in history at Turku Cathedral, stay fit while traveling at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, then get a new perspective on nature at Turku Biological Museum, and finally have some family-friendly fun at Moomin World. On the 21st (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: let little ones run wild at Adventure Park, then see the interesting displays at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, then get engrossed in the history at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, and finally explore the historical opulence of Turku Castle.

To see more things to do, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Turku trip builder site.

Fly from Levi to Turku in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Levi in December, expect Turku to be a bit warmer, temps between 1°C and -4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): take in panoramic vistas at Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower, kick back and relax at Rauhaniemi Beach, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, and finally view the masterpieces at Galleria Ronga. Keep things going the next day: find something for the whole family at Sarkanniemi Theme Park.

To see maps, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, use the Tampere trip planner.

Traveling by car from Turku to Tampere takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Tampere are 0°C, while nighttime lows are -6°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can travel to Mustasaari.

Korsholm is a municipality of Finland. Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): step off the mainland to explore Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site.

For maps, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read our Mustasaari road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Tampere to Mustasaari takes 4 hours. In December, plan for daily highs up to 0°C, and evening lows to -5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Savonlinna.

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

On the 25th (Tue), step into the grandiose world of Olavinlinna Castle, pause for some photo ops at Olavinlinnan Musta Passi, appreciate the history behind The Spirit of the fortress, pause for some serene contemplation at Pikkukirkko, then explore the historical opulence of Savonlinna Cathedral, and finally appreciate the history behind Savonlinna Herostatue - The Hero's Grave.

For traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Savonlinna journey planner.

Explore your travel options from Mustasaari to Savonlinna with the Route module. Expect a daytime high around -1°C in December, and nighttime lows around -7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can drive 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.

Pack the 28th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's lots more to do: expand your understanding of the military at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, and admire the masterpieces at Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma.

To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Helsinki trip planner.

You can drive from Savonlinna to Helsinki in 4 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Savonlinna in December, with highs in Helsinki at 3°C and lows at -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can travel back home.