18 days in Finland Itinerary
18 days in Finland Itinerary
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18 days in Finland Itinerary
Start: Boston
Fly:
12h 15min
1
Helsinki
— 1 night
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Fly + Drive:
4h
2
Koli National Park
— 2 nights
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Drive:
5h
3
Kuusamo
— 2 nights
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Drive:
4h 45min
4
Saariselka
— 2 nights
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Fly:
3h
5
Levi
— 3 nights
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bus:
1h 15min
6
Akaslompolo
— 2 nights
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Drive:
2h 30min
7
Rovaniemi
— 3 nights
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Fly:
16h
End: Boston
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1
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Helsinki
1
night

Daughter of the Baltic
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.Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): explore the striking landscape of Nuuksio National Park. On the 4th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: cruise along King's Road, then learn about all things military at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, and then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.
For photos, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Helsinki online attractions planner .
Boston, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 12.5-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also do a combination of bus, flight, and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Boston to Helsinki is 7 hours. In January, Helsinki is little chillier than Boston - with highs of 26°F and lows of 17°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Koli National Park.
Things to do in Helsinki
Side Trips
King's Road, Nuuksio National Park
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Sea Fortress Suomenlinna
2:30pm, Sat Jan 4

Nuuksio National Park
10:30am, Fri Jan 3

King's Road
10:00am, Sat Jan 4
2
nights
Koli National Park
2
nights

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sun): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Patvinsuon Kansallispuisto. On the next day, fly down the slopes at Ukko-Koli, then see the interesting displays at Pielisen Museum, then make a trip to Paateri, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Rasavaara Observation tower.
To see ratings, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Koli National Park trip itinerary site .
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Helsinki to Koli National Park. Traveling from Helsinki in January, things will get little chillier in Koli National Park: highs are around 18°F and lows about 9°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can travel to Kuusamo.
To see ratings, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Koli National Park trip itinerary site .
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Helsinki to Koli National Park. Traveling from Helsinki in January, things will get little chillier in Koli National Park: highs are around 18°F and lows about 9°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can travel to Kuusamo.
Things to do in Koli National Park
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Patvinsuon Kansallispuisto
10:30am, Sun Jan 5

Ukko-Koli
10:00am, Mon Jan 6

Paateri
3:30pm, Mon Jan 6
2
nights
Kuusamo
2
nights

Kuusamo is a town and municipality in Finland. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): tour the pleasant surroundings at Ruka and then find something for the whole family at Angry Birds Activity Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Wed): relax in the rural setting at Palosaari Reindeer and Fishing Farm, explore the stunning scenery at Julma Olkky, then admire the masterpieces at Hannu Hautala Nature Photography Centre, and finally look for gifts at Shopping Center Kumpare.
For photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Kuusamo sightseeing planner .
You can drive from Koli National Park to Kuusamo in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. Traveling from Koli National Park in January, expect slightly colder with lows of 2°F in Kuusamo. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can go by car to Saariselka.
For photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Kuusamo sightseeing planner .
You can drive from Koli National Park to Kuusamo in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. Traveling from Koli National Park in January, expect slightly colder with lows of 2°F in Kuusamo. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can go by car to Saariselka.
Things to do in Kuusamo
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Ruka
10:00am, Tue Jan 7

Julma Olkky
1:00pm, Wed Jan 8

Angry Birds Activity Park
2:30pm, Tue Jan 7
2
nights
Saariselka
2
nights

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): fly down the slopes at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort. On the 10th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Urho Kekkonen National Park, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saariselka S:t Paulus Chapel, then stop by Hippupuoti Gift Shop, and finally have fun at Action Park.
For traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Saariselka holiday planner.
You can drive from Kuusamo to Saariselka in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Saariselka are 15°F, while nighttime lows are 1°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to travel to Levi.
For traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Saariselka holiday planner.
You can drive from Kuusamo to Saariselka in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Saariselka are 15°F, while nighttime lows are 1°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to travel to Levi.
Things to do in Saariselka
Side Trip
Saariselka S:t Paulus Chapel
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Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort
10:00am, Thu Jan 9

Urho Kekkonen National Park
11:00am, Fri Jan 10
3
nights
Levi
3
nights

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.Get in touch with nature at Levi Ski Resort and Safaris. Discover out-of-the-way places like Ice Karting Levi and LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery. There's still lots to do: gain insight at Kid's Land, experience rural life at Ounaskievari Reindeer Farm, take an in-depth tour of Samiland, and identify plant and animal life at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm.
For maps, ratings, and tourist information, read our Levi online holiday planner .
Getting from Saariselka to Levi by combination of bus and flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. January in Levi sees daily highs of 15°F and lows of -1°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Akaslompolo.
Things to do in Levi
Side Trips
Ounaskievari Reindeer Farm, Giewont Husky Adventures
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Levi Ski Resort
10:00am, Sat Jan 11

Icekarting Levi
2:30pm, Sun Jan 12

LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery
10:00am, Mon Jan 13
2
nights
Akaslompolo
2
nights

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Tue): ski along the peaceful trails at Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park. Keep things going the next day: head outdoors with Scandinavian Adventures and then hit the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort.
Take the guesswork out of planning a Akaslompolo vacation by using our trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by car from Levi to Akaslompolo takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January in Akaslompolo, expect temperatures between 14°F during the day and -2°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Rovaniemi.
Take the guesswork out of planning a Akaslompolo vacation by using our trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by car from Levi to Akaslompolo takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January in Akaslompolo, expect temperatures between 14°F during the day and -2°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Rovaniemi.
Things to do in Akaslompolo
Side Trips
Yllas Ski Resort, Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park
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Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park
10:30am, Tue Jan 14

Yllas Ski Resort
2:00pm, Wed Jan 15

Scandinavian Adventures
11:00am, Wed Jan 15
3
nights
Rovaniemi
3
nights
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Official Hometown of Santa Claus
An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.Discover out-of-the-way places like Safaris and LAURI. Take a break from the city and head to Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy and Syvasenvaara Fell. Next up on the itinerary: get in on the family fun at Santa Claus Village, don't miss a visit to Lordi's Square, browse the collection at Rovaniemi City Library, and have fun at Santa Claus Office.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Rovaniemi trip planner.
Getting from Akaslompolo to Rovaniemi by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Traveling from Akaslompolo in January, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 6°F in Rovaniemi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can travel back home.
Things to do in Rovaniemi
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Safaris
11:00am, Thu Jan 16

Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy
10:30am, Fri Jan 17

Santa Claus Village
3:30pm, Thu Jan 16
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