19 days in Inari & Helsinki Itinerary

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Start off your visit on the 21st (Wed): see the interesting displays at Siida, pause for some serene contemplation at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church, and then get outside with Lake Inari. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: experience rural life at Inari Reindeerfarm, get advice or help at The Sami Cultural Centre Sajos, and then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

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Helsinki to Inari is an approximately 4.5-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Helsinki in March; daily highs in Inari reach -1°C and lows reach -12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough 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.

Popular historic sites such as Fortress of Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali) are in your itinerary. Step out of the city life by going to Nuuksio National Park and Aurinkolahti Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helsinki: Kotka (Santalahti Nature Trail & Lehman), Valkmusa National Park (in Siltakyla) and Porvoo (Bosgard Organic Farm, Porvoo Old Town, & more). Pack the 1st (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. Spend the 3rd (Tue) exploring nature at Teijo national park. Next up on the itinerary: take in the spiritual surroundings of Rock Church, stroll through Hietaranta Beach, head off the coast to Pihlajasaari Recreational Park, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral.

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You can do a combination of shuttle and flight from Inari to Helsinki in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Inari in March: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around 3°C and lows are around -5°C. On the 8th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.