21 days in Helsinki, Rukatunturi & Enontekio 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 out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Espoo (Nuuksio National Park & Kaitalampi). Pack the 14th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. And it doesn't end there: step into the grandiose world of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and get a taste of the local shopping with Market Square Kauppatori.

For maps, photos, and more tourist information, read Helsinki trip planner.

Brussels, Belgium to Helsinki is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. Traveling from Brussels to Helsinki, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In June, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. On the 17th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Rukatunturi.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Rukatunturi: Korouoma Canyon (in Posio), Suomussalmi (Hossa National Park, The Silent People, &more) and Kuusamo (Karhunkierros & Julma Olkky).

For where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Rukatunturi trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Helsinki to Rukatunturi. Traveling from Helsinki in June, things will get slightly colder in Rukatunturi: highs are around 17°C and lows about 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to travel to Enontekio.

Venture out of the city with trips to Jarama WWII Fortification Camp (in Karesuvanto) and Kilpisjarvi (Tsahkal Falls & Saana).

To find reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Enontekio trip planning tool.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Rukatunturi to Enontekio. In June in Enontekio, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 6°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.