23 days in Finland Itinerary

Kittilä is a municipality of Finland and a popular holiday resort.It is located in northern Finland north of the Arctic Circle within the Lapland region. Start off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): grab your bike and head to Levi Ski Resort. On the 3rd (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: view the masterpieces at LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery and then make a trip to Taatsin seita.

For reviews, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Kittila tour planner.

New York City, USA to Kittila is an approximately 22-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 7 hours. When traveling from New York City in May, plan for slightly colder days in Kittila, with highs around 50°F, while nights are cooler with lows around 34°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Muonio.

Muonio is a municipality of Finland.The town is located in far northern Finland above the Arctic Circle on the country's western border, within the area of the former Lappi province. Keimioniemi Fishing Cabins and Enontekio Church will appeal to history buffs. Visiting Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park and Yllas Ski Resort will get you outdoors. When in Muonio, make a side trip to see Konijanka Petting Zoo in Akaslompolo, approximately Akaslompolo away. Next up on the itinerary: glide through natural beauty at Torassieppi Reindeer Farm & Cottages and examine the collection at Muonion Kotiseutumuseo.

To see maps, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Muonio online tour planner.

You can drive from Kittila to Muonio in an hour. Expect a daytime high around 46°F in May, and nighttime lows around 32°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Saariselka.

Outdoor pursuits--ranging from cross-country skiing and snowmobiling to reindeer safaris and chasing Northern Lights--draw the largest number of tourists to Saariselka.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church and Saint Tryphon Pechenga Orthodox Church. Escape the urban bustle at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort and Urho Kekkonen National Park. Go for a jaunt from Saariselka to Inari to see Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center about 1 hour away. Next up on the itinerary: pause for some serene contemplation at Saariselka S:t Paulus Chapel and see the interesting displays at Gold Prospector Museum.

To see ratings, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Saariselka vacation website.

Getting from Muonio to Saariselka by car takes about 4 hours. In May, daytime highs in Saariselka are 49°F, while nighttime lows are 34°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Sodankyla.

Sodankylä is a municipality of Finland. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Fri): look for all kinds of wild species at Kopara Reindeer Park, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Sodankyla, and then take in the exciting artwork at Museum - Gallery Alariesto. Keep things going the next day: explore the striking landscape of Pyha-Luosto National Park.

To find maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Sodankyla online trip builder.

Getting from Saariselka to Sodankyla by car takes about 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 51°F in May, and nighttime lows around 34°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can travel to Kemi.

Kemi is a town and municipality of Finland. Start off your visit on the 12th (Sun): pause for some serene contemplation at Tornio Church, visit Sampo Icebreaker, and then admire the striking features of Kemi Church.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Kemi online attractions planner.

You can drive from Sodankyla to Kemi in 3.5 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 52°F, and evening lows to 36°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can go by car to Rovaniemi.

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

Get some historical perspective at Maupertuis Memorial and Rovaniemen ortodoksinen kirkko. Arktikum and German Soldier s Cemetery are good opportunities to explore the local culture. The adventure continues: take an exotic tour of a safari tour, look for gifts at Your Piece Of Finland, don't miss a visit to Santa Claus Village, and enjoy some diversion at Santa Claus Office.

To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Rovaniemi trip builder app.

You can drive from Kemi to Rovaniemi in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Rovaniemi are 51°F, while nighttime lows are 37°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) 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.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Thu): admire the striking features of Temppeliaukio Church, get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, then explore the historical opulence of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the striking landscape of Nuuksio National Park.

For other places to visit, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read our Helsinki trip itinerary planning app.

Traveling by flight from Rovaniemi to Helsinki takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Rovaniemi in May; daily highs in Helsinki reach 60°F and lows reach 43°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) so you can travel to Koli National Park.

Although many Koli National Park tours revolve around the majestic natural landscape, there are still plenty of things to see and do for those pursuing culture and heritage.

On the 18th (Sat), trek along Kolinuuron kierros Nature Trail, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Ukko-Koli Hill, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Pielinen. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take a peaceful walk through Patvinsuon Kansallispuisto.

Inspirock's itinerary builder makes planning a Koli National Park trip simple and quick.

Explore your travel options from Helsinki to Koli National Park with the Route module. In May, daytime highs in Koli National Park are 57°F, while nighttime lows are 39°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) so you can travel to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 20th (Mon): take in the dramatic natural features at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site. On the next day, examine the collection at Pohjanmaan Museo - Osterbottens Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Mustasaaren kirkko, then steep yourself in history at Stromso, then snap pictures at Raippaluodon Silta, and finally examine the collection at Arctic Museum Nanoq.

For maps, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Vaasa road trip planning tool.

Getting from Koli National Park to Vaasa by car takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and flight. May in Vaasa sees daily highs of 56°F and lows of 39°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.