26 days in Finland Itinerary

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

Head to Arctic Circle Mall and Kauppakeskus Sampokeskusfor some retail therapy. You'll explore and learn at Arktikum and Santa's House of Snowmobiles. There's lots more to do: get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, see Santa Claus Office, look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, and hit the slopes at Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy.

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Varese, Italy to Rovaniemi is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Traveling from Varese to Rovaniemi, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Varese in March, expect Rovaniemi to be cooler, temps between -1°C and -9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to drive to Levi.

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Levi Foxfires as well as Tundra Huskies Husky Safaris. Get some cultural insight at LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery and Ounasjoki - River for activities. Explore hidden gems such as Safaris and Snow Village. It doesn't end there: stop by Elan Ski Shop & Rental.

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Traveling by car from Rovaniemi to Levi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March in Levi, expect temperatures between 0°C during the day and -10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Saariselka.

Get outdoors at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort and Nature & Wildlife Tours. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center and Lemmenjoki National Park.

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Traveling by flight from Levi to Saariselka takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. March in Saariselka sees daily highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Oulu.

Oulu is a city and municipality of inhabitants in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Wed): kick back and relax at Nallikari Beach, then examine the collection at Turkansaaren Ulkomuseo, and then browse the eclectic array of goods at Kauppahalli. Here are some ideas for day two: examine the collection at Kierikki Stone Age Centre, then see the interesting displays at Pohjois-Pohjanmaan museo, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Hupisaaret Park.

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You can drive from Saariselka to Oulu in 6 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Saariselka in March, expect a bit warmer with lows of -8°C in Oulu. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Tampere.

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

Take a break from the city and head to Hatanpaa Arboretum and Rauhaniemi Beach. Head to Laukko Manor and Haihara Art Centrefor some retail therapy. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Vapriikin Museokeskus, stroll through Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tampere Cathedral, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pyhan Birgitan kirkko.

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Traveling by combination of flight and train from Oulu to Tampere takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. March in Tampere sees daily highs of 3°C and lows of -7°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can catcht the bus to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. On the 23rd (Mon), kick back and relax at Yyteri Beach, stroll through Herrainpaivat Beach, then get engrossed in the history at Rakennuskulttuuritalo Toivo Ja Korsmanin Talo, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Central Pori Church (Keski-Porin kirkko).

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Traveling by car from Tampere to Pori takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 3°C in March, and nighttime lows around -5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Turku.

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

Do some cultural sightseeing at Turku Castle and Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova. You'll explore and learn at Forum Marinum Maritime Centre and Galleria Joella. There's lots more to do: buy something for everyone on your list at Turun Kauppahalli, take an in-depth tour of Ett Hem Museum, take a stroll through Naantali Old Town, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Turku Cathedral.

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Traveling by car from Pori to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March in Turku, expect temperatures between 3°C during the day and -5°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) to allow enough time to 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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Hakaniemi Market. Your inner history buff will appreciate Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Mannerheim Museum, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Rock Church.

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Getting from Turku to Helsinki by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 3°C in March, and nighttime lows around -5°C. You'll set off for home on the 30th (Mon).

Espoo is the second largest city and municipality in Finland. Your day-by-day itinerary now includes Espoo Cathedral as well as Nuuksio National Park. On the 31st (Tue), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Nuuksio National Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Espoo Cathedral, then admire the masterpieces at Gallen-Kallela Museum, and then identify plant and animal life at Laajalahti Nature Reserve.

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Espoo is just a stone's throw from Helsinki. In March in Espoo, expect temperatures between 3°C during the day and -5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.