6 days in Lapland Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Mon): stop by Hippupuoti Gift Shop and then fly down the slopes at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort.

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Aberdeen, UK to Saariselka is an approximately 16-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Aberdeen to Saariselka. Traveling from Aberdeen in December, expect Saariselka to be much colder, temps between -7°C and -17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Levi.

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

On the 21st (Tue), gear up at Levi Ski Resort. Keep things going the next day: stroll through Kids' Land, look for gifts at Elan Ski Shop & Rental, bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, then don't miss a visit to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage, and finally fly down the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort.

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Getting from Saariselka to Levi by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Levi can reach -6°C, while at night they dip to -15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Rovaniemi.

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

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): pause for some serene contemplation at Rovaniemi Church, don't miss a visit to Lordi's Square, see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Ounasvaaran Hiihtokeskus Oy, then see Santa Claus Office, and finally make a trip to Santa Claus Village. On the next day, engage your brain at Pilke Science Centre, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, and then get engrossed in the history at Arktikum.

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Drive from Levi to Rovaniemi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to -6°C, and evening lows to -13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.