7 days in Inari & Rovaniemi Itinerary

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Explore Inari's surroundings by going to Saariselka (Hippupuoti Gift Shop & Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort). There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center, experience rural life at Tuula's Reindeer, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church, and surround yourself with nature on Angeli Reindeer Farm.

For other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Inari trip planner.

Rome, Italy to Inari is an approximately 16-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Rome to Inari is 1 hour. Traveling from Rome in December, things will get colder in Inari: highs are around -7°C and lows about -17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Rovaniemi.

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

When in Rovaniemi, make a side trip to see Ranua Zoo in Ranua, approximately Ranua away. Next up on the itinerary: get in on the family fun at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus, make a trip to Santa Claus Village, take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Rovaniemi Church.

To plan Rovaniemi vacation without wasting time, ask Inspirock to design an itinerary.

Traveling by car from Inari to Rovaniemi takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of flight and bus. December in Rovaniemi sees daily highs of -6°C and lows of -13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.