7 days in Lapland & Helsinki Itinerary

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

Here are some ideas for day two: look for gifts at Elan Ski Shop & Rental and then bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi.

To see more things to do, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Levi trip builder site.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Levi is an approximately 19.5-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference moving from Gulf Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time is minus 2 hours. Prepare for cooler weather when traveling from Abu Dhabi in March: high temperatures in Levi hover around 0°C and lows are around -10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) early enough to travel to Inari.

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. On the 20th (Wed), look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church, and then see the interesting displays at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center.

For other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Inari travel planner.

Traveling by flight from Levi to Inari takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Inari can reach -1°C, while at night they dip to -12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can 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.

On the 21st (Thu), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Temppeliaukio Church, take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, explore the historical opulence of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, then take a stroll through Katajanokka, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri): wander the streets of Ullanlinna, steep yourself in history at Mannerheim Museum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, then shop like a local with Hakaniemi Market, and finally explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria.

For photos, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read Helsinki day trip tool.

Traveling by flight from Inari to Helsinki takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Inari in March, things will get somewhat warmer in Helsinki: highs are around 3°C and lows about -5°C. On the 23rd (Sat), you'll travel back home.