7 days in Lapland Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Mon): look for gifts at Your Piece Of Finland, get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Rovaniemi Church, then make a trip to Santa Claus Office, and finally make a trip to Santa Claus Village.

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Gwalior, India to Rovaniemi is an approximately 22-hour flight. You'll gain 3.5 hours traveling from Gwalior to Rovaniemi due to the time zone difference. In October, Rovaniemi is much colder than Gwalior - with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can go by car to Inari.

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Kick off your visit on the 30th (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church, then see the interesting displays at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center, and then take some stellar pictures from Otsamo Fell.

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Traveling by car from Rovaniemi to Inari takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Inari can reach 3°C, while at night they dip to -2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) so you can go by car 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 31st (Wed), ski along the peaceful trails at Levi Ski Resort.

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You can drive from Inari to Levi in 4 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a bus. October in Levi sees daily highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to drive to Akaslompolo.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Thu): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park and then stop by Akaslompolo Sportshop. On the 2nd (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get outside with Seven Fells Up.

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Getting from Levi to Akaslompolo by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Akaslompolo can reach 3°C, while at night they dip to -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Fri) to allow time for travel back home.