8 days in Lapland Itinerary

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

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: find something for the whole family at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus, take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, and then make a trip to Lordi's Square.

To find more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Rovaniemi online trip planner.

Jyvaskyla to Rovaniemi is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Jyvaskyla in April, you will find days in Rovaniemi are little chillier (°C), and nights are about the same (°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Saariselka.

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

Step out of Saariselka with an excursion to Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center in Inari--about 56 minutes away. There's much more to do: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, find something for the whole family at Angry Birds Activity Park, stroll through Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort, and pause for some serene contemplation at Saariselka S:t Paulus Chapel.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and tourist information, use the Saariselka trip itinerary builder tool.

Traveling by car from Rovaniemi to Saariselka takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Saariselka are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) to allow 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.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Fri): bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, thenrelax in the rural setting at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm, thenmake a trip to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage, and finally stroll through Yllas Ski Resort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the landscape on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Levi online route planner.

Fly from Saariselka to Levi in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Levi are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.