8 days in Lapland Itinerary

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

On the 19th (Fri), identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, and then don't miss a visit to Lordi's Square. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Sat): get some fabulous bargains at Marttiini Store Old Factory, then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, then don't miss a visit to Santa Claus Office, and finally make a trip to Santa Claus Village.

To find ratings, photos, and tourist information, use the Rovaniemi trip planner.

Muscat, Oman to Rovaniemi is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Gulf Standard Time (GST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is minus 2 hours. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from Muscat in February; daily highs in Rovaniemi reach -6°C and lows reach -11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to drive 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 (Sun), explore the landscape on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: join the crowd at Icekarting Levi, see exotic creatures in open habitats at Lapland Safaris Levi, then gear up at Elan Ski Shop & Rental, and finally don't miss a visit to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Levi journey builder.

Traveling by car from Rovaniemi to Levi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Levi can reach -5°C, while at night they dip to -12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can travel 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.

On the 23rd (Tue), hit the slopes at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saariselka S:t Paulus Chapel. On your second day here, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, then find something for the whole family at Angry Birds Activity Park, and then see the interesting displays at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center.

To find photos, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Saariselka holiday maker app.

Fly from Levi to Saariselka in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Saariselka can reach -6°C, while at night they dip to -15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can travel back home.