8 days in Lapland Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 19th (Fri): see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, look for gifts at LAURI Handicraft Shop & Atelier, then take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, and finally make a trip to Lordi's Square. Here are some ideas for day two: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, then see Santa Claus Office, and then don't miss a visit to Santa Claus Village.

To see photos, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read our Rovaniemi road trip planning tool.

Manila, Philippines to Rovaniemi is an approximately 21-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Manila to Rovaniemi is minus 6 hours. Traveling from Manila in March, expect Rovaniemi to be cooler, temps between -1°C and -9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) to allow enough 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.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Sun): see the interesting displays at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center, find something for the whole family at Angry Birds Activity Park, and then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon): gear up at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort and then pause for some serene contemplation at Saariselka S:t Paulus Chapel.

For maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Saariselka trip maker.

You can drive from Rovaniemi to Saariselka in 3.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In March, plan for daily highs up to -1°C, and evening lows to -12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can 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 23rd (Tue): grab your bike and head to Levi Ski Resort. On the next day, join the crowd at Icekarting Levi, make a trip to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage, then shop like a local with Elan Ski Shop & Rental, and finally take an exotic tour of Lapland Safaris Levi.

To see reviews, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Levi attractions planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Saariselka to Levi takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March in Levi, expect temperatures between 0°C during the day and -10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.