8 days in Lapland Itinerary

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

Rovaniemi is known for wildlife, museums, and fun & games. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: find something for the whole family at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus, enjoy some diversion at Santa Claus Office, see the interesting displays at Christmas House Santa, and make a trip to Santa Claus Village.

To find ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Rovaniemi trip site.

London, UK to Rovaniemi is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from London to Rovaniemi. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from London in November; daily highs in Rovaniemi reach -2°C and lows reach -7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sun) 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. Change things up with these side-trips from Inari: Saariselka (Nature & Wildlife Tours, Saariselka Reindeer Farm, &more). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center, head outdoors with Lake Inari, pause for some serene contemplation at Saariselka S:t Paulus Chapel, and hike along Juutua Nature Trail.

To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Inari road trip planner.

You can drive from Rovaniemi to Inari in 4 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and flight. In November, daily temperatures in Inari can reach -3°C, while at night they dip to -10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) 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.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Thu): glide through natural beauty at Levi Ski Resort. Keep things going the next day: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, and then stop by Elan Ski Shop & Rental.

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You can fly from Inari to Levi in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. November in Levi sees daily highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can travel back home.