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 13th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, then look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, then make a trip to Santa Claus Office, and finally don't miss a visit to Santa Claus Village.

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Boston, USA to Rovaniemi is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Boston to Rovaniemi due to the time zone difference. In April, Rovaniemi is a bit cooler than Boston - with highs of 38°F and lows of 26°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can 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.

On the 14th (Sun), get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, then examine the collection at Gold Prospector Museum, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Urho Kekkonen National Park, and finally join in the after-dark buzz at Saariselka Bowling.

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You can drive from Rovaniemi to Saariselka in 3.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 37°F in April, and nighttime lows around 22°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) 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.

On the 15th (Mon), kick your exploration up a notch at Levi Ski Resort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take a stroll through Ounasjoki - River for activities, then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, then bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, and finally stop by Elan Ski Shop & Rental.

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You can fly from Saariselka to Levi in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Levi can reach 38°F, while at night they dip to 25°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Akaslompolo.

On the 17th (Wed), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park. On the 18th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: fly down the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort, stop by Akaslompolo Sportshop, and then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.

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Getting from Levi to Akaslompolo by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Akaslompolo are 38°F, while nighttime lows are 25°F. On the 19th (Fri), you're off to home.