8 days in Lapland Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Thu): look for all kinds of wild species at Poro Farmi, get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, then see Santa Claus Office, and finally don't miss a visit to Santa Claus Village. On the 18th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: find something for the whole family at SantaPark - the Home Cavern of Santa Claus and then take an exotic tour of a safari tour.

To see traveler tips, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Rovaniemi online travel route planner .

Tel Aviv, Israel to Rovaniemi is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of flight and bus. Traveling from Tel Aviv in October, expect Rovaniemi to be colder, temps between 3°C and -1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) so you can go by car to Saariselka.

On the 19th (Sat), hit the slopes at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort and then explore the striking landscape of Urho Kekkonen National Park.

To find traveler tips, ratings, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Saariselka route maker app .

You can drive from Rovaniemi to Saariselka in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Saariselka are 3°C, while nighttime lows are -2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough 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.

Go for a jaunt from Levi to Muonio to see Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park about 58 minutes away. There's lots more to do: hit the slopes at Yllas Ski Resort, have some family-friendly fun at G2 ICEKARTING, explore the landscape on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm.

To find ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Levi trip itinerary planner .

Fly from Saariselka to Levi in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Levi are 3°C, while nighttime lows are -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to travel back home.