9 days in Finland Itinerary

Ranua is a municipality of Finland.It is located in the province of Lapland. Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): get to know the resident critters at Ranua Zoo.

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Ranua is an approximately 10-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 1 hour. On the 14th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Akaslompolo.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Mon): grab your bike and head to Levi Ski Resort. On the next day, take a memorable tour with Tours, make a trip to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage, then bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm.

For photos, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Akaslompolo online tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Ranua to Akaslompolo takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. February in Akaslompolo sees daily highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) 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 17th (Wed), gear up at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort and then pause for some serene contemplation at Saariselka S:t Paulus Chapel. On the 18th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Urho Kekkonen National Park and then find something for the whole family at Angry Birds Activity Park.

For more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Saariselka trip planner.

Traveling by car from Akaslompolo to Saariselka takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In February, plan for daily highs up to -6°C, and evening lows to -15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can travel to Turku.

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Fri): take a stroll through Naantali Old Town, then explore the historical opulence of Turku Castle, then take in the exciting artwork at Gallery A, and finally deepen your understanding at Turku Cathedral.

To find ratings, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Turku day trip website.

You can fly from Saariselka to Turku in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Saariselka in February; daily highs in Turku reach 0°C and lows reach -5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) so you can go by car to Helsinki.

Finland's largest and most populated metropolis, the maritime town of Helsinki boasts varied architecture, a lively cafe culture, and plethora of picturesque natural delights.

On the 20th (Sat), indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, then get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), and finally get engrossed in the history at The National Museum of Finland. On the 21st (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: browse the exhibits of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, admire the masterpieces at Sinebrychoff Art Museum, contemplate the long history of Mannerheim Museum, then wander the streets of Katajanokka, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from SkyWheel Helsinki.

To find ratings, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki itinerary builder tool.

You can drive from Turku to Helsinki in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In February, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 0°C, while at night they dip to -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can travel back home.