9 days in Finland Itinerary

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.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), then take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and finally don't miss a visit to Porvoo Old Town. Keep things going the next day: get curious at Heureka, then take a stroll through Katajanokka, then hunt for treasures at Hakaniemi Market, and finally take an in-depth tour of The National Museum of Finland.

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Bengaluru, India to Helsinki is an approximately 15-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or do a combination of flight and train. You'll gain 3 hours traveling from Bengaluru to Helsinki due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Bengaluru in February, things will get colder in Helsinki: highs are around 0°C and lows about -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to drive to Turku.

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

On the 18th (Tue), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Turku Cathedral, then see the interesting displays at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, then take an in-depth tour of Turku Castle, and finally get lost in a book at Turku City Library.

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Traveling by car from Helsinki to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 0°C in February, and nighttime lows around -5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to take a train to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): enjoy breathtaking views from Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, then see the interesting displays at Vapriikin Museokeskus, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Nasinneula Tower.

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You can take a train from Turku to Tampere in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In February in Tampere, expect temperatures between -1°C during the day and -7°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (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 20th (Thu): make a trip to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage and then grab your bike and head to Levi Ski Resort. On the 21st (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take an exotic tour of a safari tour, join the crowd at Icekarting Levi, then fly down the slopes at Kids' Land, and finally visit Inghams Mini Husky Experience.

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Getting from Tampere to Levi by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Traveling from Tampere in February, expect Levi to be slightly colder, temps between -5°C and -12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can travel to Kuusamo.

Kuusamo is a town and municipality in Finland. Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): wander the wide-open spaces of Kujala Reindeer Farm, fly down the slopes at Ruka, then stop by Riipisen Wild Game and Souvenier Shop, and finally get in on the family fun at Angry Birds Activity Park.

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You can fly from Levi to Kuusamo in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. February in Kuusamo sees daily highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to travel back home.