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, get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), then browse the exhibits 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 wander the streets of Katajanokka, then hunt for treasures at Hakaniemi Market, and finally take an in-depth tour of The National Museum of Finland.

To find maps, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki day trip site.

Bengaluru, India to Helsinki is an approximately 15-hour flight. You'll gain 3.5 hours traveling from Bengaluru to Helsinki due to the time zone difference. Prepare for much colder weather when traveling from Bengaluru in February: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around 0°C and lows are around -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) to allow enough time 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 step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle, and finally browse the collection at Turku City Library.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Turku itinerary planner.

You can drive from Helsinki to Turku in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or fly. In February, plan for daily highs up to 0°C, and evening lows to -5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can drive to Tampere.

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

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

Before you visit Tampere, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

You can drive from Turku to Tampere in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around -1°C in February, and nighttime lows around -7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Thu): don't miss a visit to Lapland Hotels SnowVillage and then fly down the slopes at Levi Ski Resort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Fri): join the crowd at Icekarting Levi, then have some family-friendly fun at Kids' Land, and then stop by Inghams Mini Husky Experience.

To see more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Levi trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Tampere to Levi takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or drive. Traveling from Tampere in February, things will get a bit cooler in Levi: highs are around -5°C and lows about -12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can go by car to Kuusamo.

Kuusamo is a town and municipality in Finland. Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): get a taste of life in the country at Kujala Reindeer Farm, then fly down the slopes at Ruka, then stop by Riipisen Wild Game and Souvenier Shop, and finally find something for the whole family at Angry Birds Activity Park.

To see more things to do, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Kuusamo online trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Levi to Kuusamo takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. In February, plan for daily highs up to -5°C, and evening lows to -12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can travel back home.