9 days in Finland Itinerary

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

On the next day, get curious at Pilke Science Centre, then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, then get your game on at Snowman World Igloo Hotel, and finally examine the collection at Christmas House Santa.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Rovaniemi vacation maker app.

Stansted Mountfitchet, UK to Rovaniemi is an approximately 10-hour combination of car and flight. You can also drive. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet to Rovaniemi due to the time zone difference. Expect cooler weather when traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet in March: highs in Rovaniemi hover around -1°C, while lows dip to -9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Sat) to allow time to drive 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 1st (Sun): admire the masterpieces at Sarestoniemi Museum, then identify plant and animal life at Santa"s Cottage & Pet Farm, and then get in on the family fun at Levi Huskypark. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon): view the masterpieces at LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery, then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, then relax in the rural setting at Ounaskievari Reindeer Farm, and finally make a trip to Giewont Husky Adventures.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Levi tour website.

Drive from Rovaniemi to Levi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Levi can reach 0°C, while at night they dip to -10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can travel to Inari.

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Tue): get a taste of life in the country at Reindeer Farm Petri Mattus, see the interesting displays at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center, and then relax in the rural setting at Tuula's Reindeer.

To see photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Inari trip builder website.

Fly from Levi to Inari in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April in Inari, expect temperatures between 3°C during the day and -6°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to travel 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 4th (Wed), learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo), engage your brain at Heureka, and then meet the residents at SEA LIFE Helsinki. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll around Nuuksio National Park.

To find other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Helsinki trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Inari to Helsinki takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Inari in April: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around 9°C and lows are around 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can travel back home.