9 days in Rovaniemi & Levi Itinerary

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

Step out of Rovaniemi with an excursion to Pyha-Luosto National Park in Pyhatunturi--about 1h 35 min away. Next up on the itinerary: take an in-depth tour of Arktikum, explore the different monuments and memorials at German Soldier s Cemetery, pause for some serene contemplation at Rovaniemi Church, and see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour.

To see more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Rovaniemi travel itinerary planner.

The Route module can give you travel options from your home to Rovaniemi. In August, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) to allow enough 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.

On the 17th (Sat), explore the landscape on two wheels at Levi Ski Resort and then get all the equipment you need at Elan Ski Shop & Rental. On the 18th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, get your game on at G2 ICEKARTING, and then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

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

Traveling by car from Rovaniemi to Levi takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Levi can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride back home.