Finland

Finland is a country of breathtaking natural beauty, unique culture, and charming cities. Whether you're into Northern Lights, lakes, saunas, or design, Finland has something to offer year-round. Here's an overview of the top tourist places in Finland, organized by region and interest:

Day 1: Arrival in Helsinki

• Arrival: Land at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.

• Activities:

  • Visit Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square

  • Stroll along Esplanadi Park

  • Explore Market Square and try local Finnish delicacies

  • Optional: Sauna at Löyly (modern seafront sauna)

Overnight: Helsinki

Day 2: Explore Helsinki + Day Trip to Suomenlinna

• Morning:

  • Take a ferry to Suomenlinna Sea Fortress (UNESCO site)

  • Walk the trails and explore museums/cafés

• Afternoon:

  • Visit the Temppeliaukio (Rock) Church

  • Optional: Museum stop (e.g., Ateneum or Kiasma)

• Evening:

  • Dinner at a Nordic restaurant (e.g., Savotta)

Overnight: Helsinki

Day 3: Train to Rovaniemi (Lapland)

• Morning: Take the overnight Santa Claus Express train OR fly to Rovaniemi

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Arktikum Museum

  • Cross the Arctic Circle

• Evening:

  • Optional: Northern Lights tour (if visiting Sep–March)

Overnight: Rovaniemi

Day 4: Rovaniemi – Santa Claus & Snow Activities

• Morning:

  • Visit Santa Claus Village

  • Send postcards from the Arctic Circle Post Office

• Afternoon:

  • Try a husky safari or reindeer sleigh ride

• Evening:

  • Relax in a traditional sauna or glass igloo stay

Overnight: Rovaniemi (or igloo resort nearby like Arctic SnowHotel or Apukka)

Day 5: Rovaniemi to Levi or Saariselkä (Adventure/Relaxation)

• Travel: Head to Levi (a ski resort town) or Saariselkä

• Activities:

  • Optional skiing, snowmobiling, or snowshoeing

  • Visit a snow hotel or take a smoke sauna

  • Enjoy Finnish Lapland scenery

Overnight: Levi or Saariselkä

Day 6: Wilderness & Northern Lights

• Spend the day exploring the arctic wilderness

  • Snow activities (fat biking, snow hiking, etc.)

  • Visit Aurora Borealis huts or go on a photography tour

• Evening: Maximize chances to spot the Northern Lights

Overnight: Wilderness lodge or cabin

Day 7: Return to Helsinki

• Fly or take the train back to Helsinki

• Use the day for last-minute shopping or relaxing

• Optional: Visit Oodi Library or Design Museum

Overnight: Helsinki or depart late

Optional Add-ons:

• Summer travelers: Go lake-hopping or visit Lakeland region (Savonlinna, Tampere)

• Winter travelers: Add a day in Kemi to see the SnowCastle

• Autumn: Visit during ruska (fall foliage, late Sep–Oct)