2 Weeks in Finland - 3 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Itinerary #1: Finland Epic Winter Holiday

Winter enthusiasts will love this two-week itinerary exploring Helsinki and Finland's northernmost region of Lapland. See for yourself the official town of Santa Claus, explore the outdoors by snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and skiing, and chase the northern lights onboard a sleigh pulled by reindeer.

Welcome to Finland! Your adventure starts in Helsinki with two days of exploring the Design District, Old Market Square, Helsinki Cathedral, and more on a guided walking tour and on your own. Next, wander the medieval streets of Porvoo before an overnight train brings you to Lapland in northern Finland. With three nights in Pyhä, you'll have time to try ice climbing and snowshoeing and spend an evening seeking the northern lights while on a sleigh pulled by reindeer.

Next, get deeper into Finland's wilderness with a trip to Ivalo and tour Inari village, home to Sámi people, who are the only First Nations people in the European Union. Try skiing and snowmobiling in Ylläs, followed by a transfer to the Arctic Circle for your last four days. With Rovaniemi as your base, embrace the Christmas spirit with a visit to Santa Claus Village, embark on a husky sledding safari, and spend a day touring the snowy forests of Korouoma Canyon. Purchase any last-minute souvenirs, then say your goodbyes to Finland and catch your flight out of Rovaniemi Airport. Learn more

Itinerary #2: Finland Summer Nature Tour

Witness the midnight sun, hike, fish, and raft in Lapland's pristine wilderness, and roam quirky, colorful streets on this two-week summer adventure. Ideal for those who want to spend nights well away from the city and see firsthand the abundant wildlife of Pyhä and Rovaniemi, this trip will leave you happily exhausted and with a camera filled with scenic photos.

Your summer adventure in Finland begins with three days in Helsinki. You'll have ample time to tour the 18th-century Swedish sea fortress of Suomenlinna, wander the medieval streets of Porvoo, and hike ​​in the Archipelago Sea. After a relaxing evening on a sauna tour, a train brings you to Finland's oldest city, Turku. Get to know the city through the eyes of a local guide, then switch gears and embark on an e-bike tour along St. Olav Waterway. Before catching an overnight train to Rovaniemi, spend your last taking in Turku from a riverboat trip down the Aura River.

Once you've reached Rovaniemi, leave your bags at the hotel and get ready for a half-day canoe trip followed by an evening photography tour of the midnight sun. Over the next two days, you'll have a chance to explore Lapland's wilderness on foot and via an electric rubber boat before enjoying an overnight bear-watching experience in Kuntilampi. The final four days of your Finland summer adventure bring you to Pyhä-Luosto National Park, where you'll embark on a wildlife-watching tour and a guided fishing trip until it's time to catch your flight home from Rovaniemi Airport. Learn more

Itinerary #3: Sustainable Finland & Baltic Christmas Adventure

Take a deep dive into the Christmas traditions and markets of Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Finland on this two-week sustainable itinerary filled to the brim with all things winter. Pack plenty of layers and, with the help of local guides, discover each country's holiday magic and eccentricities.

Begin your adventure with three nights in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. You'll immediately get into the holiday spirit with a tour of two Christmas markets, a festive cooking class, and time to roam the city on your own. After a day trip to Trakai to tour Trakai Castle in the center of Lake Galvė, you'll leave Lithuania behind and take a bus to Riga, the capital city of Latvia. A local guide will introduce you to Latvia's holiday traditions, then enjoy an afternoon between Riga Central Market and the many museums and cathedrals dotted around the city.

Another bus ride brings you to Estonia's capital, Tallinn, home to a UNESCO-listed Old Town and the lively Tallinn Christmas Market. Take your time wandering the stalls and indulging in treats, as the following day, you'll don a pair of bog shoes and head out on a bog hiking tour. Next, board the Tallink Silja ferry and cross the Baltic Sea to Finland. Enjoy a day exploring Helsinki's cathedrals and squares; then, after an overnight train to Lapland, you'll have four days to visit Santa's Village, hunt the northern lights, and embark on a husky safari before catching your onward flight from Rovaniemi Airport. Learn more

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