11-Day Finland Road Trip from Ivalo to Kittilän kirkonkylä, Pelkosenniemi, Kuusamo, and Kuopio

Your road trip adventure in Finland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Ivalo. You’ll stay in Ivalo for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Ivalo has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Lemmenjoki National Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 381 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Ivalo is Star Arctic. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 679 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Northern Lights Village. This hotel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 252 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Ivalo is Kuukkeli AuroraCabins.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Ivalo, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

Ivalo also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Finland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Ivalo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kolari. You’ll stay in Kolari for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ivalo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ivalo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Levin Sammuntupa and Reindeer Farm. This much-appreciated spa and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 524 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Oy Levi Ski Resort. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,542 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Lapland Hotels Snow Village to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Lapland Hotels Snow Village is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,850 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ivalo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kolari. Kolari offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

We recommend you stay at the exclusive Design Hotel Levi, one of the best 5-star hotel options in Ivalo. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 guests.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Kolari, like Sokos Hotel Levi. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 405 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Sirkantahti. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 627 guest reviews.

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You still have 1 night left in Kolari.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,361 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Kolari.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Finland!

Day 4 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Ivalo and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Pelkosenniemi. You will stay in Pelkosenniemi for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ivalo is the amazing Pyhä-Luosto National Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,062 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible mountain, Luosto. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 214 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ivalo is the outstanding Kopara Reindeer Park. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 421 visitors.

The spectacular Pyhätunturi is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating mountain and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 294 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Ivalo by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Finland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Pelkosenniemi, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Ivalo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kuusamo. You’ll stay in Kuusamo for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ivalo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ivalo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Oulanka National Park. This much-appreciated national park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,627 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kiutaköngäs. This rapids and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 595 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Pieni Karhunkierros Circle Trail to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Pieni Karhunkierros Circle Trail is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,377 visitors.

The lovely Myllykoski is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 936 visitors have left this rapids average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Rukatunturi. This attraction is a fell rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 8,713 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ivalo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kuusamo. Kuusamo offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Kuusamo, like Scandic Rukahovi. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 422 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Hotel Royal Ruka. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 166 guest reviews.

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You’ll stay in Kuopio for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Komulanköngäs Waterfall. This excellent attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 220 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Finland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Finland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Hapelähde Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Kuopio. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 547 visitors.

This outstanding market square has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,021 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Kuopio.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Kuopio is the 4-star hotel Sokos Hotel Puijonsarvi. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 293 guests.

Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 5-star hotel. The Tahko Golden Resort is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Kuopio. This hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 109 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Hotellilaiva Wuoksi. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 550 guests.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kuopio, Muikkuravintola Sampo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,151 customers.

Locals recommend Trattoria Sorrento as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kuopio. Trattoria Sorrento is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kuopio is Ravintola Kreeta. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 782 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Kuopio, Olutravintola Malja. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 669 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Gastrobar B/P. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 222 customers.

Bierstube is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Kuopio. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 770 customers.

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Day 7 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Oulu for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ivalo is the amazing Moomin Ice Cave. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 650 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Orinoro Gorge. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 293 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ivalo is the outstanding Kasurila. This popular village and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 811 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Finland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Oulu, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Oulu is the 4-star Kievarinhovi Apartments. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 249 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 4-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Hotel Lasaretti is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,716 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Forenom Aparthotel Kempele. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 494 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Grill Swing, one of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

Locals also recommend Toripolliisi as one of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu. Toripolliisi is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,274 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu is Cafe Rooster. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,068 customers.

After dinner, visit Leskinen, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Oulu. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Irish Pub St. Michael (Arctic Vodka Oy). This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,244 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland!

On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Oulu, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Oulu.

Today you'll explore the city of Ivalo. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Turkansaari Open Air Museum. This incredible attraction is an open-air museum and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 390 visitors.

Oulu Automobile Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Ivalo. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 549 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Ivalo is Hollihaka Park Oulu outdoor gym. This amazing attraction is an outdoor gym and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 694 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Oulu Market Hall. This market hall and place of interest is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 903 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Oulu Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 630 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Finland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Oulu.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Oulu, like Sauraha. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,238 customers.

Irish Pub St. Michael (Arctic Vodka Oy) is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Oulu. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,244 customers.

Locals enjoy Crecian, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Oulu. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 933 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Oulu, Pub Graali. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 611 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Cafe Kuluma. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

Koivurannan kahvila is another of the best bars in the city of Oulu. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 506 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Finland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Ivalo. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rovaniemi. You’ll stay in Rovaniemi for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ivalo’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ivalo, start your day with a visit to the amazing Nallikari Lighthouse. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 412 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Nallikari beach. This beach and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 402 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Koitelinkoski to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Koitelinkoski is a rapid that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 300 visitors.

The lovely University of Oulu Botanical Gardens is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 584 visitors have left this botanical garden average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Kierikki Stone Age Centre. This attraction is a tourist attraction rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 386 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ivalo has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rovaniemi. Rovaniemi offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Rovaniemi, like Arctic City Hotel. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,879 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at Arctic Circle Wilderness Lodge. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 279 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Nili Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,476 reviews.

The remarkable Cafe & Bar 21 is another top restaurant in Rovaniemi we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,236 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ravintola Roka Street Bistro is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,019 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rovaniemi, the fantastic Kauppayhtiö. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 679 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful people's Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Day 10 of your road trip through Finland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Ivalo and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Ivalo. You will stay in Ivalo for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Ivalo is the amazing Culture House Korundi. This attraction is a cafe that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 806 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Arktikum. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 995 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ivalo is the outstanding Santa Claus Office. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,392 visitors.

The spectacular Angry Birds Playground is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,355 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Ivalo by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Finland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Ivalo, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Ivalo is the 4-star Northern Lights Village. This hotel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 252 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 4-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Star Arctic is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 679 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 4-star Kuukkeli AuroraCabins.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Finland!

Day 11 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Ivalo before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Aurora Day Hut is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Ivalo. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 318 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Ivalo and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Finland.

You’ll then say farewell to Ivalo. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Finland!