9-Day Finland Road Trip from Kittilän kirkonkylä traveling south to Pelkosenniemi, Kajaani, Jyväskylä, and Turku

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

Kolari has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 Kolari is Design Hotel Levi. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Sokos Hotel Levi. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 405 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Kolari is Sirkantahti. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 627 guests.

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

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

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Finland!

Day 2 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 Kolari 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 Kolari is the amazing Oy Levi Ski Resort. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,521 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible spa, Levin Sammuntupa and Reindeer Farm. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 524 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Kolari is the outstanding Lapland Hotels Snow Village. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,850 visitors.

The spectacular Särestöniemen Museosäätiö is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 503 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kolari 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 3 of your epic road trip in Finland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Kolari. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kajaani. You’ll stay in Kajaani for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Kolari’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Kolari, 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 Rukatunturi to make the most of your road trip across Finland. The spectacular Rukatunturi is a fell that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,713 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Kolari has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kajaani. Kajaani 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 3-star hotel options in Kajaani, like Sokos Hotel Valjus. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 242 guests.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Mantan Grilli-Kioski Oy. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 937 reviews.

The remarkable Cafe Mokka is another top restaurant in Kajaani we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 282 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ravintola Wanha Kerho is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 255 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Finland!

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Finland. Today, you'll wake up in Kajaani and embark on a scenic drive to Jyvaskyla, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kajaani and North Savo before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Kajaani. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Kainuu Museum. This attraction is a cultural history museum that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 154 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Kasurila. This attraction is a village that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 811 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Puijo ski jumping hill. This ski jumping hill and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 253 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Kuopio Market Square. This market square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,021 visitors.

The lovely Hapelähde Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 547 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in North Savo, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Jyvaskyla. When you arrive in Jyvaskyla you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Jyvaskyla is the 4-star Sokos Hotel Alexandra. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 479 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 4-star hotel in Jyvaskyla, we recommend Solo Sokos Hotel Paviljonki. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 458 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Jyvaskyla is the 4-star Boutique Hotel Yopuu. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 572 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Viikinkiravintola Harald. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 954 customers.

Locals also recommend Konttiravintola Morton Jyväskylä, another of the best restaurants in Jyvaskyla. Konttiravintola Morton Jyväskylä is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 772 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurant Pöllöwaari. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 438 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit HIISI Taproom & Bottleshop to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Jyvaskyla, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 167 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Hotel Verso. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Hotel Verso has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 948 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Finland, and look forward to more great days to come!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Finland. Today, you'll wake up in Jyväskylä and embark on a scenic drive to Turku, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Jyväskylä and Tampere before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Jyväskylä. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Mäki-Matti Family Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 970 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Natural History Museum of Central Finland. This attraction, a beloved natural history museum, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 526 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Jyväskylä is the stunning Nero Stairs. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 532 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Kolari and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Tampere has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Näsi Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,290 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Museum Centre Vapriikki. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,742 reviews. This site welcomes approximately 185,000 yearly visitors.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Koskipuisto. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,696 visitors.

The lovely Hatanpää Park Arboretum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,600 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Tampere, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Turku. When you arrive in Turku you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Turku is the 3-star Sokos Hotel Seurahuone. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 340 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 4-star hotel in Turku, we recommend Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel, Turku. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,502 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Turku is the 3-star Original Sokos Hotel Wiklund. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 699 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Kuori. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 644 customers.

Locals also recommend Pippurimylly, another of the best restaurants in Turku. Pippurimylly is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,851 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Pub Niska. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,843 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Panimoravintola Koulu to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Turku, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,279 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tiirikkala. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Tiirikkala has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 875 customers.

Walo Rooftop Bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 864 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Finland, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 6 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 Kolari and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Seinäjoki. You will stay in Seinäjoki for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Kolari is the amazing Turku Cathedral. This attraction is a lutheran cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,745 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Turku Castle. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,724 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Kolari is the outstanding Kupittaa. This popular district and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,520 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kolari 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 Seinäjoki, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Seinäjoki is the 4-star Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 403 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Original Sokos Hotel Lakeus. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 334 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Holy Smoke, one of the best restaurants in the city of Seinäjoki. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,500 customers.

Locals also recommend Pancho Villa Seinäjoki as one of the best restaurants in the city of Seinäjoki. Pancho Villa Seinäjoki is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,100 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Seinäjoki is Valkoinen Puu Cafe & Shop. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 894 customers.

After dinner, visit Culture Club Still Standing, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Seinäjoki. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 209 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Mallaskoski Brewery Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 475 customers.

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

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

Joining a top-rated tour in Kolari is another excellent way to spend your new day in Finland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Finland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Finland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Finland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Kalajoki Sand Dunes for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 351 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Packhouse Museum. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 328 visitors, the remarkable Packhouse Museum deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

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

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Hotel Lasaretti is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Oulu. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,716 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel 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!

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Finland. Today, you'll wake up in Oulu and embark on a scenic drive to Kolari, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Oulu and Rovaniemi before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Oulu. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Hollihaka Park Oulu outdoor gym. This attraction is an outdoor gym that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 694 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Oulu Market Hall. This attraction, a beloved market hall, has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 903 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Oulu is the stunning Oulu Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 630 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Kolari and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Rovaniemi has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Angry Birds Playground. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,355 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Arktikum. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 995 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Santa Claus Office. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,392 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Rovaniemi, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Kolari. When you arrive in Kolari you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Kolari is the 4-star Sokos Hotel Levi. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 405 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in Kolari, we recommend Design Hotel Levi. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Kolari is the 3-star Sirkantahti. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 627 guests.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Finland, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 9 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Kolari 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.

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

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