Ultimate Day Trip from Kakslauttanen to Rovaniemi

Day 1: Nature to City

Kakslauttanen, Finland

8:00AM

Breakfast at Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort

Start your day with a hearty Finnish breakfast featuring local treats like rye bread, smoked salmon, and cloudberry jam.
Dine at the resort before departing.
EUR20, 1 hour

9:00AM

Depart for Rovaniemi

Hit the road and enjoy the picturesque Finnish countryside, with glimpses of forests and lakes along the way.
Take the E75 highway directly to Rovaniemi.
EUR0 (fuel cost), 2 hours

11:00AM

Visit Santa Claus Village

Upon arriving in Rovaniemi, head straight to Santa Claus Village where you can meet Santa and cross the Arctic Circle.
Follow the signs to Santa Claus Village which is well-marked on the way into Rovaniemi.
EUR0 (free entry), 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Santa Claus Village

Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Santa Claus Village Café, sampling traditional Finnish pancakes and various local pastries.
Select one of the many eateries in the Village.
EUR15, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Rovaniemi City

Take a stroll downtown Rovaniemi where you can visit various shops, art galleries, and the unique architecture that is a blend of traditional and modern.
Follow the pedestrian paths leading from Santa Claus Village to the city center.
EUR0 (free walk), 2 hours

4:00PM

Visit Arktikum Museum

Learn about the Arctic region's history and culture at Arktikum, an impressive museum that also offers amazing views of the river.
Head towards the river, the museum is on the banks and easy to spot.
EUR15, 1.5 hours

5:30PM

Dinner at Restaurant Nili

Experience authentic Lapland cuisine at Restaurant Nili, where you can enjoy reindeer stew or salmon cooked to perfection.
Walk or take a taxi from Arktikum to the restaurant.
EUR30, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Walk along the Ounasjoki River

Conclude your day with a peaceful walk along the Ounasjoki River, taking in the serene views as the sun sets over Rovaniemi.
The river is a short walk from the restaurant.
EUR0 (free walk), 1 hour

8:00PM

Evening Cap at Jack's Bar

End your exciting day with a drink at Jack's Bar, where you can unwind and reflect on your adventures.
It's a local favorite and located in the city center.
EUR10, 1 hour
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