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1-2 weeks Train Itinerary to Finnish Lapland (via Baltic Sea)
Start
Hamburg
Duration
1-2 weeks
Type
One way
Legs
4
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Itinerary Overview
Leg 1
From
Hamburg
to
Stockholm
Leg 2
From
Stockholm
to
Helsinki
Leg 3
From
Helsinki
to
Rovaniemi
Leg 4
From
Rovaniemi
to
Saariselkä
Leg 1: Hamburg to Stockholm
What to do in Stockholm?
Historic Old Town and Royal Palaces
: Gamla Stan (medieval Old Town), Royal Palace and Storkyrkan Cathedral.
Museums and Cultural Attractions
: Vasa Museum (17th century warship), ABBA Museum, Skansen open-air museum about Swedish history.
Archipelago and Waterfronts
: city spread across 14 islands, enjoy boat tours, kayaking, visit Djugarden and Gröna Lund amusement park.
Leg 2: Stockholm to Helsinki
What to do in Helsinki?
Modern Design and Architecture
: Temppeliaukio Church, Design District.
Nature and Outdoor Activities
: Plenty of parks, islands like Suomenlinna, activities such as boating, swimming and hiking.
Cultural Scene
: Ateneum Art Museum, National Museum of Finland.
Leg 3: Helsinki to Rovaniemi
What to do in Rovaniemi?
Gateway to the Artic
: Experience the northern lights and midnight sun.
Winter Activities
: Husky sledding, ice fishing, snowmobiling.
Cultural Attractions and Sami Heritage
: Santa Claus Village, Arktikum Science Center and Museum, Korundi House of Culture.
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Leg 4: Rovaniemi to Saariselkä
What to do in Saariselkä?
Ski Resort:
Experience world-class skiing and snowboarding in the heart of Lapland's stunning wilderness.
Husky Safaris:
Embark on a thrilling dog sledding adventure through snowy forests and frozen landscapes.
Winter Activities:
Enjoy snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and reindeer sleigh rides in a true winter wonderland.
Recommended
Train
|
Direct
14h00
Departure:
Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Germany
Arrival:
Stockholm Central Station
Sweden
Operator(s):
SJ
(Euronight)
Additional Information
Daily night train leaving Hamburg at around 10PM.
Book several weeks ahead if you're planning to travel during summer time.
Booking opens several months in advance.
Note that this train begins its journey in Berlin.
Recommended Duration
3 days in Stockholm.
Recommended
Ferry
|
Direct
18h00
Departure:
Stockholm Värtahamnen
Sweden
Arrival:
Helsinki Olympia Terminal
Finland
Operator(s):
Tallink
Additional Information
Ferry departs daily around 5PM and arrives around 10AM the next day.
Recommended Duration
2 days in Helsinki.
Recommended
Bus
|
Direct
3h00 - 4h00
Departure:
Rovaniemi Railway Station
Finland
Arrival:
Jokostie L (Saariselkä)
Finland
Operator(s):
Onnibus
(OB42)
Additional Information
There are a few buses per day. Check this
website
for all options.
There are several bus companies operating.
Book ahead to guarantee a seat.
The link below is for Onnibus (once per day)
Note that there is a 1-h time difference between Sweden and Finland.
Recommended Duration
3-4 days in Saariselkä to enjoy winter activities.
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Alternative
Train
|
Direct
8h00 - 8h20
Departure:
Helsinki Central Station
Finland
Arrival:
Rovaniemi Railway Station
Finland
Operator(s):
VR
(InterCity)
Additional Information
There are a few options per day.
Book your tickets a couple of days/weeks in advance to benefit from best pricing.
Last minute prices can be as high as 100€.
Recommended Duration
3-4 days in Rovaniemi.
