10-Day Finland Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 10-day Finland tour itineraries

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• 10 Day Arctic Norway Itinerary, incl. Helsinki and Svalbard

  

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  • Day 1

    Helsinki

    Start in Finland's walkable capital. Explore the Design District along Esplanadi and stop by the Old Market Hall near the harbor for traditional Finnish food. Remember to pack warm clothes for Svalbard.

    
  • Day 2

    Helsinki to Longyearbyen

    Take a morning charter flight to Longyearbyen. The 3-hour journey offers great views of the Norwegian Sea. You'll have time to visit the Svalbard Museum to learn about local wildlife and mining history. The ship leaves in late afternoon with beautiful views of the glacier-lined coast.

    
  • Days 3-9

    Exploring Svalbard

    Seven days of exploration by ship and Zodiac. Your route will depend on weather and ice conditions but typically includes: - 14th July Glacier where you can spot seals on ice floes - Smeerenburg's historic whaling station - Alkefjellet's cliffs filled with Brünnich's guillemots - Phippsøya for potential polar bear sightings - Hinlopen Strait where walruses gather on shore You'll need waterproof boots and rain gear for Zodiac trips. Bring binoculars since wildlife spotting often happens at a distance. The constant daylight gives you plenty of time to look for animals.

    
  • Day 10

    Return to Helsinki

    Leave Longyearbyen in the morning for your flight back to Helsinki. You'll arrive with enough time for a nice dinner in the city.

    

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• 10 Day Finland & Sweden Itinerary, incl. Helsinki and Stockholm

  Finnish culture and nature blend across 10 days and 7 destinations, from Helsinki's urban core to Nuuksio's wilderness and UNESCO-listed Rauma. Guided city tours, forest hikes, and cultural experiences at Stallhagen brewery and traditional Finnish saunas create a comprehensive overview.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Helsinki & Nuuksio National Park

    Start with an evening walking tour of Helsinki to get your bearings. On day two visit Nuuksio National Park just 40 minutes from the city for forest hiking. Visit Allas Sea Pool sauna complex in late afternoon when locals finish work. You'll need flip-flops and should book your sauna slot ahead of time. Note that Helsinki's metro is reliable but stops running at 11:30 PM.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Southwest Finland

    Take a drive to Hanko Peninsula for a 6km coastal walk along Baltic shores. The path takes about 2 hours and you'll need good shoes since rocks can be slippery in wet weather. Visit historic Turku to see its riverside area, 13th-century cathedral and medieval castle. Make time for the UNESCO-listed Sammallahdenmaki burial site and the wooden town of Rauma. You'll find most restaurants in Turku along the Aura River. Try the local archipelago fish soup if it's in season.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Åland Islands

    Take the 5.5-hour ferry through the Archipelago Sea with its 50,000 islands to reach Mariehamn. Explore the maritime capital before hiking the Grottstigen Cave Trails. The terrain is manageable but rocky with some steep parts. Hiking poles will come in handy. Visit Stallhagen brewery and medieval Kastelholm Castle. The Åland Islands are part of Finland but Swedish-speaking which adds interesting cultural variety.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Stockholm Introduction

    The 4.5-hour ferry ride through Stockholm's archipelago offers great views. Sit on the port side as you enter Stockholm for the best city views. Spend time exploring Gamla Stan's medieval streets and visit City Hall where they hold the Nobel banquet. Plan at least 2 hours for the Vasa Museum and get there when it opens at 10 AM to avoid cruise ship crowds.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Stockholm & Archipelago

    Start with a morning hike in Bjorno Nature Reserve. Bring swimwear in summer for a Baltic swim. The trails are clearly marked but can get muddy after rain. Use your final day freely until departure. Book your airport transfer early since Stockholm traffic can be unpredictable.

    

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• 8 Days in Finland, incl. Helsinki and Tampere

  

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  • Day 1

    Helsinki Arrival

    Land at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and take a 30-minute private transfer to the city center. Book morning arrivals if possible since Helsinki's winter daylight is limited. The Scandic Grand Marina near Market Square works well as a base for walking tours.

    
  • Day 2

    Helsinki Exploration

    Start early with the Hop-on-Hop-off bus. Visit Senate Square before 10 AM to avoid cruise ship crowds. Visit the Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church) between 1-3 PM when sunlight fills the copper dome interior. Bring a light jacket even in summer as the underground church stays cool. Finish at Uspenski Cathedral. Take 30 minutes to walk up the steep hill for great harbor views.

    
  • Day 3

    Helsinki Archipelago & Turku Transfer

    Take the 90-minute morning canal cruise from Market Square. Pick a seat on the port side to see Suomenlinna Fortress. Later catch the train to Turku (3 hours). The trains have good WiFi and dining cars but pack some snacks since Finnish train food costs quite a bit. Stay at Sokos Hotel Kupittaa for easy access to both the station and downtown.

    
  • Day 4

    Turku Archipelago

    Spend the day in Finland's oldest city. You can take a 7-hour kayaking tour through Turku's archipelago if you like adventure. Book at least 2 days ahead in summer and bring quick-dry clothes. You'll paddle about 12-15 km through scattered islands. If that's not your style walk along the medieval Aura River path which gets particularly lively on summer evenings.

    
  • Day 5

    Turku Castle & Tampere Transfer

    Start at Turku Castle at 10 AM when it opens. Plan for at least 2 hours here. Wear good shoes since the old stone stairs are uneven. Take the afternoon train to Tampere (2 hours) Finland's biggest inland city. Book the Sokos Villa near the rapids to be close to the industrial heritage sites.

    
  • Day 6

    Tampere Highlights

    Try the 2-hour morning sauna tour for a real Finnish experience. First-timers should know it's traditionally done nude with separate areas for men and women. Visit the Näsinneula tower after 4 PM when most tourists have left. The rotating restaurant at 124 meters shows off amazing sunset views across the lakes.

    
  • Day 7

    Return to Helsinki

    Take a morning train back to Helsinki (2 hours). Sit on the left side to see the lake district views. Spend your afternoon in the Design District around Diana Park browsing Finnish boutiques and galleries.

    
  • Day 8

    Departure

    Leave the morning free for shopping. Look for Finnish items like Marimekko textiles or Iittala glassware downtown. Give yourself 45 minutes to reach the airport since Helsinki traffic can be slow especially in snowy winter conditions.

    

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