FINLAND
9D8N
Helsinki - Lappeenranta - Kuopio - Rovaniemi - Turku - Helsinki
Validity: Until December 2024
Minimum 2 pax
*Rates are subject to change and availability without prior notice.
pax tourist class first class twin sharing USD 1288 USD 1478 single supp USD 678 USD 798 - 8 Nights Accommodation
- Breakfast Daily
- Airport Transfers
- Helsinki/Lappeenranta/Kuopio/Rovaniemi/Turku
- All tours on seat in coach basis per itinerary
DAY 01 Helsinki
Meet and Greet upon arrival in Helsinki Airport and transfer to your hotel. Check into hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure.
DAY 02 Helsinki
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for Helsinki by Hop On Hop Off Bus. See top Helsinki attractions such as Senate square - the huge, open square that's home to Helsinki's Cathedral and Lasipalatsi building, Market Square. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 03 Helsinki - Lappeenranta
Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure transfer to Train Station. Connect train to Lappeenranta (Standard Train Ticket Included). The Old Town, also called the Fortress, the centre of the city and the harbour are the primary locations for musical and other events in the summertime. Arrive in Lappeenranta and transfer to your hotel. Check in at the hotel. You are free to enjoy the sights on your own in Lappeenranta. Some interesting sights to see in Lappeenranta are Saimaa Canal, Fortress, Sandcastle, South Karelia Museum and Lappeenranta Art Museum, and finally the Ylämaa Gem & Mineral Exhibition. Overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 04 Lappeenranta - Kuopio
Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure transfer to Train Station. Connect your train to Kuopia. (Standard Train Ticket Included). Arrive at Kuopio and transfer to your hotel. Kuopio is the cultural centre of Eastern Finland and is surrounded by Lake Kallavesi. The city itself is partially built across the Lake’s islands. You will find plenty of beautiful outdoor spaces and impressive waterfronts in the city – to get an even better view, Overnight at the Hotel.Day 5 Kuopio – Rovaniemi
Early Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the train station and connect your train to Rovaniemi. (Standard Train Ticket Included). We start our journey towards the heart of Lapland... Rovaniemi and the Arctic Circle . Upon arrival in the city, You will be transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day you are free to explore Rovaniemi on your own. You may visit the Arktikum Science Museum to learn about the environment and history of the Arctic as well as the local Sámi culture. The exhibitions provide an overarching view of the history and culture of Lapland as well as insight into arctic exploration and research of today and what’s to come in the future. You can walk around the city centre and get to know its peculiar architecture and history. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 6 Santa Claus Village
Breakfast at the Hotel. Make your own way to the Arctic Circle and Santa Claus Village . The Santa Village offers a wide selection of souvenir shops and cafeterias with the main attraction being Santa’s post office where you get to experience real Christmas spirit all year round. The postal elves will stamp your postcards with a special Arctic Circle postmark. After visiting Santa Claus Village you have time to enjoy the favourite arctic animals, Reindeers and experience many other activities in Rovaniemi. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 7 Rovaniemi – Turku
Breakfast at the hotel;. Transfer to the Train Station to connect your train to Turku. (Standard Train Ticket Included) . Not only are trains an efficient mode of transportation, they are also an environmentally friendly way to travel. VR (Finnish State Railways) trains are modern, clean and comfortable. The compartments can accommodate 2-3 people and they have a small en-suite toilet/shower. The restaurant car offers a selection of warm meals, snacks and drinks, and dinner will be served here at extra cost. As the train route passes through the country, you will be able to see more of the beautiful countryside with its lakes, fields and lush forests. Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the evening you are free at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel.Day 8 Turku – Helsinki
Breakfast at the Hotel. Today you are free to explore Turku for Shopping and just explore the City Centre. Check out the local shops showcasing the best of Finnish design, arts and crafts. Established in 1229, Turku has and is still a remarkable hub for travel, business and culture. It’s a wonderful combination of architectural heritage and modern urban atmosphere. In the late afternoon you will depart to the train station to connect to your train to Helsinki. (Standard Train Ticket Included). , Arrive and you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 9 Helsinki
Breakfast at the Hotel. Check out of the hotel. Day free at leisure on your own until departure transfer to the airport/train station.
