Finland - Scenic Finland Tour

Scenic Tour - 7 Nights / 8 Days

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Day 1: Helsinki-Porvoo-Ruotsinpyhtää-Langinkoski-Imatra

Depart by coach for Porvoo, the second oldest town in Finland famous for its charming old warehouses, cobblestone lanes, handicraft shops and the medieval cathedral. Lunch at the old Ruotsinpyhtää ironworks village. Continue to Langinkoski rapids to see the imperial fishing lodge. Dinner and overnight at Rantasipi Hotel Valtionhotelli in Imatra. (L, D)

Day 2: Imatra-Punkaharju-Savonlinna-Valamo-Koli
Drive through the beautiful Punkaharju esker ridge, an isthmus between two large lakes, and continue to Retretti Art Exhibition featuring classical and contemporary collections, housed partly in an underground cave. After lunch visit the Olavinlinna Castle, the monastery of Valamo and have a cup of tea brewed in the traditional accompanied by old-Russian delicacies. Continue to Koli Hills for a spectacular view of forests and lakes. Overnight at Sokos Hotel Koli in Lieksa. (B, L, D)

Day 3: Koli-Joensuu-Kiihtelysvaara-Tuupovaara-Ilomantsi-Koli
After breakfast visit to a local farmhouse to see wooden architecture, local arts and crafts, listen to music played on Kantele and savour Karelian specialities. Overnight at Sokos Hotel Koli in Lieksa. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Koli-Vuonislahti-Lieksa-Kuhmo
After breakfast leave for Kuhmo. Enroute visit Vuonislahti to see the studio and the little log chapel. In the Ruunaa wilderness close to the Finnish-Russian border, take long wooden boat ride, steered by local fishermen. After lunch proceed to Kalevala village, which offers a fascinating look at the old traditions of the Karelian.Overnight at Hotel Kalevala in Kuhmo. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Kuhmo-Kuusamo
After breakfast take a guided tour of the village, continue northwards to Kuusamo. Visit Julma Ölkky, the deepest canyon lake in the area. Overnight at Spa Hotel Kuusamon Tropiikki in Kuusamo. (B, L, D)

Day 6: Kuusamo-Rovaniemi
After breakfast take an excursion to Lake Kitka. On the way to Rovaniemi, visit the coffee cup museum. See the key sights of Rovaniemi and visit Santa’s Workshop at the Arctic Circle and take part in a Lapp ceremony. Overnight at Hotel Rantasipi Pohjanhovi in Rovaniemi. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Rovaniemi-Helsinki
Transfer to Rovaniemi airport for morning flight to Helsinki. Overnight at Sokos hotel, Vaakuna. (B)

Inclusions

Accommodation for 6 nights/ 7 days in Finland with meals as mentioned in the itinerary.

Transportation by private coach

Sightseeing, visits, excursions and entrance fees according to the programme with a multilingual tour leader in Finland

Domestic flight to /from Rovaniemi and Helsinki

Helsinki Service charge and taxes in Finland

Exclusions

Airfare

Airport taxes

Visas

Personal expenses

Anything not mentioned in the ‘inclusions’ list

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Note

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