5 days in Finnish Archipelago Itinerary

Sitting at the mouth of the Aura River, Turku is one of Finland's quaintest and most historically rich towns.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): get lost in a book at Turku City Library, then browse the exhibits of Turku Castle, then steep yourself in history at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Turku Cathedral.

To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Turku trip planner .

Sydney, Australia to Turku is an approximately 31-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 8 hours traveling from Sydney to Turku. In August, daily temperatures in Turku can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can go by car to Rauma.

Rauma is a town and municipality of ca. Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): enjoy the sand and surf at Yyteri Beach and then stroll through Kirjurinluoto.

You can plan Rauma trip in no time by asking Inspirock to help create your itinerary.

Getting from Turku to Rauma by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. August in Rauma sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Sat) to allow time for travel back home.