10 days in Finland Itinerary

Finland's largest and most populated metropolis, the maritime town of Helsinki boasts varied architecture, a lively cafe culture, and plethora of picturesque natural delights.

Kids will enjoy Temppeliaukio Church and Sea Fortress Suomenlinna. Step out of Helsinki to go to Espoo and see Nuuksio National Park, which is approximately 48 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and admire the landmark architecture of Helsinki Central Railway Station.

To see ratings, maps, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Helsinki trip itinerary maker app.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Helsinki is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also drive. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Dubai to Helsinki due to the time zone difference. Prepare for much colder weather when traveling from Dubai in August: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around 24°C and lows are around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 7th (Wed): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Mustasaaren kirkko, then examine the collection at Pohjanmaan Museo - Osterbottens Museum, and then step off the mainland to explore Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site.

For other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Vaasa vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from Helsinki to Vaasa takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In August, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can travel to Lieksa.

Lieksa is a town and municipality of Finland.It is located in the province of Eastern Finland and is part of the North Karelia region. Bring the kids along to Utra Beach and Paalasmaan Surukivi. Venture out of the city with trips to Koli National Park (Uhrihalkeama, Ukko-Koli Hill, &more), Koli Shop Retkitupa (in Koli) and Joensuu (Sculpture Susi Kosiomatkalla & Botania - Botanical Garden and Tropical Butterfly Garden). There's more to do: make a trip to Paateri and see the interesting displays at Pielisen Museum.

For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Lieksa day trip website.

You can drive from Vaasa to Lieksa in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and car. In August, daytime highs in Lieksa are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.