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.

Visit Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Cathedral for their historical value. Take a break from the city and head to Aurinkolahti Beach and Korkeasaari Zoo. Pack the 18th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's lots more to do: kick back and relax at Hietaranta Beach, wander the streets of Ullanlinna, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Rock Church, and make a trip to The Esplanadi Park.

For traveler tips, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Helsinki journey planning site .

Singapore, Singapore to Helsinki is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or do a combination of flight and train. You'll gain 6 hours traveling from Singapore to Helsinki due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Singapore in November, things will get cooler in Helsinki: highs are around 5°C and lows about 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Turku.

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

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of Turku Cathedral, kick back and relax at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, then step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle, and finally have fun at Moomin World.

To find maps, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Turku route planning tool .

Traveling by car from Helsinki to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Turku can reach 5°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can go by car to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. On the 21st (Wed), stop by Porin Kauppahalli, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Yyteri Beach, then examine the collection at Villa Mairea, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Central Pori Church (Keski-Porin kirkko).

To find more things to do, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Pori online driving holiday planner .

Traveling by car from Turku to Pori takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In November, daily temperatures in Pori can reach 5°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can drive to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Thu): kick back and relax at Suolijarvi Beach, stroll through Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower, then contemplate the long history of Amuri Museum of Workers' Housing, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Tampere Cathedral.

To see where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Tampere holiday builder website .

You can drive from Pori to Tampere in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In November in Tampere, expect temperatures between 3°C during the day and -1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) to allow time to travel to Rovaniemi.

An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, and then get in on the family fun at Santa Claus Village.

For where to stay, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read Rovaniemi itinerary website .

Traveling by combination of train and flight from Tampere to Rovaniemi takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Tampere in November, things will get a bit cooler in Rovaniemi: highs are around -2°C and lows about -7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to travel back home.