10 days in Northern Savonia Itinerary

Kuopio is a city and a municipality located in the region of Northern Savonia, Finland. Escape the urban bustle at Valkeisenlampi and Snellman Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Kuopio: Varkaus (Varkaus Water Tower Terrace & Mekaanisen Musiikin Museo), Southern Konnevesi National park (in Rautalampi) and Orinoro Gorge (in Leppavirta). There's lots more to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Puijo Tower, browse the different shops at Matkus Shopping Center, see the interesting displays at Kuopion Korttelimuseo, and pause for some serene contemplation at Lutheran Cathedral.

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Mumbai, India to Kuopio is an approximately 20.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time (IST) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is minus 3.5 hours. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from Mumbai in October, with highs in Kuopio at 7°C and lows at 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to travel to Rautavaara.

Rautavaara is a municipality of Finland.It is located in the province of Eastern Finland and is part of the Northern Savonia region. On the 15th (Thu), explore the striking landscape of Tiilikkajarven Kansallispuisto. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the landmark architecture of Jyrkkakosken Ruukki and then enjoy the sand and surf at Venajanhiekka.

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Traveling by car from Kuopio to Rautavaara takes 1.5 hours. In October in Rautavaara, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and 1°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can travel back home.