11 days in Kuusamo & Helsinki Itinerary

Kuusamo is a town and municipality in Finland. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Syote National Park and Riisitunturi National Park. Bring the kids along to Kiutakongas Rapids and Hannu Hautala Nature Photography Centre. Get out of town with these interesting Kuusamo side-trips: Pieni Karhunkierros Trail (in Juuma) and Pentik Hill (in Posio). There's lots more to do: stop by Shopping Center Kumpare, wander the wide-open spaces of Kujala Reindeer Farm, and experience rural life at Palosaari Reindeer and Fishing Farm.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Kuusamo trip itinerary website.

Tel Aviv, Israel to Kuusamo is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Tel Aviv in July, with highs in Kuusamo at 22°C and lows at 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Helsinki.

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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area. Step out of the city life by going to Nuuksio National Park and Arboretum Mustila. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Helsinki: Teijo National Park (in Pernio), Porvoo (Castle Hill & Porvoo Old Town) and Hiidenkirnut (in Askola). Pack the 11th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's much more to do: take in the dramatic natural features at Hiidenvuori, admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our Helsinki vacation maker.

Traveling by flight from Kuusamo to Helsinki takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In July, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can travel back home.