12 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.

Tallinn Old Town has been added to your itinerary. Get some cultural insight at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Kansallisgalleria. Explore hidden gems such as Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Hakaniemi Market. There's still lots to do: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), and find something for the whole family at Linnanmaki Amusement Park.

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Singapore, Singapore to Helsinki is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You can also fly. The time zone changes from Singapore Standard Time (SGT) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET), which is usually a -6 hour difference. Prepare for cooler weather when traveling from Singapore in June: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around 21°C and lows are around 11°C. You will have some time to spend on the 11th (Tue) before leaving for Turku.

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

On the 11th (Tue), get engrossed in the history at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, then explore the galleries of Turku Castle, and then examine the collection at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: browse the different shops at Kauppakeskus Mylly, then admire the striking features of St Henry's Ecumenical Art Chappel, then take an in-depth tour of Ett Hem Museum, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Turku Cathedral.

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Traveling by car from Helsinki to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or fly. In June, daytime highs in Turku are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. You'll have a few hours on the 13th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling 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 13th (Thu): see the interesting displays at The Finnish Labour Museum Werstas, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Finlayson Church, and then examine the collection at Tampere City Library, Metso. Keep things going the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at Sarkanniemi Theme Park.

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Take a train from Turku to Tampere in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Tampere can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. You'll have a few hours on the 15th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Oulu.

Oulu is a city and municipality of inhabitants in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. On the 15th (Sat), see the interesting displays at Pohjois-Pohjanmaan museo, then browse the eclectic array of goods at Kauppahalli, and then pause for some photo ops at Toripolliisi.

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You can take a train from Tampere to Oulu in 5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of train and flight; or drive. In June in Oulu, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time to take a train to Rovaniemi.

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

On the 16th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see Santa Claus Office, stroll the grounds of German Soldier s Cemetery, get engrossed in the history at Arktikum, take an in-depth tour of Rovaniemi Local History Museum, then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, and finally Head underground at Syvasenvaara Fell.

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Traveling by train from Oulu to Rovaniemi takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 18°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.