12 days in Helsinki 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Helsinki side-trips: Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo), Hameenlinna (Ahvenisto & Palander House) and Turku (St Henry's Ecumenical Art Chappel & Turku Castle). There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park, take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church.

To find more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki trip itinerary planning tool .

Cairo, Egypt to Helsinki is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or drive. Plan for much colder temperatures traveling from Cairo in January, with highs in Helsinki at -3°C and lows at -9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can travel back home.