13 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.

Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali) will appeal to history buffs. Get a sense of the local culture at Katajanokka and Temppeliaukio Church. Next up on the itinerary: take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, kick back and relax at Hietaranta Beach, look for gifts at Artisaani, and stroll through Aurinkolahti Beach.

For ratings, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki day trip planner.

Singapore, Singapore to Helsinki is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Singapore Standard Time (SGT) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is minus 6 hours. Traveling from Singapore in December, expect Helsinki to be much colder, temps between 3°C and -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can drive to Savonlinna.

The picturesque town of Savonlinna sits on two islands surrounded by shimmering lakes and lush greenery.

On the 27th (Thu), look for gifts at Taito Shop Savonlinna, then step into the grandiose world of Olavinlinna Castle, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Pikkukirkko.

To see photos, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Savonlinna holiday planning site.

Getting from Helsinki to Savonlinna by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: fly; or take a train. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Helsinki in December: high temperatures in Savonlinna hover around -1°C and lows are around -7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) early enough to travel to Asikkala.

Asikkala is a municipality of Finland. Start off your visit on the 28th (Fri): pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Hollola and then learn about winemaking at Pihamaa Estate & Winery.

For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Asikkala trip planner.

Getting from Savonlinna to Asikkala by car takes about 3 hours. In December in Asikkala, expect temperatures between -1°C during the day and -6°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Turku.

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

Turku Castle and Turku Cathedral will appeal to history buffs. Museum-lovers will get to explore Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova and Louhisaari Manor. There's much more to do: buy something for everyone on your list at Turun Kauppahalli, soothe aching muscles at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, and admire the striking features of St Henry's Ecumenical Art Chappel.

To see reviews, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Turku tour planning site.

You can drive from Asikkala to Turku in 3.5 hours. In December, daytime highs in Turku are 1°C, while nighttime lows are -4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can drive to Hanko.

Hanko is a bilingual port town and municipality on the south coast of Finland, 130km west of Helsinki. On the 1st (Tue), kick back and relax at Bellevue Beach and then enjoy breathtaking views from Hanko Water Tower.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Hanko trip maker website.

Drive from Turku to Hanko in 2 hours. In January, daytime highs in Hanko are -3°C, while nighttime lows are -9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.