13 days in Finland Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sun): find something for the whole family at Powerpark.

For ratings, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, use the Harma trip itinerary builder app.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Harma is an approximately 17.5-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Gulf Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time, which is usually a -2 hour difference. Expect cooler temperatures when traveling from Dubai in August; daily highs in Harma reach 22°C and lows reach 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Sun) to allow time for travel to Tampere.

Finland's third largest city, Tampere boasts an array of cultural offerings and a lively music scene.

Bring the kids along to Sarkanniemi Theme Park and Ahtari Zoo. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Tampere: Ahvenisto (in Hameenlinna) and Pori (Yyteri Beach & Juselius Mausoleum). It doesn't end there: kick back and relax at Riihiniemen Uimaranta and admire the landmark architecture of Aleksanterin Kirkko.

To find photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Tampere day trip planning app.

Drive from Harma to Tampere in 3.5 hours. In August, daytime highs in Tampere are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Naantali.

Naantali is a town in south-western Finland, known as one of the most important tourist centres of the country. Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): browse the collection at Turku City Library, then get in on the family fun at Vaski Adventure Island, and then get your game on at Moomin World. On the next day, explore the landscape on two wheels at Bike Rental - by Carfield, then contemplate the long history of Turku Cathedral, then get engrossed in the history at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, and finally learn about all things military at Forum Marinum Maritime Centre.

To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Naantali trip planner.

Drive from Tampere to Naantali in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. August in Naantali sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) so you can drive 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.

Kids will enjoy Temppeliaukio Church and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). You'll find plenty of places to visit near Helsinki: Heureka (in Vantaa) and Porvoo Old Town (in Porvoo). There's much more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence, explore the galleries of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and admire the landmark architecture of Helsinki Central Railway Station.

To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read Helsinki trip app.

You can drive from Naantali to Helsinki in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or fly. In August, daytime highs in Helsinki are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Thu) to allow time for travel back home.