13 days in Finland Itinerary
13 days in Finland Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Finland journey planner
Start: Dubai
Fly to Vaasa Airport, Drive to Harma
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Harma
— 1 day
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Tampere
— 4 nights
Drive
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Naantali
— 2 nights
Drive
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Helsinki
— 5 nights
Fly
End: Dubai
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Harma
— 1 day

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.
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.
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Tampere
— 4 nights

Manchester of the North
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.
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Side Trips
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Naantali
— 2 nights

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.
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.
Things to do in Naantali
Side Trip
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Helsinki
— 5 nights

Daughter of the Baltic
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 Senate Square. 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: explore the historical opulence of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, get a taste of the local shopping with Old Market Hall, get to know the fascinating history of The Esplanadi Park, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral.
For other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki online journey planner.
Getting from Naantali to Helsinki by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. In August, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Finland travel guide
Land of a Thousand Lakes
Combining vast Nordic wilderness with bustling hip cities, Finland offers something to delight and surprise all its visitors. Generally speaking, the northern region is populated by unspoiled pine forests, glistening blue lakes, and a plethora of interesting wildlife, while the south is home to the nation's thoroughly modern urban centers. Although Finland holds the title of most sparsely populated county in the European Union, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs in cities like Helsinki, Espoo, and Tampere are often packed with fun-loving Finns. Do bring your dancing shoes, but don't forget your hiking boots either--you'll want to make use of the country's 37 national parks, spread throughout this "Land of a Thousand Lakes."