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.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Temppeliaukio Church. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Nuuksio National Park and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. Pack the 1st (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's much more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence, wander the streets of Ullanlinna, and examine the collection at Design Museum.

To see traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki online trip maker.

Newark, USA to Helsinki is an approximately 14-hour combination of car and flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Newark to Helsinki is 7 hours. Traveling from Newark in July, expect Helsinki to be slightly colder, temps between 71°F and 55°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can travel to Koli National Park.

Although many Koli National Park tours revolve around the majestic natural landscape, there are still plenty of things to see and do for those pursuing culture and heritage.

Get outdoors at Paha-Koli Hill and Kolinuuron kierros Nature Trail. There's much more to do: stroll through Akka-Koli Hill, contemplate the waterfront views at Pielinen, hike along Ukko-Koli Hill, and explore the striking landscape at Uhrihalkeama.

To see reviews, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, use the Koli National Park trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Helsinki to Koli National Park. August in Koli National Park sees daily highs of 67°F and lows of 52°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) early enough to travel to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. On the 6th (Tue), take in the dramatic natural features at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site.

To see traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Vaasa tour itinerary website.

Traveling by car from Koli National Park to Vaasa takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight. In August, daily temperatures in Vaasa can reach 67°F, while at night they dip to 51°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 7th (Wed): stroll through Herrainpaivat Beach, then kick back and relax at Yyteri Beach, and then view the masterpieces at Pori Art Museum.

To find traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Pori day trip website.

Traveling by car from Vaasa to Pori takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August in Pori, expect temperatures between 67°F during the day and 51°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough 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 8th (Thu): step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle, get your game on at Moomin World, and then visit Naantali Old Town. Here are some ideas for day two: kick back and relax at Vepsa Island.

To find ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Naantali online tour planner.

Drive from Pori to Naantali in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August in Naantali, expect temperatures between 68°F during the day and 51°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Fri) to allow time for travel back home.