14 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.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Mon): explore the world behind art at Design Museum and then take a stroll through Ullanlinna. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, learn about all things military at Fortress of Suomenlinna, then contemplate the long history of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and finally stroll through Hietaranta Beach.

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Berlin, Germany to Helsinki is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and ferry; or drive. Traveling from Berlin to Helsinki, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 10°C in October, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Koli National Park.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Thu): explore the striking landscape of Patvinsuon Kansallispuisto. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at Koli Nature Centre Ukko, hike along Ukko-Koli Hill, and then explore the activities along Pielinen.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Helsinki to Koli National Park. While traveling from Helsinki, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Koli National Park, ranging from highs of 6°C to lows of 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to travel to Savonlinna.

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

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kerimaki Church, then examine the collection at Savonlinna Provincial Museum, then explore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Savonlinna Cathedral.

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Traveling by car from Koli National Park to Savonlinna takes 3 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 7°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to travel to Kuusamo.

Kuusamo is a town and municipality in Finland. Start off your visit on the 21st (Sun): look for gifts at Shopping Center Kumpare, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Pieni Karhunkierros Trail, and then take in breathtaking views at Kiutakongas Rapids. On the next day, explore the stunning scenery at Julma Olkky and then get outside with Karhunkierros.

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Getting from Savonlinna to Kuusamo by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and flight. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Savonlinna in October, with highs in Kuusamo at 3°C and lows at -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can travel to Muonio.

Muonio is a municipality of Finland.The town is located in far northern Finland above the Arctic Circle on the country's western border, within the area of the former Lappi province. On the 23rd (Tue), ski along the peaceful trails at Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park and then take in the dramatic natural features at Keimiotunturi Fell. Keep things going the next day: glide through natural beauty at Torassieppi Reindeer Farm & Cottages, then contemplate the waterfront views at Pakasaivo, and then contemplate the long history of Keimioniemi Fishing Cabins.

For where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Muonio sightseeing planner.

Drive from Kuusamo to Muonio in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. In October, daily temperatures in Muonio can reach 1°C, while at night they dip to -3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can travel to Inari.

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Kick off your visit on the 25th (Thu): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Lemmenjoki National Park. On the 26th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: pause for some serene contemplation at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church, then see the interesting displays at Siida, and then relax in the rural setting at Reindeer Farm Petri Mattus.

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Traveling by car from Muonio to Inari takes 3 hours. October in Inari sees daily highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to travel to Turku.

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

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sat): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Archangel Michael's church, explore the galleries of Turku Castle, then delve into the distant past at Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Turku Cathedral. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Sun): enjoy the sand and surf at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna and then head off the coast to Vepsa Island.

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You can do a combination of shuttle and flight from Inari to Turku in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle, flight, and train; or drive. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Inari in October: high temperatures in Turku hover around 10°C and lows are around 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can travel back home.