14 days in Finland Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Tue): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, examine the collection at Vapriikin Museokeskus, then walk around Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower, and finally identify plant and animal life at Hatanpaa Arboretum. On your second day here, explore the striking landscape of Seitsemisen Kansallispuisto.

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Montpellier, France to Tampere is an approximately 10.5-hour combination of flight and train. You can also drive; or do a combination of car, train, and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 1 hour. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Montpellier in July: high temperatures in Tampere hover around 24°C and lows are around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Rauma.

Rauma is a town and municipality of ca. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Thu): learn about all things military at Rauman Merimuseo - Rauma Maritime Museum, get engrossed in the history at The Old Town Hall Museum, get to know the fascinating history of Old Rauma, then enjoy the sea views from Kylmapihlaja Lighthouse Island, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at The Church of the Holy Cross.

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Traveling by car from Tampere to Rauma takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, daytime highs in Rauma are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Turku.

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

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Turku Castle and Naantali Old Town. Your inner history buff will appreciate Turku Cathedral and Archangel Michael's church. Next up on the itinerary: see the interesting displays at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, identify plant and animal life at Vepsa Island, work off some steam at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, and admire the masterpieces at Waino Aaltonen Museum of Art.

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You can drive from Rauma to Turku in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Turku are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to travel to Mariehamn.

Mariehamn is the capital of Åland, an autonomous territory under Finnish sovereignty. On the 22nd (Mon), examine the collection at Museumship Pommern, learn about all things military at Aland Maritime Museum, then see the interesting displays at Kastelholm Castle, and finally steep yourself in history at The Maritime Quarter.

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Traveling by flight from Turku to Mariehamn takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In July, daily temperatures in Mariehamn can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can travel to Savonlinna.

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

On the 23rd (Tue), take in the history at Salpa Line, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kerimaki Church, then see the interesting displays at Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, then step into the grandiose world of Olavinlinna Castle, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Pikkukirkko.

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Traveling by flight from Mariehamn to Savonlinna takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In July, daytime highs in Savonlinna are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. On the 24th (Wed), you'll 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): look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, see the interesting displays at Siida - Sami Museum and Nature Center, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church.

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Fly from Savonlinna to Inari in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. When traveling from Savonlinna in July, plan for slightly colder days in Inari, with highs around 20°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to travel 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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Kansallisgalleria. Appreciate the collections at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Natural History Museum (Luonnontieteellinen Museo). Take a break from Helsinki with a short trip to Cathedral of Porvoo in Porvoo, about 48 minutes away. There's lots more to do: admire the striking features of Temppeliaukio Church, pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, make a trip to The Esplanadi Park, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

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Fly from Inari to Helsinki in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Inari in July: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around 25°C and lows are around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Sun) to allow time for travel back home.