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.

Family-friendly places like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali) will thrill your kids. There's lots more to do: admire the striking features of Temppeliaukio Church, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence, don't miss a visit to Senate Square, and admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria.

For other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Helsinki visit planner.

Harare, Zimbabwe to Helsinki is an approximately 24-hour flight. In April, Helsinki is cooler than Harare - with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) to allow time to 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.

Koli National Park is known for trails, nature, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: fly down the slopes at Ukko-Koli, enjoy breathtaking views from Rasavaara Observation tower, explore the fascinating underground world of Pirunkirkko, and get outside with Neitikoski Rapids.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Helsinki to Koli National Park. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Helsinki in April: highs in Koli National Park hover around 6°C, while lows dip to -2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can travel to Kotka.

Kotka is a city and municipality of Finland.Kotka is located on the coast of the Gulf of Finland at the mouth of Kymi River and it is part of the Kymenlaakso region in southern Finland. Kids will appreciate attractions like Repovesi National Park and Tykkimaen Sauna. Change things up with a short trip to Arboretum Mustila in Elimaki (about 50 minutes away). The adventure continues: trek along Santalahti Nature Trail, take in nature's colorful creations at Sibelius Park, admire the landmark architecture of Varissaari - Fort Elisabeth, and pause for some serene contemplation at Pyhtaa Church of Saint Henry.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Kotka tour app.

Traveling by car from Koli National Park to Kotka takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight. In April in Kotka, expect temperatures between 8°C during the day and -1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.