16 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.

On the 31st (Wed), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence. On the next day, take in the spiritual surroundings of Rock Church, get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, brush up on your military savvy at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, then wander the streets of Katajanokka, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral.

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Milan, Italy to Helsinki is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or drive. The time zone changes from Central European Time to Eastern European Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Milan in July, with highs in Helsinki at 25°C and lows at 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can go by car to Kimito Island.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): look for all kinds of wild species at Oro and then get engrossed in the history at Soderlangvik. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: visit a coastal fixture at Archipelago National Park.

To see ratings, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Kimito Island tour planning website .

You can drive from Helsinki to Kimito Island in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Kimito Island are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to drive to Turku.

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

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Turku Castle and Turku Cathedral. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Naantali Old Town and Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova. There's lots more to do: kick back and relax at Vepsa Island, stay fit while traveling at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, get lost in a book at Turku City Library, and let the kids burn off some steam at Adventure Park.

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You can drive from Kimito Island to Turku in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can travel to Mariehamn.

Mariehamn is the capital of Åland, an autonomous territory under Finnish sovereignty. On the 8th (Thu), see the interesting displays at Museumship Pommern, brush up on your military savvy at Aland Maritime Museum, take a leisurely stroll along The Maritime Quarter, then examine the collection at Kastelholm Castle, and finally contemplate the long history of Jan Karlsgården Outdoor museum Jan Karlsgården.

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Traveling by flight from Turku to Mariehamn takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. August in Mariehamn sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to travel to Kuusamo.

Kuusamo is a town and municipality in Finland. Start off your visit on the 9th (Fri): admire the masterpieces at Hannu Hautala Nature Photography Centre, explore the stunning scenery at Julma Olkky, and then look for all kinds of wild species at The Predator Center in Kuusamo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in breathtaking views at Kiutakongas Rapids, stop by Shopping Center Kumpare, and then take an exotic tour of a safari tour.

For other places to visit, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read Kuusamo trip planner .

Fly from Mariehamn to Kuusamo in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of ferry and car. Traveling from Mariehamn in August, plan for slightly colder nights in Kuusamo, with lows around 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Savonlinna.

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

On the 11th (Sun), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Kolovesi National Park. On your second day here, make a trip to Pikkukirkko, explore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kerimaki Church, then see the interesting displays at Lusto - The Finnish Forest Museum, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Siikalahti Wetland.

For other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read Savonlinna trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Kuusamo to Savonlinna takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and train. In August, daytime highs in Savonlinna are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Mon) so you can drive to Kouvola.

Kouvola is a town and municipality in southeastern Finland. Escape the urban bustle at Repovesi National Park and Arboretum Mustila. Get a sense of the local culture at Linden Esplanade and St. Nicholas Orthodox Church. Venture out of the city with trips to Riverside Park (in Kotka) and Vaaksy Canal (in Asikkala).

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You can drive from Savonlinna to Kouvola in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In August in Kouvola, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. On the 15th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.