21 days in Finland Itinerary

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

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Old Rauma and Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova. Step off the beaten path and head to Turku Castle and Turku Cathedral. Go for a jaunt from Turku to Pernio to see Teijo National Park about 1h 15 min away. The adventure continues: make a trip to Naantali Old Town, get lost in a book at Turku City Library, and examine the collection at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo.

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Berlin, Germany to Turku is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Berlin to Turku is 1 hour. June in Turku sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to take a train to Tampere.

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

Your inner history buff will appreciate Tampereen Tuomiokirkko and Laurinmaki nature and culture area, Crofter's Museum. Visiting Hatanpaa Arboretum and Seitsemisen Kansallispuisto will get you outdoors. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Tampere: Evo Hiking Area (in Hameenlinna) and Yyteri Beach (in Pori). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Vapriikin Museokeskus, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and take in panoramic vistas at Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower.

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You can take a train from Turku to Tampere in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of flight and train. In June, daily temperatures in Tampere can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to catch the train to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): head off the coast to Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site. On the next day, pause for some serene contemplation at Kasarmintori ja ortodoksinen kirkko, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Mustasaaren kirkko, then enjoy the sand and surf at Hietasaaren uimaranta, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Saltkaret.

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You can take a train from Tampere to Vaasa in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in June, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) early enough to travel to Levi.

Finland's largest and most popular ski resort, the fell of Levi provides excellent slopes and lively nightlife in an enchanting setting.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Wed): don't miss a visit to Snow Village, then explore and take pictures at Icekarting Levi, and then see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: glide through natural beauty at Levi Ski Resort.

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Getting from Vaasa to Levi by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In June in Levi, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 7°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can go by car to Rovaniemi.

An urban center set amongst the great Arctic wilderness, Rovaniemi serves as the capital of Lapland province.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Nature & Wildlife Tours and Poro Farmi. Get outdoors at Arctic Emotions Oy and Safaris. There's much more to do: explore the striking landscape at Hiidenkirnut, don't miss a visit to Santa Claus Village, enjoy some diversion at Santa Claus Office, and stop by LAURI Handicraft Shop & Atelier.

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Drive from Levi to Rovaniemi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June in Rovaniemi, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) early enough to travel to Savonlinna.

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

On the 1st (Mon), pause for some serene contemplation at Pikkukirkko, explore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, pause for some photo ops at Olavinlinnan Musta Passi, pause for some serene contemplation at Kirkkoniemen Kellotapuli, then pause for some serene contemplation at Paaskylahden kirkko, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kerimaki Church.

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Traveling by flight from Rovaniemi to Savonlinna takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or drive. In July in Savonlinna, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) to allow time to drive to Kouvola.

Kouvola is a town and municipality in southeastern Finland. Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Tue): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Repovesi National Park. Here are some ideas for day two: take a peaceful walk through Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area, look for all kinds of wild species at Arboretum Mustila, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Sapokka Water Garden.

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Drive from Savonlinna to Kouvola in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In July in Kouvola, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Wed) to allow enough time to take a train 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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Temppeliaukion Church and Sea Fortress Suomenlinna. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum and Mannerheim Museum. Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Porvoo (Cathedral of Porvoo & Porvoo Old Town). Spend the 6th (Sat) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence, and take a stroll through Katajanokka.

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Getting from Kouvola to Helsinki by train takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Helsinki are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can travel back home.