29 days in Finland Itinerary

Oulu is a city and municipality of inhabitants in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Nallikari Beach and Kauppahalli. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Pohjoisen Valokuvakeskus and Raahe Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Oulu: Luovon Puoji (in Hailuoto), Sampo Icebreaker (in Kemi) and Kierikki Stone Age Centre (in Yli-Ii). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at Oulun Automuseo and identify plant and animal life at Hupisaaret Park.

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Adelaide, Australia to Oulu is an approximately 32-hour flight. Traveling from Adelaide to Oulu, you'll gain 7.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from Adelaide in April; daily highs in Oulu reach 5°C and lows reach -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Kuusamo.

Kuusamo is a town and municipality in Finland. Take a break from the city and head to Ruka and Kiutakongas Rapids. Discover out-of-the-way places like Jalavan Kauppa and Palosaari Reindeer and Fishing Farm. Step out of Kuusamo to go to Juuma and see Pieni Karhunkierros Trail, which is approximately 38 minutes away. The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Hannu Hautala Nature Photography Centre.

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You can drive from Oulu to Kuusamo in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Oulu in April, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Kuusamo, with lows of -6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can drive to Levi.

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

Escape the urban bustle at Levi Ski Resort and Torassieppi Reindeer Farm & Cottages. Shop till you drop at LUVATTUMAA - Levi Ice Gallery and Elan Ski Shop & Rental. And it doesn't end there: bet on your favorite at Icekarting Levi, make a trip to Giewont Husky Adventures, and experience rural life at Ounaskievari Reindeer Farm.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Levi trip site.

Traveling by car from Kuusamo to Levi takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 3°C in April, and nighttime lows around -4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) early enough to travel to Tampere.

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

Visiting Seitsemisen Kansallispuisto and Riihiniemen Uimaranta will get you outdoors. Head to Laukko Manor and Galleria Rongafor some retail therapy. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Vapriikin Museokeskus, take in the spiritual surroundings of Tampereen Tuomiokirkko, and kick back and relax at Rauhaniemi Beach.

To see where to stay, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Tampere trip itinerary planning app.

You can fly from Levi to Tampere in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or drive. When traveling from Levi in April, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Tampere: temperatures range from 8°C by day to -1°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Turku.

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

Get some cultural insight at Turku Castle and Turku Cathedral. Step off the beaten path and head to Pori Art Museum and Teijo National Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Turku: Bellevue Beach (in Hanko) and Ruokapuoti Lumo (in Rauma). There's more to do: kick back and relax at Vepsa Island and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Archangel Michael's church.

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Traveling by car from Tampere to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. April in Turku sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive 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. Step out of the city life by going to Arboretum Mustila and Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area. Explore hidden gems such as Linden Esplanade and St. Nicholas Orthodox Church. Get out of town with these interesting Kotka side-trips: Hiidenvuori (in Iitti) and Salpa Line Museum (in Miehikkala). It doesn't end there: enjoy the sand and surf at Beach Mansikkalahti and get engrossed in the history at Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Lodge Museum.

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Getting from Turku to Kotka by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 8°C, and evening lows to -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to drive to Imatra.

Although predominately an industrial town, Imatra boasts a long and impressive history of tourism, largely owing to its fierce rapids, considered to have been Finland's first ever tourist attraction.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Mon): contemplate the waterfront views at Siikalahti Wetland, then stop by MyGoodKnife, and then step off the mainland to explore Lammassaari Island. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue): admire the sheer force of Imatra Waterfall, then admire the landmark architecture of Lappeen Marian kirkko, and then get engrossed in the history at Wolkoff House Museum.

To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Imatra online journey planner.

Getting from Kotka to Imatra by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 8°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue) to allow time to drive 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.

Get some cultural insight at Mannerheim Museum and Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum. For shopping fun, head to Hakaniemi Market or Okra. Explore Helsinki's surroundings by going to Nasin Kartanon Galleria (in Porvoo), Raseborg (Raseborg Castle & Hagen - Ramsholmen - Hogholmen) and Jarvenpaan Taidemuseo (in Jarvenpaa). Spend the 28th (Sun) exploring nature at Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, take a stroll through Ullanlinna, take in the exciting artwork at ARTag Gallery, and enjoy the sand and surf at Aurinkolahti Beach.

To see more things to do, maps, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Helsinki trip planning site.

Drive from Imatra to Helsinki in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. April in Helsinki sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Mon) to allow time for travel back home.