32 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali). Step out of the city life by going to Aurinkolahti Beach and Pihlajasaari Recreational Park. Pack the 7th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Linnanmaki Amusement Park. There's still lots to do: admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kamppi Chapel of Silence, take a stroll through Ullanlinna, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral.

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Ahmedabad, India to Helsinki is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone changes from India Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time, which is usually a -3.5 hour difference. Prepare for cooler weather when traveling from Ahmedabad in October: high temperatures in Helsinki hover around °C and lows are around °C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Tampere.

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

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Vanha Kirkko and Holy Cross Church. Get outdoors at Rauhaniemi Beach and Yyteri Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Tampere side-trips: Juselius Mausoleum (in Pori) and Hameenlinna (Birthplace of Jean Sibelius & Sibelius Center). Pack the 12th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Sarkanniemi Theme Park. There's more to do: stroll around Pyynikki Park and Observation Tower and enjoy the sand and surf at Suolijarvi Beach.

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Traveling by car from Helsinki to Tampere takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around °C in October, and nighttime lows around °C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can 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.

Popular historic sites such as Turku Castle and Old Rauma are in your itinerary. Do some cultural sightseeing at Turku Cathedral and Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova. Venture out of the city with trips to The Church of the Holy Cross (in Rauma) and Kurjenrahka National Park (in Poytya). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, examine the collection at Luostarinmaen Kasityolaismuseo, browse the different shops at Kauppakeskus Mylly, and steep yourself in history at Kuusisto Manor.

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Traveling by car from Tampere to Turku takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In October in Turku, expect temperatures between °C during the day and °C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 16th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Akaslompolo.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Wed): get outside with Seven Fells Up.

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Traveling by flight from Turku to Akaslompolo takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Turku in October, with highs in Akaslompolo at °C and lows at °C. On the 17th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Saariselka.

Outdoor pursuits--ranging from cross-country skiing and snowmobiling to reindeer safaris and chasing Northern Lights--draw the largest number of tourists to Saariselka.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Thu): get outside with Lake Inari and then fly down the slopes at Urho Kekkonen National Park. On your second day here, gear up at Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort.

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Traveling by car from Akaslompolo to Saariselka takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. October in Saariselka sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 20th (Sat) before leaving for Mustasaari.

Korsholm is a municipality of Finland. Pohjanmaan Museo - Osterbottens Museum and Lebellska kopmansgarden are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Escape the urban bustle at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site and Setterbergin Puisto. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Mustasaari: Hietasaaren uimaranta (in Vaasa), Ulrika Eleonora Church (in Kristiinankaupunki) and Salgrund Pilot Station (in Kaskinen). It doesn't end there: snap pictures at Raippaluodon Silta.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Saariselka to Mustasaari. In October, Mustasaari is somewhat warmer than Saariselka - with highs of °C and lows of °C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 24th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Olavinlinna Castle and Savonlinna Cathedral. Get some historical perspective at Pikkukirkko and Joutsenon kirkko. Venture out of the city with trips to Linnansaari National Park (in Rantasalmi), Saimaa Canal (in Lappeenranta) and Puumalan Lake (in Puumala). The adventure continues: admire the sheer force of Imatra Waterfall, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Tainionkosken Church, contemplate the long history of Detachment Kuhlmey, and learn about all things military at Imatra Veteran’s Home Museum.

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You can drive from Mustasaari to Imatra in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight. October in Imatra sees daily highs of °C and lows of °C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can catch the train to Lahti.

Lahti is a city and municipality in Finland.Lahti is the capital of the Päijänne Tavastia region. Take a break from the city and head to Repovesi National Park and Valkmusa National Park. The adventure continues: take a stroll around Sibelius Hall, admire the local landmark of Musical Fountain, and fly down the slopes at Messila Maailma Oy Ski Center.

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Traveling by train from Imatra to Lahti takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Lahti are °C, while nighttime lows are °C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.