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.

Get outdoors at Nuuksio National Park and Sipoonkorven Kansallispuisto. Get a sense of the local culture at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna and Rock Church. There's much more to do: take a stroll through Katajanokka, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Helsinki Cathedral, and take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum.

For reviews, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read our Helsinki trip itinerary planner .

Copenhagen, Denmark to Helsinki is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of train and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Copenhagen to Helsinki is 1 hour. In May, daily temperatures in Helsinki can reach 18°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to go by car 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. Linden Esplanade and Hamina Old Town are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get outdoors at Arboretum Mustila and Riverside Park. Explore Kotka's surroundings by going to Hiidenvuori (in Iitti), Stromforsin ruukki (in Ruotsinpyhtaa) and Niivermaki Nature Conservation Area (in Kouvola). The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Beach Mansikkalahti, trek along Santalahti Nature Trail, and admire the striking features of Varissaari - Fort Elisabeth.

To see maps, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Kotka online driving holiday planner .

Traveling by car from Helsinki to Kotka takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 18°C, and evening lows to 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to travel to Koli National Park.

Escape the urban bustle at Patvinsuon Kansallispuisto and Venajanhiekka.

For other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Koli National Park day trip planning app .

You can drive from Kotka to Koli National Park in 5 hours. Another option is to fly. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in May, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to travel to Rovaniemi.

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

Get some cultural insight at Arktikum and Santa's House of Snowmobiles. Escape the urban bustle at Safaris and Syvasenvaara Fell. Step out of Rovaniemi with an excursion to Pyha-Luosto National Park in Pyhatunturi--about 1h 30 min away. There's lots more to do: get in on the family fun at Santa Claus Village, explore the different monuments and memorials at German Soldier s Cemetery, and look for all kinds of wild species at Poro Farmi.

To see traveler tips, photos, ratings, and tourist information, read Rovaniemi trip planner.

Getting from Koli National Park to Rovaniemi by car takes about 6 hours. Other options: fly. When traveling from Koli National Park in May, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Rovaniemi: temperatures range from 12°C by day to 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Akaslompolo.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Fri): glide through natural beauty at Levi Ski Resort. Here are some ideas for day two: take an exotic tour of a safari tour and then head outdoors with Seven Fells Up.

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You can drive from Rovaniemi to Akaslompolo in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Akaslompolo can reach 11°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) early enough to drive to Inari.

Inari is Finland's largest, most sparsely populated municipality, with four official languages, more than any other in the country. Get in touch with nature at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Lemmenjoki National Park. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Pielpajarvi Wilderness Church and Siida. When in Inari, make a side trip to see Saariselka Ski & Sport Resort in Saariselka, approximately 1h 05 min away.

Before you visit Inari, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

You can drive from Akaslompolo to Inari in 4 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a bus. May in Inari sees daily highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) so you can travel to Vaasa.

Vaasa is a city on the west coast of Finland. Get in touch with nature at Kvarken Archipelago World Heritage Site and Edvinin Taidepuisto Ja Korsukyla. Get a sense of the local culture at Pohjanmaan Museo - Osterbottens Museum and Tikanoja Art Museum.

To see other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Vaasa trip planner .

You can fly from Inari to Vaasa in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Inari in May, expect nights in Vaasa to be about the same, around 4°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) 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.

Get some cultural insight at Pihamaa Estate & Winery and Amuri Museum of Workers' Housing. Escape the urban bustle at Seitsemisen Kansallispuisto and Yyteri Beach. The adventure continues: stroll through Riihiniemen Uimaranta, kick back and relax at Rauhaniemi Beach, soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, and see the interesting displays at Vapriikin Museokeskus.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Tampere driving holiday planner.

Take a train from Vaasa to Tampere in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to take a train to Turku.

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

Step out of the city life by going to Teijo national park and The Archipelago Trail. Naantali Old Town and Turku Cathedral are good opportunities to explore the local culture. When in Turku, make a side trip to see Bellevue Beach in Hanko, approximately 1h 25 min away. There's much more to do: identify plant and animal life at Vepsa Island, enjoy the sand and surf at Ispoinen Beach and Sauna, examine the collection at Ett Hem Museum, and admire the landmark architecture of St Henry's Ecumenical Art Chappel.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Turku online holiday planner .

You can take a train from Tampere to Turku in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and flight. May in Turku sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can travel back home.