4 days in Finnish Archipelago Itinerary
4 days in Finnish Archipelago Itinerary
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4 days in Finnish Archipelago Itinerary
Start: London
Fly:
9h
1
Kotka
— 1 day
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Drive:
4h 15min
2
Rauma
— 1 night
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Drive:
2h 45min
3
Hanko
— 1 night
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Fly:
8h 45min
End: London
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1
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Kotka
1
day

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. On the 8th (Sat), contemplate the long history of Kotka Church, look for all kinds of wild species at Riverside Park, admire the landmark architecture of Main Building of Military School, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. John's Church, then admire the landmark architecture of Hamina Fortress, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Saint Peter and Saint Paul Cathedral.
For photos, maps, and more tourist information, use the Kotka trip itinerary builder .
London, UK to Kotka is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from London to Kotka. Expect colder weather when traveling from London in December: highs in Kotka hover around -1°C, while lows dip to -6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Rauma.
For photos, maps, and more tourist information, use the Kotka trip itinerary builder .
London, UK to Kotka is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from London to Kotka. Expect colder weather when traveling from London in December: highs in Kotka hover around -1°C, while lows dip to -6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Rauma.
Things to do in Kotka
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Hamina
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Kotka Church
10:00am, Sat Dec 8

Hamina Town Hall
5:30pm, Sat Dec 8

St. John's Church
3:00pm, Sat Dec 8
1
night
Rauma
1
night

Rauma is a town and municipality of ca. Start off your visit on the 9th (Sun): brush up on your military savvy at Rauman Merimuseo - Rauma Maritime Museum, see the interesting displays at Marela Museum House, take an in-depth tour of The Old Town Hall Museum, then get to know the fascinating history of Old Rauma, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at The Church of the Holy Cross.
For traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read Rauma online travel planner .
Drive from Kotka to Rauma in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 1°C in December, and nighttime lows around -5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Hanko.
For traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read Rauma online travel planner .
Drive from Kotka to Rauma in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 1°C in December, and nighttime lows around -5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Hanko.
Things to do in Rauma
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Old Rauma
4:00pm, Sun Dec 9

Rauman Merimuseo - Rauma Maritime Museum
10:00am, Sun Dec 9

Marela Museum House
12:30pm, Sun Dec 9
1
night
Hanko
1
night

Hanko is a bilingual port town and municipality on the south coast of Finland, 130km west of Helsinki. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): don't miss a visit to Gunnarstrand and then enjoy the sand and surf at Bellevue Beach.
To see traveler tips, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Hanko day trip tool .
Drive from Rauma to Hanko in 3 hours. In December, daytime highs in Hanko are 1°C, while nighttime lows are -4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can travel back home.
To see traveler tips, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Hanko day trip tool .
Drive from Rauma to Hanko in 3 hours. In December, daytime highs in Hanko are 1°C, while nighttime lows are -4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can travel back home.
Things to do in Hanko
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