8 days in Finland Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Wed): identify plant and animal life at Archipelago National Park.

For ratings and other tourist information, read Kimito Island travel planner.

Lourdes, France to Kimito Island is an approximately 14.5- hour combination of flight and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Lourdes to Kimito Island. Traveling from Lourdes in June, things will get little chillier in Kimito Island: highs are around 21°C and lows about 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Turku Cathedral, then take an in-depth tour of Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova, then step into the grandiose world of Turku Castle, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Archangel Michael's church.

To see ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Turku trip maker tool.

Traveling by car from Kimito Island to Turku takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Turku are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): take in the spiritual surroundings of Central Pori Church (Keski-Porin kirkko), then take an in-depth tour of Rosenlew Museum, then view the masterpieces at Pori Art Museum, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Yyteri Beach.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Pori online tour planner.

You can drive from Turku to Pori in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June, daytime highs in Pori are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to drive to Savonlinna.

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

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Kerimaki Church, see the interesting displays at Savonlinna Provincial Museum, explore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pikkukirkko, then look for gifts at Taito Shop Savonlinna, and finally step into the grandiose world of Savonlinna Cathedral.

To find reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Savonlinna trip maker app.

Traveling by car from Pori to Savonlinna takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of train and bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough 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.

On the 9th (Sun), wander the streets of Katajanokka, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, then take an in-depth tour of Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and finally explore the historical opulence of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the world behind art at Kansallisgalleria, then hunt for treasures at Hakaniemi Market, then pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, and finally don't miss a visit to The Esplanadi Park.

For reviews, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Helsinki trip builder app.

Traveling by car from Savonlinna to Helsinki takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 21°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.