8 days in Finland Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 5th (Wed): enjoy the sea views from Archipelago National Park.

To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Kimito Island driving holiday planner.

Lourdes, France to Kimito Island is an approximately 17-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Lourdes to Kimito Island. Traveling from Lourdes in June, expect Kimito Island to be a bit cooler, temps between 21°C and 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.

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

To find photos, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Turku trip builder website .

Drive from Kimito Island to Turku in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Turku can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can go by car to Pori.

Pori is a city and municipality on the west coast of Finland. Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): pause for some serene contemplation at Central Pori Church (Keski-Porin kirkko), 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.

For where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read Pori online tour builder .

Getting from Turku to Pori by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In June in Pori, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can drive to Savonlinna.

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

Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kerimaki Church, examine the collection at Savonlinna Provincial Museum, explore the historical opulence of Olavinlinna Castle, then make a trip to Pikkukirkko, then look for gifts at Taito Shop Savonlinna, and finally explore the historical opulence of Savonlinna Cathedral.

For traveler tips, maps, photos, and tourist information, go to the Savonlinna trip planner.

Getting from Pori to Savonlinna by car takes about 6 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of train and bus. In June in Savonlinna, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to go by car 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.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sun): take a stroll through Katajanokka, take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), take in the spiritual surroundings of Rock Church, then steep yourself in history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, and finally steep yourself in history at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at Kansallisgalleria, then shop like a local with Hakaniemi Market, then pause for some serene contemplation at Helsinki Cathedral, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of The Esplanadi Park.

For where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Helsinki online sightseeing planner .

You can drive from Savonlinna to Helsinki in 4 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. June in Helsinki sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.