Finland Vacation: 9 day Family Trip with

Scenic Finland by Train

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Culture; Countryside; Finland; Trains; Independent tour;

Tour Southern Finland's major cities by train and stay at hotels nestled in a beautiful natural setting near water, providing a taste of the enchanting Finnish landscape at its most typical. The highlight of the tour is a scenic cruise on a blue lake. Helsinki is a city of contrasts, ...

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Destination:: Finland

Trip Length:: 9 days

Price Range:: From $2302 per person See what this includes and what this excludes

Best Time to Go:: May 31, 2009 to Aug 12, 2009

Recommended for:: 31 - 35, 36 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 55, 56 - 60, 61 - 70, 71 - 80
Married, Singles
Family Trip, Romantic Getaway, Summer Vacation

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Tour Southern Finland's major cities by train and stay at hotels nestled in a beautiful natural setting near water, providing a taste of the enchanting Finnish landscape at its most typical. The highlight of the tour is a scenic cruise on a blue lake. Helsinki is a city of contrasts, a high-tech metropolis by the sea with proximity to peaceful and quiet natural surroundings. The city offers a wide selection of museums, exhibitions, culture and shopping. Hämeenlinna, the birthplace of Finland’s greatest composer Jean Sibelius, is a small lakeside town. Its main landmark is the Häme Castle, dating back to the end of the 13th century. Tampere, a city of blue lakes and green parks, had an important role in the early stages of industrialisation in Finland. The river is the heart of Turku and in summer the riverbanks are pulsing with life.

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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - On the Plane

Depart the US

Depart the east coast USA on your transatlantic flight, other US cities available, please inquire

Day 2 - Finland

Arrive Helsinki Finland, a city by the sea

Transfer on your own to your hotel, situated by the sea slightly out of the center and only a few steps from the nearest tram stop. You receive your travel documents at the hotel reception. Included is a 48-hour Helsinki card along with a booklet that contains details of the bonuses it offers. The card is an all-in-one public transportation and admission ticket, an easy way to discover Helsinki on your own. Overnight at Hilton Hotel Kalastajatorppa in Helsinki.

Day 3 - Finland

Discovering the Capital City B

With the Helsinki Card, city tours are available free or at a discounted price. Overnight at Hilton Hotel Kalastajatorppa.

Day 4 - Finland

Hämeenlinna - Rural Lakeside Town B

Travel by train to Hämeenlinna. Transfer on your own to your lakeside hotel, just minutes by car from the centre. Take advantage of the hotels wide choice of leisure activities or just stroll in the surrounding forest park.
Overnight at Hotel Rantasipi Aulanko in Hämeenlinna.

Day 5 - Finland

Tampere- Scenic Lake Cruise B

Depart by boat from hotel pier for a lake cruise to Tampere. On the way, visit a famous sculptor’s former home and studio, now a museum exhibiting a wide selection of the artist’s works and those of his grandson, who was known as Finland’s most celebrated political cartoonist. Disembark in the evening at the pier of your hotel in Tampere. Overnight at Scandic Hotel Rosendahl.

Day 6 - Finland

City with an Industrial Heritage B

Take a break in the hotel’s surroundings, a peaceful pine forest park, and enjoy spectacular views from an old red-brick observation tower situated on top of the impressive Pyynikki Ridge. The city’s sights, museums, shopping and nightlife are within a ten-minute bus ride.Overnight at Scandic Hotel Rosendahl.

Day 7 - Finland

Turku - Medieval Landmarks B

Travel by train to Turku. Your hotel is located in the very heart of the city near the Market Square and with all the sights within easy reach.
Overnight at Sokos Hotel Hamburger Börs in Turku.

Day 8 - Finland

Back to Helsinki B

Return by train to Helsinki. Overnight at the centrally located hotel Holiday Inn City Centre, only a few steps from the railway station and the airport shuttle bus terminal.