City Circuit Package: Turku–Tampere–Helsinki

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People partying in front of the Helsinki Cathedral.
Duration
7 days
Availability
Year Round
Route
Helsinki-Turku-Tampere by train
Target group
Lifestyle traveller, culture traveller, nature lover

Welcome to Finland and its three major cities! In Helsinki, design, saunas, and seaside culture invite you to slow down and explore. Turku offers riverside charm and gateway to the world’s largest archipelago. In Tampere, lakes, red-brick heritage and sauna traditions create a warm northern vibe. Each stop reveals the simple richness of Finnish life—authentic, peaceful, and unforgettable.

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Itinerary

People swimming after a sauna.

Day 1

Arrival in Helsinki

  • Join the happiest guided walking tour in Helsinki with Happy Guide
  • Visit the Oodi Library living meeting place at the heart of Helsinki​
  • Enjoy lunch at Kappeli restaurant - the jewel of Esplanadi​
  • Afternoon swim and sauna at Allas Sea Pool
  • Dine at zero waste restaurant Nolla
People  walking in the Helsinki archipelago.

Day 2

The Helsinki Archipelago awaits

  • Visit UNESCO world heritage site Suomenlinna Sea Fortress for a walking tour around the island​
  • Stop for lunch made from seasonal ingredients at Adlerfelt restaurant​
  • Take REDRIB experience RIB boat tour from Suomenlinna back to mainland​
  • Hop on a HEL Tours bike tour around the city and stop for predinner drinks by the seaside​
  • Enjoy delicious vegetarian dinner at Yes Yes Yes
People eating and laughing in Helsinki.

Day 3

Finnish Design & Helsinki museums

  • Get to know Finnish design and buy top-class Finnish design products at Helsinki Design District
  • Visit Amos Rex Art MuseumorMuseum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
  • Enjoy lunch at iconic functionalist landmark restaurant Lasipalatsi
  • Afternoon – Departure to Turku​
    Head towards Turku, taking in the scenic Finnish landscapes along the way.​
A person picking berries.

Day 4/5

Helsinki Option day 4 and/or 5

Day 4: A day in Nuuksio National Park​

  • Nuuksio national park is an unspoilt piece of wilderness in the middle of Helsinki metropolitan area​.
  • More than 30 kilometers of tagged trekking trails, cooking shelters, and camping sites. ​
  • Numerous marked routes start from the courtyard of the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia. ​
  • Trekking, skiing, fishing, cycling, riding, climbing, berry and mushroom picking or swimming - choose your way of relaxation in Nuuksio!

Day 5: A Day in Tallin ​

Beers at Kakola Brewing Company.

Day 3

Arriving in Turku

  • 3:00 PM – Arrival in Turku​
    Step into Finland’s city, where history and modern creativity meet.​
  • Guided Walking Tour​
    Explore Turku’s lively riverfront, historic landmarks, and vibrant cultural scene on a guided tour.​
  • Kakolanmäki Hill Experience​
    RidethefunicularupKakolanmäki, once a prison site, now a buzzing hub of artisan shops, cafés, and stunning city views.​
  • Kakola Brewing Company – Tasting Tour​
    Discover local craft beers in the unique setting of Kakola’s former prison.​
  • Dinner at Kakolanruusu​
    End the day with the Pidot menu, a shared dining experience celebrating bold, seasonal flavors from the Finnish archipelago.
A boat sailing in the Archipelago Sea.

Day 4

Turku and the neighbouring Archipelago

  • 10:00 AM – E-Bike Tour to Ruissalo (2.5h)​
    Cycle effortlessly to Ruissalo Island, where historic villas, lush forests, and coastal views create the perfect escape.​
  • Afternoon Tea at Café Qwensel​
    Enjoy a taste of history with traditional afternoon tea in Finland.​
  • 7:00 PM – Dinner Cruise on Rudolfina to Naantali (7:00–10:30 PM)​
    Sail into the evening on Rudolfina, savoring local flavors as the Aura River and archipelago unfold around you.
Paimio Sanatorium.

Day 5

Paimio Sanatorium

  • Morning – Guided Tour at Paimio Sanatorium​
    Explore Paimio Sanatorium, Alvar Aalto’s architectural masterpiece, where design and nature merge in a visionary healing environment.​
  • Lunch at Oobu​
    Enjoy a relaxed lunch before the journey continues.​
  • Afternoon – Departure to Tampere​
    Head towards Tampere, taking in the scenic Finnish landscapes along the way.
The Tampere city skyline.

Day 5

Arrival in Tampere

  • 3.00 pm - Arrival in Tampere​
  • Walkalongsidethe Tammerkoski Rapidsto the Finlayson Area. Here youcanfeeltheindustrialheritage of Tampere. Visit theFinnish labour museum, old Stable Yards and the Museum Milavida. ​
  • RoofWalk Finlayson​
    Roof Walk is a unique experience that showcases Tampere from a new perspective for both tourists and locals. A unique route on top of the city includes stunning sights and historical stories.​
  • Dinner at restaurant Tampella​
    Enjoy lovely food made from fresh ingredients in a historical environment and nostalgic setting.
The Pyynikki Observation Tower

Day 6

Enjoy the lakes!

  • Rent a canoe or a SUP board for a relaxing tour on Lake Pyhäjärvi. ​
  • Climb up the Pyynikki Ridge​ and admire the views over the city. Afterwards, it is time for a cup of coffee and a mouthwatering doughnut at the Pyynikki Observation Tower Café​
  • It´s time to go to the sauna!​
    Sauna-restaurant Kuuma is the city´s cosy living room, offering hot löyly in the very center of the city. After sauna, stay for dinner. ​
  • If you are more into traditional ways, choose Rajaportti sauna, Finland´soldestpublic sauna.
People admiring the Tampere city skyline.

Day 7

Ending the tour in Tampere

  • 10.00 Visit the world's only Moomin museum. The Moomin Museum is an experiential art museum for Moomin fans and art lovers of all ages. 
  • Afterwards, there is still time to enjoy lunch in Kauppahalli – market hall. It´s the place to get local products straight from nearby bakeries, farms, lakes, and forests. You will find fresh fish, meat, cheese, and vegetables, warm buns, brea,d and pastries.