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Fascinating Finland by Train
(City Getaway)
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Tour Southern Finland's major cities by train and stay at hotels nestled in a beautiful natural setting, providing a taste of the enchanting Finnish landscape.
Package Includes
  • Roundtrip air on available carrier
  • 3-night hotel accommodations in Helsinki
  • 1-night hotel accommodations in Hameenlinna
  • 2-night hotel accommodations in Tampere
  • 1-night hotel accommodations in Turku
  • Daily breakfast at hotels
  • Train tickets with seat reservation for: Helsinki to Hämeenlinna,
  • Train tickets with seat reservation for: Tampere to Turku
  • Train tickets with seat reservation for: Turku to Helsinki
  • Boat tickets from Hämeenlinna to Tampere
  • Admission to Visavuori Museum during the lake cruise
  • Helsinki Card for 48 hours
  • Mandated Fuel Surcharges

    • Package price excludes airport taxes and fees
    Fascinating Finland by Train
    Vacation Package Itinerary
    Fascinating Finland Cities and Lakes

    Day 1: A City by the Sea

  • Arrive at your hotel (transfer not included). Your travel documents will be at the hotel reception when you arrive. 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 or similar in Helsinki.

    Day 2: Discovering the Capital City

  • With the Helsinki Card, take some city tours which are available free or at a discounted price.
    Overnight at Hilton Hotel Kalastajatorppa or similar in Helsinki.

    Day 3: Rural Lakeside Town

  • 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 or similar in Hämeenlinna.

    Day 4: Scenic Lake Cruise

  • 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 or similar in Tampere.

    Day 5: City with an Industrial Heritage

  • 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 or similar in Tampere.

    Day 6: Medieval Landmarks

  • 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 or similar in Turku.

    Day 7: Back to Helsinki

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

    Day 8: Depart for Home

  • Transfer on your own to Helsinki-Vantaa airport.
    • Notes & Restrictions
    Notes:
    This is a non-escorted tour.
    Departure Dates:
    Sundays to Tuesdays
    Tour Dates:Available Saturdays to Wednesdays
    Hotel Transfers not included
  • Full payment due within 1 day of booking by 2pm.
  • A Saturday night stay is required.
  • Passport Requirements:
    It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, not excluding passports and visas. A valid passport is normally the only requirement for U.S. citizens. Visa requirements do change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country as to visa requirements.

    • Restrictions:
    Prices are per person based on double occupancy and a 21-day advance purchase. Purchases within 21 days will incur additional fees. Travel is valid for these dates only. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received. Once submitted your request can take at least 24 hours to confirm. Some tours may not be available on all dates, 2nd and 3rd choices of travel dates are highly recommended.

     
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