Lakeland Tour in Finland | 6 Days Itinerary

Start your day with morning meal. Head towards the charming Finnish Lakeland, passing through places like Kouvola and Lappeenranta. Your destination is Punkaharju, where you can take a panoramic drive along the Punkaharju Ridge. If you are interested, you can head over to the Retretti Art Centre, a significant art hub in Finland. In this area, there are also important nature reserves and a fascinating museum called Lusto Forest Museum, which we highly recommend. Afterwards, take a short drive to Savonlinna, a lively small-town renowned for its annual Opera Festival. Don't miss the chance to head to Olavinlinna Castle. Spend the night at a stay in Savonlinna.

Today, travelers get to leave Savonlinna and drive through Heinävesi to reach the calm and spectacular New Valamo Monastery. After that, travelers get to head to Joensuu, the main city in the North Karelia region. Next up is a excursion around Lake Pielinen, one of Finland's largest lakes, followed by a explore to Koli National Park. Take a leisurely walk in the park, enjoying the panoramic views. You might want to leave the Ukko Nature Center and the 'Pirun Kirkko' (‘the Devil’s Church’), a 34-metre-long cave that you can reach by following a marked trail on a short hike. Later, travelers get to drive to Nurmes, a small town on the northern shore of Lake Pielinen. While in Nurmes, you can choose to participate in optional activities, like lake fishing. Tonight, travelers get to stay at a lodging in Nurmes.

Start your day with a delicious morning breakfast. Head towards Lieksa, where you can indulge in the open-air museum called Pielisen Museo. Afterwards, take a drive from Lieksa to Ruunaa Nature Reserve, where you can delight in a splendid view of the lake with rapids. It is also a great spot for fishing. Next, make your way to Vuonislahti. Here, travelers get to have the opportunity to head over to the studio of the legendary Finnish sculptor Eva Ryynänen and see a unique wooden church. Continue the travel bold expedition to Kuopio, which is the capital of the Savo region. We suggest visiting the Puijo Tower for a panoramic view of the surroundings. If you are interested, you can also book a lake cruise on Lake Kallavesi. Finally, spend the night at a retreat in Kuopio.

Start your day with morning breakfast, and then head towards Tampere in central Finland. On the way, consider making a stop at Jyväskylä, known for its architecture by Alvar Aalto. Continue the travel thrill and reach Tampere, where travelers get to book into to your lodging. Spend the night there.

Begin your day with early morning meal. We suggest spending the morning in lively Tampere. You can head over to the Näsinneula Tower for a great view or venture through one of Finland's sought-after amusement parks, Särkänniemi. Art enthusiasts might want to leave from the Sara Hildén Art Museum. Later, head to Hämeenlinna, where you can explore Hämeenlinna Castle or the birthplace of Finland's most celebrated composer, Jean Sibelius. In the late afternoon, drive to Tuusula, conveniently located near Helsinki-Vantaa. This marks the end of your trip, and you can depart from Helsinki/Vantaa Airport.