Cycle Finland - Turku Archipelago

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Small Group Tour
Discover Finland by bike as we explore the unspoilt nature and beauty of the Turku Archipelago, Hameenlinna's medieval churches and ancient tombs as well as a cycle tour of Helsinki. Archipelago Island hopping - Beauty spot with 20,000 Baltic islands Turku region - Attractive villages, unspoilt nature and welcoming hospitality Helsinki - Explore the ...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Helsinki - Cycling tour of Finland's capital
    • Turku Archipelago - Attractive villages, unspoilt nature and welcoming hospitality
    • Archipelago island hopping - Traversing the Turku archipelago by bike and ferry
    • Hanko - the southermost town in Finland, an idyllic seaside town with well-preserved wooden houses
    • Turku - the oldest city in Finland

What's this trip about?

    Discover Finland by bike as we explore the unspoilt nature and beauty of the Turku Archipelago, Hameenlinna's medieval churches and ancient tombs as well as a cycle tour of Helsinki. Archipelago Island hopping - Beauty spot with 20,000 Baltic islands Turku region - Attractive villages, unspoilt nature and welcoming hospitality Helsinki - Explore the bike-friendly capital.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age range30 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityHelsinki
End CityHelsinki

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Trekking

Popular Trips

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Join trip in Helsinki

Arrive Helsinki and check-in to hotel.

Meals Provided :
None

Day 2 Cycle tour of Helsinki; free afternoon

This morning we will discover Helsinki on a sightseeing tour (3 hours) by bike. Exploring the city on its extensive network of cycle paths makes a great introduction to Helsinki and along the way we will see harbours, Mannerheim Street, Parliament, Finlandia Hall, mar...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 3 Drive to Hameenlinna, cycle the highlights of Hame region

This morning we drive north to Hameenlinna and the journey takes about 1.5 hours. Here we experience the best parts of Häme region's history and culture. Our route passes through a forested countryside with fields and lakes. We have the opportunity to visit Häme Cast...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 4 Cycle the southern Turku Archipelago

This morning we start with a drive to the southern archipelago and the journey takes about 2 hours. After a short ferry crossing to Storlandet Island we start cycling. Our first stop is the main village of Nagu. After crossing the island by pedal power we take anothe...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 5 Turku city tour. Cycle the Turku Islands of Livonsaari and Otava

After breakfast we will explore Turku city - Finland's oldest city and the first capital of the whole country. The town is located on the River Auraand the main places of interest can be found on the riverfront. Our walking tour includes seeing the Cathedral and Turku...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 6 Coastal cycle from charming Tammisaari; return to Helsinki

We say goodbye to Turku this morning and drive south to the idyllic seaside town of Tammisaari with its well-preserved section of old wooden houses from the 18th and 19th centuries. Tammisaari has also a fine beach and visitor's marina. We begin our ride here and the ...

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

Day 7 Trip ends Helsinki

The trip ends in Helsinki this morning after breakfast.

Meals Provided :
Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,490
Price per day$213
Last Updated: 12/14/2020

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Explore! Reviews & Ratings

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Aug 2016

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Pleasant cycling

Good local tours of Helsinki & Turku. Pleasant cycling on the peninsula

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Logistics

Accommodation

Transportation & Flights

Bus, Bicycle, Boat,

Transportation & flights

Bus, Bicycle, Boat
Guides
Explore Tour Leader / Cycle guide, Driver(s)
Cancellation policy
These conditions are applicable to Discovery & Wildlife, Cycling, Walking and Family Trips. These conditions were updated November 2022. Booked a Polar trip? Please refer to our Polar booking conditions. To make it easy to know the detail of our flexibility, we’ve put it in a grid (these terms apply to all trips apart from our Polar Voyages.) Standard cancellations or changes within 69 days of travel If you’re getting closer to your trip, cancellation charges will apply as follows: For trips confirmed by 31st December 2022: 59-42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100% For trips confirmed from 1st January 2023: 69 -42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100%
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Finland: Visas are not required by citizens of the UK, US, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Other nationalities should consult their local embassy or consular office.
Health & Safety
Nothing compulsory though we recommend protection against tetanus and polio. Tick-borne encephalitis is recommended by some medical sources if travelling in certain areas of Europe, at specific times of the year. Please check the latest requirements with your travel clinic or doctor prior to departure. The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at Explore Travel Health and from your local healthcare provider. Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed by you before travelling.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 6
Age Requirements
30 years and up
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Trip ID
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