Individual arrival in Helsinki. After your arrival, you will travel east to Kouvola, where you will spend the night. On the way, you should visit Porvoo with its picturesque old town. The town is attractively situated on the river. You can choose to travel by plane from an airport near your home. You can then pick up your rental car at Helsinki Airport. Alternatively, you can travel to Helsinki by ferry and bring your own car.

You are now in the heart of the famous Finnish Lakeland. The area consists of numerous, sprawling lakes, forests, towns, and small villages. Some roads run on causeways over the lakes, offering stunning panoramic views. Today's journey is short, so a detour to Mikkeli is worthwhile. The route is considered particularly beautiful and diverse.

The journey takes you to the mythical forests of Karelia. First, you'll visit Savonlinna, a beautiful castle town with renowned opera performances. Uusi Valamo (New Walaam) Monastery is the only Orthodox men's monastery in Finland. Joensuu lies at the mouth of the Pielisjoki River and is the capital of North Karelia.

Today the journey continues to Nurmes. The Koli Mountains offer a panoramic view of the area around Lake Pielinen. In Nurmes stands the Bomba House, a replica of a traditional Karelian house.

More lakes await you. Kuopio is known for its Orthodox Church Museum. The city is situated on a peninsula in the lake and has a very lively market in its center. From Puijo Hill with its observation tower, you have a fantastic view.

Jyväskylä is known for the buildings of Finland's star architect Alvar Aalto, who lived and worked here. Tampere is situated between two lakes by a waterfall. This waterfall provided electricity for the city's development. There's also a beautiful observation tower here. You'll be staying close to the city center.

On your way to Turku, you should make a detour to Rauma. Here you'll find an original wooden house settlement and an old town like those once found in every town in the country. In the southwestern corner of the country, with its uniquely beautiful archipelago in the Baltic Sea, lies Turku on the Aurajoki River. In the city, a stroll through the old artisans' quarter and along the river is worthwhile. You'll be staying centrally in Turku.

The journey to Helsinki is quite short, allowing you to plan your time between Turku and Helsinki. You will be staying overnight in Helsinki's city center.

The city boasts a stunning location on the Baltic Sea coast. Just offshore, you'll find islands, including the ancient fortress of Suomenlinna. A short canal cruise is included. In the city center, there's a charming market at the harbor with traditional market halls. From the market, you can see both the beautiful Orthodox church and the magnificent cathedral. The presidential residence is also located near the market. Slightly further up the hill, in the Tölö district, you'll find the Parliament building, the impressive Finlandia Hall, the Olympic Stadium, and the Rock Church.

Depending on your departure time, you'll have time for further exploration. Helsinki boasts, among other things, a lively waterfront promenade. Behind it, you'll find both beautiful neighborhoods and parks. Individual onward journey home.