Individual arrival in Finland. We recommend taking breaks in Porvoo and Kotka along the way. You'll love Porvoo's old town with its wooden houses and the port city. Two nights in Lappeenranta. 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.

Today, head to Linnansaari National Park in search of the rare Saimaa ringed seals. You'll also find many beautiful hiking trails here.

Drive through the lake district. The castle town of Imatra lies on the Russian border. Savonlinna with its castle and the Valamo Monastery are on the way to your destination for the day, Kuopio.

The journey continues northwards. Your destination for the day is Vuokatti, a well-known winter resort that also has plenty to offer in summer. You can enjoy many active excursions here; the hilly landscape is perfect for hiking, or you can rent a canoe and paddle across one of the lakes.

From Vuokatti, the next leg of your journey takes you further north to the border of Lapland. Here lies Iso-Syöte, nestled in a diverse landscape of mountains, taiga, and spruce forests.

If you choose the route via Kemijärvi, you'll enter the more mountainous region of Lapland. Kemijärvi is situated on the lake of the same name. Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland and your destination for today, lies on the Kemijoki River. Santa Claus fans can visit Santa Claus Village here, while everyone else can enjoy the fascinating exhibition at the Arktikum. Rovaniemi is also known as the capital of Lapland.

The journey south leads along the Kemijoki River to the Gulf of Bothnia. Kemi lies at the northern end of the bay. The Gem Gallery houses faithful replicas of numerous crown jewels. Oulu, directly on the Baltic coast, is considered Finland's technology center. Kalajoki, where you'll be staying, boasts beautiful beaches.

Vaasa lies on the Kvarken Strait. The port city is shaped by the land uplift. You'll find a small old town seven kilometers inland in Korsholm. During the civil war in 1918, Vaasa was briefly the capital. Your destination for the day, Seinäjoki, is known for its tango festival.

The journey leads back to the lake district. Tampere is situated between two lakes near a waterfall. Continue to Aulanko near Hämeenlinna. Two nights in Hämeenlinna.

This day offers many possibilities. A ticket to Häme Castle is already included. You can also, for example, take a boat trip on the lake or a trip to Iittala, Finland's most famous glassworks.

Turku is also known as Åbo, as a large portion of its inhabitants are Swedish-speaking. The old artisans' quarter, the cathedral, and the castle are all worth a visit. A trip to Nagu, located on several islands just off the coast, is also highly recommended.

A visit to Naantali and its old town is worthwhile before heading towards the capital. We recommend taking the coastal route rather than the direct motorway. Hanko and Ekenäs, both situated on peninsulas in the Gulf of Finland, are well worth a visit. Two nights in Helsinki.

Helsinki is wonderful to explore using public transport, but it's also very convenient to walk – it only takes about 40 minutes to walk from one end of the city to the other. A trip to the nearby island of Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is absolutely worthwhile!

Depending on your departure time, you'll have some time to explore the city. Finland's capital is impressive. A must-see is the market square with its cathedral, Orthodox church, presidential residence, and inner harbor. Near the train station, you'll find the Parliament building, the main street, and the large Finlandia cultural center. Individual onward journey home. TIP: EXTENSION Book an extra night in Helsinki from €140 per person in a double room including breakfast.