15:05 Arrival to Helsinki airport

Transportation to the Kotka-Hamina region

You will meet your driver at the arrivals hall.

The fabulous East Coast of Finland offers many adventures, whether by land, sea, or river! You can find here award-winning parks, historic buildings, and picturesque alleys and enjoy the local hospitality.

16:30 Visit to the Strömfors Ironworks

You will meet your host at the Ironworks.

Located in the village of Ruotsinpyhtää in Loviisa, Strömfors Ironworks is one of the best preserved ironworks communities in Finland. The charming milieu offers its visitors an unforgettable glimpse into the rich history of the area.

17:30 Transportation and check-in to the Original Sokos Hotel Seurahuone in Kotka.

18:15 Biking tour in Kotka  

Renowned for its award-winning parks, Langinkoski Rapids, and the vibrant Kotka Maritime Festival, the maritime town of Kotka offers a robust array of experiences waiting to be discovered.

19:30 Boat ride to and dinner at the restaurant Vaakku

Restaurant Vaakku is located on a historic fortress island Varissaari, just a 10-minute boat ride from Kotka.

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out

8:30 Lobby call and transportation to Hamina with a guided tour around the town

Discover the enchanting allure of Hamina, a world-class fortress town that captivates the aesthete’s senses. As Southeastern Finland’s oldest city, Hamina boasts a rare circular city plan.

10:00 Boat ride to visit the phone-free island of Ulko-Tammio and the lively old fishing village on the island of Tammio, lunch on the island

The jewel of the Eastern Gulf of Finland, the island of Ulko-Tammio, belongs to Finland’s national parks. The island is uninhabited and harbors rare birds and plants. Ulko-Tammio’s beautiful and lush nature, with its rugged rocky shores, is impressive. 

Experience the charm of Tammio, nestled in the eastern Gulf of Finland, just off the coast of Hamina. Explore one of the region’s best-preserved archipelago villages, where echoes of old island life linger among picturesque beach storehouses and winding lanes.

16:00 Transportation from Hamina to Kotka

16:30 Visit in the Maritime Centre Vellamo. 

Maritime Centre Vellamo is situated in the traditional and currently transforming Old Port of Kotka. The wave-like building houses several exhibitions about life at sea and local stories, various meeting and event spaces, a restaurant, and a museum shop. 

18:00 Transportation and check-in to the Santalahti Resort 

Santalahti is a five-star resort surrounded by sea and nature. Located only 5 km from the Kotka city centre and only in a bit over an hour’s drive from Helsinki. Accommodation options for every taste, from camping to cosy cottages to luxury villas and glass igloos. Meetings and celebrations can be arranged at our high-class facilities and saunas, accompanied with delicious catering options.

19:00 Dinner at the Santalahti Resort

21:00 Sauna experience in the Santalahti Resort

Breakfast at the Resort and check-out

9:00 Lobby call and transportation to Porvoo

Welcome to Porvoo! Romantic hotels, quality restaurants, interesting little boutiques and attractions invite you to stay longer.

10.00 Guided tour around Porvoo

You will meet your guide in front of the Runo Hotel at Rihkamakatu 4. 

11:30 Lunch at the restaurant Fryysarinranta with Finnair

You will meet your hosts from Finnair at the restaurant.

We welcome you to the summer restaurant Fryysarinranta to enjoy the riverside atmosphere and delicious food from the barbecue. You can admire the magnificent view from the terrace and the idyllic Old Town milieu.

13:30 Transportation to Turku

You will meet your driver in front of the Hotel Runo at Rihkamakatu 4.

Turku – the oldest city in Finland brimming with art, culture, and cuisine. There's a saying in Finnish that goes: why visit Paris when you have Turku? As Finland’s oldest town, the city is full of old city charm and a thriving urban scene rich in art and culture. Turku is also a must-visit destination for foodies with some of Finland's best restaurants. Visit the former capital of Finland and see why it’s often referred to as “the Paris of Finland".

16:00 Check-in to the hotel Radisson Blu Marina Palace and meet your local host at the hotel

The Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel is Green Key certified. We operate in accordance with Green Key's strict environmental criteria allowing us to take care of the environment. By choosing a Green Key hotel, you are involved in promoting responsible and more sustainable tourism! Marina has also been awarded Sustainable Travel Finland certificate.

16:30 Lobby call and walk to the old prison area Kakola for Aperitivos

18:00 Dinner cruise on the steamboat Ukkopekka to the island of Loistokari, enjoying the beautiful Finnish archipelago

Night at the hotel

Breakfast at the hotel

8:45 Lobby call and guided tour of the city. Remember to take your swimming equipment with you for the sauna and swimming experience in the afternoon.

Turku aims to be carbon neutral by 2029 and climate positive from there onwards. The city is implementing a strong climate policy and strives to be an internationally recognized and acknowledged pioneer and developer of sustainable solutions and expertise.

10:30 Visit to the Turku Market Hall

The Turku Market Hall was opened to public in the centre of Turku in 1896 and it is the second oldest in Finland. The hall is designed by achitect and professor Gustaf Nyström and the roof structure and the wooden parts of the shops along the corridors are original. The shops in the market hall range from the oldest ones in Turku to brand new. They offer a wide selection of delicacies, but also the building itself is worth visiting. It is a gem of Finnish building tradition and in the highest protection class as a highly valuable cultural historical site.

11:30 Lunch at the restaurant Agnes 

The enchanting Agnes offers unforgettable moments in the middle of Turku. Restaurant Agnes offers Scandinavian food in a brasserie style and wonderful moments in the renovated market square. You can follow the atmosphere of the market through the large windows of the glass pavilion. 

13:00 Transportation and sauna and swimming experience at the Villa Järvelä

Järvelä warmly welcomes you to take part in the unique local sauna- and ice swimming community. In addition to the refreshing waters of Lake Littoinen, our high quality hot tubs and the Lake Boutique are at your service. In the summertime, along with our relaxing saunas you have the option of cooling off in the cold tubs.

16:00 Transportation back to the hotel

16:30 Lobby call and short tour together with sparkling wines at the hotel

18:00 Transportation to Naantali 

Charming Naantali is the gem of the Finnish archipelago. The historical town is a unique combination of culture, beautiful architecture, fascinating sights and delicious spots for foodies and lively events. The beautiful Finnish archipelago is just around the corner and the famous archipelago trails travel through Naantali.

Naantali is also the official hometown of the Moominworld. The Moominworld is a unique place to visit while you are in Naantali and there you can meet all the characters from Tove Jansson’s beloved Moomin stories.

18:30 Walk in the Naantali harbour with visits to the local restaurants Tavastin Kilta and Amandis

20:00 Dinner at the restaurant Snickari

Restaurant and café Snickari is an attractive destination for gourmets, and it is located in the idyllic wooden house district in Naantali Old Town right by the sea. The Snickari name comes from the Finnish word nikkari, a carpenter, and it reflects the style of the building, which has over the years served as a photography studio, general store and restaurant.

A stylish yet laid-back setting, innovative cuisine and warm-hearted service are combined to form a delicious and lovely experience for the guests.

22:00 Transportation back to Turku and night at the hotel

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out

8:00 Lobby call and transportation to the train station 

8:31–10:24 Train to Helsinki

Fall in love with Helsinki

Helsinki is a totally unique combination of quirky urbanity and peaceful nature that gives silence and space to feel more, hear more and experience more. It offers you the freedom to have it all.

10:30 Guided tour around Helsinki together with some local delicacies

Meet your My Helsinki guide at the train platform.

The tour focuses on the fresh and surprising character of Helsinki. You will be introduced to the main attractions of Helsinki as well as to some of the hot spots of the local design scene and different types of urban phenomena and venues. You will also discover a few delicious secrets of Helsinki’s food culture. Explore and be inspired! 

13:11–13:41 Train to the airport 

15:35 Flight to Rome

16:10 Flight to Milan