Helsinki & South Karelia Express - 5 Day
Helsinki & South Karelia Express - 5 Day
Helsinki & South Karelia Express - 5 Day
5 Days Starting and ending in Helsinki
Visiting: Helsinki, Lappeenranta
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2664/HSKE
Group size:
2 - 36
Age range:
Children welcome on these tours. 5 years and up. Although if you have a big family and one of the children is 3 or 4, we can accept the booking.Children between 5-11 will pay 50% of the adult price.No upper age limit but please just use your best judgemen
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Tour Overview
Explore Finland's capital and South Karelia on this 5 day escorted tour. Discover the fascinating Finnish capital Helsinki with its rich culture & history before heading to the beautiful resort town of Lappeenranta on the shore of Lake Saimaa. Take in the spectacular scenery on an evening cruise around the lake and the Saimaa Canal.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Helsinki
Location: Helsinki
Upon arrival at Helsinki airport you'll be met and transferred to our hotel in the heart of Finland's capital. The rest of the day is at free for you to independently explore. A welcome meeting will be held this evening, in the lobby, at approx. 7pm.
Day 2: Helsinki
Location: Helsinki
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning we explore Helsinki, the green and lively Finnish capital. Our guided tour takes us around the harbours and Senate Square with its Lutheran Cathedral, we will also see the Parliament Building, the Finlandia Hall and the Sibelius Monument before visiting the famous Church-in-the-Rock.
In the afternoon there's an optional excursion to the 18th century Suomenlinna Fortress, a cultural gem set on an island.
Day 3: Helsinki
Location: Helsinki
Meals Included: Breakfast
Helsinki- Lappeenranta. This morning we board a train to Lappeenranta in South Karelia, arriving shortly after midday. Set on the shores of beautiful Lake Saimaa, Lappeenranta was an important Swedish fortress town in the 18th century. In the recent years, the picturesque town has become a popular resort. We explore Lappeenranta on a walking tour, taking in the historical Old Town, the port area, Lappeenranta fortress, wooden Orthodox Mary the Virgin Church and more.
Late afternoon we walk to the pier and embark on a 3 hour long evening cruise on Lake Saimaa and the Saimaa Canal. The ship has a restaurant, where you can enjoy drinks and snacks or a meal while enjoying spectacular views of the lake.
Day 4: Lappeenranta
Location: Lappeenranta
Meals Included: Breakfast
Lappeenranta - Helsinki. Today is free to spend at leisure exploring this resort town. Our hotel is located between the Old Town and the port area which are both easily accessed. Check out the small boutique shops in the Old Town and grab a Karelian lunch at one of the local restaurants or simply enjoy the atmosphere and the picturesque views at the port. In the late afternoon we transfer to the train station and travel by train back to Helsinki for our final night.
Day 5: Helsinki
Location: Helsinki
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our tour ends after breakfast today with an included transfer to Helsinki airport.
Breakfast
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 star -
4 breakfasts
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4 nights in 4 star hotels
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Sightseeing tours of Helsinki and Lappeenranta
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Express train tickets Helsinki-Lappeenranta-Helsinki
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Entrance to Church in The Rock in Helsinki and Lake Saimaa
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Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go. Minimum group size 2 - maximum 36.
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One arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 5 included per booking
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Welcome meeting with a Champagne-cocktail or juice
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Escorted by a bi-lingual English and German speaking tour leader, with English speaking guides for city tours
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Escorted by a bi-lingual tour leader, with English speaking guides for city tours
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Check out our Q&As
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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