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Day 1, Arrival in Helsinki
Arrive in Helsinki (Saturday, Monday or Wednesday to fit with the regular tours that are included). Self-transfer to downtown hotel. The convenient airport bus service stops right by the Scandic Continental Hotel, your home for three nights. The property is situated on the main street Mannerheimintie overlooking the Finlandia Hall and a beautiful park. (O)

Day 2, In Helsinki
Founded by King Gustavus Wasa in 1550, Finland's cosmopolitan capital on the Baltic Sea is one of Europe's most welcoming and vibrant cities. The best way to explore this beautiful city, where east blends with west, is to take a sightseeing tour by motor coach. Regular tours are on offer ranging from tours guided by an English-speaking professional guide to tours with commentary through headphones in 11 languages. (B,O)

Day 3, In Helsinki
About 50 kilometres east of Helsinki, on the banks of a river, lies Porvoo, the second oldest town in Finland, dating from 1346. It is famous for its medieval cathedral and fascinating wooden town ambience with low small houses and narrow cobblestone lanes lined with delightful craft shops, cafés and restaurants. Regular 4-hour excursion departs at 13.00 hours. (B,O)

Day 4, Helsinki to Turku 
Depart by train from Helsinki to medieval Turku, Finland’s oldest town and former capital. Upon arrival at Turku Railway Station, transfer to the nearby town of Naantali dating from 1443 where you will stay at the Naantali Spa, the most modern and up-to-date health spa in Scandinavia located by the sea on a small cape. (B,O)

Day 5, Sightseeing in Turku 
As the oldest city and the former capital of Finland, Turku is home to the most remarkable medieval landmarks of the country, including the Castle and the Cathedral. The wooden workshop houses of the Luostarinmäki Handicrafts Museum tell tales about the trades and city life of days gone by. Overnight at Naantali Spa. (B,O)

Day 6, Turku to Stockholm
In the evening board a cruise ship for an overnight voyage from Turku to Stockholm. Enjoy excellent dining, shopping and entertainment on board (not included in basic cost). (B,O)

Day 7, Arrival in Stockholm 
Arrival StockholmBuffet breakfast is served on board while the ship sails through the wonderful archipelago of Stockholm. Sweden’s charming capital is built on fourteen islands. Highlights include the City Hall, the Old Town, the unique Vasa Museum, and the new Museum of Modern Art. Overnight at the Scandic Sergel Plaza, a centrally located hotel. (B,O)

Day 8, Departure from Stockholm
Independent transfer to airport.

Please note:
There will be no sightseeing tours starting from the harbor in Stockholm for the Silja Line boats arriving from Turku next year. The cost for a regular Stockholm city tour or a Stockholm Card can easily be added. 


B=Breakfast; D=Dinner; O=Overnight                                    fitstb