5-Day Cultural Capital Tour in Helsinki, Porvoo, and Tallinn

5-Day Cultural Capital Tour in Helsinki, Porvoo, and Tallinn

You will arrive and check-in at a 3-star hotel in the very centre of Helsinki city on your own.

Starting from here, your guide will pick you up from the hotel lobby to start the 5-day tour in Helsinki, Suomenlinna, Porvoo, & Tallinn!

On the first day, you will visit the most highlight spots in Helsinki with a guided tour by tram.

On the second day, you will have a guided walking tour in the Helsinki Design District in the morning, and visit Suomenlinna by ferry in the afternoon.

On the third day, you will have a guided tour to the medieval Porvoo by inter-city bus.

On the fourth day, you will have a daytour to Tallinn by ferry! You will have a guided tour with some own free time in this old town. In the evening, you will return to Helsinki by ferry.

On the last day, you will have some own free time to explore Helsinki city a bit more before the departure.

HSL Public Transportation 5-Day Pass is included in this tour as a welcome gift!

Itinerary

Day 1: 3-hr Helsinki Highlight City Tour by Tram

Stop At: Helsinki, Helsinki, Uusimaa
Welcome to Helsinki!
You will receive the welcome gift - HSL Public Transportation Card, and then, your relaxing stay in Helsinki begins!
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Helsinki Central Railway Station, Kaivokatu 1, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Helsinki Central Station is chosen as one of the most beautiful stations by BBC in 2013. It is the main station for commuter rail and long-distance trains departing from Helsinki. The station is used by approximately 400,000 people per day and is the busiest rail station in Finland.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Senate Square, Aleksanterinkatu, Hallituskatu, Helsinki Finland
Senate Square is the most iconic square for not only visitors but seagulls as well! Senate Square and its surroundings make up the oldest part of central Helsinki. Landmarks and famous buildings surrounding the square are the Helsinki Cathedral, the Government Palace, main building of the University of Helsinki and the Sederholm House, the oldest building of central Helsinki dating from 1757.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Helsinki Cathedral, Unioninkatu 29, Helsinki Finland
Step onto the stairs to take a look at the Helsinki Cathedral in front of the Senate Square. It is a major landmark of Helsinki, and possibly the most famous structure in Finland as a whole when viewed globally!
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali), Kanavakatu 1, Helsinki 00160 Finland
Completed in 1868 in the Katajanokka district of Helsinki, the Uspenski Cathedral is the largest orthodox church in Western Europe. With its golden cupolas and redbrick facade, the church is one of the clearest symbols of the Russian impact on Finnish history.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Old Market Hall, Etelaranta Along the South Harbor, Helsinki 00130 Finland
Enter this old market hall in Helsinki, taste some local food and pastries, and experience the Nordic daily lives.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Kauppatori, Helsinki 00170 Finland
Take a walk at Kauppatori, which means Market Square in Finnish, you will find lovely stuff for souvenirs and delicious local foods served by venders!
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Havis Amanda, Kauppatori, Helsinki 00170 Finland
Drop by at the little mermaid, i.e., the Amanda statue, and know more about her from stories told by your guide
Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: The Esplanadi Park, Pohjoisesplanadi, Helsinki 00130 Finland
Take a walk along this beautiful park locates in the most prosperous area of Helsinki!
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Temppeliaukio Church, Lutherinkatu 3, Helsinki 00100 Finland
The entrance fee of the Rock Church is included in this tour. Enter this amazing space, hear the story of its construction, and take some photos!
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Sibelius Park, Mechelininkatu, Helsinki Finland
You will visit the Sibelius Park to witness the inspirations and creativities of Sibelius, the Father of Finnish Music.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Olympic Stadium (Olympiastadion), Paavo Nurmi tie 1, Helsinki 00250 Finland
Helsingin Olympiastadion just finished its renovation and re-opened to the public in 2020
Duration: 15 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: You will stay in a 3-star hotel located in Helsinki city for 5 days / 4 nights.

Day 2: Helsinki Design District Tour & Round-Trip Ferry to Suomenlinna

Stop At: Design District, Punavuorenkatu 7 Punavuori region, Helsinki 00120 Finland
In the morning you will have a 3-hr guided walking tour to the Helsinki Design District, and in the afternoon, you will take a ferry to the sea fortress of Finland - Suomenlinna.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Suomenlinnan uimaranta, 00190 Helsinki, Finland
Have an in-depth guided walking tour on this island in the afternoon of the second day of the tour.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Suomenlinna Church (Suomenlinnan kirkko), Suomenlinna C 3, Helsinki 00190 Finland
During the visit to Suomenlinna, you will drop by the Suomenlinna Church and hear the stories and facts of it from your guide.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, Suomenlinna C1, Helsinki Finland
Suomenlinna is well-known by its important military role as a sea fortress of Finland. You will go inside the heavy wall of the fortress, hear the histories, and feel the moments of old days here.
Duration: 15 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is included in the accommodation
Accommodation included: You will stay in a 3-star hotel located in Helsinki city

Day 3: Guided Day Tour to Porvoo by Inter-City Bus

Stop At: Kamppi Shopping Centre, Urho Kekkosen katu 1, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Kamppi Shopping Centre is a joint station that integrates a new underground bus terminal and a metro station underneath its main building, which serves as a complex shopping centre. Your trip will start in front of Starbucks at its E-level by meeting up your guide there.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Porvoo, Porvoo, Uusimaa
You will head to Porvoo by inter-city bus from Helsinki. It takes around 50 min to get there. Take a quick glance at this country from the bus window on your way there.
Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Porvoo Old Town, Jokikatu and Mannerheiminkatu, Porvoo 06100 Finland
You will have a 3-hr guided tour in the Porvoo Old Town. It is the second oldest town in Finland. In addition to the popular spots, your guide will bring you walk deeply into this town to know more about the cultural, art, & historic aspects of this medieval town.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Porvoo Museum/Holm House, Vaelikatu 11, Porvoo 06100 Finland
It is the oldest town hall in Finland. You will know the history of the Porvoo region, as well as traditional and industrial art. Albert Edelfelt, Ville Vallgren, Louis Sparre, A.W Finch and Saara Hopea.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: The Devil's Stairs, Koulukuja, Porvoo 06100 Finland
You will visit the Devil's Stairs in Porvoo and learn about its story behind.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Cathedral of Porvoo, Kirkkotori, Porvoo 06100 Finland
Porvoo Cathedral took its present form at the end of the 15th century. It can accommodate 750 people and it can be reserved for baptisms, marriage ceremonies and funerals at the Parish Office.
Duration: 20 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is included in the accommodation
Accommodation included: You will stay in a 3-star hotel located in Helsinki city

Day 4: Guided Day Tour to The Medieval Tallinn by Ferry

Stop At: Satama, Tyynenmerenkatu 1, Helsinki Finland
You will go to the harbour by HSL ticket, and from here, take ferry to Tallinn, Estonia. Round-trip ticket fare is included in this tour.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Port of Tallinn, Tallinn 15051 Estonia
The tour begins at the Tallinn Port, you will meet up with your guide here.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Toompea Castle, Toompea Hill, Upper Town, Tallinn Estonia
Your guide will tell you the story Toompea Castle during the visit.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Toompea Hill, Lossi Plats, Tallinn Estonia
Go up to the Toompea Hill and take some splendid photos!
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Town Hall Pharmacy, Raekoja plats 11, Tallinn 10146 Estonia
This is the oldest pharmacy in Tallinn, you will feel the historic atmosphere in this Town Hall Pharmacy.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Danish King's Garden, Luhike jalg 9, Tallinn 10130 Estonia
You will have some slow walk in the Danish King's Garden, at the same time hear some more stories from your guide.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Tallinn Town Hall, Raekoja Plats 1, Tallinn 10146 Estonia
Visit Tallinn Town Hall, you may choose to go inside the Hall on your own admission fee on your own free time after the 3-hr guidance.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Aleksander Nevski Katedraali, Lossi plats 10, Tallinn 10130 Estonia
The Aleksander Nevski Cathedral is a must-not-miss point in Tallinn Old Town, take a photo in front of it and view it with both eyes and heart!
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Viewing Point Kohtuotsa, Kohtu 12, Tallinn 10130 Estonia
Here you will enjoy the comprehensive scenery view of the Tallinn Old Town from the top hill!
Duration: 20 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is included in the accommodation
Accommodation included: You will stay in a 3-star hotel located in Helsinki city

Day 5: Own Free Day in Helsinki

Stop At: Helsinki, Helsinki, Uusimaa
On the second day, you may have some own free time before departure. Plan your own route and go for this exclusive adventure on your own!
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Central Library Oodi, Toolonlahdenkatu 4, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Oodi Central Library of Helsinki is the "gift" presented to all Helsinki residents to celebrate the 100 year birthday of Finland. It opens for everyone, with various kinds of facilities and activities, you will find the fun points during the visit to Oodi.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Toolo Bay (Toolonlahti), Karamzininranta, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Töölönlahti is just next to the Helsinki Central Railway Station. The bay shore is one of the local's favourite route. It hosts the Helsinki City Marathon, and the paddle activities during the summer.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma, Mannerheiminaukio 2, Helsinki 00100 Finland
Kaisaniemi Park is located in the middle of the crossing-area of many places, including the Central Railway Station, the University of Helsinki city centre campus, and Töölönlahti. And from this park, you are almost getting to Hakaniemi - just cross the beautiful bridge in between them! Take a slow walk in this park during your own time and breathe fresh air into your lungs!
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast is included in the accommodation
No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Most travelers can participate"
"The schedule may be adjusted according to your arrival / departure time."
"Sightseeing spots will be arranged according to the seasons and opening hours of each spot."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
5-Day Cultural Capital Tour in Helsinki, Porvoo, and Tallinn
9/3/2021 - 3/16/2025
Monday - Sunday : 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday : 09:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday : 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Duration: 5 Days
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
- Your guide will pick you up at hotel lobby for Helsinki sightseeing tour.
- Please be at the meeting points 5 minutes before the agreed meeting time, thank you.
- Your guide will be with a sign of our logo. If you have difficult finding our guide, please call us.

Cancellations and refunds: If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

Included

  • Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Helsinki city centre for 5 days / 4 nights
  • 2-hr Helsinki highlight city tour by tram
  • 2-hr Helsinki Design District walking tour
  • Round-trip ferry & guided tour in Suomenlinna
  • Round-trip inter-city bus & guided tour in Porvoo
  • Round-trip ferry & guided tour in Tallinn
  • English-speaking guide
  • 4x Breakfast
  • Accommodation included: 4 nights
  • Entry/Admission - Satama
  • Entry/Admission - Temppeliaukio Church

Not Included

  • Any personal expense
  • Lunch and dinner

Facilities


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