Helsinki & South Karelia Express - 5 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Helsinki - Take in the best of the Finnish capital on a city tour, including the Parliament building and the famous Suomenlinna Fortress
- Lappeenranta - Explore the old town of this charming lakeside settlement, home to wooden churches and a pretty port area
- Lake Saimaa - Cruise this shimmering lake at dusk and enjoy a delicious onboard meal and drinks at your own leisure
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Trip includes
- 4 nights in 4 star hotels
- 4 breakfasts
- Sightseeing tours of Helsinki and Lappeenranta
- Express train tickets Helsinki-Lappeenranta-Helsinki
- Entrance to Church in The Rock in Helsinki
- Evening cruise on Lake Saimaa
- 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.
- One arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 5 included per booking
- Welcome meeting with a champagne-cocktail or juice
- Service of a bi-lingual (English and German speaking) tour leader in Helsinki and local English speaking guide in Lappeenranta
Itinerary
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.
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 t...
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 picture...
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 th...
Our tour ends after breakfast today with an included transfer to Helsinki airport.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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