Finland Bike Tour

   
 
 

Island Hopping by Bike

Finland Bicycle Tour

8 Days / 7 locations in Finland

The Turku archipelago are one of Finland's most stunning natural phenomena - 20 000 islands stretching out into the sea from the city of Turku in the country's southwest. Cycling a circular route around the main islands is made easy, and exciting, by a system of local ferry services, constantly going back and forth bridges. As well as the fun of the ferries, there are also picturesque harbor villages to visit, and the true peace of nature. The tour starts and ends in Turku - the formal capital of Finland, and a bustling, attractive market town.

Itinerary

 
Day 1     Helsinki - Turku

Personal arrival to Helsinki, then take a train (2 hours) to Turku, Finland's oldest city, reached by a variety of means : by air via Helsinki, by sea from Stockholm, by train (2 hours) from Helsinki, or via the port of Hanko with ferries to Germany. Overnight Turku BB - lots of nearby restaurants to choose from for dinner

 
Day 2     Turku - Kustavi
Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

In the morning pick up the bicycles at 9:00 and enjoy a ride around the historic city with its medieval castle, cathedral, and riverside cycle paths. Note : today's one ferry ride departs at 15:00, approximately 45km from Turku (around 3 hours riding time). Continue by bike via nearby Naantali. Soon after Naantali the island-hopping begins, first with a stunning ride across the bridge to Merimasku and then take a break from peddling with a relaxing 45 minute ferry journey. Continue on by bike to your overnight hotel.

Overnight in Kustavi region. Dinner at nearby restaurant.

 
Day 3     Kustavi
Meals: Breakfast

Spending a second night in Kustavi, today gives the chance for a circular ride around the area with some spectacular coastal scenery.

 
Day 4     Kustavi - Inio - Korpoo - Nauvo
Meals: Breakfast / Dinner

Today is the main island-hopping day with seven ferry journeys reaching the very heart of the archipelago region. The tiny peaceful island of Inio is the remotest spot of the trip. Houtskar island has some of the region's most challenging cycling, but you can rest on the half hour ferry ride to Korpoo! From Korpoo itâs a short ferry hop to Nauvo, where you overnight in a wonderful B&B, a former barn converted to a guest house located amongst beautiful nature.

Overnight with dinner on Nauvo island

 
Day 5     Nauvo
Meals: Breakfast

Spending a second night on Nauvo island there are several choices of circular cycling routes, plus the possibility to go canoeing or take a traditional seaside sauna.

 
Day 6     Nauvo - Naantali
Meals: Breakfast

Take the ferry north from Nauvo back to the mainland and continue by bike via Rymattyla to Naantali, an idyllic seaside village with cobbled streets and old wooden houses around a bustling harbor.

Overnight in a spa hotel in Naantali, with plenty of local restaurants to choose from for dinner

 
Day 7     Naantali - Turku
Meals: Breakfast

Free time in Naantali, or in Turku according to your preference. Short ride back to Turku. Return your bicycle by 5pm. Overnight in Turku centre BB basis

 
Day 8     Turku
Meals: Breakfast

Personal departure from Turku by train or air.

 

Notes

This is a self-guided cycling tour. Each guest will receive full details on the route, ferry timings, etc, but there is no guide included.

Important Note : Dates and route subject to change depending on ferry schedules that will not be published until January 2008. Usually ferry timings will not change, but there is a small possibility.

Average Cycling 30 Miles Per Day
Maximum Day 40 Miles

Difficulty ratingEasy-medium: generally easy, but with occasional rolling sections

Price Includes
Hotel Accommodation As in Itinerary With Daily Breakfast
Daily Breakfast
Dinners As Mentioned
Detailed Itinerary, Road Atlas and Maps
21-Speed Hybrid Bicycle W/Panniers
Repair Kit, Helmet, Pump
Ferry Fees Per Itinerary
24 Hour Emergency Phone Service
Luggage Transportation Between Hotels (1 Piece)
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