The King's Road is an ancient travel route, which was used by kings and their messengers since the 13th century. The route follows an old postal road, which ran between Scandinavia and Russia. Along the route there are a wealth of historic manor houses, medieval churches, picturesque villages and charming old ironworks. The section featured here runs through Finland's southern coastal region from Helsinki to Turku and on to Stockholm onboard a cruise ferry.
Package Includes
Round Trip air into Helsinki return Stockholm3-night hotel accommodations in Helsinki2-night hotel accommodations in Turku1-night hotel accommodation in StockholmBuffet Breakfast each morningHelsinki sightseeing tour4 hour Excursion to Porvoo2nd class train ticket from Helsinki to TurkuPrivate Car Transfer from Turku Railway Station to Naantali with English speaking driver1 Day Turku CardOvernight cruise from Turku to Stockholm on a Silja Line ship including seaside cabinService charges and taxes on applicable itemsPackage price excludes airport taxes and fees
(Fuel Surcharges are included in the package price)
Vacation Package Itinerary
King's Road:
Day 1: Arrival Helsinki
Transfer by airport bus service to downtown hotel (Transfer not included). 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.Day 2: Exploring 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. (Helsinki sightseeing tour included).
Day 3: Excursion to Porvoo and the outskirts of 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, caf's and restaurants. Regular 4-hour excursion departs at 13.00 hours. (Excursion to Porvoo included).Day 4: Helsinki-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. (Private car transfer included).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 Luostarinm?ki Handicrafts Museum tell tales about the trades and city life of days gone by. With a one-day Turku Card you can see the best of the city in an easy way. The card gives you free access to museums and public transport along with benefits in restaurants and shops and entitles you to a discounted price on the city sightseeing tour. Overnight at Naantali Spa. (One day Turku card included).Day 6: Naantali-Turku-Stockholm
In the evening board a cruise ship for an overnight voyage from Turku to Stockholm. Enjoy excellent dining, shopping and entertainment on board (dinner, shopping and entertainment not included in basic cost).Day 7: Arrival Stockholm
Buffet 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.Day 7: Depart Stockholm
After breakfast, the tour ends and you are on your own. You can continue your journey in Stockholm or transfer to airport for your journey home. (Transfer not included)
