Cycling - Helsinki Weekend

A fascinating mix of urban capital, neighbouring Estonia and 1200km of cycle paths. Within a 30km radius there are two national parks, hundreds of islands, a UNESCO heritige site and a wonderful variety of landscapes.

Being the most northern capital of Continental Europe, Helsinki is a fascinating mix of historic grandeur and vibrant modern culture. While there are over a million people living in the Helsinki urban area, within a 30km radius there are two national parks, 1200 kms of bike paths, sevaral places of interest, hundreds of islands, and just a small part of Finland’s stunning coastline.

Included within the tour is a trip to neighbouring Estonia. With just a 2-hour ferry ride across the Gulf of Finland, you can be in the country’s enchanting capital city Tallin.

Note! You can easily add one of our other tours to your itinerary. For example, the shorter version of Turku Archipelago tour would work nicely before or after the Helsinki weekend.

Helsinki Weekend Cycling Holiday:

5 days / 4 nights (optional nights in Helsinki before or after the tour possible)

Dates: 5.5.-3.10.2021

Arrivals: on wednesdays (other weekdays possible for groups min. 6 persons)

Total: 120-60km

Level: Easy / Intermediate

Rates (per person and doubleroom): Starting xxx euros (self-guided) or xxx euros (guided)

Including: Accommodation and breakfast in a shared double room or single/single use room (supplement), return ferry ride to Tallinn, one way boat trip (bike included) to Porvoo

Not included: Flights, airport transfers, meals (except breakfasts),

Single supplement: xxx euros (for 4 nights)

Bike rental: xxx euros (touring bike) xxx euros (eBike)

Accommodations: All 4 nights in Helsinki

Itinerary (3 days cycling)

Day 1: Arrival Arrival in Helsinki, Welcome by your guide and bike rental / fitting.

Day 2: Espoo Waterfront Walk and Cycle Route (48km)

There are many alternative ways to cycle this route. We suggest that you travel by local train to Kauklahti / Espoo and start cycling from there. You can always hop on to the metro for a quicker return.

Day 3: Daytrip to Estonia and the Best of Tallin (35-40km)

Meet your local guide at the port and enjoy cycling around the Estonian capital. Your guide will also show you the magnificently restored Old Town that dates back to the time of the Hanseatic merchants.

Day 4: Porvoo and Eastern Helsinki 52km / 75km

This mediaeval city is one of Finland’s most popular tourist destinations. With its 15th century cathedral and unique traditional houses, Porvoo is one of the most beautiful towns in Finland. Soak up the majestic evening sun with a peaceful cycle ride back to Helsinki. (An optional trip is a boat ride to Porvoo (Takes approx 3½ hours)

NOTE! The boat operates 15.5.- 4.9.2021.

Day 5: Individual Departure