9-Day Finland & Estonia Stay & Explore Tour

Helsinki, Porvoo & Medieval Tallinn with Optional Baltic Adventures

Discover the magic of the Nordic and Baltic capitals on this perfectly balanced 9-day Finland & Estonia tour. Stay in central hotels, explore UNESCO-listed Old Towns, cruise across the Baltic Sea, and customize your journey with optional cultural and nature excursions.

Ideal for travelers seeking history, architecture, scenic coastlines, and flexible exploration — all without constantly changing hotels.

DAY 1 – Tuesday: Depart for Finland

Board your international flight to Helsinki and prepare for an unforgettable Nordic & Baltic experience.

Overnight: In-flight

DAY 2 – Wednesday: Arrive in Helsinki

Welcome to Helsinki, Finland’s stylish seaside capital known for its clean design, Nordic cuisine, and coastal beauty. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy leisure time.

This evening, meet your Tour Manager at 6 PM, followed by a welcome dinner.

Overnight: Helsinki
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3 – Thursday: Helsinki City Tour

Explore Helsinki’s architectural and cultural highlights:

• Senate Square

• Helsinki Cathedral

• Uspenski Cathedral

• Esplanade Park

• Oodi Library

Discover Finland’s fascinating blend of Russian, Swedish, and Nordic influences. The award-winning Oodi Library showcases cutting-edge Scandinavian design with creative studios, reading spaces, and panoramic terraces.

Afternoon at leisure to explore markets, museums, or waterfront cafés.

Overnight: Helsinki
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4 – Friday: Porvoo Old Town Walking Tour

Travel to charming Porvoo, one of Finland’s oldest towns on the Gulf of Finland.

Wander cobblestone streets lined with colorful wooden houses and artisan boutiques. Visit the 15th-century Porvoo Cathedral, perched above the town.

Learn about Porvoo’s medieval trading heritage and literary history before returning to Helsinki.

Overnight: Helsinki
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5 – Saturday: Helsinki at Leisure or Optional Turku & Naantali

Enjoy a free day in Helsinki or join the optional excursion to:

Turku & Naantali Highlights

• Visit Turku, Finland’s former capital

• Explore Turku Castle, dating back to the 13th century

• Stroll the coastal town of Naantali with its charming waterfront

Return to Helsinki in the evening.

Overnight: Helsinki
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6 – Sunday: Ferry to Tallinn & City Tour

Sail across the Baltic Sea to Tallinn. Enjoy scenic archipelago views and brunch onboard.

Upon arrival, explore Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, including:

• Toompea Castle

• Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

• Gothic Town Hall

• Song Festival Grounds

• St. Bridget’s Convent ruins

Tallinn’s medieval charm and dramatic church spires create one of Europe’s most photogenic cityscapes.

Overnight: Tallinn
Meals: Breakfast, Brunch

DAY 7 – Monday: Tallinn Leisure or Optional Lahemaa National Park

Free day or optional nature escape to:

Lahemaa National Park Experience

Visit Lahemaa National Park, Estonia’s largest national park.

Walk along the Viru Bog boardwalk, tour elegant Palmse Manor, and explore the coastal fishing village of Altja.

Return to Tallinn late afternoon.

Overnight: Tallinn
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8 – Tuesday: Tallinn Leisure or Optional West Estonia Discovery

Enjoy your final day exploring independently or join the optional West Estonia tour featuring:

• Keila Waterfall

• Keila-Joa Manor

• Paldiski

• Rummu Quarry

This tour blends dramatic coastal scenery with fascinating Soviet-era history.

Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner.

Overnight: Tallinn
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9 – Wednesday: Depart Estonia

Transfer to the airport for your return flight home.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Highlights

✔ Explore two vibrant capitals: Helsinki & Tallinn
✔ Ferry across the Baltic Sea
✔ UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town
✔ Porvoo coastal charm
✔ Optional national park & Baltic coastline adventures
✔ First Class hotels in central locations
✔ English-speaking Tour Manager throughout

Stay & Explore Package Includes

• Round-trip flights: New York–Helsinki / Tallinn–New York

• 7 nights First Class accommodations

  • 4 nights Helsinki

  • 3 nights Tallinn

• Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn

• 9 meals (7 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 1 dinner)

• Guided sightseeing & entrance fees

• Local expert guides

• Modern motor coach transportation

• Wireless touring earphones

• All hotel taxes & porterage