13-Day Finland Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Tampere to Helsinki, Turku, and Vaasa and surrounding area

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 13-day road trip through Finland. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Finland. You will spend 2 nights in Tampere, 4 nights in Helsinki, 4 nights in Turku, and 2 nights in Vaasa. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Finland. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Tampere, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Finland on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Finland. Kauppatori and Senate Square are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Tampere, Helsinki, Vantaa, Raisio, Turku, Jänessaari, Pori, Reposaari, Rauma, Noormarkku, Vaasa, Ylistaro, Lapua, Ähtäri, and Seinäjoki, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Finland. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Finland.

Throughout your road trip in Finland, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Finland.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Finland fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Finland today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Tampere - Arrival day
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  • Koskipuisto
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Welcome to Tampere, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Finland! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 1 night discovering what to see in Tampere before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Tampere is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Tampere. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Finland. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Tampere, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 13-day road trip in Finland!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Tampere
  • Helsinki
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Drive 189 km, 2 hours 41 min

  • Finlayson Factory Area
  • Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower
  • Museum Centre Vapriikki
  • Moomin Museum
  • Hatanpää Park Arboretum
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Dive into day 2 of your remarkable road trip in Finland. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Tampere. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Helsinki, where you'll spend 4 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Helsinki, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Helsinki. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Finland!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Helsinki
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Drive 6 km, 26 min

  • Helsinki Cathedral
  • Senate Square
  • Esplanadi park
  • Helsinki Market Square
  • Uspenski Cathedral
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Day 3 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Tampere. You’ll stay in Helsinki for 3 nights more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Helsinki.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Finland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Helsinki, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Finland!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Helsinki
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Drive 10 km, 42 min

  • Kaivopuisto
  • Finnish Museum of Natural History
  • Temppeliaukio Church
  • Sibelius Park
  • Sibelius Monument
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You’ll stay in Helsinki for 2 nights.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Finland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Helsinki's best restaurants.

Head back to your accommodation in Helsinki and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Finland.

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Helsinki
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Drive 16 km, 52 min

  • Korkeasaari Zoo
  • National Museum of Finland
  • Art Museum Ateneum
  • Kaisaniemi Park
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Finland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Helsinki. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Helsinki
  • Turku
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Drive 223 km, 3 hours 19 min

  • Sipoonkorpi National Park
  • Heureka
  • Aviation Museum
  • Rhododendron Park
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On day 6 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Finland, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Vantaa and Raisio. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Turku, where you’ll be staying for 4 nights.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Turku. Turku offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Turku's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Turku
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Drive 20 km, 46 min

  • Kupittaa Park
  • Adventure Park Seikkailupuisto
  • Luostarinmäki
  • Turku Castle
  • Botanic Garden of Turku
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Turku, where you have 3 nights left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Turku.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Turku. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Head back to your accommodation in Turku and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Finland.

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Turku
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Drive 13 km, 36 min

  • Turku Cathedral
  • old Great Square
  • Aboa Vetus Ars Nova
  • Aurajokiranta
  • Ispoinen Beach
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You have 2 nights left in Turku. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Finland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Turku. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Finland!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Turku
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Drive 324 km, 4 hours 20 min

  • Central Pori Church
  • Pelle Hermanni playground
  • Kallo Lighthouse
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Wake up to day 9 of your road trip in Finland. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Pori and Reposaari. With 1 night to stay in Turku, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Turku and your accommodation.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Turku's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Say good night to Turku and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Finland!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Turku
  • Vaasa
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Drive 339 km, 4 hours 22 min

  • Old Rauma
  • Church of the Holy Cross
  • Villa Mairea
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On day 10 of your road trip in Finland, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Rauma and Noormarkku are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Vaasa, where you will stay for 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Vaasa. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Vaasa's best restaurants.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Finland!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Vaasa
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Drive 343 km, 4 hours 21 min

  • Wanha Markki
  • Vanha Paukku Cultural Center
  • Ähtäri Zoo
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On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Vaasa, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Ylistaro, Lapua, and Ähtäri.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Vaasa.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Vaasa, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Finland!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Vaasa
  • Tampere
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Drive 289 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • Ylistaro Church
  • Lakeuden Risti Church
  • Kiviniityn kotieläinpuisto
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Your itinerary for day 12 of your road trip in Finland includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Ylistaro and Seinäjoki. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Tampere, where you'll spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Tampere, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Tampere is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Tampere.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Finland!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Tampere - Departure day
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  • Näsi Park
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Day 13 of your road trip in Finland is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Finland!

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Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.
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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
Easily make changes
Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
Enjoy seamless planning
With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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From scenic road trips to city-hopping adventures, we’re here 24/7 to support you across Europe—before, during, and after your trip.

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