Relaxed 13-Day Finland Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Tampere to Helsinki and Turku

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Embark on this 13-day relaxed road trip in Finland, as Tampere, Kangasala, Raikku, Hämeenlinna, Riihimäki, Vantaa, Helsinki, Turku, Jänessaari, Rauma, and Pori welcome you with stunning sights, fun activities, and the freedom of a laid-back self-drive holiday!

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in Finland, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 5 nights in Tampere, 4 nights in Helsinki, and 3 nights in Turku, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in Finland.

Your journey starts in Tampere, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 13-day relaxed road trip in Finland to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in Finland already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Linnanmäki and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Kauppatori.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this Finland road trip itinerary for 13 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in Finland.

If you want to make your 13-day relaxed self-drive tour in Finland even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in Finland includes 12 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 13 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 13-day relaxed self-drive road trip in Finland today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Tampere - Arrival day
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  • Koskipuisto
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Your relaxed road trip through Finland starts when you reach the incredible city of Tampere, where you'll stay for 4 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Tampere and begin your adventure in Finland.

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.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in Finland. Enjoy your first taste of Tampere as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Tampere
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Drive 11 km, 52 min

  • Särkänniemi
  • Pyynikki Coffee Shop & Observation Tower
  • Hatanpää Park Arboretum
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Finland makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, Finland also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Tampere and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Look back at an amazing day filled with adventure in Finland. And don’t forget to get some rest so you can continue your relaxed holiday in Finland tomorrow with new energy.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Tampere
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Drive 3 km, 52 min

  • Museum Centre Vapriikki
  • Finlayson Factory Area
  • The Finnish Labor Museum Werstas
  • Amuri Museum of Historic Housing
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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Finland by joining a traveler-approved tour in Tampere. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Tampere that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in Finland more memorable.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Tampere has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Tampere and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your leisurely paced road trip in Finland!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Tampere
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Drive 57 km, 1 hour 28 min

  • Tampere Cathedral
  • Moomin Museum
  • Automobile and Road Museum Mobilia
  • Vehoniemi automobile museum
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On day 4 of your relaxed road trip in Finland, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Tampere and visit amazing attractions in Tampere, Kangasala, and Raikku, just outside the city. You still have 1 night left in Tampere, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

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

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Tampere, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Tampere. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Grab yourself a drink and savor every moment of your relaxed road trip experience in Finland!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Tampere
  • Helsinki
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Drive 226 km, 3 hours 22 min

  • Aulanko Observation Tower
  • The Hunting Museum of Finland
  • Heureka
  • Sipoonkorpi National Park
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Day 5 of your leisurely self-drive tour in Finland offers another chance for an in-depth travel experience. You’ll stay in Helsinki for 4 nights.

In Helsinki, you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a day on the road. Our top recommendations go perfectly with your laid-back road trip in Finland.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Finland. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Helsinki, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Helsinki and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Finland!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Helsinki
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Drive 3 km, 51 min

  • Helsinki Cathedral
  • Senate Square
  • Esplanadi park
  • Helsinki Market Square
  • Uspenski Cathedral
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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Finland. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in Finland and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Finland, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Helsinki.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Helsinki. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Toast to another amazing day in Finland!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Helsinki
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Drive 14 km, 2 hours 21 min

  • Korkeasaari Zoo
  • Kaisaniemi Park
  • Kaivopuisto
  • Punavuori
  • Kallio
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Finland more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Finland. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Helsinki, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Helsinki. The bars in Helsinki make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Helsinki!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Helsinki
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Drive 9 km, 33 min

  • Linnanmäki
  • Sibelius Monument
  • Sibelius Park
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Finland makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, Finland also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Helsinki, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in Finland.

Cherish every minute of your relaxed road trip vacation across Finland.

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Helsinki
  • Turku
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Drive 169 km, 2 hours 23 min

  • Art Museum Ateneum
  • Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma
  • Finnish Museum of Natural History
  • Temppeliaukio Church
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Day 9 of your relaxed road trip across Finland offers a day of exciting discoveries. You’ll end your day in Turku, where you’ll stay for 3 nights.

You'll be staying in Turku on this laid-back road trip through Finland. You'll stay here for 3 nights.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Turku, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Turku.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Turku!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Turku
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Drive 25 km, 52 min

  • Botanic Garden of Turku
  • Turku Castle
  • Forum Marinum
  • Ispoinen Beach
  • Port Arthur (Portsa)
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On day 10 of your relaxed road trip across Finland, you’ll explore the area around Turku, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Turku will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of Finland.

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

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

Exploring the food culture in Turku offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Turku and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Raise your glass in celebration of your freedom and relaxed road trip adventure in Finland!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Turku
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Drive 4 km, 52 min

  • Kupittaa Park
  • Adventure Park Seikkailupuisto
  • Turku Cathedral
  • old Great Square
  • Aboa Vetus Ars Nova
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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Finland by joining a traveler-approved tour in Tampere. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Tampere that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in Finland more memorable.

Exploring the food culture in Turku offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in Finland!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Turku
  • Tampere
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Drive 257 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Rauma Maritime Museum
  • Old Rauma
  • Church of the Holy Cross
  • Pelle Hermanni playground
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Day 12 of your relaxed road trip in Finland will take you on a self-paced journey to more than one incredible place in one day. See some of the best attractions in Finland, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

Continue your laid-back road trip in Finland as you make your way to Tampere. Here, you’ll find top hotels and accommodations in the city, perfect for relaxing and recharging.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Finland, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Tampere.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Tampere. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Cherish every minute of your relaxed road trip vacation across 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 relaxed road trip in Finland is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 13 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 13-day relaxed road trip in Finland is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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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.
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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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