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TREASURES OF THE KINGS ROAD 2009

 

8 days / 7 nights, Helsinki - Porvoo - Turku - Naantali -

Baltic Sea Cruise - Stockholm

 

Departures: June 07 - September 10, 2009 on request

Kings Road, Finland

 Nestled between Sweden and Norway to the west and Russia to the east is Finland, rich in natural beauty, heritage,

 history. The King's road is a century-old thoroughfare connecting neighboring Sweden and Russia during the Crusades,

 used by kings and their messengers since the 13th century. It traverses rolling farmland, dense forests, charming

 villages, castles and fortresses, stately manors and beautiful seascapes. Your journey explores the scenic southern

 region of Finland, the culturally and historically rich King's Road, stretching west from Stockholm to Helsinki and to the

 750-year old city of Turku, a must-see for history lovers. Its 13th century castle is Finland's most important building;

 the city's cathedral is the seat of the Lutheran Church of Finland and a national shrine.

 

Day 1 ARRIVAL HELSINKI

Arrive Helsinki and transfer on your own to hotel. Rest of day at leisure.

Accommodation: Scandic Hotel Continental

Day 2 HELSINKI (B)

Pick up from your hotel at 9:15 am for a 1.5 hour sightseeing tour of Helsinki, sights include the historical centre, the Senate Square, Presidential Palace, City Hall, and the Parliament building. Stop at the Sibelius Monument. Afternoon at leisure.

Accommodation: Scandic Hotel Continental


Helsinki, Lutheran Church


Day 3 HELSINKI - PORVOO (B)

Today depart at 1:00 from Esplanade Park for a 4 hour excursion to the idyllic town of Porvoo, Finland’s second oldest city, dating from 1346. Visits include the Old Church, Town Hall Square and the old red warehouses. Browse along the cobblestone streets and delightful handicraft shops in the Old Town. Evening at leisure.

Accommodation: Scandic Hotel Continental

Porvoo, Finland

 

Day 4 HELSINKI - TURKU - NAANTALI SPA (B)

After breakfast, transfer on own to train station. Depart by train to Turku, Finland's oldest city. Transfer upon arrival by private car to the Naantali Spa. Rest of day at leisure to enjoy the Spa facilities. Overnight at the first class Naantali Spa, most luxurious spa hotel in Scandinavia!
Accommodation: Naantali Spa

 

Naantali, Finland


Day 5 TURKU - NAANTALI (B)

Today is free explore the sights of this 750-year-old former capital. Enjoy sightseeing and shopping with the Turku City Card, offering sightseeing tours at half price, discounts at shops and restaurants, free entrances to museums and more. Visit the 13th century Castle, Finland's most important historic building and the Cathedral, seat of the Lutheran Church of Finland.

Accommodation: Naantali Spa


Silja Line, Ingrid Shumway


Day 6 TURKU - STOCKHOLM (B)

Enjoy day at your leisure. This evening transfer on own to the pier for your evening departure on the luxurious Silja Line ship. Cruise across the shimmering Baltic Sea into the archipelago surrounding Stockholm while enjoying the entertainment on board.

Accommodation: onboard Silja Line, Seaside cabin

 

Day 7 STOCKHOLM (B)

Breakfast on board before arriving Stockholm at 9:30 am. Transfer on your own to the city center hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure to explore Stockholm.

Accommodation: Scandic Hotel Sergel Plaza


Day 8 STOCKHOLM (B)

Breakfast and check-out. Your pleasant journey along the King’s Road has come to an end.

 FTB

 

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 Departure Dates 2009

 June 07 - September 10 on request

 

 Prices in US Dollar

 Per person in double room

1,475

 Single supplement 755
 3rd person in extra bed 1,365

 Included

  • Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with bath or shower

  • 3 nights in Helsinki at Scandic Hotel Continental or similar

  • 2 nights at Naantali Spa in mini suite

  • 1 night in Stockholm at Scandic Hotel Sergel Plaza or similar

  • Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily

  • Helsinki city sightseeing, 1.5 hours

  • Excursion to Porvoo, 4 hours

  • Train, Helsinki - Turku, 2nd class

  • Transfer from Turku Railway Station to Naantali by private car and with English speaking driver

  • Overnight cruise Turku - Stockholm on Silja Line

  • Seaside cabin and buffet breakfast

  • Service charges and taxes on included items

 Not Included

  • Airfare & Airport taxes

  • Gratuities

  • Personal insurance / personal items

  • $ 25 Service fee

 Add-ons: Tour Options

 St. Petersburg Art & Ballet prior to the program

 Stockholm city sightseeing

 Additional nights in Helsinki and Stockholm

 

 Please note:

 This is a non-escorted tour with pre-booked

 hotel reservations. Sightseeing and excursions

 are with English speaking guides.

 

 List of Hotels

 Night 1, & 3

 Scandic Hotel Continental

 Helsinki / Finland

 Night 4 & 5

 Naantali Spa & Resort

 Naantali / Finland

 Night 6

 On board Silja Line, Seaside cabin

 Helsinki - Stockholm / Sweden

 Night 7

 Scandic Hotel Sergel Plaza

 Stockholm / Sweden

 

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