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TREASURES OF THE KINGS ROAD WEST 2006

8 days / 7 nights, Helsinki - Porvoo - Turku - Naantali - Baltic Sea Cruise - Stockholm


Departures: Saturdays, Mondays, Wednesdays / June 03 – September 13, 2006

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 and beyond. 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. Overnight at 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. Overnight at Scandic Hotel Continental.



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. Overnight at Scandic Hotel Continental.


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!

 


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. Overnight at the fabulous Naantali Spa.



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. Overnight in your comfortable 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. Overnight at Scandic Sergel Plaza Hotel.

Day 8 STOCKHOLM (B)

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

 

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Departure Dates

Saturdays, Mondays, Wednesdays

June 03 – September 13

 

Prices in US Dollars

Kings Road West, 8 days

Per person in double room

1,475
Single supplement 590

 

 

Included

  • 6 nights hotel accommodations

  • Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily

  • Helsinki city sightseeing, 1.5 hours

  • Excursion to Porvoo, 4 hours

  • Turku city card

  • Train, Helsinki – Turku

  • Reservation in 2nd class

  • Transfer by private car, Turku Railway Station – Naantali

  • Silja Line cruise Turku - Stockholm

  • Seaside cabin

  • Taxes

Not Included

  • Airfare & Airport taxes

  • Gratuities

  • Personal insurance / personal items

  • $ 25 Service fee

Add-ons: Tour Options

Please note:

This is a non-escorted tour.

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

Helsinki - Stockholm / Sweden

Night 7

Scandic Hotel Sergel Plaza

Stockholm / Sweden

 

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