Finland

Helsinki & Luxury Lodge Adventure

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Holiday Duration

7 nights
Best Time To Go

May to October
Price From

£2690 per person
Wild Rating

3 out of 5

Holiday Idea

Combine city culture with a true wilderness escape into the dense Finnish forest. Summer serenity is met with exhilarating adventure on this seven-night escape. From the saunas and sea pools in Helsinki to the sprawling wilds of Nuuksio National Park, embark on nature-embracing activities whilst staying in luxury glamping at the sustainable Haltia Lake Lodge.

Itinerary

Exterior view of Glamping Dome at Haltia Lake Lodge in Finland

View over a church in the centre of Helsinki in Finland at sunset

Day 1 | Arrive in Helsinki & Sauna

Arrive in Finland’s capital and transfer to your hotel for a three-night stay. A visit to the local sauna is part of everyday life in Helsinki, so why not enjoy this relaxing and cultural experience at Löyly, a modern seaside sauna with a stylish, glass-walled restaurant and a large deck.

Helsinki Cathedral during summer in Finland

Day 2 | Helsinki Sightseeing

Enjoy the sights in Finland's capital today. Stop to admire the beautiful white Tuomiokirkko cathedral and perhaps visit the UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna to explore the museums, former bunkers and fortress walls. Why not opt to explore Helsinki’s world-famous Design District? Interested in museums? Browsing The Design Museum, National Museum of Finland and Museum of Finnish Architecture could easily fill a day.

Allas seapool during summer in Helsinki, Finland

Day 3 | Sightseeing & Alas Sea Pool

Head out and explore the capital. You’ll find Allas Sea Pool, a marine spa and an oasis of urban culture right in the heart of the city. It offers new ways of enjoying the Baltic Sea, just a stone's throw away from Market Square and other main attractions. Open year-round, it has three saunas, two warm water pools and one seawater pool, to which the water is pumped from nearby streams and filtered clean.

Double glamping tent at Haltia Lake Lodge in Espoo, Finland

Day 4 | Luxury Glamping in Nuuksio National Park

Travel by train to Haltia Lake Lodge, a luxurious retreat hidden in the Finnish wilderness. The lodge has a strong focus on sustainability and is powered completely using wind energy. Check-in to your spacious and incredibly well-equipped glamping lodge in the heart of the Finnish forest. After settling in, perhaps make your way to the Forest Lounge & Bar for dinner.

Running on fallen tree at Haltia Lake Lodge in Espoo, Finland

Day 5 | Forest Body Care

Venture into the Nuuksio primaeval forest and challenge your inner hiker. Learn how to move to tackle the terrain with an expert guide. Take in the sounds of the birds and wander alongside sparkling lakes.

Aerial view of Haltia Lake Lodge in Espoo, Finland

Day 6 | Forest Yoga Class

This morning, head to the lake for a tranquil yoga session, focusing on energising the body and mind. In the afternoon, discover the best route for embarking on a leisurely hike into the surrounding wilderness.

Canoeing at Haltia Lake Lodge in Espoo, Finland

Day 7 | Guided Canoeing

Today, explore one of Nuuksio’s lesser-known areas by canoe. The sheltered lakes make gliding through calming waters simple. Discover both lakes and the surrounding wildlife on this two-hour adventure. Later, why not opt to relax in the sauna, before dining in Espoo in the evening.

View of Haltia Lake Lodge in Espoo, Finland

Day 8 | Departure Day

Bid farewell to Espoo, Finland and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Where Will I Rest My Head?

Scandic Grand Central

Scandic Grand Central’s effortlessly stylish interior is a mix of its industrial heritage and an art nouveau influence, perfect for a luxury city break.

Helsinki, Finland