After breakfast at the hotel, your discovery of Finland begins with a private guided tour through the capital's architectural wonders and seaside charm. On this three-hour city tour, you will explore Helsinki's fascinating blend of East and West - a legacy of Swedish and Russian influence. Visit the grand Senate Square, admire the Neoclassical Helsinki Cathedral and the striking Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral. Enjoy the city's artistic heartbeat at Esplanade Park, marvel at the sculptural drama of Sibelius Monument, and if available, step into the otherworldly Rock Church, carved directly into solid granite. From classic landmarks to bold modern icons like the Oodi Library, Helsinki is a city of contrast, culture, and calm. Following your urban immersion, lunch will be served at a local restaurant (included). In the afternoon, leave the city behind as you head into one of Finland's most treasured natural wonders - Nuuksio National Park. Just under an hour's drive from Helsinki, Nuuksio offers a peaceful wilderness of deep forests, sparkling lakes, and ancient rock formations. Led by an English-speaking nature guide, you will enjoy a tranquil forest walk, breathing in fresh air and listening to the whispers of the Nordic pines. The park is home to rare flora and fauna, and nearby Haltia Nature Centre offers interactive exhibitions that reveal the diversity of Finnish landscapes - from Lapland fells to southern archipelagos. Return to your hotel in the early evening. The rest of the evening is at your leisure. Explore the vibrant restaurant scene, unwind at a local bar, or simply relax and reflect on a day that captured both the pulse and peace of Finland. Lunch included. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Helsinki. ...
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