Treasures of the Kings Road West 2010
8 days / 7 nights, Helsinki - Turku - Naantali - Baltic Sea Cruise - Stockholm | | The King's Road is an ancient travel route, which was used by kings and their messengers since the 13th century. The route follows an old postal road, which ran between Scandinavia and Russia. Along the route there are a wealth of historic manor houses, medieval churches, picturesque villages and charming old ironworks. The section featured here runs through Finland's southern coastal region from Helsinki to Turku and on to Stockholm onboard a cruise ferry.
| Departure | On request from June 1st - August 31st, 2010 |
| Price | $1,485 per person in double room $2,280 single room $1,365 third person in extra bed |
| Included | Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with bath or shower 3 nights in Helsinki at Sokos Presidentii 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 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 |
| Please Note | This is a non-escorted tour with pre-booked hotel reservations. Sightseeing and excursions are with English speaking guides. |
| Tour Options | St. Petersburg Art & Ballet prior to the program Stockholm city sightseeing Additional nights in Helsinki and Stockholm |
Day 1 ARRIVAL HELSINKI
Arrive in Helsinki. Self-transfer to downtown hotel. The convenient airport bus service stops right by the Sokos Hotel Presidentti, your home for three nights. The property is situated off the main street Mannerheimintie downtown next to a large shopping center.
Day 2 HELSINKI(B)
Enjoy a 1 1/2 hour city tour of Helsinki. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure exploring Helsinki on your own.
Sokos Hotel Presidentii ;
Day 3 HELSINKI(B)
Enjoy the day on your own to explore Helsinki.
Sokos Hotel Presidentii ;
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.
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.
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.
Day 8 STOCKHOLM (B)
Breakfast and check-out. Your pleasant journey along the King's Road has come to an end.