Island Hopping by Bike in the Finnish Archipelago

01Day

Personal arrival to Turku, a bustling summer city on the south-west coast of Finland. There is a medieval castle and cathedral, linked by a river with cycling path. From a wide selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants, the pop-up food and drinks around the cathedral is a particular highlight.
Overnight in Turku (B)

02Day

Cycling Distance approximately 63km + 1 ferry
Collect your bicycles and ride out of the city. A fine system of Bike Lanes keeps you out of the traffic as you head into the archipelago. One short ferry brings you to the island of Nauvo for overnight stay by the sea. Your accommodation in the harbour area offers a selection of local places to eat and drink.
Overnight in Nauvo (B)

03Day

Cycling Distance approximately 40km + ferries
A choice of routes takes you across a couple of islands to your next accommodation. On the way visit the local wooden church and take lunch in waterside local restaurant. We recommend guests to pre-book a private session in the hotel's sauna by the sea.
We suggest a pre-dinner drink in the garden, before enjoying the excellent 5-course dinner tonight in the hotel’s top-rated restaurant included in the package.
Overnight in Houtskari (B+D)

04Day

Cycling Distance approximately 44km direct + ferry
There is one relaxing ferry journey today between 2 of the biggest of the archipelago islands. We direct you to local eating places and some sights along the way.
Enjoy an amazing multi-course tasting menu for dinner, provided by top local chef.
Overnight in Korppoo (B+D)

05Day

Cycling Distance approximately 62km + ferries
Returning by ferry to the mainland, continue the ride by our off-the-beaten track route, crossing numerous small islands linked by bridges. The overnight destination is Naantali, an idyllic harbour village of cobbled streets and old wooden houses.
Overnight in Naantali (B)

06Day

Cycling Distance approximately 36km
The final cycling day of the tour guests can choose to have some free time in Naantali, or in Turku at the end.
Our route visits the island of Ruissalo, and although close to the city it's a beautiful place, sprinkled with hidden local cafes. After arriving back to Turku it's time to return the bicycles.
Overnight in Turku (B)

07Day

Time to return home, or extend your stay in Turku.

Dates & Prices
  • FIXED DEPARTURE DATES in 2027
    MAY 30
    JUNE 6, 12, 20, 27
    JULY 3, 11, 18, 25
    AUGUST 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
    SEPTEMBER 5
  • PRICES IN EUR (euros)
    1210 EUR per person sharing twin/double
    1915 EUR per person in single
  • E-BIKE SUPPLEMENT
    235 EUR per person extra for electric bike
  • LUGGAGE TRANSFER
    285 EUR per piece minimum 2 pieces per booking - A
    379 EUR per piece minimum 2 pieces per booking - B
    Note on Luggage Transfer:
    Luggage Transfer Package A includes 4 transfers. 1 night on remotest island is not included but plenty space in panniers.
    Luggage Transfer Package B includes all hotels (5 transfers).
  • We donate 10 EUR for every person booked via this web site on this tour to the John Nurminen Foundation, a charitable organisation protecting the Baltic Sea and its cultural heritage.

Extras possible on request including extra nights in Turku, train tickets from Helsinki to Turku, and overnight stays in Helsinki

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What's Included
  • 6 nts accommodation with breakfast
  • 2 dinners (5 course & multi-course tasting menu)
  • 21-/24-speed hybrid bicycle with 2 x waterproof panniers (approximately 20l volume), pump, helmet, phone holder
  • E-Bikes available for supplement
  • All necessary island ferry fees
  • Cycling road map (1 for up to 2 persons)
  • Detailed printed Route Information Booklet including ferry information
  • Route in GPX format for use in compatible devices such as mobile phones
  • Emergency phone service
  • Luggage storage at start/end hotel (or luggage transfer for supplement)
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BOOKING, PAYMENT & CANCELLATION TERMS
  • Bookings made should include guest names, room choice (for double occupancy indicate preference for 2 twin bedded rooms or 1 large bed) sex, heights, any special diets, and if luggage transfer is included or not.
  • After we have confirmed accommodations, a deposit of 20% payable by credit card is required to secure the booking. A secure payment link will be sent when resvervation is confirmed.
  • Balance payment is due 60 days prior to arrival payable via secure credit card link sent 7 days prior to this date.
  • After paying the deposit, cancellation of bookings is possible up to 60 days prior to tour arrival, less deposit paid
  • Cancellations made less than 60 days prior to tour arrival, and before 30 days prior to arrival, will be charged 50% of the booking total.
  • Cancellations made later than 30 days prior to tour arrival will be charged in full.
  • Note that The Travel Experience reserve the right to change the route and/or accommodation due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Food +/or Fuel Surcharges may be added depending on world price fluctuations.
  • Re the bicycles and associated equipment provided as part of the tour, we work with the top, most reputable suppliers in the region, ratified by the local tourism office. Hybrid bicycles supplied are generally tough and sturdy, rather than sporty, chosen to adapt to varying terrain on an at-times remote route. The Bicycle Supplier, whilst not not always providing brand-new equipment, do always professionally maintain their bicycles providing a clean and safe product for guests use. However, in the unlikely case that there are issues with the rented equipment, the Bicycle Supplier has a process in place and any issues pertaining the the bicycles and equipment will be settled on-the-spot between the Bicycle Supplier and the Customer.
    In cases where the provided equipment is faulty the Bicycle Supplier will endeavour to fix the equipment, or provide a change of equipment, at the earliest possible opportunity. Fixes can include phone assistance to find any possible solution, or on-the-spot service. Note that on-the-spot fixes and/or replacements may take time to due to potential remote island locations.
    In cases where the Customer causes damage to, or loss of, the equipment, such as, but not limited to, accident (howsoever caused), damage (howsoever caused) by a third party known or unknown, or loss or theft, the Customer will be responsible for any related costs to fixing or replacing the equipment. The Bicycle Supplier will provide Customer on-the-spot (or in advance) their written terms of such an agreement so Customer is made aware of this prior to leaving on their tour. The Bicycle Supplier, not the tour organiser, TTE - The Travel Experience Oy, is responsible for collecting any such related costs directly from the Customer.
    Repairing of Punctures are considered the Customer’s responsibility to be corrected by repair kit provided by the Bicycle Supplier.
    We suggest each guest has relevant travel insurance in place to cover any costs that may arise from any eventuality.
    Note that the tour organiser, TTE-The Travel Experience, have their own liability insurance in place for their tour opertaions but in matters relating to the actual rented equipment, the above guidelines will apply.
  • The Customer understands and agrees that despite all professional efforts by the tour organiser to provide a quality and safe product, the tour is self-guided and as such the Customer participates at their own risk, and in any case of personal injury for the customer and/or injury caused to any third party, it is agreed by all parties that the customer cycles at their own risk and should have adequate relevant personal travel insurance to cover any situation that may arise beyond the control and responsibility of the tour organiser. The tour organiser will provide emergency contact numbers as part of the tour documentation.

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