Royal Path to Åbo - Medival Capital Turku Private day Tour

5.0 (3 reviews) Helsinki, Finland
Duration6h - 7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Swedish, Finnish, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Step into the living history of Finland with an exclusive private journey to Turku, the nation’s medieval capital and oldest city. Beyond the modern rush of Helsinki lies a realm of cobblestone squares and towering legends waiting to be rediscovered. Your expedition begins at the monumental Turku Cathedral, the mother of all Finnish churches, before winding through the atmospheric Old Great Square. Experience the city’s pulse along the Aura River, where historic riverboats dock against a backdrop of 19th-century architecture and the avant-garde lines of the modern library. We’ll delve into the local soul at the vintage Market Hall and trace the water’s edge to the formidable stone walls of the majestic Turku Castle. This isn't a rigid itinerary; it’s a seamless, curated immersion into the true Finnish spirit, navigated in the quiet luxury of a private vehicle with a personal guide who brings the North’s oldest stories to life at your own pace.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Booster seat
  • Snacks
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Personal Guide

What to expect

  1. Turku Cathedral
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Turku Cathedral, situated on the hillock of Unikankare, is Finland’s National Sanctuary.
    Dedicated to the Virgin Mary and Finland’s first bishop, St Henry, the church was consecrated in 1300. The Turku Cathedral is considered to be Finland’s most valuable historical monument.
  2. Turku Castle
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Turku Castle is already over 700 years old and one of Turku's premier attractions, located at the mouth of Aura River. In many exhibitions, style interiors and special occasions, the castle's eventful history and times are presented. A defensive bastion, a majestic court, a prison, an administrative center, a storehouse – the role of the castle has varied throughout the ages, but it is certain that many dramatic events have taken place here.
  3. Turku
    1h
    City sightseeing
  4. Turku Medieval Market
    1h
    Old Market Turku
  5. Turku University Botanical Garden
    1h
    optional
  6. Turku Market Square
    1h
    main square of Turku

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up from any location in Helsinki

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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