Private Medieval Porvoo by Car from Helsinki Private from Helsinki to Medieval Porvoo by Car
ID: GYG782514-1254360
Category:
Country: Finland
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
In 45 km from Helsinki lies the second oldest city in Finland - Porvoo. Let's drive there and walk the old cobble streets, see old houses and enter 14th century Cathedral!
Let us pick you up from the location of your choice and embark on a scenic 45-minute drive to Porvoo, Finland’s second oldest city.
Upon arrival, you'll spend 2.5 hours exploring the charming 1450s-built Cathedral, one of the few from this period in Finland, and marveling at the city’s wooden houses, pained by Albert Edelfelt. As you walk through the medieval town, savor a traditional Finnish pastry of the first Finnish national poet, Johan Runeberg, at a quaint 1700s café, try chocolate from a local factory with 150 years of history, and shop for handicraft souvenirs from local artisans. Most importantly, see the old wooden houses and feel time itself slowing down.
This tour suits everyone eager to walk, get away from the capital, and get a better understanding of a true Finnish character.
Finally, enriched by the beauty and history of Porvoo, we’ll return to modern Helsinki with another scenic 45-minute drive to a final destination of your choosing.
Please note that the streets in Porvoo are cobblestone, so comfortable shoes are highly recommended.
Highlights
- Pick up and drop off locations of your choosing
- Professional guide, private Nissan Qashqai car
- Walking (2.5h) and driving (1.5h) combo
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Old Porvoo is a city for walking, thus be prepared for ups and down.
Baby strollers and wheelchairs are not suitable for the tour.
We will contact you regarding your preferences 2 days before the tour.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
