THROUGH SOUTHERN FINLAND AND THE KING'S ROAD BY BIKE

The majority of visiting tourists to Finland arrive into the capital Helsinki. Helsinki itself is a cycle-friendly city and can be covered in full via dedicated cycle tracks. The countryside of southern Finland is perfect cycling country - varied scenery combined with ease of access to the capital where tours begin and end.
Our cycle tours of the region follow quiet country roads, a region dotted with mediaeval churches, imposing manor houses, picturesque old iron foundry sites, charming towns and villages, rolling hills, lakes and thick Finnish forests - quintessential Finland.
We offer two suggested routes in the area, each with its own particular charm. These 2 routes can be combined to make a longer tour if desired.
The tours follow in part, the course of the old King's Road, a historic medieval postal route which linked Bergen in Norway with St Petersburg in Russia.
The routes are relatively flat on good surfaced roads, with occasional short stretches on gravel roads. There are some rolling sections and occasional steeper climbs, but would suit most reasonably active people.
 

KING'S ROAD BY BIKE - WESTERN ROUTE
Stay in a selection of hand-picked accommodations with character, and experience the delightful countryside of the western King's Road region - an excellent combination of tranquil country roads and atmospheric small towns and villages.

Day 1
Individual arrival to Helsinki.
Overnight in a Helsinki city centre hotel

Day 2 Approx 65km (this can be shortened if desired by using train from Helsinki to station a little outside the city)
In the morning collect your bicycle (unless you take the option to bring your own bike). Head west away from Helsinki along the winding coastal road, a route only known to locals and offering some fine sea views and atmospheric cafes to stop for refreshments. Take a small detour to visit the Hvitträsk manor house before continuing via the historic King's Road postal route to your overnight accommodation.
Overnight in country farmhouse with dinner

Day 3 Approx 55km
After breakfast head west and visit Mustio Manor house, and take a stroll through its extensive grounds. Continue to one of Finland's most picturesque villages, Fiskars. In the village, with its river and rapids flowing through the centre, there are several museums, exhibitions, and workshops depicting southern Finland's industrial heritage.
Overnight and dinner in Fiskars village

Day 4 Approx. 40km
Riding the King's Road further west, today's destination is Tammisaari, an idyllic seaside town with a well-preserved section of old wooden houses from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Overnight in a hotel, located in the town centre, by the Old Town and sea.

Day 5 Approx. 35km
Return east today along a beautiful off-the-beaten-track country lane. Visit the ruins of Raaseborg Castle before heading north to the town of Karjaa and boarding the train back to Helsinki.
Overnight in a Helsinki city centre hotel

Day 6
Depart for personal journey home, or extend the tour with an extra night in Helsinki and explore the capital by bike along its many dedicated cycle paths.

EXTRA NIGHTS
Its possible to extend the tour with pre- and post-nights in Helsinki. Its popular to choose 1 extra day to explore Helsinki itself by bike, which is easy with its many dedicated cycle paths - bikes can be rented for an extra day to the tour as required.

Bicycles
Bicycle (21/24 gear hybrid) hire with repair kit, helmet and panniers :
Extra day:

* NOTE : This tour can be combined with the Eastern Route above to make a longer tour if desired *
 

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