A TRIP TO THE HEART OF THE REAL FINLAND

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1 A TRIP TO THE HEART OF THE REAL FINLAND EXPERIENCE THE REAL FINLAND IN ONE OF OUR TYPICAL HOUSES AND «MÖKKI» COTTAGES SHARE EXPERIENCES WITH FINNISH PEOPLE SAVOUR FINNISH CUISINE AND LOCAL PRODUCE ENJOY OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES EXPLORE FINNISH LAKESIDE TOWN AND VILLAGE LIFE AND CULTURE

2 The My Finland travel agency will organize your stay in Finland. A 7-day trip in-step with nature s rhythm and the Finnish lifestyle. Small group bookings (max. 8 people) for a unique experience. With the help of our partners, we offer a broad spectrum of activities and visits for a truly unforgettable trip. EARLY BOOKING OFFERS Book now, pay later! REAL FINLAND 7-DAY PACKAGE from 1598 / person (group of 8) from 1947 / person (group of 5) The following program is for the spring, summer and autumn seasons This price includes: transportation to/ from the airport (domestic flights not included) + local transportation within Finland (flights not included), all accommodation, the meals and activities in the program. The price does not include the following: flights, alcoholic beverages or other personal expenses. The program is subject to change. DO YOU WISH TO EXPERIENCE THE REAL FINLAND? 7 DAYS IN THE HEART OF THE REAL FINLAND From Helsinki to Kouvola in the Lakeland, passing through Lahti, Jaala, Verla, the National Parc of Repovesi and Porvoo. In Finland forget time and live according to nature s rhythm! If you want to experience the Finnish way of life, discover breath-taking places and immerse yourself in Finnish culture then let us at My Finland take care of your trip. My Finland has houses in the South, East and North of Finland, including Lapland. We work with numerous business partners, allowing us to offer seasonal variations for your trip.

3 DAY 1 & 2 The first two days are dedicated to visiting the city of Lahti, about 100 kilometers North of Helsinki. This town is very agreable with its small harbor on the shores of Vesijärvi Lake. It is here that you will savour your first cinnamon rolls, enjoy mountain biking or Nordic walking through the ancient ice-age hills of Lahti. Day 1 program Arrival* in Finland Transportation from the airport to the lakeside city of Lahti, surrounded by hills that were carved during the ice-age. Meal and lodgings in a typical Finnish house A stroll through the woods You will receive a warm welcome for your first two nights in our pretty house in Lahti. It breathes serenity and it feels like home. Being surrounded by nature is extremely beneficial for both body and mind. No stress here, only good vibes. Day 2 program Finnish breakfast at home Visit Lahti, stroll and coffee break at the marina Lunch in a local restaurant with delicious, carefully prepared Finnish dishes Dinner at home, prepared together. Learn a Finnish recipe with us!

4 DAY 3 First half of the day will be spent in the hills surrounding Lahti where you can either go hiking or mountain biking. In the afternoon we will depart for the Finnish Lakeland in the east of the country, with a stop-off in a supermarket to allow you to get familiar with the day-to-day life of Finnish people. In the Lake District, we own a beautiful, typically Finnish lakeside cottage «mökki», surrounded by nature. Breakfast in the Sinuhe café downtown Easy to medium biking session in the woods and hills with Ville Mattinen from BikeHike or on foot Lunch in Lahti at home Depart for the mökki in the Lake District Region Arrival at our mökki, row-boat tour of the lake Dinner at the cottage : Finnish stew Sauna with a swim in the lake DAY 4 Go back in time to see how Finns lived at the old wood and cardboard treatment factory in the village of Verla, now a museum and Unesco World Heritage site. A day with nature, beside the water with tasty Finnish pastries and sharing of moments. Breakfast, with porridge and other Finnish specialities Visit the Unesco World Heritage site of Verla with its museum (from May to September, or by request) Lunch: lakeside bbq with sausages and leipäjuusto, a traditional Finnish cheese Row-boat trip accross the lake Baking cinnamon rolls, including the recipe Dinner at the cottage Sauna with a swim in the lake

5 DAY 5 DAY 6 Spend a formidable day in the Repovesi National Parc with Riitta, the «Granny of the woods». Discover the park and have a picnic in a truly exceptional setting. After a day out in the woods, rest and relax in a warm sauna. Enjoy the simplicity of it all! An unforgettable concert recital at The Villa Concerto, featuring a performer singing and playing the kantele, the Finnish national instrument. Note: this is a private concert hall, redesigned & renovated to the utmost taste! Breakfast at the cottage Stroll and lunch in the Repovesi National Park with Riitta, Granny of the Woods from KymiSun Eija from Virtakiven Sauna invites you to visit the sauna of an old factory, a building located in Kouvola in an exceptional setting near the Kymi river Dinner with Finnish specialities in the Virtakiven Sauna restaurant Breakfast at Virtakiven Sauna Souvenir hunting in the small town of Kouvola Lunch at the Betony Gastropub Arrival at the Villa Concerto, hosted by Marianne Kantele concert at the Villa Concerto Dinner at the Villa Concerto with a Finnish family.

6 DAY 7 Visit the old quarters of the small and picturesque town of Porvoo followed by the bubbly and vibrant city of Helsinki. To end your sojourn have lunch at home with a Finnish family. Breakfast in the Villa Concerto Departure for Helsinki Visit of the Olde Town of Porvoo Tour of Helsinki Lunch with a Finnish family Transportation to the airport/hotel * Create a private 5-8 person group of your own with flights to suit. ** Start or extend your trip with a short stay in Helsinki or Tallinn, Estonia that you can either arrange for yourself, or through My Finland. We can customize your trip to match your flights..

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8 INFO & CONTACT BY MAIL : info@myfinland.info taina@myfinland.info PHONE: Palvaanniementie 477, Jaala, Finland OR VIA THE CONTACT FORM : Flash this QR code with your smartphone to visit My Finland s website! My Finland Winter: Magical Winter Wonderland My Finland Spring: Nature s Awakening My Finland Summer: Blue Waters and Green Gold My Finland Autumn: Beautiful Autumn Colours My Finland Ltd All rights reserved C.E.O : Taina Immonen Graphic design : Claudia Tomasi Photos : My Finland, Claudia Tomasi, Juha Korhonen / NuMedia