Shore Excursion: best of Helsinki and Porvoo town tour

Seize this wonderful sightseeing opportunity with roundtrip transfer from the sea port and cover as many Helsinki major highlights as possible in 6 hours, including the Uspenski Cathedral, Market Square, Sibelius Monument and many others. After that get ready to plunge into a magnificent atmosphere of town Porvoo, where you will have a chance to try delicious Finnish chocolate.

The tour meeting point is located outside the main port gate, where your guide will be waiting for you at the appointed time. Check-in for the tour, board the bus and set off for the center of the city. Your guide will introduce the city and some major landmarks to you, such as: the Presidential Palace, the Uspenski Cathedral, City Hall, Parliament House the Sibelius Monument which is dedicated to the Finnish composer Jean Sibelius and the Lutheran Temppeliaukio Church (known as well as 'Rock Church').

Among other places of interest are Finlandia Hall and the Opera House, both famous venues where different cultural events take place. The bright Market Square will appeal to you with its abundance of souvenirs and food products.

When the Helsinki tour is over, you may have a rest in the bus and enjoy your trip to the little but charming town of Porvoo. On your arrival in this fairytale like place, you will start a walking tour in the Old Town which foundation dates back to the 14th century. Porvoo Cathedral which belongs to the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland will astonish you with its long history. You are free to make purchases - buy souvenirs, try the best Finnish chocolate and get acquainted with folk art. The charming village of Porvoo will let you escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the peaceful environment. At the end of the tour you will be transferred back to the ship.