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U R B A N C U L T U R E I N T H E A R M S
TAKE A TOUR U R B A N C U L T U R E I N T H E A R M S O F T H E 2016 A R C H I P E L A G O EXPERIENCE FROM ALL THESE OPPORTUNITES AND MUCH MORE BESIDES. EXPLORE THE LIFE OF MEDIEVAL TURKU, STEP INTO THE WORLD OF HISTORY, ART AND ARCHITECTURE, INVESTIGATE THE CITY’S MYSTERIOUS SIDE, GO SHOPPING CRAZY OR FALL IN LOVE WITH THE ARCHIPELAGO – SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE, GUARANTEED! IN ADDITION TO OUR PACKAGED TOURS WE ALSO TAILOR TRIPS TO SPECIFIC REQUESTS, BOOKING GUIDES, PLANNING PROGRAMMES AND RESERVING DESTINATIONS. CONTACT US, TELL US YOUR WISH AND LET US MAKE IT HAPPEN! WE ALSO RESERVE THE GROUP’S REQUIRED MEANS OF TRANSPORT AS WELL AS ANY FOOD AND COFFEE REFRESHMENTS INCLUDED TO THE PACKAGES. IN ADDITION WE TAKE CARE OF COMPANIES AND THEIR GUESTS, ARRANGING PROGRAMMES FOR MEETINGS, CONFERENCES AND CONVENTION EVENTS. ORDER YOUR TOUR FROM US: Visit Turku / Sales Tel: +358 (0)2 262 7900 Aurakatu 4, 20100 Turku [email protected] www.visitturku.fi/en/groups OU R ALL T E IN ILABLE O AVA NL RS OUR PACKAGE TOURS, ONE PHONE CALL AND YOU CAN BUILD YOUR PERFECT r /en /g OU ETABLE TRIP AWAITS! ONCE YOU HAVE FINISHED READING DREAMILY THROUGH .fi u k r u visitt oups ALL T CHOOSE THE REGION OF TURKU AND SOUTHWEST FINLAND AND AN UNFORG- OVER DISC RE: MO NE GROUP TOURS IN TURKU AND THE WHOLE OF SOUTHWEST FINLAND 2016 LABLE ON VAI A LI S OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN ILABLE O AVA NL RS INTIMATE AFFAIR, HAVE NO FEAR AS WE OFFER GREAT TRIPS FOR GROUPS OF 5-10 PEOPLE. BE SURE TO TAKE A LOOK AT THE TURKU TASTING TRIPS, HIKING TOURS OR THE IMPERIAL EXPERIENCE. ALSO ASK ABOUT OTHER TOURS! MANY OF SMALLER GROUPS. Order the Food Walk card from our sales service, where you can also reserve tables in advance. The card is valid for three days from the day of first use in a restaurant – great if you’re struggling to get round all five in one go. If your plan is to whizz round all at once, it’s advisable to leave yourself a minimum of three hours to do so. Participating restaurants are available at the address visitturku.fi/foodwalk as well as from our sales service. Where was Finland’s first monastery located? Who was Johan Seipel and what did he do? Who published the first Finnish almanac? How can one see behind the scenes at Finland’s oldest theatre, Åbo Svenska Teater? Come to listen to how these and many other things found their beginnings in Turku. The walking tour lasts about two hours. The route winds through the streets and squares of Turku, finishing with a guided tour of Åbo Svenska Teater at the edge of the market square. Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: 10–25 people Availability: Mon–Sat all year round Prices: Weekdays €167, Sundays and public holidays €266. Inc. 2 hrs guidance and admission to Åbo Svenska Teater. For an additional fee: Coffee at Cafe Tiljan. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS OUR TOURS ARE SUITABLE FOR Collect together a group of friends and spend the evening on a food tour with the Food Walk discount card in your pocket. The card lets you choose samples of Turku’s best flavours from ten of our partner restaurants, allowing a total of five taster dishes. Using the map on the card navigate between restaurants easily as your route hugs the shores of the River Aura. FIRST IN TURKU [email protected] IF YOUR GROUP OR PARTY IS A SMALL, TO THE HEART OF FOOD CULTURE WITH THE FOOD WALK CARD TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 NEW TOUR ! RENEWE D! SMALL GROUPS, BIG EXPERIENCES OU /en VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T FOR SMALL GROUPS LABLE ON VAI LI SA NEW TOUR ! MEYER TURKU TOUR MEDIEVAL WOMEN This tour guides groups around the design stores of Turku, particularly ones not easily found by those from out of town. The tour can take in shops of particular interest to the group, which could include, for example, KUI Design, Klo Design, Televisio Lifestyle Store, Outolintu, Aitoi and Punainen Norsu. During the tour hear about the handicraft traditions of Turku and stop into Finland’s best bakery, MBakery, for a coffee and Kiss My Turku cake in the Turku Market Hall. Now you have the opportunity to explore the world’s largest cruise ships and the shipbuilding industry in Turku! The tour begins at Forum Marinum on the shores of the River Aura, where you’ll become acquainted with the surrounding environment, the buildings, repair dock and cranes. Afterwards the tour moves inside Forum Marinum, where attention is given to the exhibitions and scale models as well as the range of photo displays showing the past and present of Turku’s shipbuilding. From here the tour continues to the shipyard. With a vessel currently under construction it is not possible to go inside due to safety reasons. What was it like to be a woman living in Turku Castle? What about the life of a bourgeoisie lady or that of a prostitute? In this tour delve into the world of women from the Middle Ages in a lively and humorous manner. First we’ll get to know a women’s life in Turku Castle and discover that behind every successful man is a woman, who often stuck by his side when the glory and splendour had long since past. From the women of Turku Castle, loyalty was a quality of both Catherine Jagiellon and Karin Månsdotter. Duration: 3 hrs Recommended group size: Min. 15, max. 48 people Availability: Weekdays (Mon–Fri) 12pm–3pm Price: 15–48 people €20 /pp Inc. guidance for 3 hrs and admission fees. Special requirements: Tour must be booked 14 days in advance. Starting and finishing at Forum Marinum, Linnankatu 72. Names of group members must be submitted in advance. Recommended for ages 15 years and over. For an additional fee: Shuttle bus. Bonne Dames is the medieval tour of morality and sexuality in Aboa Vetus, telling the life of women from both the perspective of a bourgeoisie lady and of a prostitute. The tour follows the life of a girl born to a wealthy merchant’s family as well as another to that of a peasant’s. Hear what it was like growing up in medieval Turku as a married woman, giving birth and raising children. In between destinations enjoy a coffee break at Turku Castle’s Duke John’s Cellar. Duration: approx. 3 hrs Recommended group size: 10–30 people Availability: Tue–Sat according to opening hours of the sites. Prices: 10–14 people €53.50 /pp, 15–19 people €46 /pp, 20–30 people €42.50 /pp. Inc. guidance in Turku Castle (1 hr) as well as in Aboa Vetus (1 hr), coffee and cake in Duke John’s Cellar. For an additional fee: Lunch and/or transport from Turku Castle to Aboa Vetus & Ars Nova. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS Duration: 2.5 hrs Recommended group size: 5–10 people Availability: Mon–Sat year round according to the opening times of the stores Prices: 5–10 people €44 /pp, 11–15 people €29 /pp, (prices higher on Sundays and public holidays). Inc. 2.5 hrs guidance, MBakery’s coffee and cake. For an additional fee: Take the tour on a minibus and/or reserve a lunch. [email protected] TURKU DESIGN TOUR TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 NEW TOUR ! VISIT TURKU / SALES FOR SMALL GROUPS REQU A QU EST FOR Y OTE O GROU UR P OU R ALL T E IN OU /en VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T Photo: Martti Puhakka OVER DISC RE: MO NE TAKE A TOUR OF CLASSIC ATTRACTIONS AND MUSEUMS LABLE ON VAI LI SA ILABLE O AVA NL RS TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 TURKU SIGHTSEEING On this guided tour you’ll become acquainted with the three most popular sights of Turku: Turku Cathedral, the Handicrafts Museum and Turku Castle. During the tour you’ll get familiar with the medieval life of Turku and of the whole of Finland, as well as the life of craftsmen in the 19th century. The tour is conducted from the group’s own bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. Duration: 3.5 hrs Recommended group size: 20–30 people Availability: year-round subject to museum opening times Prices: 10–20 people €41 /pp, 21–30 people €32 /pp, 31–40 people €29.50 /pp, 41–50 people €27.50 /pp – Tue–Sat (Sundays and public holidays the prices are higher) Prices include 3.5 hours of guidance, visits inside the Cathedral, the Handicraft Museum and Turku Castle, as well as the entrance fees to these sights. MEDIEVAL TURKU This guided tour will introduce you to the medieval history of Turku and Finland. The attractions on the tour are Turku Cathedral, Turku Castle and the Aboa Vetus Museum. As the National Sanctuary of Finland since the 1300’s, Turku Cathedral is steeped in history. In addition to the cathedral you will discover much about old Turku at Aboa Vetus, where the excavated foundations reveal the medieval lanes of the old quarter and are left exposed for the fascination of visitors. The third destination – 700 year-old Turku Castle – offers much to experience. From the top floor, renaissance banquet halls and the round tower prisoner cells, to the scale models of the castle detailing its historical development through to the present day. The tour is made with groups via their own coach. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. Duration: 3.5 hrs Recommended group size: 20–30 people (a second guide for the Aboa Vetus Museum will be provided for bigger groups) Availability: year-round subject to museum opening times Prices: 10–20 people €43.50 /pp, 21–30 people €34.50 /pp, 31–40 people €34 /pp, 41–50 people €32 /pp – Tue-Sat (on Sundays and public holidays the prices are higher). Prices include 3.5 hours of guidance, visits inside the Cathedral, Turku Castle and Aboa Vetus, as well as entrance fees to these sights. THE SACRED TURKU TRINITY This tour takes you to the three sites of Turku Cathedral, the Chapel of the Holy Spirit in Vähätori square as well as the Ecumenical Art Chapel on Hirvensalo island. Your touching experience of the Art Chapel will also include music and the art exhibit. Each of the three shrines offers very different perspectives, containing an abundance of archeology, history, art and architecture. During the tour you’ll be able to enjoy a coffee in the Bridgettine Convent. The tour is conducted with the group’s own private bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. Duration: 3.5 hrs Recommended group size: 20–30 people Availability: year-round subject to opening hours Prices: 10–20 people €42 /pp 21–30 people €31.50 /pp, 31–40 people €26.50 /pp, 41–50 people €25 /pp (Mon–Sat, prices are higher on Sundays and public holidays). Prices incl. 3.5 hrs guidance, entrance fees to all locations and coffee at the convent. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: 20–50 people Availability: year-round Price: guidance €127 on weekdays, €226 on Sundays and public holidays. Incl. 2 hrs guidance and visit to Turku Cathedral. The tour is conducted from the group’s own bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. TURKU’S TOP 3 – SIGHTSEEING IN TURKU [email protected] During this two-hour sightseeing tour you’ll see the main attractions of Turku such as Turku Castle and the Handicrafts Museum from the outside, as well as stopping to go inside of Turku Cathedral. The tour will also introduce visitors to Turku Cathedral’s surroundings, the university area, Turku city centre, the River Aura views and the harbour. OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN OU /en ILABLE O AVA NL RS Photo: Minna Vesanto TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 MYSTERIOUS TURKU During this tour you’ll learn about the interesting and eventful history of the areas surrounding the Old Great Square and Turku Cathedral. You’ll see where the Christmas peace, broadcast to the whole of Finland, is declared from each year, as well as finding out what Swedish statesman Pietari Brahe looked like. During the tour you’ll also get the chance to investigate Turku Cathedral. Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: 15–25 people Availability: year-round Prices: guidance €127 on weekdays, € 226 on Sundays and public holidays. Prices include 2 hours of guidance and a visit inside the Cathedral INCREDIBLE WOMAN OF TURKU This walking tour presents Turku women and the women’s Turku throughout the ages. The tour will include reference to the 16th Century noblewoman and merchant trader, Valpuri Innamaa, and the honoured Irja Ketonen, former owner of Turun Sanomat. Get to know some of the high-class restaurant proprietors such as Wallina Waltin of Börs fame, as well as women from the visual and dramatic arts. You will also hear about the first female governors of Finland, “the girls from Portsa”, “the Pumpula weavers”, the hardworking housewives of Luostarinmäki, and not forgetting “Cat-Alli” and the streetwalkers of Harmaalinna. Attention will be given to the female saints and women of noble birth who are protected within the walls of Turku Cathedral, as well as the three Katarinas at Turku Castle. Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: 15–25 people Availability: year-round Prices: guidance €127 on weekdays, € 226 on Sundays and public holidays. Prices include 2 hours of guidance and a visit inside Turku Cathedral. NB! The tour can be given as a bus tour. The tour is conducted from the group’s own bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. WALKING TOUR ON THE BANKS OF THE RIVER AURA Would you like to explore what is known as the ‘living room of Turku’? Enjoy the comfortable armchairs that are the shores of the River Aura. Start your tour with either maritime Turku and the glorious history of Turku Castle, or the historical landmarks of Vähätori Square and Turku Cathedral. Along the way you’ll soak up city art, historical buildings and cultural attractions. You’ll even step aboard a quaint little river cruise on our beloved Föri ferry. Be sure to bring comfortable shoes and a sense of adventure. Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: 15–25 people Availability: year-round Prices: guidance €127 on weekdays, € 226 on Sundays and public holidays. Incl. 2 hrs guidance. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS Duration: 2 hrs Availability: year-round Recommended group size: 15–25 people Prices: guidance €127 on weekdays, €226 on Sundays and public holidays. Prices includes 2 hours of guidance. For an additional fee: the tour can be given as a bus tour, which is to cover the cost of the bus WALKING TOUR OF THE OLD GREAT SQUARE [email protected] In the company of a guide experience the Turku that hides itself behind the postcards, the tourist adverts and the traditional historical literature. During the tour hear stories of the shadowy allies of Turku. Hear the gruesome tales of the city’s criminal underworld, executions, ghosts and the shady nightlife of Turku. This walking tour will take you to places that you are unlikely to discover by yourself, and which even the locals don’t know. VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T EXPERIENCE TURKU BY WALKING LABLE ON VAI LI SA OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN ILABLE O AVA NL RS NEW TOUR ! A WALK IN THE SHADOW OF ARCHITECTURE IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF SIBELIUS The Field Trip for Beer Lovers is an introductory tour to the most famous pubs in town. Explore on foot the signature buildings of Turku’s modern architecture alongside other fascinating structures. Altough the great composer never lived in Turku, the old capital had an important role in his life. During his youth Sibelius often visited his uncle who lived in Turku. In his adult years he often led concerts in the city and became acquainted with Turku´s vibrant cultural life. The beer lovers’ field trip begins at the Panimoravintola Koulu (an old school and brewery). How beer is produced, what ingredients are used and which sorts of beers are available are just some of the questions that will be answered at this stage of the tour. During your ‘studies’ you’ll taste four different types of beer. Panimoravintola Koulu was built in the 1800’s as an all girls’ school. Your education will continue on foot over the river to the Uusi Apteekki. Set in an old pharmacy, this corner pub is brimming with character and a huge variety of potions! Having established his own office here in Turku at the beginning of the 1920’s, Erik Bryggman was one of the earliest representatives of functionalism in Finnish architecture. Among others, the tour presents his Hotel Hospits, Atrium and Student Union buildings. In 2016 the 125th birthday anniversary of Erik Bryggman will be celebrated. Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: 15–25 persons Availability: year-round Prices: guidance €127 on weekdays, €226 on Sundays and public holidays. Incl. 2 hrs guidance For an additional fee: Coffee breaks or dining, and a visit to the library. NB! The tour can also be implemented as a sightseeing tour. During this walking tour you get to know the Turku of Sibelius’ world, its buildnings, patrons and much more, through stories and in other ways. About 2,5 hours long, the tour also visits the Sibelius Museum, where you can explore the Sibelius exhibition. The museum boasts over 1400 instruments as well as a special display exhibiting the life’s work of Sibelius. Among other things the collection includes photographs, manuscripts and newspaper clippings – not to mention Sibelius’ famous hat, walking cane and cigar box. Duration: 2.5 hrs (1 hour in the museum) Recommended group size: 10–25 people Availability: year-round taking into consideration museum opening times Prices: 10–20 people €24 /pp, 21–30 people €17 /pp, (Tue–Sat, prices are higher on Sundays and public holidays). Incl. guidance and admission fee. NB! The tour can also be taken abroad a bus, in which case the duration is 2 hours. Coffee/lunch are available for additional fee. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: 10–30 persons Availability: year-round subject to the opening hours of the Pubs Prices: 10–20 people €50 /pp, 21–30 people €43.50 /pp 31–40 people €41 /pp (on Sundays and public holidays the prices are higher). Prices include 2 hours of guidance, beer lesson (45 minutes) and a beer/cider in each pub (total of 4 samples and 2 drinks). Architect Alvar Aalto resided in Turku between 1927 and 1933. During this time Turku played a significant role in the emergence of new architecture and furniture design. On this tour a guide will introduce you to the exterior of three transitional works of Aalto’s functionalism: the Maalaistentalo, the Turun Sanomat as well as the Standardiasuintalo buildings. [email protected] A FIELD TRIP FOR BEER LOVERS TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 NEW TOUR ! RENEW E TOUR D ! OU /en VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T DISTINCTIVE EXCURSIONS LABLE ON VAI LI SA OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN OU /en VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T ENJOY THE MARITIME ATHMOSPHERE LABLE ON VAI LI SA ILABLE O AVA NL RS TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 AHOY THERE, COME ABOARD THE TOUR WHO ENJOY CRUISES AND GOOD FOOD. LET THE CRISP SEA WIND AND THE GENTLY LAPPING WAVES LEAD THE SPIRIT OF THE GROUP. IN ADDITION TO THE TOURS PRESENTED ARE OFFERED OTHER SEAFARING EXPERIENCES TO INVIGORATE YOUR SOUL. ASK FOR FROM VISIT TURKU SALES, OR GET ACQUAINTED WITH THE VARIOUS OPTIONS ONLINE WWW.VISITTURKU.FI Take a tour to the fascinating island of Seili, once known for housing the leprous and mentally ill. The tour sets off from the River Aura banks. Your guide will tell interesting stories about the Turku archipelago as well as the history of local seafaring. When on the island a specialist guide will explain the dramatic history of the island. The tour is taken aboard M/S Aavatar, where passengers can enjoy a delicious salmon soup lunch. On board there is the possibility to organise a meal for about 30 people at the same time. Start with a guided sightseeing tour of Turku, a city steeped in history. You’ll visit, from the outside, the city’s main attractions, including Turku Castle, Luos tarinmäki Handicrafts village, and Turku Cathedral. The group will then await their journey out to sea aboard the steamship S/S Ukkopekka to enjoy the scenic archipelago of Turku. The voyage takes you to sunny Naantali, with lunch eaten on board. When the boat arrives in Naantali, it’s time to step ashore and take a guided walking tour of the narrow alleys of the old town. Duration: 5–5.5 hrs (approx.) Recommended group size: 30 people Availability: from late spring to late autumn Prices: 20–30 people €108.50 /pp, 31–40 people €81 /pp, 41–48 people €67 /pp (prices valid Mon-Fri) higher prices on Saturdays and Sundays Prices include 5.5 hours of guidance, cruise from Turku to Seili and back to Turku, a salmon soup lunch onboard and the entrance fee to Seili Church. For an additional fee: on the way back cinnamon roll, coffee/ tee The tour is conducted aboard the group’s private bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. Duration: 4.5 hrs Recommended group size: 20–30 people Availability: From the middle June to the middle August during the scheduled times of S/S Ukkopekka Prices: 10–20 people €70 /pp, 21–30 people €58.50 /pp, 31–40 people €54.50 /pp, 41–50 people €52.50 /pp – Tue–Sat (on Sundays and public holidays the prices are higher). Incl. 4.5 hrs of guidance, cruise aboard S/S Ukkopekka (Turku–Naantali) and lunch. For an additional fee: Visit the Presidents summer house of Kultaranta. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS DIFFERENT TOUR OPTIONS DIRECTLY SUMMER CITIES AND A SLICE OF ARCHIPELAGO BEAUTY [email protected] THESE TRIPS ARE IDEAL FOR ALL THOSE MARITIME LUNCH CRUISE TO THE ISLAND OF SEILI FROM TURKU OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN OU /en VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T DISCOVER THE ARCHIPELAGO LABLE ON VAI LI SA ILABLE O AVA NL RS TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 TO THE LAP OF THE THE ARCHIPELAGO IS FULL OF MARITIME EXPERIENCES, UNIQUE PLACES TO VISIT, GREAT EVENTS AND THE SERENITY OF NATURE. TREAT YOURSELF TO A TRIP TO A VINEYARD, OF ARCHIPELAGO MAGIC. GET TO KNOW THE TOURS AND TRIPS PRESENTED HERE OR ASK FOR OTHER OPTIONS. WE CAN ALSO TAILOR AN UNFORGETTABLE ARCHIPEAGO PACKAGE BASED ON THE DESIRES OF YOUR GROUP! A TOUR OF RUISSALO Ruissalo is a verdant oasis just outside of Turku. On this tour you’ll become acquainted with Ruissalo, both modern and historical, as well as the unique nature of the island. On the trip you’ll take a sightseeing tour and view the beautiful villas. You’ll visit the Botanical Garden of the University of Turku, boasting a collection comprising more than 5,000 different species and varieties of plant. During the tour you will enjoy lunch at Villa Marjaniemi, where the fascinating history of the villa will also be presented to the group. The tour is conducted with the group’s own private bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. Duration: 3.5 hrs Recommended group size: 20–30 people Availability: year-round subject to opening hours Prices: 10–20 people €57 /pp 21–30 people €48 /pp, 31–40 people €45 /pp, 41–50 people €43 /pp, – Mon-Sat (prices are higher on Sundays and public holidays). Incl. 3.5 hrs of guidance, entrance fee to the botanical garden, lunch and informative talk at Villa Marjaniemi. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS OR EXPERIENCE A SPASH TURKU AND NAANTALI IN A DAY The many sights of Turku Castle are waiting for the group in the morning as the first stop on the tour. After the castle, the tour continues with sightseeing, during which you’ll see the other important attractions of Turku from the comfort of the coach. The tour then heads toward the idyllic seaside town of Naantali where a tasty lunch is first on the schedule. Lunch is followed by a walking tour of the charming Old Town of Naantali and then a visit to the beautiful gardens at Kultaranta, the President’s summer residence. A highlight is the famous rose garden with 3,500 roses surrounded by a fir hedge. The tour will be conducted from the group’s own coach. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. Duration: 6 hrs Recommended group size: 20–30 people Availability: year-round subject to the opening hours of museums and Kultaranta (during the winter months instead of Kultaranta visit to Naantali Church is possible) Price: 10–20 people €70 /pp, 21–30 people €51 /pp, 31–40 people €44.50 /pp, 41–50 people €41.50 /pp – Tue-Sat (on Sundays and public holidays the prices are higher). Price includes 6 hours of guidance, the visit and entrance fee into Turku Castle, reservation payment for Kultaranta and lunch. [email protected] ARCHIPELAGO THE DELIGHTS OF PARGAS This culinary tour begins at the seafront destination of Tammiluoto Country Winery. The vineyard produces high quality berry and fruit wines as well as sparkling wines and liquors, which you can buy from the farm’s wine store. The visit starts off with some wine tasting, followed by lunch. After the vineyard is a sightseeing tour of the centre of Pargas. Next on the itinerary is Villa Apollo, where you’ll hear the history of the villa and taste some chocolate. The tasting includes a variety of chocolate from dark to light, Villa Apollo’s handmade truffles, as well as the homemade chocolate cake – a truly sinful indulgence! A specialist Archipelago guide is included on the tour. The tour will be conducted from the group’s own coach. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. NB! Driving time from Turku to Pargas is 30 mins. Duration: 6 hrs Recommended group size: min 20, max 32 people Availability: year-round Prices: 20–24 people €86 /pp, 25–32 people €79 /pp, – Mon-Sat (on Sundays and public holidays the prices are higher) Incl. 6hrs of guidance, the vineyard presentation, three wines to taste, lunch of the day, coffee/tea and homemade apple pie in Tammiluoto, chocolate tasting and coffee/ tea with cake in Villa Apollo as well as the villa tour. NB! It is also possible to enjoy gluten and lactose-free chocolate tasting. OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN OU /en ILABLE O AVA NL RS ÖRÖ ISLAND FORTRESS TOUR The area of Meri-Teijo is both a culturally and historically significant industrial area, which is represented by the ironworks factory dating from the 1800s. The tour will visit the Mathildedal ironworks village and its historic red-earth buildings, manor house milieu and the old factory found in a region full of outstanding nature close to the sea. The tour begins by enjoying coffee and pastry in the Kyläkonttori cafe, followed by a walk to the ironworks factory as the guide explains the history of the old buildings. Delve into the Teijo ironworks, the area’s history and present day as well as visit the Teijo Factory Centinary Exhibition. Afterwards the group will visit to Nordic regions only alpaca farm and mill. Here you’ll get to know the alpaca’s way of life, how the wool is turned into alpaca products as well as watch them grazing in the field. The trip ends with dinner in the Ruukin Krouvi restaurant. A restricted military zone for over 100 years, Örö’s island fortress is nowadays accessible as part of the Archipelago National Park. Obukhovskii heavy artillery, the historical barracks and various defensive positions describe the coastal defenses from Tzarist Russia up to the present day. Örö is also one of Southwest Finland’s most important conservation areas and habitats for endangered species. The tour is conducted aboard the group’s private bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. Duration: about 4.5 hrs Recommended group size: min. 10 people Availability: year-round subject to the opening hours Prices: 10–20 people €31 /pp, 21–30 people €26.50 /pp, 31–40 people €25.50 /pp, 41–50 people €24.50 /pp – (on Sundays and public holidays the prices are higher). Incl. 2 hrs of guided sightseeing, entrance tickets, presentation at Wiurila Manor museums and shops, coffee/tea and a sweet or savoury snack. NB! The tour can be arranged to include shopping in Salo. Driving time from Turku to Meri-Teijo takes about an hour (80 km). The tour is conducted with the group’s own private bus. Bus transportation can be arranged on your behalf. Duration: About 3 hrs on site (+ travelling time) Availability: year-round subject to the opening hours Price: €36 /pp Includes coffee breaks, lunch and and guide services (3 hrs). The tour starts at Kasnäs habour. Upon arrival a guide will take you to explore the unique natural environment as well as the cultural and military history. During the tour you’ll have the opportunity to view the 12 inch Obukhovskii guns! Lunch is enjoyed in the garrison barracks. There is also time for you to do your own exploration of the island. Duration: 4 hrs Recommended group size: 5–18 people Availability: July-August and in September on reservation Price: Ask for offers from our sales service. Inc. return transportation Kasnäs–Örö–Kasnäs, 1.5 hrs guidance on the island as well as lunch (starter and salad table, warm home-cooked meal, coffee and a small sweet). Prices higher on Sundays. For an additional fee: Transport via RIB-boat, max. 12 people from Turku to Kasnäs. Accommodation available in Hotel Kasnäs. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS MATILDA’S MAGIC The trip begins with a guided, two-hour sightseeing tour of Salo. During the tour you’ll see the sights of Salo city centre and learn about Halikko Church and the cemetery of the nobility. A guided museum tour of Wiurila Manor takes you through Finnish history, the manor’s past and the life of those who inhabit the manor today. During the tour become acquainted with the Wiurila home museum, the horse-wagon museum as well as the blacksmith and carpentry workshops. The tour comes to an end at the romantic manor shop where you’ll have the opportunity to purchase items. During the tour you’ll be able to enjoy a coffee and a sweet or savoury snack at the manor restaurant. [email protected] DISCOVER SALO AND WIURILA MANOR TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 NEW TOUR ! Mathildedal ironworks village, photo: Arsi Koivula, 2011 VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T GO FURTHER LABLE ON VAI LI SA OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN ILABLE O AVA NL RS Herrankukkaro OU /en TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 NEW TOUR ! ACTIVE ISLAND ADVENTURE IN HERRANKUKKARO ARCHIPELAGO GAMES Cirque du Soleil trapeze artist, Pauliina Räsänen, and world champion acrobat, Slava Volkov, are offering the unique opportunity to spend an enthralling day participating in circus-art workshops. This special programme is held at ArtTeatro – their artistic-circus services enterprise in Kustavi. Lead your team to a place where they can rejuvenate and rediscover their work well-being in this atmospheric fishing village admist beautiful archipelago nature. In the traditional Arcipelago custom, Herrankukkaro’s host welcomes guests to the archipelago village with a ‘terva’ snaps – a warm welcoming drink. Welcome to the tour where competition with friends is all part of the fun! The playful activities are designed to test your abilities through tasks of practical dexterity, scouting skills and seamanship. The fun programme can be implemented almost anywhere, and the place will be agreed with the client. At the end of the day the relaxation of the smoke sauna awaits along with Archipelago spa services. Rymättylä can be reached by either bus or via a short cruise from Turku. We can reserve transport on your behalf. Interested? Just ask for a quote and more information. Competitions: 1. The Seamanship challenge – tying knots 2. The Boiling Water challenge – who can boil water the fastest (followed by a tasty sausage) 3. The Olympic challenge – performing an Olympic sport 4. The Hammer challenge – relay with team members to hammer a nail into a log the quickest 5. The Final challenge – each team creates a totem pole Availability: year-round Prices:10–20 people €65 /pp, 21–30 people €60 /pp, 31–+ people €50 /pp, Inc. Programme, staff, trophies to the winning team and sausages (2 each) WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS Duration: 7 hrs Availability: year-round Recommended group size: min. 10, max. 40 people Prices: 10–20 people €109 /pp, 21–30 people €87 /pp, 31–40 people €79 /pp. Inc. Morning coffee, lunch, workshop and short circus show (1–2 circus performances e.g. trapeze or acrobatics). NB! The programme can also be designed to include a couple of hours of your own arrangements, such as a meeting (conference room provided free of charge). Also available on request are circus variety performances for 40–160 person groups. Your day programme is designed according to the wishes of the group, and can include traditional yard games, a cruise to the moonshine smugglers caves, or enjoying some time by the campfire smoking some fish and grilling sausages. [email protected] CIRCUS WITH THE STARS The programme includes the circus-art workshop, where participants will learn various circus disciplines such as the tightrope, the trapeze, acrobatics, as well as manipulation and juggling skills. No previous circus experience is required and exercises are designed according to capabilities. Sports clothing should be brought with you (inc. tight t-shirt, leggings or shorts, trainers/indoor shoes). During the day there will be time to enjoy coffee and lunch as well as see a short circus show performed by international circus stars. VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T RISE TO THE CHALLENGE ... LABLE ON VAI LI SA OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN ILABLE O AVA NL RS Herrankukkaro OU /en VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T RISE TO THE CHALLENGE ... LABLE ON VAI LI SA TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 SAIL TO SEILI ABOARD THE GALLEY OLGA Start the day by enjoying a coffee and a savoury snack. Before launching into the water there will be an introduction to the secrets of sailing (the activity requires no previous sailing experience), then a chance to view the boats, after which separate teams will go into the water to compete against each other. Soling Classic sailing takes 3 - 4 hours. All members of the crew will have the opportunity to try out their various roles in the boat. Skippers will be provided by the organiser, or a suitable candidate for skipper from within the group can be chosen if they already have sailing experience. The winning team will be rewarded. After sailing the group will head to the seaside sauna, and then later on to enjoy dinner. Please note that Villa Wolax is a licensed premises, so groups are not allowed to bring their own alcoholic drinks. The crew of the Galley Olga awaits you on the shores of the River Aura. After enjoying a welcome drink you’ll head to toward the Island of Seili in the company of a guide, who will recant tales of the route and destination. During the voyage it is possible to participate in sailing and to hear stories of the boat from the captain. In Seili you’ll get to know the fascinating history of the island. After the tour you will continue on your journey back to Turku. Don’t worry about the cold or wet, Olga is well equipped with sailing outfits for customers. The trip is around 5 hrs 30 minutes and salmon soup and archipelago bread will be enjoyed along the way. Duration: 2 hrs – all day Recommended group size: 20–80 people. For larger groups we customize experiential and interactive programme based on the stages of the castle’s history. Availability: Year round according to museum opening hours (closed Mondays). For an additional fee other times can be specially arranged. Price: Without catering, prices begin at €45 /pp (higher on Sundays/public/religious holidays). Incl. adventure tasks in the castle, instruction, required materials and museum entrance fee. For additional fee: Catering: Duke John’s Renaissance Banquet, Medieval Court Feast or other catering menu, with or without a special programme. Note! Request a tailor-made package. Duration: 3 hrs sailing + additional 4 hrs Recommended group size: 10–30 Price: 10–30 people from €112 /pp, skipper €50 / 1h Includes the above-mentioned programme, coffee and savoury snack and a barbeque dinner (sauna hire is separate) For an additional fee: Buffet, outdoor Jacuzzi €180. Saunas are from €385 + €10 /pp, towels and toiletries included in the price. Duration: 7.5 hrs Recommended group size: 20–34 people Availability: Tue–Fri, sailing up until late Autumn Price: 20–29 people €152.50 /pp, 30–34 people €112 /pp (prices higher on weekends). Inc. sailing from Turku-Seili-Turku, aperitif, soup lunch, coffee and cinnamon bun, guidance around Seili 1hr, entrance to Seili Church. For an additional fee: A guide throughout the tour, archipelago buffet. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS SOLING CLASSIC SAILING AT VILLA WOLAX Take advantage of the adventures now possible at Turku Castle. The activities and experiences are tailored for every group. Teamwork is important, as the castle folk provide teams with fun and challenging tasks that leave a lasting impression. At the end of the day Duke John himself can reward the participants with a celebratory dinner. Combine the tour with a meeting, seminar or other event programme in the castle or its surroundings. [email protected] CONQUER THE CASTLE OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN ILABLE O AVA NL RS Villa Wolax NEW TOUR ! NEW TOUR ! AN EVENING IN THE SPIRIT OF SALVADOR DALI RENAISSANCE PARTY IN TURKU CASTLE Pensar and the neighbouring islands are home to many of the archipelago’s professional fishermen. Join the ‘Wild Fish Course’ in Pensar Syd at the southernmost tip of Pensar island, and learn how to prepare archipelago fish using traditional Finnish methods as well as spices from the far east. The course finishes with an enjoyable fish lunch. Each participant gets to take home the prepared food as well as the recipes. Salvador Dali Private Dinner is an opportunity to enjoy dining at its most elegant. Hosted in the Dali exhibition space in Pargas, your private dining experience will take place in the midst of the artist’s sculptures. If you have a company party to plan, have you ever considered a memorable evening dining in the banquet hall of Turku Castle? Availability: May–June & mid August–September Price: €69 /pp + transport For an additional fee: Overnight stay NB! At the start of summer in Pensar Syd there will be a number of traditional cookery courses and days – please ask for details. You can get to Pensar Syd by private coach. The ferry runs from Granvik or Kirjakkala in Pensar. The programme, costumes and performers of the Renaissance Party bring to life over 450 years of tradition. Party guests will enjoy a sumptuous, renaissancestyle meal on adorned tables. The menu is created from typical 16th Century ingredients, which are carefully selected and locally produced. The opulent table settings are quite different from the norm, and are illuminated by candlelight and lamps designed by Dali. Imported especially for the occasion is a baroque table with chairs clad in bells and gold thread. The napkins are made of gold fabric, which can be specially embroidered for the occasion as a memento for the guests. The dinner programme can be customised to include, among other things, a visitation from the Duke and Duchess accompanied by court players, troubadours, operetta singers and magicians. The venue has a full alcohol license and drinks with the meal are included in the price. Duration: 3–4 hrs Price: Request offers from our sales service. NB! Also ask about the public feast and Medieval breakfast in Turku Castle. Recommended group size: 5–10 people NB! Ask for programme options from Visit Turku’s sales service! Catering, programme and decorations can be tailored according to the group’s wishes. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS Pensar Syd has an interesting history. From the start of the 1930’s until 1944 the area served as the base for the Archipelago Civil Guard and the centre for women’s auxiliary training. Most of the buildings in the area are from that period. The buildings constructed for the Civil Guard are still in use, having been carefully renovated. Your evening starts with a glass of the same sparkling wine Dali served to his own guests, the Perelada Brut Rose. Food is prepared using Dali’s recipes and the wines are mostly taken from the Dali wine book. In charge of the kitchen is Rotisseur-chef Kjell Gustafsson. [email protected] DO YOU CRAVE AUTHENTIC ARCHIPELAGO FISH? TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 NEW TOUR ! OU /en VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T EXPERIENCE MORE LABLE ON VAI LI SA ALL T E IN Photo: Petri Hautala ILABLE O AVA NL RS NEW TOUR ! NEW TOUR ! SAVOJÄRVI LAKE TOUR IN KUHANKUONO THE TOUR TO RUOHOKARI Head out on this fun-filled tour, where you can ride along the riverside or, if you wish, cycle further afield. The hiking tour can start from Rantapiha on Savojärvi lake or from Kurjenpesä. The Savojärvi lake tour is the newest trail in the Kuhankuono hiking area, running along the shores of the Savojärvi lake through magnificent scenery. The route offers a way through Southern Finland’s vast marshland, made easy to navigate with dry feet thanks to the footbridges. At Kurjenpesä picnic area you can grill sausages and enjoy a cup of coffee brewed over the campfire. Lunch will be taken when leaving Kurjenpesä, and at Rantapiha you can even take a dip in the lake. Spend a summer’s night on a beautiful archipelago island just outside the city! Ruohokari is perfect for organising recreational days, meetings, fishing trips or evening fun with friends. The tour starts from Naantali’s old town harbour, where your group is picked up by boat. You can spend the 15-minute boat trip admiring the beautiful archipelago. At the island a warm welcome from the host awaits you along with swimming and an atmospheric beach sauna. The kitchen is busy cooking up a feast, including fresh salads, warm baguettes as well as grilled meat and vegetables. On the island there is also the possibility to fish, engage in playful competitions and games. The tour departs from the Old Great Square, takes you along both sides of the River Aura to Forum Marinum and back again. Accompanying you is a Turku-Guide, whose interesting stories explain everything from Turku’s history up to the present day, and might also provide something new for the locals. The tour is great for a group of friends or as part of a workplace recreation day. Use your own bike or rent one of ours. Duration: 2 hrs and 6 km Recommended group size: 5–20 people (min. 5) Availability: March–November Price: €150 + €10 /pp. Inc. guidance, sausages and a pot of coffee. For an additional fee: Transport to Kuhankuono. NB! Another route option is the Pukkipalo-Lakjärvi trail 9 km (3.5 hrs). Return transport drops you in front of Merisali at an agreed time. Duration: 5–6 hrs Recommended group size: 10–40 people Price: From €50 /pp. Inc. transport, barbecue dinner, sauna. For additional fee: Church boat rowing, a boat ride and/or an overnight stay. NB! Ruohokari Island has a full alcohol license. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: max. 10 people Availability: For the whole year depending on the weather. Prices: Guidance weekdays €127, Sundays and public holidays €226. Inc. 2 hrs guidance. For an additional fee: Bicycle hire or Nordic walking poles and instructions on their use. NB! Tour can also be done as a Nordic walking trip. [email protected] TURKU BY BIKE TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 NEW TOUR ! OU /en VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T Photo: Kuhankuono, Petri Hautala OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE EXPERIENCE MORE LABLE ON VAI LI SA OU R OVER DISC RE: MO NE ALL T E IN OU /en ILABLE O AVA NL RS FLOWPARK GLIMPSE INTO THE WORLD OF RACING! JukuPark is a paradise for the whole family just three kilometres from Turku centre. At JukuPark, come rain or shine, you’re sure to get soaking wet! At Flowpark Adventure Park test your courage, coordination and balance, and challenge your colleagues or sports team. Try some new experiences on 16 varying course levels, with over 120 missions on swaying paths, cable lines, swings and zip-wires. The beauty, grace and athleticism of our equine friends is a sight to behold! On this guided tour get to know the fast-paced world of horses and harness racing at Turku’s Metsämäki hippodrome! You’re guaranteed a great day with many spectacular waterslides, large heated swimming pools, sunbathing areas together with saunas, shower rooms and the Pirate Island water-world for the little ones. When hunger surprises there are JukuPark’s grills, cafés, kiosk services and terraces available. Lots of choice and plenty of fun! Also group reservations! No prior experience is required for the trails. Instruction on use of equipment and what to do on the trails is given before you start. Harnesses ensure safety all the way round. Flowpark is intended for adventurers of any age, but particularly for those over 7 years. NB! Ask for programme options from Visit Turku’s sales service! Finnish harness racing’s mega event in Turku is the Finnhorse Royal Race in 2016. Take the reigns in hand and gallop down to enjoy the racing atmosphere! Duration: 2 hrs Recommended group size: 10–20 people. Prices: 5–9 people €37 /pp, 10–14 people €25 /pp, 15–19 people €21 /pp, 20–25 people €19 /pp. Special instructions: Race days you’ll find from Turku Hippos’ race calendar: www.turunhippos.fi ravikalenterista: www.turunhippos.fi For an additional fee: Food and/or bus transport. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS At Flowpark you can organize a workplace recreation day, bachelor(ette) party, birthday, class trips or an other group event. The adventure can be combined with any of our other tours! In addition to some racing knowledge and gaming guidance you’ll also get to meet the horses, as the tour visits the stable area to introduce you to the Kiss My Turku charity horse. In the evening after the guided part of the tour is done, you can relax and follow the races, or go dining, gaming and socializing! [email protected] JUKUPARK TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 NEW TOUR ! VISIT TURKU / SALES .fi u k r u visitt/groups ALL T EXPERIENCE MORE LABLE ON VAI LI SA GUIDE PRICES IN TURKU ON WEEKDAYSPRICES ON SUNDAYS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 1.5 H€189 2 H €127 2 H€226 2.5 H €146 2.5 H€262 3 H €164 3 H€299 3.5 H €182 3.5 H€331 4 H €201 4 H€368 4.5 H €220 4.5 H€405 5 H €237 5 H€440 5.5 H €256 5.5 H€477 6 H €273 6 H€511 6.5 H €291 6.5 H€547 7 H €309 7 H€584 7.5 H €327 7.5 H€620 8 H €345 8 H€657 8.5 H €364 8.5 H€696 9 H €384 9 H€734 9.5 H €399 9.5 H€766 10 H €420 10 H€805 In addition to Finnish, our guides can also provide the following languages: English, Spanish, Esperanto, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, French, Swedish, German, Danish, Russian, Ukrainian and Polish. The weekday prices will be valid from Monday to Saturday 6am–11pm. The Sunday prices and public holidays are valid for 24 hours (the whole day). If the guide is required to lead the group in more than one language simultaneously, then 15% it is added to the price of the guidance. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS 1.5 H €110 [email protected] 1 H€153 TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 1 H €92 VISIT TURKU / SALES GUIDE RATES 2016 YOU CAN ORDER THE GROUP TOUR PACKAGES FROM VISIT TURKU SALES SERVICE BY TELEPHONE OR BY SENDING AN EMAIL TO [email protected]. TO BOOK THE TOUR WE ALWAYS NEED THE NAME OF THE GROUP, BILLING ADDRESS (AT THE POINT OF ORDER), THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE AND THE DESIRED TOUR DATE AND TIME. IF YOU DON’T FIND FROM OUR CHOICE OF PACKAGES ONE THAT SUITS YOU, WE ALSO TAILOR TOURS ACCORDING TO YOUR WISHES. IN ADDITION TO GROUP PACKAGES, WE CAN ALSO SEPARATELY PROVIDE GUIDES TO DIFFERENT SIGHTS. GROUP TOUR PACKAGES The booking is billed according to the reserved number of people. Changes to the number of people needs to be made at the latest 48 hours before the tour by contacting Visit Turku Sales Service Monday to Friday 9am–3pm. If the confirmed number of people exceeds the actual number of people on the tour then the charge will be for the actual number of people. Group tour packages must be cancelled between Monday and Friday 9am–3pm. Group tour packages will incur a €30 cancellation fee. RESERVATIONS CANCELLATIONS If your tour package includes any lunch or dinner reservations, we ask that you inform Visit Turku beforehand of any food-allergies as soon as possible, preferably at the point of reservation. If the group is delayed from the set guide times as agreed, the guide will wait for 30 minutes at the designated meeting site and then carry out guidance for the agreed period. However, the group will still be subject to full payment of the guide. If the tour package cancellation occurs later than 10/30 days before the tour, the full price of the tour will be charged. If the group tour package cannot be cancelled but the trip, for one reason or another, is still implemented (i.e. a no show) then the full price of the package will be charged. All reservation cancellations and changes must be made immediately in writing (email or fax) to Visit Turku sales service by 3pm, available Monday to Friday. Cancellations or changes will be valid as of the date when the sales office has confirmed they have received the request. GUIDE RESERVATIONS VISIT TURKU SALES Tour guidance on its own can be cancelled without any expense up to 48 hours before the tour Monday to Friday 9am–3pm. If the guidance is cancelled less than 48 hours before the tour, the minimum payment will be incurred. If the tour guidance is not cancelled but the tour is not carried out for one reason or another (e.g. no show) we will charge for the price of the whole guide service. Tel: +358 (0)2 262 7900 Aurakatu 4, 20100, Turku [email protected] www.visitturku.fi/en/groups Visit Turku reserves the right to changes. WWW.VISITTURKU.FI/EN/GROUPS For every booking order you will always receive written confirmation of your reservation, either via email or by post. It is always a good idea to read the reservation confirmation through so that the dates and times correspond to what was agreed via email or on the tele phone. The booking confirmation is worth taking with you on the tour. Our guide will have their own copy of the booking reservation. The order is always billed after the tour. The booking confirmation is not valid as an invoice. The invoice will be sent to the billing address after your tour, electronic billing is also possible. If the agreed date of the group tour is changed, we reserve the right to charge a €10 administration fee. If the group tour package includes meals or transport then cancellation must be made 10 days prior to the tour. Any cancellation of accommodation services, cruises or programme services included in the package must be made 30 days prior to the tour. A more detailed cancellation policy regarding possible accommodation, cruise or programme services will be delivered to the customer upon confirmation of booking. [email protected] CHANGES Our package prices are based on adult prices during weekdays. Regarding children’s prices we would ask you to contact Visit Turku Sales for more details. On Sundays and public holidays prices are increased. The driver of the coach is always free of charge and then after going above a specific group size an additional free space will be provided for the group organizer. Package prices usually contain the services that have been mentioned in the package – normally guidance, entrance fees and possibly a lunch. The prices do not contain a coach or other form of transport (this does not include the cruise packages). The price includes the commission, taxes and VAT. Prices are set in Euros. Included in the guidance fees are social security contributions, administration fees, commission and VAT. We follow general agreed terms and conditions for tour packages. Visit Turku reserves the right to changes. TEL. +358 (0)2 262 7900 PRICES VISIT TURKU / SALES ORDER INSTRUCTIONS AND CANCELLATION CONDITIONS