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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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MARITIME LUNCH CRUISE TO THE ISLAND
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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1 H€153
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1 H €92
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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