I am wondering if we would meet the group at the airport at Kuopio, Northern Savonia, Finland? If not how do we get to the guesthouse? I also want to know if there is provided transportation between locations? I don't drive, so I'm trying to make sure this would be accessible. If there is transportation provided, does it cost extra?

Transportation is included in the price. If you arrive by other means than the airport transfer, you can take a train from Helsinki to Nurmes. We will pick you up at the station.

What would the cost be for one person. I would prefer a room alone.

This tour is also available for solo travelers and we have rooms for departure Saturday 31 August, 2024.

Are you offering any walking trips in September? I would be coming from the United States, landing in Helsinki, most likely. How many people are on these hiking tours? How is it best to get from Helsinki to Nurmes? How long would it take to get there by train or bus? I'm a very fit 69 year old man who loves to hike in the Pacific Northwest of the USA.

I see the tour from August 31 - September 7, 2024 but I don't see the month of September listed and the four links you sent me don't open. The posting ends in August. And, how is it best to get from Helsinki to Nurmes? How many people are on these hiking tours?

Paths of Silence – A Walking Tour in Finland’s National Parks

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From Hiidenportti National Park to Nurmes

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Hiking & Trekking: Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German
Group Size 2 - 14
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival at Guesthouse Pihlajapuu
Start point
Kuopio, Northern Savonia, Finland (Airport or railway station)
Meals
Dinner
Day 2
Village and Forest Walking and Canoeing
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Coffee/Tea
Included Activities
- 6 km guided walk along village roads and forest trails
- Finnish language course for beginners
- Canoeing on Viemenjärvi Lake
- Sauna at the guesthouse
Landmarks
Viemenjärvi Lake
Day 3
Raesärkät Nature Reserve
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- 10 km guided circular hiking route at Raesärkät nature reserve
- Sauna at the guesthouse
Optional Activities
- Swimming in Ahven-Valkeinen Lake
Landmarks
Raesärkät Nature Reserve
Ahven-Valkeinen Lake
Day 4
Hiidenportti National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- 5 km guided hiking tour on Hiidenkierros Trail at Hiidenportti National Park
- Visit to Kovasinvaara cabin
- Sauna at the guesthouse
Landmarks
Hiidenportti National Park
Day 5
Tiilikkajärvi National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided hiking tour at Tiilikkajärvi National Park with route chosen based on group condition
- Sauna at the guesthouse
Landmarks
Tiilikkajärvi National Park
Day 6
Koli National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- 7.2 km guided circular hiking tour on Mäkrä trail at Koli National Park
- Sauna at the guesthouse
Landmarks
Koli National Park
Ukko-Koli
Day 7
Paalasmaa Archipelago
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ferry transfer to Paalasmaa Archipelago
- About 15 km guided hiking tour on Paalasmaa Nature Trail
- Visit to Sydänvaara Observation Tower
- Smoke sauna experience at Minna's
Landmarks
Paalasmaa Archipelago
Sydänvaara Observation Tower
Lake Pielinen
Day 8
Departure
End point
Kuopio, Northern Savonia, Finland (Airport or railway station)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Viemenjärvi Lake

Landmarks
Raesärkät Nature Reserve
Ahven-Valkeinen Lake

Landmarks
Hiidenportti National Park

Landmarks
Tiilikkajärvi National Park

Landmarks
Koli National Park
Ukko-Koli

Landmarks
Paalasmaa Archipelago
Sydänvaara Observation Tower
Lake Pielinen

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Carolyn
Asked on July 19th, 2025
I am wondering if we would meet the group at the airport at Kuopio, Northern Savonia, Finland? If not how do we get to the guesthouse? I also want to know if there is provided transportation between locations? I don't drive, so I'm trying to make sure this would be accessible. If there is transportation provided, does it cost extra?
Flights / Transfers
Transport
- Aksyt Ammat LtdOperator•Written July 2025
  Transportation is included in the price. If you arrive by other means than the airport transfer, you can take a train from Helsinki to Nurmes. We will pick you up at the station.
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Sean
Asked on July 3rd, 2024
What would the cost be for one person. I would prefer a room alone.
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- Aksyt Ammat LtdOperator•Written July 2024
  This tour is also available for solo travelers and we have rooms for departure Saturday 31 August, 2024.
K
Kate
Asked on March 26th, 2024
Are you offering any walking trips in September? I would be coming from the United States, landing in Helsinki, most likely. How many people are on these hiking tours? How is it best to get from Helsinki to Nurmes? How long would it take to get there by train or bus? I'm a very fit 69 year old man who loves to hike in the Pacific Northwest of the USA.
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  Kate
  Traveler•Written March 2024
  I see the tour from August 31 - September 7, 2024 but I don't see the month of September listed and the four links you sent me don't open. The posting ends in August. And, how is it best to get from Helsinki to Nurmes? How many people are on these hiking tours?
- Aksyt Ammat LtdOperator•Written March 2024
  We have this tour. Valid: By request May-October 2024. There are no reservations for this trip yet. Group size: min 2- 30 person. Self-drive tour.

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Paths of Silence – A Walking Tour in Finland’s National Parks

Itinerary

Arrival at Guesthouse Pihlajapuu

Village and Forest Walking and Canoeing

Included Activities

Raesärkät Nature Reserve

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Hiidenportti National Park

Included Activities

Tiilikkajärvi National Park

Included Activities

Koli National Park

Included Activities

Paalasmaa Archipelago

Included Activities

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