Itinerary
- Day 1
Lappeenranta
You'll arrive in Lappeenranta and settle in for the night. The town has some interesting historic fortifications worth checking out, and there's a relaxing cruise option along the Saimaa Canal if you want to ease into things. The harbor area is particularly nice during summer evenings, so that's a good spot to grab dinner and get a feel for the place.
- Start point
- Lappeenranta, South Karelia, Finland (Arrival and first night)
Optional Activities
- Explore historic fortifications in Lappeenranta
- Cruise along the Saimaa Canal
- Visit the harbor area
Landmarks Saimaa Canal - Day 2
Lappeenranta to Lintusalo
Today's a 37 km cycling day with Lake Saimaa on both sides of you. You'll stop in Taipalsaari for their famous oversized ice cream cones (they're actually quite something), then head toward Sarviniemi UNESCO Geopark. After that, you'll catch a ferry across Lake Saimaa to Lintusalo and finish the day with pancakes at the pier. It's a good mix of riding and breaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle to Lintusalo (37 km)
- Ferry crossing Lake Saimaa to Lintusalo
Optional Activities
- Stop in Taipalsaari for ice cream
- Visit Sarviniemi UNESCO Geopark site
Landmarks Sarviniemi - Day 3
Lintusalo to Puumala
You're cycling 33 km today toward Puumala, a busy summer town right in the middle of Lake Saimaa. The harbor is worth wandering through, and if you're up for it, climb the 28-meter-high bridge for views across the lake and grab coffee at the café up top. There's also an optional solar-powered boat cruise leaving from the harbor if you want to do that instead of or after cycling.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle to Puumala (33 km)
Optional Activities
- Visit Puumala harbor
- Climb the 28-meter-high bridge for views
- Coffee at bridge-top cafe
- Eco-friendly solar-powered boat cruise from Puumala Harbor
Landmarks Puumala Harbor - Day 4
Puumala to Sulkava
Another 40 km on the bike, this time heading to Sulkava. The town is famous for hosting Finland's largest rowing race, so you'll get a sense of the local pride around that event. The whole area has a peaceful, laid-back feel that's typical of Finnish Lakeland. It's a good spot to relax after the day's ride.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle to Sulkava (40 km)
- Day 5
Sulkava to Savonlinna
Cycle 40 km to Savonlinna and you'll come across Olavinlinna Castle, which is the real highlight here. Take a guided tour through this medieval fortress to get the full history. After that, spend some time walking across Savonlinna's charming bridges that connect the islands together. It gives the town a unique character you don't see everywhere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle to Savonlinna (40 km)
- Guided tour of Olavinlinna Castle
Optional Activities
- Explore Savonlinna's charming bridges
Landmarks Olavinlinna Castle 
- Days 6 - 7
Savonlinna to Oravi
You're cycling 42 km to Oravi today, and you'll stay here for two nights. The location between Linnansaari and Kolovesi national parks gives you plenty to do. Kayaking and guided fishing are available, and there's a boat trip option to Linnansaari National Park. End your days with an authentic Finnish sauna experience down at Oravi Harbor. It's a chance to really slow down.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle to Oravi (42 km)
Optional Activities
- Kayaking
- Fishing with a guide
- Visit Linnansaari National Park by boat
- Public sauna at Oravi Harbor
Landmarks Linnansaari National Park Kolovesi National Park 
- Day 8
Oravi to Varkaus
Your final cycling day is a longer one at 63 km into Varkaus, an industrial city with interesting architecture that tells Finland's industrialization story. On the way, you'll cross the Taipale Canal. If you're lucky with timing, you might see large boats passing through the locks, which is a cool thing to watch.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle to Varkaus (63 km)
Optional Activities
- View boats at Taipale Canal locks
Landmarks Taipale Canal - Days 9 - 11
Lappeenranta - Imatra
Back in Lappeenranta for three days of golf at two courses. You'll play two rounds at Viipurin Golf-Etelä-Saimaa (18 holes with lake views) and one round at Imatra Golf Club (18 holes overlooking Immalanjärvi Lake). If golf isn't your thing, the three days give you time for sightseeing around town or just relaxing along Lake Saimaa.
- End point
- Lappeenranta, South Karelia, Finland (Departure)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Golf at Viipurin Golf–Etelä-Saimaa Course (Rounds 1 & 2)
- Golf at Imatra Golf Club (Round 3)
Optional Activities
- Sightseeing in Lappeenranta region
- Relax by Lake Saimaa (for non-golfers)
Landmarks Viipurin Golf–Etelä-Saimaa Course Imatra Golf Club
