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Private Excursion Kummakivi, Olavinlinna Castle & Scenic Drive
Historical Tours 8 hours Offered in: English

Private Excursion Kummakivi, Olavinlinna Castle & Scenic Drive

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Overview

Highlights include: Scenic drive to and from the tour locations; Explore the natural phenomenon that is Kummakivi boulder; Take a tour of the world's northernmost medieval stone fortress still standing; Drive along the most famous scenic drive in Finland with the opportunity to stop at view points; Fantastic photo opportunities along the tour, pictures taken by an experienced photographer; A set of your picture memories digitally sent after the tour.

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Private transportation

Castle Admission Fee

Bottled water

Lunch

Snacks

Meeting and pickup

Travelers meet at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Make your way to the area in front of S-Market/Alko shops. We meet there to pick up last-minute food/water items before taking the car.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

  1. Kummakivi Boulder

    2 hours

    Kummakivi is a large balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland. A remnant from the last ice age, the 7-meter long boulder lies on a convex bedrock surface with a very small footprint but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. Kummakivi has been protected since 1962. A pine tree originating from the 1980s grows on top of the boulder.
    Duration includes 1hr driving time to location.

  2. Olavinlinna Castle

    4 hours

    Olavinlinna Castle is one of the best-known sights in Finland. Olavinlinna is a 15th-century three-tower castle located in Savonlinna, Finland. It is built on an island in the Kyrönsalmi Strait that connects the lakes Haukivesi and Pihlajavesi. It is the northernmost medieval stone fortress still standing.
    Duration includes drive to Castle and break for lunch.

  3. Punkaharju Ridge

    2 hours

    Punkaharju esker ridge has been an internationally known tourist destination already for two hundred years due to the natural beauty of its landscape. It is one of Finland's national landscapes and the beautiful lake views seen between its majestic pines are still the biggest attraction of the area. We will drive along ridge road famed for being one of the most beautiful drives in the world and stop at some viewpoints for pictures and walk on some trails (time and weather dependent).
    Duration includes time for stops and return drive to pick-up point.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

Times are local to the experience (Europe/Helsinki).

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 6 travelers per booking

FAQs about Private Excursion Kummakivi, Olavinlinna Castle & Scenic Drive

Can I cancel Private Excursion Kummakivi, Olavinlinna Castle & Scenic Drive for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 8 hours.

Where does it start?

Make your way to the area in front of S-Market/Alko shops. We meet there to pick up last-minute food/water items before taking the car.

What's included?

  • Private transportation
  • Castle Admission Fee
  • Bottled water

What's not included?

  • Lunch
  • Snacks

Which places does it visit?

It visits Kummakivi Boulder, Olavinlinna Castle, Punkaharju Ridge.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in English.

What fitness level is needed?

It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

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