City breakHelsinki City Break
- 5★ hotel in central Helsinki
- Flights from London, direct or one stop
- Return airport transfers
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Helsinki & Tallinn
Three nights in Helsinki and two in Tallinn, with breakfast, flights into Helsinki and home from Tallinn, and the ferry across the Gulf of Finland.
- 5 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From London, direct or with one stop
From
£629
per person · 2 sharing
About this holiday
Two capitals in one trip. Spend three nights in Helsinki, close to the harbour and Market Square, then cross the Gulf of Finland by ferry to Tallinn for two nights in the walled Old Town.
The crossing takes approx. 2 hours. The package includes flights from London into Helsinki and home from Tallinn, both hotels with breakfast, your airport transfers and the ferry ticket. Finland and Estonia both use the euro and are 2 hours ahead of the UK.
- Duration
- 6 days, 5 nights
- Board
- Bed & breakfast
- Hotels
- 5★ in Helsinki and Tallinn
- Flights
- Into Helsinki, home from Tallinn
- Ferry
- Helsinki to Tallinn, approx. 2 hrs
- Good for
- Couples, friends, families
5★ hotels in Helsinki and Tallinn
In Helsinki you stay in a 5-star hotel in the centre, close to the Central Railway Station. In Tallinn you stay in a 5-star hotel in or close to the Old Town, within walking distance of the main squares. We confirm both hotels with each quote.
Hotel features
- Breakfast at both hotels
- Free Wi-Fi
- Heating throughout
- Ferry between the cities included
- 24-hour reception
- Family rooms on request
Times from your hotel in Tallinn
- Town Hall Squareapprox. 5 mins on foot
- Old Town walls and towersapprox. 5 mins on foot
- Toompea hillapprox. 10 mins on foot
- Ferry terminalapprox. 15 mins on foot
- Kadriorg parkapprox. 10 mins by taxi
- Tallinn Airportapprox. 15 mins by road
Times are approximate and depend on your hotels.
Included in the price
Included
- Flights from London to Helsinki and home from Tallinn, with checked baggage
- 3 nights in Helsinki and 2 nights in Tallinn, both 5★
- Breakfast every morning
- Airport transfers in both cities
- Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn
- ATOL protection under ATOL 10416
- A UK consultant before and during your trip
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Entry fees, tours and excursions
- Lunches, dinners and drinks
- Extras such as seat selection or extra baggage
Before you go
Flight time
Approx. 3 hours direct from London to Helsinki (HEL). Helsinki to Tallinn is approx. 2 hours by ferry; Tallinn to London is approx. 2 hours 45 minutes.
Time difference
Finland is 2 hours ahead of the UK all year.
Money
The currency is the euro. Cards and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere, so you need little cash.
Shoes indoors
Finns usually take their shoes off when entering a home, and some hotels and cabins ask the same. Saunas are a normal part of daily life.
Language
Finnish and Swedish are the official languages. English is widely spoken, including in hotels, shops and restaurants.
Weather
Helsinki and Tallinn average around 19–21°C in July and August. Winters are cold, with daytime highs around 0°C or below and often snow.
Day by day
These are suggestions; entry fees, tours and the Suomenlinna ferry are not included.
- Day 1
Arrive in Helsinki
Fly from London to Helsinki, approx. 3 hours direct. Your transfer takes you to your hotel in the centre, approx. 30 minutes.
- Day 2
Helsinki old centre
Walk to Senate Square, with Helsinki Cathedral at the top of its steps, then down to the Market Square on the waterfront and along the Esplanadi park.
- Day 3
Suomenlinna
Take the public ferry to the island fortress of Suomenlinna, approx. 15 minutes, and walk the walls and gates. Spend the evening at the harbour.
- Day 4
Ferry to Tallinn
Take the morning ferry across the Gulf of Finland, approx. 2 hours. Check in to your hotel and walk around the Old Town, with its town walls, Town Hall Square and cobbled lanes.
- Day 5
Tallinn Old Town
Climb Toompea hill for views over the red roofs, then walk down through the lower town. In the afternoon, visit the Kadriorg park by tram or taxi.
- Day 6
Fly home
Breakfast at your hotel, then your transfer to Tallinn Airport, approx. 15 minutes, for your flight to London.
Questions about this package
How do I get from Helsinki to Tallinn?
By ferry across the Gulf of Finland, approx. 2 hours on the standard crossing. The ferry ticket is included, and we confirm your sailing time with your quote. Crossings are less frequent in winter.
Do I fly home from Tallinn or Helsinki?
You fly into Helsinki and home from Tallinn, so you do not need to return to Helsinki. If you prefer to fly both ways from Helsinki, tell us and we’ll price the extra ferry.
Do I need a different currency in Estonia?
No. Finland and Estonia both use the euro, and cards and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere in both countries.
Can I change the number of nights?
Yes. You can stay longer in either city. Tell us your dates and we’ll price it for you.
When is the best time for this holiday?
June to August is the warmest, at around 19–21°C, with long evenings. Winter is cold but quiet, with snow on the rooftops of both old centres.
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Talk to a UK consultant
Call us or send an enquiry, and we’ll check prices for your dates, suggest hotels and change the package to suit you.