Helsinki
Helsinki, the ‘white town of the north’ is Finland’s capital city and an international gateway with much to offer the visitor.
A hub for business, finance, fashion, medicine, entertainment, media, culture and intellectual discourseHelsinki, the ‘white town of the north’ is Finland’s capital city and an international gateway with much to offer the visitor. Unique in many ways, Helsinki is a hub for business, finance, fashion, medicine, entertainment, media, culture and intellectual discourse. The city offers a large collection of museums, galleries and performance spaces. Helsinki differs from other big historical cities by two factors: the physical presence of nature and the exceptionally clear street network, the creation of the city's two main designers, Johan Albrecht Ehrenström and Carl Ludvig Engel. In Helsinki, we offer our cruise guests a dazzling schedule of excursion packages that will help you make the most of your time in the city, whilst offering you the best deals on all the sights. Start, for example, with the ‘Introduction to Helsinki’ city tour, that takes in the major attractions such as Parliament Square, Olympic Stadium, and Sibelius Park, dedicated to the composer who hails from this town. More athletic passengers can spend their day off the ship exploring Helsinki by bike, on a fascinating guided tour. Enjoy time away from your luxury cruise liner by travelling back in time to the medieval town of Porvoo, one of just six in If children have been good this year, fulfil a magical wish and take them to visit Santa Claus’ summer hideout! Youngsters will even have the chance to meet Santa, which will certainly make this vacation one of their most memorable vacations!
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Directions
Ships dock at the Hernesaari cruise ship dock in the West harbour. The port is about 3 km from the town center. There is a bus service and a taxi service to the town center.
Port average temperature
The city has a temperate continental climate. Owing to the mitigating influence of the Baltic sea and Gulf stream, temperatures in winter are much higher than the northern location might suggest, with the average in January and February around −5°C. Temperatures below −20°C occur normally a week or two in a year.
However, because of the latitude, days lasts less than six hours in the winter solstice, and the very cloudy weather at this time of year accentuates the darkness. Conversely, Helsinki enjoys long days in summer, almost nineteen hours at the summer solstice. The average maximum temperature from June through August is around 19 to 21°C. The highest temperature ever recorded at city centre was 31.6°C on July 18, 1945 and the lowest was −34.3°C on January 10, 1987. The temperate figures shown are based on monthly average weather conditions for the selected port. Weather data is not real-time, and sometimes no data is shown for a specific date, month or port in general.
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HSK01 - INTRODUCTION TO HELSINKI - 3 hours - 2011
The excursion is an introduction to the White Town of the North, taking in the Market Square, Senate Square, with its monument dedicated to the composer Sibelius, and Mannerheim Street, Helsinkis main thoroughfare. We will also pass by the Parliament buildings, the National Museum and the Finlandia Hall before continuing to the Olympic Stadium and the famous Rock Church. Return to the vessel.
Note : the visit to the Rock Church will be reconfirmed on the day of call. This tour includes walking on cobblestone streets so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
Price per person $80.00 Adults $56.00 Children
HSK02 - HELSINKI BY BIKE - 3 / 3,5 hours - 2011
Why not opt for a different kind of sightseeing tour and join us on circuit of Helsinki by bike! We will take in the best of this beautiful city, passing the most important sights and enjoying a cycle ride through the citys leafy parks, past the main museums and along the sea front. Accompanied by a guide, we will make several stops en route, enabling you to learn more about the history and the culture of Helsinki. Pass Mannerheim Street, Helsinkis main thoroughfare, and a quick glimpse of the Market Square, of the Finlandia Hall and of the Olympic Stadium.Note : limited seats ; this excursions is not for children under 12 years old and for Guests experiencing mobility problems. It is compulsory to use the safety helmet.
Price per person $93.00 Adults $65.00 Children
HSK03 - SAVIJÄRVI MANOR HOUSE & HELSINKI PANORAMA - 4 hours - 2011 
Situated 20 miles outside Helsinki in the Sibo countryside, the Savijärvi Manor is a 100-year old traditional farm and green oasis. Here you can enjoy a taste of Finnish country life as you en enjoy a cup of coffee or tea on the porch. The excursion will continue in Helsinki with a panoramic city tour of the key sights including Mannerheim Street, the Parliament House, the Olympic Stadium and the Market Square. Enjoy a stop at the Senate Square before returning to the pier.Note : the feasibility of the cruise will be reconfirmed during your cruise. Limited seats.
Price per person $88.00 Adults $62.00 Children
HSK04 - HELSINKI BY BOAT - 2,5 hours - 2011 Leaving the vessel you will drive to a boat where you will start to discover Helsinki archipelago. During a 1 hour and half sail you will see a unique urban archipelago, waterfront saunas and old villas while your guide will explain you the history of Helsinki while having a good coffee. After the cruise you will reach the Market Square to shop around before returning to the vessel.Note : limited seats. The tour is not advised to Guests experiencing mobility problems or in a wheelchair.
Price per person $82.00 Adults $57.00 Children
HSK05 - SOUMENLINNA FORTRESS - 3,5 hours - 2011 Soumenlinna is an historic sea fortress, a popular attraction and an island home to a small community of residents. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991, this is a unique monument of European military architecture. You can discover this fortress, which was built during the periods of Swedish and Russian rules, from all angles. A private motorcoach will take you from the pier a boat for a 15-minute sail ride around the fortress during which you can learn about the chequered history of the monument and hear about life on the island today. Back on land you can visit the key sights of the fortress such as the castle courtyard, Pipers Park and the Dry Dock. You will have free time on the island before returning to the Market Square and have some shopping there. Return to the pier.Note : the tour is not advised to Guests experiencing mobility problems or in a wheelchair as long walking on uneven ground is involved.
Price per person $86.00 Adults $60.00 Children
HSK06 - SANTA CLAUS SUMMERHOUSE & HELSINKI PANORAMA - 5 hours - 2011
A treat for the whole family and a chance to bring some early Christmas magic to any passengers travelling with children ! Santa Claus is undoubtedly Finlands most famous resident and if you have ever wondered how he spends his time during the summer this special tour offers a chance to learn more about Santas life and to explore Finnish traditions in the beautiful seeting of the National Park forests. We will enjoy a country drive past Finlands pretty lakes before arriving at Santas secret forest hideaway. We will even meet Santa in person and enjoy coffee and a home-made cinnamon bun. On the way back to the port we will enjoy a short sightseeing tour of the Finnish capital passing by the Olympic Stadium, the Opera House, Finlandia Hall, Uspenski Cathedral and the Open Air Market. A short photo stop at the Senate Square is scheduled with a little free time to shop around. Note : this tour is not suitable for disabled guests as it included walking on cobblestones and steps for ab. 1 km. Limited seats.
Price per person $113.00 Adults $79.00 Children
HSK07 - THE OLD VILLAGE OF PORVOO & HELSINKI - 5 hours - 2011 Leave the port and head to Porvoo, one of Finland’s six medieval towns and first mentioned in documents that date back to the XIV century. Porvoo is famous for its historic district characterized by historic streets and wooden houses. We will visit the stone and brick Cathedral whose roof was completely destroyed by a fire although the interior has remained largely intact. Enjoy free time for exploring and shopping. The excursion also encompasses a sightseeing tour of Helsinki passing the Parliament buildings, National Museum, Finlandia Hall, Opera House and Olympic Stadium. We will finish the day with a short photo stop in Senate Square.
Please note: the visit to Porvoo Cathedral will be reconfirmed on the day of call. The transfer to Porvoo takes about 1 hour.
Price per person $68.00 Adults $48.00 Children
The excursions in the program above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this program is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine.
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