Surrender to the wooden charms of Finland’s second-oldest town, and enjoy a panoramic spin through the country’s landmark-filled capital city. Your excursion to Porvoo begins with a drive through the heart of Helsinki, past its bustling open-air marketplace and architectural must-see’s like the Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral, Presidential Palace and expansive Senate Square. You’ll make a brief stop to admire the dazzling white Lutheran Cathedral; capped with green domes and set atop a dramatic stairway it dwarfs nearly everything else on the surrounding skyline. Some of the other marquee attractions you’ll spot include the Opera House, Finlandia Hall, the National Museum, Parliament building and the Contemporary Art Museum. Arriving in Porvoo, the look and feel of everything shifts backwards in time as you begin a leisurely walking tour of this city that receiving its charter all the way back in 1346. Stroll along cobblestone streets lined with brightly painted buildings crafted with hammer and nail. Stop to admire stellar views of the historic center from the Old Bridge of Porvoo, which spans the town river. After your orientation walk, take some time on your own to explore further; colorful gardens and browse-worthy handicraft and antique shops abound.