Imagine a world of thousands of little islands, hidden coves, wooded islets and turquoise channels — yours to explore under the midnight sun. On this gentle summer sail from Helsinki to Turku (or optionally back to Helsinki), you will glide through one of the most evocative cruising grounds on Earth.

This trip is for curious sailors, slow-travel lovers and those yearning for a maritime summer with nature, simplicity and quiet discovery over speed or high seas.

We’re not racing — but exploring. Over about a week you’ll sail the labyrinth of the Finnish Archipelago aboard a comfortable Bavaria 50, stopping to explore remote islands, enjoy local cuisine and soak up coastal village life.

The Finnish Archipelago is like nowhere else — a vast archipelago shaped by glacial ice and Baltic waters, dissected into a maze of islets, skerries, narrow channels and sheltered anchorages. It is wild yet gentle, secluded but intimate. The seas are mild in summer, the light soft, and the air heavy with the scent of pine and salt.

In July the archipelago reveals its sunny, laid-back side — long days, warm water, inviting villages and remote anchorages; outside of that short season the islands retreat under long winters, making the summer months all the more precious.

This is a place where wilderness and civilisation sit side by side: quiet forested coves and, a short sail later, cosy harbours or tiny villages with rustic charm, seafood restaurants and serene local life.

Embark in Helsinki’s South Harbour and settle aboard before slipping lines for a quiet first night at anchorage near Porkala. Sail to the lively summer town of Hanko, a gateway to the archipelago with seaside restaurants and relaxed holiday vibes. Continue to idyllic Högsåra, famed for its local cuisine and peaceful atmosphere, with moorings reserved in advance. Venture out to the outer islands such as Jurmo, Borstö or Utö, where wild nature, remote anchorages and open-sea horizons offer a sense of true escape. Cross into the Åland Islands to visit Kökar or Sottunga, combining sweeping coastal scenery with a hint of medieval history. Head into the inner archipelago to Nauvo (or a secluded anchorage), with the option to dine ashore or enjoy a cosy evening on board. Finish with a relaxed sail to Turku, mooring along the river close to the city centre — or opt for an adventurous night sail back to Helsinki under long summer light.