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Lake cruises on Lake Saimaa<\/h1>\n

Lake cruises are a big part of summer of Savonlinna.<\/strong> A cruise on Lake Saimaa on a nostalgic steamship or a handy motorboat is a relaxing way to spend a sunny summer’s day while enjoying the scenery around Savonlinna. (photo: VipCruise)<\/p>\n

Scenic cruises on Lake Saimaa<\/h2>\n

There are daily scenery cruises on Lake Saimaa during the summer season, mainly between 1.6-31.8. A scenic cruise is an easy and affordable way to see the wonderful scenery of Lake Saimaa and also to see the beautiful city of Savonlinna and its attractions from water perspective.<\/p>\n

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There are many different cruise ships, smaller motorized vessels and nostalgic steamships. Most scenic cruises last from around an hour to an hour and a half, and the price is typically between 15\u20ac-25\u20ac per person, depending on the vessel. During high season, there are cruises leaving every 30 minutes between 10 a.m.-6 p.m. In July, there are also earlier cruises in the morning and later ones in the evening. The easiest way to find out the schedules is just to go down to the harbour: the ships announce their next cruise on a sign right next to the boats. Check for more accurate specific timetables, prices and routes on the links below. Please note that the timetables may change due to charter cruises.<\/p>\n

Cruises from Savonlinna to Punkaharju and Kuopio<\/h2>\n

Want to explore further? Join a longer cruise from Savonlinna to Punkaharju or even all the way to Kuopio. These journeys take you through the most scenic parts of Lake Saimaa, past peaceful bays, narrow straits and forested islands. Check departure times in advance\u2014these cruises also leave from Savonlinna passenger harbour.<\/p>\n

New for season 2025! The legendary s\/s Hein\u00e4vesi returns to the Lake Saimaa and to its beloved historic route! Step aboard for an unforgettable journey from Savonlinna to Kuopio, along the picturesque Hein\u00e4vesi Canal Route a winding, peaceful waterway made for slow travel and scenic enjoyment.<\/p>\n

Charter cruises<\/h2>\n

Looking for something special? You can book an entire boat for your group. Charter cruises can be tailored for small groups or even as many as a hundred people. Charter cruises have been popular as evening cruises, such as before an opera, or for arranging meetings. In autumn, cruises are available as long as Lake Saimaa stays open.<\/p>\n

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