Biking Tour Around Lake Pielinen – Perfect for Both Regular and E-Bikes!
Experience the stunning beauty of North Karelia on a biking tour around the magnificent Lake Pielinen. This versatile tour is designed to cater to all cyclists, whether you prefer the classic pedal power of a regular bike or the effortless cruising of an e-bike.
Tour Highlights
- Flexible for all cyclists: Enjoy the route with a regular bike or take advantage of the electric boost from an e-bike.
- Discover the serene landscapes, charming villages, and rich cultural heritage of North Karelia.
- Overnight stays in welcoming accommodations with delicious local breakfasts.
- Opportunities to enjoy traditional Finnish saunas and refreshing swims in the lake.
- Explore iconic sites like Koli National Park, Bomba House, and the Juuka Stone Village and old Juuka
Available: 1.6.-30.9.2025
Groupsize: min. 2
- Normal fitness level
- Roads: Normal. On tour map roads are mostly sandy roads.
- You can make different route choices point to point.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Level: Easy /with E-Bike assistance. Moderate/Regular Bike
Day 1 – Arrival in Joensuu
Individual arrival in Joensuu.
Accommodation at Lietsu Boutique Aparthotel.
Includes breakfast.
Day 2 – Joensuu → Koli
Luggage transfer to Koli.
Cycling from Joensuu to Koli via scenic countryside roads, approx. 54 km.
Accommodation at Koli Freetime (main house, double room).
Includes breakfast, dinner, and sauna.
Day 3 – Koli Day Tour
Circular cycling routes around Koli National Park, 40–60 km.
Admire iconic Finnish national landscapes.
Accommodation at Koli Freetime (main house).
Includes breakfast, dinner, and sauna.
Day 4 – Koli → Juuka
Luggage transfer to Juuka.
Cycling through rolling hills and lake scenery, approx. 35 km.
Accommodation at Guesthouse Juuka.
Includes breakfast.
Day 5 – Juuka → Nurmes
Luggage transfer to Nurmes.
Ride along the shoreline to the Bomba Karelian Village.
Accommodation at Bomba.
Includes breakfast and spa entrance.
Day 6 – Nurmes → Lieksa
Luggage transfer to Lieksa.
Enjoy peaceful landscapes and small towns en route.
Accommodation at Hotel Puustelli, Lieksa.
Includes breakfast and dinner.
Day 7 – Lieksa → Vuonislahti → Koli
Luggage transfer to Vuonislahti harbor
Cycling to Vuonislahti, approx. 26 km.
Optional visit to Paateri Art Home (+9 km round trip).
Lake Cruise back to Koli with M/S Marival II
Available between June 17 – August 11
Depart Vuonislahti Harbor → Arrive Koli Harbor
Timetables:
13:30 Vuonislahti – 14:30 Koli
16:00 Vuonislahti – 17:00 Koli
Accommodation at Koli Kylä Hotel.
Includes breakfast.
Day 8 – Koli → Joensuu / Departure
Final leg: Koli to Joensuu, approx. 67 km.
Luggage transfer to Joensuu.
Accommodation at Lietsu Hotel (if staying).
Includes breakfast.
Option to depart directly from Koli or Joensuu.
Price from €1550 / person / regular bike
Price from €1850 / person / e-bike
Includes: High-quality e-bike rental or regular bike with daily maintenance support.Luggage transfers (point-to-point each day)
7 nights accommodation in double rooms.
Daily breakfast
4 x dinners
4 x sauna experiences (incl. hotel saunas)
