Luonteri is the pearl of Saimaa nature tourism. The rugged beauty of Luonteri is a geological and historical treasure of Saimaa, a Saimaa Geopark destination. Its clear waters are home to both the Saimaa ringed seal and many fish species. The landscape of Luonteri is a combination of vast backwaters, forested islands, steep cliffs, smooth rocky islets, bays, capes and clean sandy beaches.
The half-day trip will only take place on 24th of July (2026) The trip starts from Mikkeli by charter bus.
The ship will cruise along the route: Harvio - Raintsaari - Karihiekka - Petäjäsaari - Halkoluodot - Paajalansalmi - Pappilansalmi
Tour schedule
11:15 Departure from Mikkeli Travel Center
11:20 Departure from the market square bus stop
11:50 Saimaanranta resort (Anttolan Hovi)
12:10 Arrival at Anttola harbor. Time for lunch at Restaurant Poiju
13:00 Departure for the cruise on the M/S Aino ship
16:00 Cruise ends at Anttola harbor
16:15 Return trip to Mikkeli (market square bus stop and final stopn Matkakeskus), where we will arrive at approximately 16:45. The bus will not pass through Saimaanranta Resort on the return trip if there are no passengers.
NOTE! You can board the bus at the Ollinmäki stop or Saimaanranta Resort instead of the Mikkeli stops. You can also come to Anttola by car and buy just the cruise. A cruise ticket can be purchased from the ship's cafeteria for €38 / person (children €20). Limited seats.
Tickets
Children 3 years and under travel free of charge
The ticket price includes: Round-trip transportation from Mikkeli by M/S Aino charter bus, cruise on Lake Saimaa.
The ticket price is non-refundable and does not apply to cruises other than in special cases.
If a cancellation occurs due to a difficult situation, e.g. an illness, etc., the ticket seller will deduct the costs of the refund from the purchase price.