Excursion Oulu by land & river tour at Oulu
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Discover the city of Oulu and the River Oulujoki by coach and riverboat.
Embark from the pier for the hour and half panoramic coach tour of Oulu. See the old and the new monument centers, Oulu Museum of Art, the Music House, the Technopolis area with its many sites of technological research and development. the University of Oulu, and the Oulu hospital area. Hear from your guide about the growing industries of software design, fine paper production, and high-quality services provided locally, globally and for the tourists who visit this 500-year-old city.
Continue driving to the River Oulujoki, one of the longest rivers in Finland, with its natural surroundings and beautiful seaside on the Gulf of Bothnia. Board the Angelina Riverboat to enjoy the two-hour cruise as you take in the beautiful scenery of River Oulujoki. Listen as your guide regales you with stories about pine tree tar production, transportation, and salmon fishing that have all played important roles in the history of the river and the growth of the city.
Return the shore and reboard your coach for the 40-minute drive back to the pier.
Note
Please note: This excursion is suitable for guests with limited mobility who are able to negotiate a few steps to board the coach and riverboat. Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, including sunglasses and sunscreen as needed.