Culture

Along Silverlines route e.g. Visavuori where the house and studio of famous Finnish sculptor Emil Wikström is located. Emil Wikström sculpted most of his work in Visavuori and many original casts and studies are now exhibited in the Visavuori museum. There are also drawings from famous Finnish cartoonist Kari Suomalainen's drawings in display.

Culture for groups

Cruise to Hattula

Cruise to Hattula offers a guided tour in the oldest church in the Häme region in Hattula in addition to delights on board. Wine and Nourishment for Body & Soul tour begins at the Lepaa vineyard with guided tour of the vineyard and wine tasting.

Tour continues by boat to Visavuori where guided tour of Visavuori and the art of Emil Wikström, as well as the chance to enjoy the classic Finnish political cartoons of Kari Suomalainen. Historic Lempäälä tour starts with a cruise and a buffet lunch on board followed by a guided tour of Lempäälä’s medieval stone church and the museum road. For more information: Group tours

Pyhäjärvi & Pikkupalatsi

Pyhäjärvi & Pikkupalatsi - the Little Palace Tour starts on lake Pyhäjärvi on Restaurant Boats lunch cruise. In addition to culinary and scenery delights we offer a wide range of entertainment on our cruises.

From Pyhäjärvi the tour continues to former Finlayson mill manager's residence, Pikkupalatsi - the Little Palace which is a fine example of Neo-Renaissance architecture in Tampere. Guided tour leads deep in to the palaces history. For more information: Group tours

Laukko Manor

Ships have sailed from Laukontori harbour to Laukko Manor already a hundred years ago. Now it is possible again – Laukko Manor welcomes groups for the first time to the legendary Laukko estate. Come and enjoy culture and culinarism in Pirkanmaa regions most beautiful lake scenery. For more information: Group tours