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Saimaan Laivamatkat

Steamship cruises on Lake Kallavesi and from Kuopio to Savonlinna.

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Saimaan Laivamatkat

70100 KUOPIO
+358 15 250 250

info@saimaanlaivamatkat.fi

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Steamship cruises

The historic steamship S/S Heinävesi sails the waters of Lake Kallavesi with cruises departing from both Bellanranta and Kuopio Harbour. In addition to scenic two-hour cruises, Saimaan Laivamatkat offers special themed cruises for families with children, where little passengers can explore the steamship, learn about the captain’s duties and complete fun onboard tasks.

S/S Heinävesi also operates canal cruises from Kuopio to Savonlinna and back. The historic Heinävesi route has been recognized as one of Finland’s national landscapes and is part of the country’s most valued scenic areas.

Summer 2026 Cruises

Kallavesi Cruises
- Summer Day Cruise from Bellanranta or Kuopio Harbour
  - Duration: 2h from the Harbour, 1.5h from Bellanranta
- Little Skipper’s Cruise from Bellanranta
  - Duration: 1.5h
Canal Cruises
- Iconic Canal Cruise: Kuopio – Savonlinna (Tuesdays) Price: 159€ / 89€
  - Duration 12h (one-way)
  - Includes meals and guided commentary
  - Return transport by bus to Kuopio 29€
- Lunch Cruise: Kuopio – Kerma Canal (Tuesdays) Price: 89€
  - Lunch 19,90€, return transport by bus to Kuopio 20€
- Dinner Cruise: Kerma Canal – Kuopio (Thursdays)
  - Dinner 39,90€, transport from Kuopio to Kerma Canal: 20€

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Canal Cruise Kuopio – Savonlinna

The route follows the stunning Heinävesi waterway, which has been selected as one of Finland’s national landscapes. Cruises operate from Kuopio to Savonlinna on Tuesdays from June 30 to August 18. Duration: approx. 12 hours. Return bus transfer to Kuopio is available either the same evening or the following day (€29).

Prices: Adults 159€ Children (4–15 yrs) 89€, Day cabin 89€

Summer Day Cruise

Enjoy the stunning scenery of Lake Kallavesi aboard the traditional steamship s/s Heinävesi! Departures from Kuopio Passenger Harbour on Fridays and Saturdays from June 26 to August 3, and Friday to Monday from August 7 to August 17. Departures from Bellanranta on Sundays and Mondays from June 28 to August 16. Duration: approx. 1.5–2 hours.

Adults 28–30€, children (4–12 yrs) 10–14€, family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) 70€

Little Skipper’s Cruise

On this cruise, children get to explore the secrets of a traditional steamship, complete fun tasks, and try out the role of a captain under the guidance of the crew. Every child receives their own Little Captain diploma as a souvenir! Cruises depart from Bellanranta on Sundays and Mondays from June 28 to August 3 at 10:30. Duration: approx. 1.5 hours.

Adults 30€, children (4-12yrs) 10€, family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) 70€