A Summer Day on Lake Päijänne | Lahti–Jyväskylä–Lahti
– The traditional boat trip from one end of Lake Päijänne to the other!
Departures: Lahti Harbour (Satamakatu 7, Lahti) | Jyväskylä Harbour (Satamakatu 8, Jyväskylä)
Lahti–Jyväskylä: Sundays 13 June • 4 July • 18 July • 8 August • 5 September 2027
Jyväskylä–Lahti: Mondays 14 June • 5 July • 19 July • 9 August • 6 September 2027
Cruise time: 09:00–19:30
Ship: m/s Suomen Neito
Enjoy a relaxing summer day surrounded by the stunning scenery of Finland’s longest and deepest lake! This traditional cruise route, which has been operating for decades, takes you across the entire length of Lake Päijänne between Lahti and Jyväskylä. The journey from Lahti to Jyväskylä takes place on Sundays, with the return trip from Jyväskylä to Lahti on Mondays, making a round trip a wonderful way to spend two full summer days on the lake. Along the way, vast open waters, lush green islands and picturesque shorelines reveal the remarkable diversity of Lake Päijänne’s scenery.
A generous lunch buffet prepared by our onboard chef adds a delicious highlight to your summer day on Lake Päijänne. Our buffet features tasty dishes made with an emphasis on Finnish ingredients and locally sourced produce. Please let us know about any dietary requirements when making your reservation. The onboard restaurant offers a wide selection of drinks, wines and cocktails to enjoy throughout the day. Savoury and sweet snacks, ice cream and refreshments are also available for purchase during the journey.
With a full day on board, there is plenty of time to slow down and enjoy summer at your own pace. And even a little summer rain won’t spoil the experience, as the ship’s warm and comfortable indoor areas offer beautiful lake views from every seat! Soak up the sunshine and admire the ever-changing scenery from the sun deck, play cards or board games with your travel companions, or simply relax with a good book. Along the way, the captain provides commentary on the passing scenery and points of interest. At passengers’ request, we can also make a refreshing stop for swimming and stretching your legs – so remember to bring your swimsuit and towel!
You can enjoy the entire route as a two-day round trip, travel in just one direction or choose a shorter section of the journey using the ports of call along the route. 🚲 Travelling by bike? Bring your bicycle on board for an additional fee and combine a scenic cruise on Lake Päijänne with your own cycling adventure!


Timetables and maps
- Place Time Arrival map
- Place: Lahti Time: 09:00 View the arrival map
- Place: Vääksy Canal Time: 10:25 View the arrival map
- Place: Karisalmi Time: 11.20 View the arrival map
- Place: Suopelto, Sysmä Time: 13:00 View the arrival map
- Place: Tehinniemi, Kuhmoinen Time: 13:55 View the arrival map
- Place: Judinsalo, Luhanka Time: 15:00 View the arrival map
- Place: Vaheri, Jämsä Time: 15:50 View the arrival map
- Place: Kärkinen, Korpilahti Time: 17:20 View the arrival map
- Place: Säynätsalo, Jyväskylä Time: 18:25 View the arrival map
- Place: Jyväskylä Time: 19.30 View the arrival map
One-Way Journey Jyväskylä → Lahti
Boat trip Jyväskylä – Lahti
This traditional boat trip runs from Jyväskylä to Lahti – from one end of Lake Päijänne to the other! You can travel the entire route or choose a shorter section of the journey. With a full day on board, there's plenty of time to soak up the sunshine, admire the beautiful lake views, take a refreshing swim, enjoy delicious food and drinks or simply settle down for a game of cards!


