Start your day with a slow and relaxing breakfast at your stay. We begin in the harbour with a short introduction to the day’s tour, after which we cast off the moorings and head out for a wonderful day in the archipelago.
This journey takes you on a full-day culinary adventure through the breathtaking Finnish archipelago. Departing from Nagu in the morning, you’ll sail across sparkling waters and weave between islands before stopping for a delicious lunch at Hyppeis Värdshus, a charming inn known for its locally inspired cuisine.
In the afternoon, enjoy coffee and homemade treats on Jungfruskär, a serene island located halfway between Finland and Åland. Here, you can soak in the beauty of open seascapes and watch cattle grazing peacefully on the coastal meadows.
On the return journey, the experience culminates with a stop at Hotel Nestor’s renowned restaurant Backpocket, where you’ll be treated to a seven-course tasting menu celebrating the finest seasonal ingredients of the archipelago.
Jungfruskär is one of the most remarkable islands in the outer Archipelago Sea, known for its rich natural and cultural heritage. Once an important stopover for fishermen and seal hunters, the island has a long history of human settlement and traditional land use. Today, it forms part of the Archipelago National Park and is cherished for its untouched landscapes — open meadows, coastal pastures, and old forests that tell the story of centuries of coexistence between people and nature. Walking its trails, you can spot rare plants, migratory birds, and traces of the island’s past, from stone foundations to ancient grazing lands that are still maintained by free-roaming cattle.
Hyppeis Värdshus, located in Houtskär, is run by Outi and Sam Fagerlund, a couple who fell in love with island life and turned their dream into reality by creating a warm and welcoming seaside inn.
The restaurant is renowned for its unique concept: each summer week, a different guest chef takes over the kitchen to craft their own menu using locally sourced ingredients from the archipelago. This ever-changing culinary approach has transformed Hyppeis Värdshus from a charming local inn into a true destination for food lovers.
At the heart of the boutique Hotel Nestor on the island of Korpo lies the fine-dining restaurant Back Pocket, where William Hellgren serves as owner and head chef. William, who grew up in the archipelago and trained in high-end kitchens (including a stint at the three-star Michelin restaurant in Stockholm), brings a playful yet refined approach to Nordic ingredients and seasonal produce.
10:30 – Departure from Nagu harbour. A short welcome and introduction before we cast off the moorings and set out into the archipelago.
12:00 – Lunch stop at Hyppeis Värdshus. You will have time to explore the surroundings of Hyppeis village before we depart
15:00 – Arrival at the picturesque island of Jungfruskär. Enjoy a delightful afternoon coffee served with homemade treats. Take the opportunity to stretch your legs and explore the island’s scenic trails — offering a glimpse into the authentic everyday life of the archipelago..
16:30 – We begin the return journey, with time to relax on board and take in the views once more.
18:00 – Arrival at Back Pocket, where warmth and calm set the tone for an unforgettable evening. Indulge in a delicious seven-course tasting menu crafted with care and served in a truly welcoming atmosphere.
Boat tour in the archipelago (approx. 6 hours)
Coffee or tea served together with homemade treats during the island stop
Drinks as coffee, tee, still- and sparkling water troughout the tour on board the boat.
Clothing: Weather in the archipelago can change quickly. Bring a light jacket, comfortable shoes, and perhaps a hat or sunglasses.
Lunch drinks: Water is included with the meal. Other drinks can be purchased separately at the restaurant.
Accessibility: Boarding and disembarking may involve steps or uneven ground on the islands.
Cash/card: Some smaller island cafés or shops may have limited payment options.
Timing: The tour lasts around 11 hours. Please be at the harbour a little before departure so we can cast off on time.
Adults: €20 per person
Children (under 12): €10 per child
Infants (under 2): Free of charge
Included: Boat tour (6 hours), coffee/tea stop on an island.
Not included: Lunch at Hyppeis Värdshus and dinner menu at Back Pocket. Other drinks with lunch, personal purchases on the islands.
By email: Write to sales@boat-tours.fi with your preferred date, number of guests, and any special requests.
By phone: Call +358 400-417 149
We’ll personally assist you with the booking—confirm availability, note dietary needs (e.g. vegetarian alternative to fish soup), and send a booking confirmation with all details.
Nagu Hamn
FI-21650 Nagu, Finland
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Please arrive at the harbour at least 15 minutes before departure time. Our crew will meet you at the boat.
By car: Nagu can be reached by road from Turku in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The route includes a short ferry crossing, which is free of charge and runs frequently. Parking is available close to Nagu harbour.
By bus: Daily connections run from Turku to Nagu, with the journey taking about 1 hour 30 minutes. The bus stops within walking distance of the harbour.
By bike: For the adventurous, Nagu is a popular stop along the Archipelago Trail. Safe cycle routes and ferries make it accessible by bicycle.
Tip: Allow some extra travel time during summer weekends when traffic to the archipelago can be busier than usual.
