Arrival

By plane

We are easily accessible by plane from Helsinki-Vantaa airport. The Rissala airport is 18 km away. From the airport you can reach us by taxi or rental car. Airport pick-up can be arranged.

By bus

Kuopio is easily accessible by bus from all major cities in Finland. A bus departs from Kuopio Travel Centre to Vehmersalmi about twice a day, our stop is at Kortejoen Ferry.  From Kuopio bustation the distance to Nordic Island Hideout is 30 km. The bus stop here is 1.2 km from us.

By Train

Kuopio is easily accessible by train from all major cities in Finland. The train station is right next to the bus station (travel center). You can continue your journey to us by bus, or arrange transportation with us.

By Boat

The island of Vaajasalo is located right in front of Kuopio, so we can be easily reached by boat. In summer 2024, we will also have our own guest pier. The distance by water is about 6 km. It is also worth checking the cruise schedules of the Roll ships, Alahovi Winery can be reached by boat in June-August. Alahovi is about 3 km from us, the journey is comfortable on foot or we can agree on possible transportation.

Autolla

The City of Kuopio is 30 km from us. There is a ferry to the island of Vaajasalo, the ferry runs 24h. You can stop for a visit even when driving north to Lapland. North of Kuopio take road E63, followed by road 9, and finally road 539. Google map address: Vaajasontie 113.

Ferry breaks:

09-09.20
11-11.20
16.45-17.05
19.15-19.35

By bike/ motorcycle

It is worth stopping by for a break coffee while driving along the popular North Kallavesi circuit. The route goes through the Puutossalmi ferry and passes us at the Kortejoki ferry. Google Map address Vaajasalontie 113.