{"id":21172,"date":"2026-11-07T06:50:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-07T06:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/?p=21172"},"modified":"2026-11-07T06:15:47","modified_gmt":"2026-11-07T06:15:47","slug":"finland-lakeland-campervan-route-savonlinna-kuopio-tampere","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/finland\/finland-lakeland-campervan-route-savonlinna-kuopio-tampere\/","title":{"rendered":"Finland Lakeland by Campervan: A 7-9 Day Loop from Helsinki Through Saimaa and Kuopio"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><style>\n\/* \u2500\u2500 Hide Astra default post title + meta for this post \u2500\u2500 *\/\n.single-post .entry-title,.single-post .entry-meta,.single-post .ast-post-format-meta,.single-post .post-meta{display:none !important;}\n.single-post .entry-content{padding-top:0 !important;margin-top:0 !important;}\n.single-post .ast-article-single{padding-top:0 !important;}\n.ast-separate-container 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Helsinki.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"htf-hero-meta\">\n      <div class=\"htf-meta-author\"><div class=\"htf-avatar\">J&amp;A<\/div><div><strong>Joona &amp; Alla<\/strong>Rovaniemi, Finland<\/div><\/div>\n      <span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span><span>November 7, 2026<\/span><span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span><span>8 min read<\/span><span class=\"htf-dot\">\u00b7<\/span><span>Updated regularly<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- HERO IMAGE -->\n<div class=\"htf-hero-img\">\n<div class=\"htf-hero-img\" style=\"margin:24px 0;text-align:center;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"629\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7654\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lake-in-finland-print-96996.jpg\" alt=\"Lake in Finland, the kind of scene on a Lakeland campervan loop\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:6px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lake-in-finland-print-96996.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lake-in-finland-print-96996-300x147.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lake-in-finland-print-96996-1024x503.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lake-in-finland-print-96996-768x377.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lake-in-finland-print-96996-600x295.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><div style=\"font-size:12px;color:#6b6b6b;margin-top:6px;\">Photo: Joona Heinonen, Hungrytravelfamily<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- ARTICLE + SIDEBAR -->\n<div class=\"htf-wrap\">\n<article class=\"htf-body\">\n<p>We were born into the idea that the best summer holiday in Finland happens at a lake, with a sauna, a jetty and no plan. A campervan turns that idea into a route. The Finnish Lakeland, the huge web of lakes between Helsinki and the north, is flat enough to drive without stress, quiet enough that you can usually find a pitch, and close enough to Helsinki that you can fly in, collect the van and be at your first lake in under two hours.<\/p>\n<p>We live in Rovaniemi, in Lapland, and the Lakeland is where many Finns spend their summers, so we can give you local context. For the rental side we have read the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/finland-campervan-rental?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-finland-lakeland-campervan-route-savonlinna-kuopio-tampere\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">CampervanPlanet Finland page<\/a> closely, and the facts about prices and pick-up points below come from it, as of November 2026.<\/p>\n<div class=\"htf-tldr\"><div class=\"htf-tldr-label\">Short Answer<\/div><p>CampervanPlanet lists Finland campervans from <strong>\u20ac128 a day<\/strong>, with a typical <strong>\u20ac286 a day in June to August<\/strong>, <strong>\u20ac178 in May and September<\/strong> and <strong>\u20ac157 from November to March<\/strong>. Pick-ups are at Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Tampere, Oulu and Turku airports. The Lakeland Grand Loop is about <strong>1,000 km over 7 to 9 days<\/strong>, on easy two-lane roads. Our reader coupon HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20 takes \u20ac20 off at checkout.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-toc\"><div class=\"htf-toc-label\">In this guide<\/div><ol>\n<li><a href=\"#s1\">Why the Lakeland suits a campervan<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s2\">The Finnish Lakeland Grand Loop in numbers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s3\">Day by day: how we would split it<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s4\">When to go: summer, shoulder season and winter<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s5\">Where to pick up and what it costs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s6\">Practical tips for the road<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<!-- HTF-CVP-V1 -->\n<div style=\"margin:8px 0 28px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#C8A45A 0%,#b8944a 100%);border-radius:14px;padding:18px 22px;color:#fff;\"><div style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:14px;justify-content:space-between;\"><div style=\"font-size:15px;line-height:1.5;min-width:220px;flex:1;\">\ud83d\ude90 <strong>Planning this trip by campervan?<\/strong> Get <strong>\u20ac20 off<\/strong> your rental in Finland with our code <span style=\"background:rgba(255,255,255,.22);border-radius:6px;padding:2px 8px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:.5px;\">HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20<\/span><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/finland-campervan-rental?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-finland-lakeland-campervan-route-savonlinna-kuopio-tampere\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" style=\"background:#1A1917;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;font-weight:700;font-size:14px;padding:12px 20px;border-radius:10px;white-space:nowrap;\">Compare campervans \u2192<\/a><\/div><div style=\"font-size:11px;opacity:.85;margin-top:10px;\">If you book through our links we may earn a commission, at no extra cost to you \u2014 it keeps this blog on the road.<\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"s1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_Lakeland_suits_a_campervan\"><\/span>Why the Lakeland suits a campervan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Finland is a very easy country to drive in. Roads are well surfaced, signage is clear, traffic is light outside Helsinki and there are no road tolls on the loop we describe. You drive on the right and distances are manageable. The Lakeland also has a lot of lakeside camping, from big family campsites with saunas to quiet places run by a local family.<\/p>\n<p>Then there is the right to roam, called jokamiehenoikeus. In principle it lets you walk, ski and camp for a night or two in the countryside without asking permission, as long as you stay away from homes and leave no trace, but it does not apply to driving off-road or parking a campervan wherever you like. For a campervan, the sensible plan is to use campsites and guest harbours most nights and check the current rules before stopping elsewhere.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Finnish_Lakeland_Grand_Loop_in_numbers\"><\/span>The Finnish Lakeland Grand Loop in numbers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CampervanPlanet describes a full circuit through the heart of the Lakeland starting and ending in Helsinki. It is about 1,000 km, takes 7 to 9 days, is rated easy and suitable for a two-wheel-drive vehicle, and is best in June and September. The route runs Helsinki, Lahti, Mikkeli, Savonlinna, Kuopio, Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4 and Tampere, then back to Helsinki.<\/p>\n<p>That is a good number of kilometres for a week, but remember how little of it is motorway. Most days are two to three hours of driving, which leaves time for a swim, a sauna and a long dinner. Plan shorter days than you think. The temptation in a country this empty is to cover too much, and the Lakeland rewards doing the opposite.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"margin:26px 0;text-align:center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17151\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3.jpg\" alt=\"Campervan parked by a lake\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:6px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-1320x743.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-3-600x338.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption style=\"font-size:12px;color:#6b6b6b;margin-top:6px;\">Photo: Elgaard, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"s3\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_by_day_how_we_would_split_it\"><\/span>Day by day: how we would split it<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Days 1\u20132, Helsinki to Lahti and Mikkeli:<\/strong> pick up the van, stock up at a supermarket on the way out, and aim for a lakeside campsite near Mikkeli by the first evening. Lahti is worth a short stop for the ski jumps and Lake Vesij\u00e4rvi.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Days 3\u20134, Savonlinna:<\/strong> the medieval Olavinlinna castle sits on an island in Lake Saimaa and is the centrepiece of the town. In July it hosts an opera festival, so book campsites and tickets early if you are travelling then.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Days 5\u20136, Kuopio:<\/strong> follow the shores of Lake Saimaa north to Kuopio, a lively lake city with a famous harbour market and the Puijo tower. Take a boat trip on the lake if the weather is kind.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Day 7, Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4:<\/strong> a university town with architecture by Alvar Aalto and a lot of caf\u00e9s. Good for a rest day.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Days 8\u20139, Tampere and back to Helsinki:<\/strong> Tampere sits between two lakes and has an industrial-heritage centre, saunas by the water and a strong food scene. From there it is under two hours back to Helsinki airport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can cut it to a long weekend by doing only the Helsinki to Savonlinna part, or stretch it with extra nights at lakes you like. For more ideas around the capital, our <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/finland\/helsinki-campervan-rental-lakeland-archipelago-lapland\/\">Helsinki campervan rental guide<\/a> covers the archipelago and the road north.<\/p>\n<!-- HTF-CVP-V1 -->\n<div style=\"margin:26px 0;border:1px solid #E5E3DE;border-left:4px solid #C8A45A;border-radius:10px;padding:16px 20px;background:#F8F7F4;\"><p style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#2C2A26;\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Our campervan tip:<\/strong> prices for the same van vary a lot between rental brands. We compare Finland campervans across 160+ rental companies on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/finland-campervan-rental?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-finland-lakeland-campervan-route-savonlinna-kuopio-tampere\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" style=\"color:#2D5A3D;font-weight:700;\">CampervanPlanet<\/a> \u2014 and code <strong>HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20<\/strong> takes \u20ac20 off your booking.<\/p><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"s4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_go_summer_shoulder_season_and_winter\"><\/span>When to go: summer, shoulder season and winter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to CampervanPlanet&#8217;s November 2026 price index, Finland is cheapest from November to March at a typical \u20ac157 a day, but that is the season of snow and polar night in the north, not a good time for a Lakeland loop. May and September are the best value at about \u20ac178 a day. June to August is the peak at about \u20ac286 a day, with warm bright days of 15 to 22\u00b0C and 18 to 19 hours of daylight.<\/p>\n<p>We would pick June or early September. Midsummer, the weekend around 20 to 26 June, is a special moment, but many Finns head to their cottages and traffic leaves cities, so campsites near the water fill up. July is warm and lively, but mosquitoes can be a nuisance near still water, so bring repellent and a net for the doors. September brings the autumn colours that we call ruska, cooler weather and far quieter roads.<\/p>\n<p>Spring and autumn nights are cold, and the sea and lakes stay cold into June. Check what heating the van has, because it is much more useful here than air conditioning would be. Winter tyres are required on Finnish roads in winter, and rental vans in that season are normally equipped, but confirm it when you book.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"s5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_pick_up_and_what_it_costs\"><\/span>Where to pick up and what it costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CampervanPlanet lists five depots in Finland: Helsinki Airport, Rovaniemi Airport, Tampere Airport, Oulu Airport and Turku Airport. For the Lakeland loop, Helsinki is the natural start and finish. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/helsinki-campervan-rental?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-finland-lakeland-campervan-route-savonlinna-kuopio-tampere\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Helsinki campervan page<\/a> shows what is bookable for your dates.<\/p>\n<p>Do not judge the trip by the &#8220;from \u20ac128&#8221; headline. That is the cheapest offer across the year, and in high summer typical prices are much higher. A week in July can easily cost more than a week in September for the same kind of van, so if your dates are flexible, a shoulder-season week saves real money. Our own <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/finland\/campervan-rental-finland-cost\/\">Finland campervan cost guide<\/a> walks through the extras, including fuel, ferries, campsite fees and food.<\/p>\n<p>Compare more than one brand. A site such as CampervanPlanet lets you compare many rental companies for the same dates, and our reader coupon HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20 takes \u20ac20 off at checkout. Read the terms for kilometres, one-way drops, deposits and insurance excess before you book, and if you want the basics, our <a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/campervan-rental\/\">campervan rental guide<\/a> explains them.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"margin:26px 0;text-align:center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1195\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17150\" src=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-2.jpg\" alt=\"Motorhome on a quiet road\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:6px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-2.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-2-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-2-1024x637.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-2-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-2-1536x956.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-2-1320x822.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/htf-cvp-campervan-2-600x373.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption style=\"font-size:12px;color:#6b6b6b;margin-top:6px;\">Photo: Harvey Bold, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"s6\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_tips_for_the_road\"><\/span>Practical tips for the road<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Buy groceries at the big supermarkets (K-Market, S-Market and Lidl are the usual names) before you leave a town, because villages in the Lakeland may have only a small shop. Fuel up in towns too, since stations can be sparse on quiet roads. Mobile coverage is good almost everywhere, which makes navigation easy.<\/p>\n<p>Saunas are part of the point. Many campsites have a shared sauna, and some have lakeside ones you can book. Swim afterwards if the water is warm enough, and follow the local rule of never swimming alone in cold water. Pack a reusable water bottle, because tap water in Finland is excellent.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, keep a loose plan. The roads are quiet, the days are long in summer and there are always more lakes than you can use.<\/p>\n<!-- HTF-CVP-V1 -->\n<div style=\"margin:34px 0;background:linear-gradient(150deg,#2D5A3D 0%,#1a3d28 100%);border-radius:16px;padding:30px 28px;color:#fff;text-align:center;\"><div style=\"font-size:12px;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#E8D5A0;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:8px;\">Ready for the open road?<\/div><h3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:24px;color:#fff;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_your_Finland_campervan\"><\/span>Book your Finland campervan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p style=\"margin:0 auto 18px;max-width:520px;font-size:14.5px;line-height:1.6;color:rgba(255,255,255,.85);\">Compare prices across 160+ campervan and motorhome rental brands, get a free 1GB eSIM with every booking \u2014 and <strong>\u20ac20 off with code HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20<\/strong>.<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.campervanplanet.com\/finland-campervan-rental?currency=EUR&#038;sid=joonaheinone&#038;utm_source=joonaheinone&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_content=blog-finland-lakeland-campervan-route-savonlinna-kuopio-tampere\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#C8A45A;color:#1A1917;text-decoration:none;font-weight:800;font-size:15px;padding:14px 30px;border-radius:12px;\">Check prices &amp; availability \u2192<\/a><div style=\"font-size:11px;color:rgba(255,255,255,.6);margin-top:12px;\">Affiliate link \u2014 same price for you, small commission for us.<\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"faq\" style=\"padding-left:0;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<details><summary>How long does the Finnish Lakeland loop take by campervan?<\/summary>\n<p>CampervanPlanet describes the Lakeland Grand Loop as 7 to 9 days and about 1,000 km, starting and ending in Helsinki, with easy two-wheel-drive roads.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>How much does a campervan cost in Finland?<\/summary>\n<p>CampervanPlanet&#8217;s November 2026 index shows a typical \u20ac286 a day in June to August, \u20ac178 in May and September, and \u20ac157 from November to March. The cheapest offer starts from \u20ac128 a day.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>Where can I pick up a campervan in Finland?<\/summary>\n<p>CampervanPlanet lists Helsinki Airport, Rovaniemi Airport, Tampere Airport, Oulu Airport and Turku Airport.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>Can I wild camp in Finland in a campervan?<\/summary>\n<p>Finland&#8217;s right to roam covers walking and camping in a tent for a night or two, but it does not let you park a campervan anywhere. Check the current rules for the area and use campsites for most nights.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>Is there a discount code for CampervanPlanet?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes, our reader coupon HUNGRYTRAVELFAMILY20 takes \u20ac20 off your booking at checkout on CampervanPlanet.<\/p><\/details>\n<details><summary>When is the best time for a Lakeland campervan trip?<\/summary>\n<p>June and September are the best in our view: June for long light evenings and warm weather, September for autumn colours, fewer visitors and lower prices.<\/p><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-author\"><div class=\"htf-author-avatar\">J&amp;A<\/div><div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Joona_Alla\"><\/span>Joona &amp; Alla<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A Finnish-Ukrainian couple living in Rovaniemi, Finland. Joona is a marketing professional in Lapland tourism; Alla is an AI Engineer. Together we&#8217;ve visited 25 countries and share honest, locally-grounded travel writing from our home in the Arctic.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/hungrytravelfamily.com\/blog\/our-story\/\">Read our full story &#8594;<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/article>\n<!-- SIDEBAR -->\n<aside class=\"htf-sidebar\">\n<div class=\"htf-sidebar-toc\"><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contents\"><\/span>Contents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><ol>\n<li><a href=\"#s1\">Why the Lakeland suits a campervan<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s2\">The Finnish Lakeland Grand Loop in numbers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s3\">Day by day: how we would split it<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s4\">When to go: summer, shoulder season and winter<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s5\">Where to pick up and what it costs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s6\">Practical tips for the road<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<div class=\"htf-sidebar-work\"><h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" 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