Club Avandra
Helsinki
Helsinki Sanctuary for the Soul: a restorative luxury escape with Marja Putkisto
A three-night Helsinki itinerary that blends movement, culture, design and wellbeing, hosted by Club Avandra and one of Finland’s leading experts in body and movement.
If you are looking for a luxury short break that offers more than just a change of scene, this Helsinki itinerary is a compelling one. Hosted by renowned wellbeing expert Marja Putkisto, this three-night experience combines the calm of Nordic nature with the energy of one of Europe’s most design-conscious capitals.
The result is a trip that feels both uplifting and grounding. You will explore Helsinki through morning walks, outdoor movement, island-hopping adventures, sauna rituals, cultural discoveries and beautifully considered moments of rest. It is the kind of itinerary that leaves you feeling lighter, clearer and genuinely restored.
For travellers who want their holiday to bring back more than photographs, this is a standout escape.
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About Club Avandra
Club Avandra is an exclusive private members’ travel club for women seeking more from the way they travel.
Created for those who want freedom, quality and connection without compromise, Club Avandra offers access to a global community of like-minded women, alongside stories and insight spanning travel, fashion, beauty and lifestyle from trusted voices and tastemakers.
Members unlock a world of bespoke holidays, events and one-off experiences, with a focus on secret spots, under-the-radar destinations and insider addresses that make each trip feel truly special.
Travel Seen is proud to be Club Avandra’s specialist travel partner, bringing these experiences to life through expert planning, curated itineraries and seamless support from enquiry through to travel.
For those not yet ready to join, a carefully curated selection of holidays is also available to browse and book as a non-member, each shaped by the same thoughtful travel expertise.
An exclusive private members’ travel club for women who are done with making compromises.
This Helsinki Sanctuary for the Soul itinerary has been designed to help guests reconnect with themselves while experiencing the city in a more thoughtful way.
Mornings begin with uplifting walks through Helsinki’s varied landscapes, from the historic old town to the coast and archipelago. Alongside these walks are gentle outdoor stretch sessions, setting the tone for days that feel active yet unhurried.
A key part of the experience is the Method Putkisto Body & Face workshop, a 2.5-hour session designed to introduce practical techniques for deep stretching, breathing, posture and overall wellbeing. Guests will also enjoy a private boat tour of the archipelago, an optional sea swim, a guided visit to historic Suomenlinna and time to experience Helsinki’s design, culture and food scene.
Other highlights include vintage browsing and bubbly at Urbani Legenda, natural hydrotherapy in the Baltic Sea, coastal saunas and a curated mix of meals throughout the stay.
Marja Putkisto is one of Finland’s best-known wellbeing experts and the founder of the globally recognised Method Putkisto programme. Splitting her time between London and Finland, she is known for her approach to stretching, strengthening and breathing as foundations for long-term health, beauty and vitality.
Her style is engaging, intelligent and accessible, making the experience feel inspiring rather than intimidating. Guests can expect practical tools they can continue using long after the trip has ended, whether that is to improve posture, reduce stress, sleep better or simply feel more connected to their bodies.
Method Putkisto is a precise movement method focused on deep stretching, strengthening and breathing. Often described as going deeper than Pilates, it is designed to support body alignment, improve balance and ease tension, while also benefiting overall wellbeing.
Included within this itinerary is a Natural Face Clinic element, introducing facial exercises intended to support both aesthetic benefits and mental clarity. It is a holistic approach that feels particularly well suited to a trip centred around rejuvenation and self-care.
Guests stay at Hotel St George, one of Helsinki’s most stylish five-star hotels. Set within a grand 19th-century building in the city centre, it blends art, design and holistic wellbeing in a way that feels entirely in keeping with the spirit of the trip.
The hotel is home to a spa with sauna, steam room, swimming pool, cold plunge and Neurosonic lounge, alongside an impressive collection of contemporary Finnish and Chinese art.
There is also an award-winning bar and an excellent bakery, making it the sort of place you will look forward to returning to after a day out in the city.
For a trip built around balance, it is a fitting base.
This is not a conventional city break and that is exactly its appeal. It is ideal for travellers who enjoy culture, design and beautiful hotels, but who also want their time away to feel restorative. It would suit solo travellers, friends or anyone drawn to the idea of a holiday that combines luxury with genuine wellbeing benefits.
It is especially appealing if you are feeling overstretched, in need of a reset, or simply ready for a different kind of European escape.
The highlights
What’s included
Avandra host
Welcome drink
3 morning walk and outdoor stretch sessions
1 x 2.5 hour Method Putkisto Body & Face workshop
Private boat tour of the archipelago and optional sea swim
Private guided visit to Suomenlinna
Private vintage browsing and bubbly in Urbani Legenda
Natural hydrotherapy in the Baltic Sea
Coastal saunas
Breakfasts, lunches and dinners as specified
Exclusions include international return flights to Helsinki, airport transfers, travel insurance, meals not specified, gratuities and additional activities.
The Travel Seen take
This is a beautifully considered itinerary for anyone who wants more from a luxury break than just a nice hotel and a good dinner reservation. Helsinki already has a quiet coolness about it, but paired with Marja Putkisto’s expertise, the city becomes the setting for something far more restorative.
If you are drawn to slower mornings, thoughtful experiences, good design, sea air and travel that leaves you feeling genuinely replenished, this is one to book.
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