Rallies in Saaremaa
Experience the speed and charm of the Saaremaa Rally
Join us on an unforgettable journey to the Saaremaa Rally, one of the most famous and fast-paced rally events in the Baltics! Saaremaa’s autumn gravel roads, the historic town of Kuressaare, and the unique racing atmosphere make this event an experience that every motorsports fan must experience at least once. The Saaremaa Rally is known for its technical special stages, fast gravel sections, and spectacular spectator areas. Autumn in Saaremaa offers rally guests a unique setting: forests tinged with fall colors, a fresh sea breeze, and fast-paced special stages.
In the evenings, the restaurants of Kuressaare and events at the rally center bring rally fans together to share the day’s highlights. The Saaremaa Rally is an excellent choice for both rally fans and adventure travelers who want to combine speed with local culture. Book your trip to the Saaremaa Rally now and experience a thrilling rally weekend amidst stunning island scenery!
Saaremaa Rallies, October 8–11, 2026:
- We travel in comfort aboard a Matka Mäkelä bus
- A Matka Mäkelä bus and driver will be with you throughout the entire trip
- You can also board the bus at stops along the route by prior arrangement
- For the ferry crossings, we’ll travel in deck seating on Tallink’s fast Shuttle ferries
- You can book a buffet meal for the ferry trips for an additional fee
- Accommodation in standard double rooms
- The ferry company’s fuel surcharges are included in the trip price
- You have the option to choose a room in the women’s or men’s section of the hotel
- Arrangement fees and VAT.
- You’re sure to have great travel companions!
Date
- Oct. 8–11, 2026, Thu–Sun
Trip price
- 505 €/ person / double room
Club Offer – 20 €/person valid until Aug. 2, 2026!
Additional charges
- 26 € per person for buffet meal on the outbound ferry
- 31.50 € per person for buffet meal on the return ferry
- 173 € per person for single room supplement
- Rally ticket available on site
Schedule
Bus schedule for Thursday, October 8
4:45 a.m. Keuruu, bus station
5:15 a.m. Mänttä, Ratakatu stop
6:45 a.m. Tampere, Lahdesjärvi ABC
7:00 a.m. Toijala, ramp
7:35 a.m. Turenki, ramp
7:40 a.m. Linnatuuli
9:30 a.m. Helsinki, West Terminal
Ferry schedule Thu, Oct. 8 / Sun, Oct. 11
Helsinki–Tallinn Oct. 8, 2026, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Megastar
Tallinn–Helsinki Oct. 11, 2026, 4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. | Megastar
Departure date:
- Thursday, October 8, 2026
Reservations:
By September 6, 2026. The trip requires a minimum of 30 participants to take place.
Free cancellation:
Until September 6, 2026!
– 20 EUR CLUB DISCOUNT valid until August 2, 2026! Read more about our club, Club Mäkelä, here! Joining is easy—you can even do it right when you make your reservation.
Preliminary itinerary
Thursday, October 8
We’ll set off early in the morning according to the schedule above. We’ll travel to Tallinn on the fast Tallink Shuttle ferry. From Tallinn, we’ll continue on to Saaremaa and the town of Kuressaare. We’ll arrive at the hotel around 6:00 p.m. The rest of the evening is free to enjoy the hotel and the city.
Friday, October 9 – Saturday, October 10
Mornings begin with a delicious hotel breakfast. The days are yours to enjoy the city and visit the rally’s special stages. As the schedule is finalized, the driver will take those interested to the special stages by bus.
Sunday, October 11
After a tasty hotel breakfast, pack the car and check out of the rooms. We’ll travel to Tallinn, where there will be time to shop at the harbor stores before the ferry departs. Upon arrival in Helsinki, the return trip will follow the same route as the journey here.
Accommodation
Arensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa * * * *
Arensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa is a stylish and atmospheric design hotel on Saaremaa, Estonia, in the charming old town of Kuressaare. Its central location in the heart of Kuressaare makes it the perfect base for exploring the city’s attractions, such as the Castle Park and Kuressaare Castle. Arensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa features a total of approximately 46 comfortable rooms, located in both the historic building and the modern hotel wing. The hotel’s spa area offers relaxation at the end of the day.
Accommodation includes breakfast, access to the sauna and pool area, and free Wi-Fi. The standard rooms in the historic building feature carpeted floors. Room amenities also include a TV, minibar, hairdryer, and telephone.
Other:
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Identification:
You must carry a valid form of identification with you during the trip: a passport or an EU ID card!
