Things to do in Finland
Aurora Borealis Tour Rovaniemi14 optionsLapland Northern Lights Tour17 optionsHelsinki City Tour17 optionsHusky Tour Rovaniemi7 optionsHelsinki Airport Transfer17 optionsHelsinki Walking Tour27 optionsSnowmobile Safari Rovaniemi21 optionsReindeer Safari Rovaniemi27 optionsFrozen Waterfalls Rovaniemi6 optionsRovaniemi Airport Transfer5 optionsFood Tour Helsinki6 options
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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Pickup & RefundYou’ll join a small group in Rovaniemi with a local guide who knows exactly where to hunt for Northern Lights—even if it means driving deep into Lapland for hours. Expect real warmth (hand warmers included), honest stories, and an actual aurora guarantee: no lights means your ticket is refunded. You’ll stand under silent skies waiting for that first green shimmer—and maybe find yourself thinking about it long after you’re home.
Rovaniemi: Husky, Reindeer & Snowmobile Tour with PickupYou’ll drive a snowmobile through Arctic forests near Rovaniemi, meet reindeer herders and try steering your own sledge (license included!), then feel the rush of an Alaskan husky sleigh ride. With warm gear provided and hot berry juice by the fire, it’s an Arctic day you’ll remember long after you leave Finland.
Rovaniemi: Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hike & Pro PhotosYou hike into Korouoma Canyon with a professional photographer-guide who stops at the best angles for frozen waterfalls and Arctic scenery. The day includes a light lunch cooked over a campfire at the canyon floor, edited photos from the experience, warm gear rental, and hotel pickup and drop-off. Small groups and a moderate fitness level are what make this work.Is it for me?Book this if you want the frozen waterfalls and Arctic landscape without arranging transport, gear, or figuring out where to stand for the best light—the photographer-guide handles all three, and the small group size is what makes that possible.
Rovaniemi: Drive Your Own Husky Team & Lapland BBQYou’ll meet energetic huskies on a secluded farm near Rovaniemi before steering your own team through Lapland’s autumn forests on a self-driven cart safari. Afterward, spend time with the dogs and warm up by an open fire with hot drinks and a traditional barbecue—leaving you with muddy boots, full stomach, and memories that linger longer than you’d expect.
Helsinki Airport to City: Private Transfer with Local GuideYou’ll be met at Helsinki Airport by a local driver who’ll help with your bags and share stories about the city as you ride in comfort to your hotel. Enjoy complimentary WiFi and bottled water along the way. Relax knowing your flight is tracked for delays — just settle in and watch Finland roll by outside.
Lake Inari northern lights tour with reindeer & dinnerYou’ll travel by snowmobile-pulled sleigh from Ivalo into Lapland’s wild silence, meet local reindeer on an island, sip hot berry juice by a campfire, and share dinner in a traditional teepee—all with a local guide who knows every story behind these woods. If you’re lucky, you’ll catch those northern lights dancing overhead—something you’ll remember long after you leave.
Porkkalanniemi Peninsula Coastal Hike with CampfireA guided tour of Porkkalanniemi Peninsula near Helsinki combines a scenic drive from the city with a 5km easy hike through mixed woodland and coastal terrain, stopping at a fireplace spot for Finnish campfire snacks and berry juice. The tour runs 5 to 6 hours total, including transport, and is led by an English-speaking guide who handles park entry and the route. Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with cardiovascular concerns.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to explore Finland's coast and forest without arranging transport or navigation yourself—the drive, the route and the park entry are handled, leaving you to focus on the walk and the views.
Tallinn Old Town Tour from Helsinki: Ferry, Local Guide & TransfersYou’ll cross the Baltic Sea by ferry from Helsinki with hotel pickup included, meet your local guide at Tallinn port, and wander medieval streets together. Expect stories at Toompea Castle, photo stops by Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, plus free time for cafés or quiet corners before heading back — it’s more personal than you might expect.
Ice Floating Helsinki: Stay Warm & Dry in Cold WaterYou arrive in regular seasonal clothes and get fitted into a heated survival suit that keeps you completely dry while floating in Helsinki's open water or winter ice. A licensed guide teaches you rescue techniques, ice behavior, and the science behind cold water safety—all while you're actually in the water. The whole experience is paced around natural conditions, not a schedule, so what you do depends on the season and what the water offers that day.Is it for me?Right for travelers curious about cold water safety and ice bathing without the shock—the survival suit removes the cold from the equation, so you can focus on learning and floating. Plan for natural conditions: the location and focus shift with the season and weather, which is what keeps the experience real and safe.
Lapland Northern Lights Hunting Tour with Guide: 90% success rateHunt for Northern Lights in Lapland with hotel pickup from Kemi or Haparanda-Tornio, a live guide in English or Finnish, and instruction in how to find and photograph the Auroras yourself. The operator uses Aurora forecasting apps and real-time sky conditions to choose your starting time and location, and offers a half refund if the sky stays closed. Over 90% of groups catch the Auroras during their visit.Is it for me?Choose The Hunt if you want a smaller group and more personalized attention from the guide; choose The Chase if you prefer a larger shared group. Both options include the same pickup, instruction and Aurora-forecasting expertise—the difference is the group size and the pace of the experience.
Rovaniemi: Reindeer Sleigh Ride & Farm ExperienceYou get picked up from your Rovaniemi hotel, ride a reindeer sleigh through forest, spend time at the working farm, and return with a souvenir driver's license and warm juice in your hands. The whole experience takes a few hours, with timing that shifts by season—check the provider's email for your exact departure.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Rovaniemi who want to experience Lapland's reindeer culture without arranging their own transport—the pickup is included, and the farm handles everything once you arrive. The ride is short and peaceful, which is exactly what makes it work for families with young kids and anyone who prefers a calm pace over a long day out.
Rovaniemi: Full Day Snowmobile Safari & Wilderness LunchYou’ll head deep into Lapland’s snowy forests on a full day snowmobile safari from Rovaniemi, guided by a local who knows every twist of the trail. Expect untouched powder, animal tracks in the woods, a campfire lunch with smoky soup, and hours exploring places most tours skip. It’s quiet out there — in a way that sticks with you long after you thaw out.
Lapland Santa Claus Village: Snowmobile safari with guideYou’ll suit up in warm winter gear before riding your own snowmobile through Lapland’s snowy forests near Santa Claus Village, following a local guide who knows every twist of the trail. There’s time for photos and swapping drivers halfway through, plus all equipment is included—just bring your sense of adventure and maybe an extra pair of socks for good luck.
Snowmobile Safari Arctic Wilderness: Drive Your OwnA snowmobile safari in Lapland where you drive your own machine through Arctic wilderness trails under guide supervision, with thermal overalls, boots, helmet and balaclava provided. You choose between sharing a snowmobile with another rider (switching at the break) or riding solo; children under 140cm travel in a sled towed by the guide. Pickup from selected locations is included, as are hot drinks and safety instruction before you ride.Is it for me?Book the shared snowmobile if you don't have a driving license or want to ride as a passenger; choose solo driving only if you hold a valid license and want to operate the machine yourself.
Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Snowmobile Safari & CampfireYou get picked up in Rovaniemi, suited up in full winter gear, and ride a snowmobile into the unlit Arctic wilderness for several hours, stopping at a campfire for hot drinks while you watch for the Northern Lights. The guide handles navigation and timing; you handle the waiting and the cold. Lights aren't guaranteed, but the ride and the landscape are.Is it for me?Book this if you want to ride into the Arctic wilderness at night and have a real chance at seeing the Northern Lights without arranging your own transport or gear — the late timing and remote location are what make the darkness deep enough for the aurora to show.
Private Tallinn day trip from Helsinki: Ferry, guide & castleA private day trip from Helsinki to Tallinn combines ferry passage, hotel pickup and a three-hour guided city tour of Estonia's capital, including Toompea Castle, the UNESCO-listed Old Town, and Kadriorg Park. Your driver collects you from your hotel, takes you to the ferry terminal, and meets you again in Tallinn with a sign; the English-speaking guide leads the walking portion through the medieval quarter and shows you the city hall, guild houses from the 1400s, and the Aleksander Nevsky Cathedral before you return by ferry and get dropped at your hotel around 10pm.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in a Helsinki hotel without a car and want the ferry, the guide and all the transfers arranged—your driver picks you up, handles the terminal logistics, and meets you in Tallinn so you step off the boat straight into the tour.
Snowmobile and Husky Sleigh Ride in LaplandA snowmobile and husky sleigh tour in Lapland combines two separate rides in one afternoon: an approximately one-hour snowmobile run through snowy landscape, followed by a guided husky sleigh ride at a local farm. The tour runs 4.5 hours total, includes winter clothing, an English-speaking guide, and pickup from your hotel or the operator's office. Drivers must carry a valid license and be at least 18; children under 12 ride with a paying adult.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to try two different winter activities in one afternoon without arranging transport or equipment yourself. The guide handles the snowmobile route and the husky farm logistics, so you show up with your license and step into both experiences back-to-back.
Korouoma Frozen Waterfalls Hiking Tour: 130m Canyon TrekKorouoma Frozen Waterfalls hiking tour is a 6-hour trek through a natural reserve canyon in Finland where you descend up to 130 meters into a gorge to see three frozen waterfalls, navigate challenging terrain with a live guide, and finish with traditional Lappish BBQ and hot drinks. The guide speaks English or Russian and pickup is included. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.Is it for me?Book this if you want a small-group hike with a guide who knows the terrain and handles the logistics—the 130-meter descent into the canyon is steep and the frozen waterfalls are the payoff, so the guide's route-finding and pacing matter. Suitable for all fitness levels, but the canyon descent itself is the defining physical challenge of the day.
Full Day Snowmobile Safari in Lapland: Drive 4-5 HoursA full-day snowmobile ride in Lapland where you drive your own machine through Arctic forest for approximately 4–5 hours, with an English-speaking guide, winter equipment, hotel pickup from Rovaniemi city center, and a campfire BBQ with hot blueberry juice. Drivers must hold a valid license and be at least 18 years old; children under 12 travel in a guide-led sledge.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, so you can follow the route and the commentary without translation. If you speak another language fluently, request French, Italian, Spanish or Chinese when you book and the operator will arrange it.
Saariselkä Snowmobile Safari: Arctic Tundra & Forest TrailsYou ride a snowmobile across Saariselkä's Arctic forests and open fells for 1.5 to 2 hours with a guide, stopping halfway to warm by an open fire with hot drinks and snacks. The tour includes all winter gear, helmet, insurance, and transport, so you arrive ready to ride and leave without arranging anything else.Is it for me?Book this if you want to ride across genuine Arctic landscape without arranging your own snowmobile, gear, or route—the 1.5 to 2 hour duration fits a half-day schedule and the fire break breaks up the cold.
