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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Lapland snowshoeing hike: Winter fitness in fresh snowA three-hour snowshoeing hike in Lapland with an English-speaking guide, winter clothing, snowshoes and snacks included. Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation within 15km of Rovaniemi city center are arranged; the tour departs between 9am and 3pm depending on season and availability. Suitable for all fitness levels, and children under 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.Is it for me?Most winter tours in Lapland are either short walks or full-day expeditions. This one fills the gap: three hours of real movement through snow-covered terrain, with all the gear and transport arranged so you can step out of your hotel and into the forest without planning or buying anything extra.
Pyhä: Husky Safari & Farm Tour with Berry Juice & PhotosYou’ll race through snowy woods behind a team of eager huskies near Pyhä, then warm up with hot berry juice in a cozy hut while hearing stories from local guides. There’s plenty of time to meet every dog, take photos (no limits), and just soak up that feeling of being somewhere truly different.
Lake Inari Snowmobile Tour & Reindeer Visit with LunchYou’ll ride snowmobiles across Lake Inari with a small group and local guides, visit a family’s island home to meet and feed their reindeers, and share homemade lunch by an open fire in a traditional teepee. Expect real conversation, warm berry juice, and moments of Lapland silence you’ll remember long after the trip.
Lapland Glass Igloo Dinner: Private Aurora Night & Local CuisineYou’ll travel from Rovaniemi into snowy Lapland forest for dinner in a heated glass igloo by a frozen lake. Enjoy local dishes cooked over open fire while watching for Northern Lights overhead. Includes private pickup and return transport, snacks and drinks, plus stories from your Finnish hosts — all wrapped in warmth and quiet you won’t forget.
Ice Karting in Rovaniemi with Transfers & Local GuideYou’ll feel your pulse race as you drift around icy corners on a real Arctic karting track near Rovaniemi. With all winter gear provided and transfers included, you’ll get expert tips from local guides and plenty of time behind the wheel — plus those little moments of laughter and adrenaline you’ll remember long after you leave Lapland.
Lapland wilderness: Guided hike & photography tourYou’ll hike through Lapland’s snowy forests with a local guide who knows every track and tree. Warm up with hot drinks mid-hike and get tips on capturing nature’s details with your camera. With hotel pickup included and edited photos sent after, this is one Arctic adventure you’ll remember long after your boots dry out.
Helsinki: Private Alpaca Forest Walk & Feeding with PickupYou’ll feed friendly alpacas by hand near Helsinki, then take your own on a slow forest walk with a local guide who shares stories along the way. Expect gentle animals, lots of laughs (and probably a few photos), plus private pickup so you don’t have to worry about transport. It’s simple joy — you might find yourself grinning for no reason.
Ice Fishing in Rovaniemi: Small Group, Frozen LakeIce fishing on a frozen lake near Rovaniemi puts you on the ice with a professional guide who teaches you to drill a hole and fish, then prepares a fire on the shore with hot drinks and snacks while you wait for bites. Groups stay under eight people, and if you catch a fish of decent size, your guide cooks it over the fire and adds it to the day. The trip runs three hours and includes all gear, winter clothing if needed, and hotel pickup from accommodations outside the city center.Is it for me?Stand on frozen Lapland ice while your guide handles the fire, gear, and cooking—you just fish and breathe in the silence locals have cherished for generations.
Helsinki - Tallinn: Cruise Day Tour with Private Cabin & BuffetYou’ll cross the Baltic Sea from Helsinki to Tallinn by cruise ship with your own private cabin and local guide waiting at the port. Wander medieval Old Town streets, visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and enjoy an included buffet dinner on your return journey. It’s a day full of small surprises and real moments — not just sights.
Food tour Helsinki: Rooftop bar and market tastingsA food tour of Helsinki led by a local guide through markets, cafés and a hidden chocolaterie, with tastings of salmon, smoked reindeer, artisan bread and handmade chocolate, ending at a rooftop bar overlooking the city. The tour runs 2.5 to 3 hours and includes coffee or tea and your choice of non-alcoholic drinks; private and small group options are both available, and you can request a flexible start time for private bookings.Is it for me?Book the private option if you want to set your own start time and move at your own pace; the small group tour works better if you're traveling solo or want to meet other food-focused travelers and split the cost.
Helsinki & Suomenlinna eco-friendly tram and ferry tourThis five- to six-hour guided tour of Helsinki and Suomenlinna uses public tram and ferry to move between the city's main landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage sea fortress. You start at Central Station, ride the tram past the Olympic Stadium, Sibelius Monument, Senate Square and both Helsinki Cathedrals, take a lunch break, then ferry to Suomenlinna to walk inside the fortress walls before ending at Market Square. The guide speaks English, and all transport tickets and the Suomenlinna ferry are included.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying without a car or near the city center—it starts at Central Station and uses public tram and ferry, so you don't need to arrange separate transport or navigate the city on your own. The fixed route and guide mean the day holds together without you building it.
Riisitunturi: Lapland Photo Hike with Local Guide & LunchYou’ll trek through Riisitunturi’s frozen forests with a local guide who knows every twist in the trail. Expect warm gear, hot drinks by a fire, and real moments captured on camera — plus lunch in the wilds of Lapland. It’s that quiet Arctic feeling you’ll remember long after you leave.
Rovaniemi Snowshoe Trek & Wilderness Survival SkillsYou'll snowshoe through Lapland's forests and frozen rivers, learn fire-making with natural materials, and warm up with campfire snacks. The group caps at eight people, so you move at a pace that lets you actually see the wilderness. Hotel pickup and all winter gear are included, so you show up ready to walk.Is it for me?This works well if you want to walk in Arctic wilderness without arranging your own transport or gear — the pickup and clothing are handled, so you arrive ready to move. The small group size is what makes it feel like a walk with a knowledgeable person rather than a tour.
Hovercraft and ice swimming in Helsinki: Survival suit experienceAn activity in the frozen Helsinki archipelago where you ride a hovercraft or ice-breaking steel boat, swim among ice rafts wearing a survival suit, and finish with campfire lunch on the frozen sea. The experience runs 3.5 hours and includes all equipment, the guide, pickup from Helsinki city or the airport, and coffee or tea. Children from age 6 are welcome; it suits anyone with basic fitness, though it is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with cardiovascular concerns.Is it for me?Reach the frozen archipelago in a single afternoon from Helsinki—the hovercraft cuts through ice to empty waters where you'll walk on the sea and float among ice rafts in a survival suit.
Rovaniemi: Reindeer Sleigh Ride & Arctic Farm with PickupYou arrive at a working reindeer farm near Rovaniemi, meet the herds, then lie back in a traditional sleigh for a 2.5km ride through snowy forest while the musher guides the reindeer. Afterward, you warm up indoors with hot drinks and stories about Sámi culture and Arctic life. Hotel pickup is included, and thermal overalls and boots are provided. Plan for about three hours total, including travel time and gear changes.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want an authentic Arctic experience without arranging transport or cold-weather gear themselves. The 40-to-50-minute sled ride is peaceful rather than thrilling, so it suits people looking for a quiet moment in the landscape, not an adrenaline activity.
Lapland Husky Safari: 30-Min Sled Ride & Finnish SaunaYou drive a husky sled for thirty minutes through the Lapland forest with a passenger alongside, then return to a traditional kota shelter for hot coffee or tea. Optional add-ons include a restaurant meal, wood-fired sauna with hot tub, or guided walks in the snow. Transfer from nearby airports and train stations is available at a fixed price, and the whole experience is built around small groups and flexible timing.Is it for me?Good for travelers who want to drive a dog sled without arranging their own transport or equipment — the farm handles the dogs, the route, and the logistics, leaving you to focus on the ride and the snow.
Rovaniemi: Ice Fishing & Arctic Campfire with PickupYou walk into the Arctic forest, drill through lake ice with your guide's help, fish while the landscape stays silent around you, then gather at a campfire to eat grilled salmon and sausages cooked in the snow. Hotel pickup and all winter gear are included, and the guide handles the technical work—you just show up ready to sit still and eat well.Is it for me?Book this if you want to try ice fishing without owning gear or arranging transport—the guide handles the technical work and the campfire meal turns a quiet afternoon into something you'll think about for months.
Tallinn from Helsinki: Guided Old Town Tour with FerryYou’ll step off the ferry into Tallinn’s medieval heart with a local guide leading you through cobbled streets, grand cathedrals, and castle views. With hotel pickup in Helsinki and time to explore cafés or shops on your own after the tour, you’ll catch small moments—like laughter over mispronounced names or quiet corners in centuries-old pharmacies—that linger long after you’re back across the Gulf.
Lapland Northern Lights: Photography & Fireplace WarmthYou arrive at a heated cabin 100 meters above the surrounding landscape in Keminmaa, where a professional photographer documents the Northern Lights while you watch from the warmth inside. Drinks, snacks, and transport are included; guides speak English and Finnish. Photos arrive in your email within days, and the site welcomes groups of any size, including families with young children.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Northern Lights without arranging your own transport or worrying about photography equipment — the fixed location, included photographer, and heated shelter mean you show up and wait in comfort while someone else handles the technical side.
Lapland: Reindeer Sledge Safari & Farm Visit with Local HerdersYou ride a reindeer sledge for an hour into the Lapland wilderness, then return to the farm to feed the herd and hear from the herders about reindeer life and their role in the region. An experienced guide handles the whole experience, and the farm accommodates families with young children and visitors with mobility needs.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want an authentic Lapland experience without needing prior sledge experience or extreme fitness — the guide handles everything, and the farm welcomes families with young children and visitors with mobility needs. Plan for two to three hours total, which is what lets you both ride and spend time with the animals on the ground.
