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Terrell_S, Sep 2026
Excellent Tour!
Wonderful way to spend a few hours in Helsinki! Our Irish tour guide, Ed, was incredible! Articulate, passionate, interesting and, at times, humorous, he presented a beautiful picture of his adopted country. Ed shared a wealth of information in a concise, organized easy- to-understand format. One of the best tours, of this kind, that I have ever taken!
Nicholas_D, Sep 2026
Great day tour from the city
We had a fantastic day tour from start to finish! Our guide, Darius was incredibly knowledgeable and shared a wealth of information about the area's history, culture, and landmarks, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The city itself was clean, charming, and absolutely adorable. Hotel pickup was seamless, and the drive was comfortable and easy. Everything was well organized, and we left feeling like we had truly gotten to know the city. Highly recommend!
Hiral_P, Sep 2026
Fabulous
Sointu was absolutely fabulous, from carrying all our lunch items, to telling us about the trees, moss, lichen, mushrooms, folklore etc, to the pleasant car journey to and back! We had such an amazing time walking through the forest and thanks to Marina, a fellow traveller, found so many different varieties of mushrooms, including porcini and chanterelles. The lunch was fantastic and the rain didn't ruin the experience. Highly recommend! Although it was disappointing we didn't collect enough mushrooms to cook
Natalie_L, Sep 2026
This was soooo fun! We...
This was soooo fun! We were only in Helsinki for four days but we really wanted to get out into nature but with guidance and had no interest in traveling with a large group. Our tour guide Lydia was lovely. There were five of us in the tour total. We drove to an amazing location, the hike was not hard but not easy if you cannot navigate uneven ground. The lunch was spectacular and the views were stunning. I would do it again and highly recommend as a way to also learn a bit more of Finland’s history.
Diana_M, Aug 2026
We were on a cruise and...
We were on a cruise and Darius picked us up at the port and then dropped us off in Helsinki afterwards. We really enjoyed our tour to Porvoo. The town was beautiful and it was good to see areas outside of the city. The best part of the day though was our guide, Darius. He provided so much information on Finnish culture and did it in a fun an engaging way. Highly recommend this tour!
Georganne_M, Aug 2026
It’s a “must do” activity!
It’s absolutely true that a Finnish smoke sauna is a wonderful experience. Mari, our guide, did a fantastic job of explaining history and culture to us throughout our lovely national park hike as well as the sauna and lake experience. Don’t be afraid of the lake! I highly recommend this tour.
Anonymous, Jul 2026
Great Day with Nature.
Mikhail was a great guide. The national park was beautiful but a bit strenuous in parts. I'm 78 and managed it ok though. Mikhail was very patient and included some rest stops in the more difficult areas.
Eating the wild blueberries, raspberries and strawberries was an added bonus. Mikhail also pointed out the different mushrooms including the Death Cap ones. The only wildlife we saw were some tiny frogs although there are brown bears in the park.
Akshay_K, Jul 2026
Good day trip to see a beautiful old town!
The ferry is a very unique experience if you haven't been on a huge cruise liner before, but it gets boring after a while so bring something to keep you occupied for the entire duration (5h to and fro). Once we were in Tallinn, our guide Sergei was extremely knowledgeable, jovial and in general, made the 2 hour walking tour a very enjoyable and engaging experience. We had free time from 2:30 PM to 4:55 PM. If you are quick to have lunch and get some souvenirs, you will still have over an hour available which you will need to kill some way. Be prepared.
Heather_E, Jul 2026
City high points, history and waterfront scenery all in one trip
We had a great guide, Rachel, who had plenty to tell, and she also was pleased to get questions. The city tour gives a good sense of where you might want to return for a closer look. The Sibelius monument is wonderful, and we had enough time to enjoy it and take some pics. We were able to stroll the market, get some lunch (delicious salmon soup is available), and have a nice scenic ferry ride over to Suomenlinna. There is a lot of walking and hills there, so be aware. The weather changes quickly, so having an umbrella or light rain gear is recommended.
Suzanne_S, Jun 2026
Tour guide made the tour!
This tour had all the components of “oh no” for Daniela. Six people but two different languages and one couple who got lost and arrived late. Being a holiday, their late arrival meant not just missing the planned bus but an hour delay because the next bus didn’t have enough seats left and then closures in Provo due to Midsumner holiday. She was calm and turned the wait into a unique extra tour of the buildings around the shopping area adding to our knowledge and insight of Helsinki. The operator was also quick to compensate for delay without bringing asked. Great customer service. The tour in Provo was wonderful - sites, pace, stories, time for pictures and local treat. Paula who was in training also deserves high marks - they were an exceptional team. We appreciated the quick thinking and calm approach to a difficult start and feel like we actually got a bonus treat from it. Definitely recommend and hope you get one if our great guides.
Sally_E, Jun 2026
Great forest hike
It was wonderful to get out of the city and into the countryside and national forest. Our guide led us on an easy path through the forest with frequent stops to explain the plants and geology. She provided a delicious hot traditional soup for lunch. The forest and lakes were breathtaking. We definitely enjoyed this outing.
Michelle_R, Jun 2026
Beautiful Porvoo - Worth a Visit!
This was a fun visit to the beautiful town of Porvoo. Our guide, Alex, gave us some interesting info about Helsinki as we headed out of the city in addition to the interesting history of Porvoo as we traversed through the quaint town. There is a lot of walking, much of it on cobblestoned roads. Wear sturdy shoes!
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Because Finland's charming capital city enjoys a prime location along the country's southern coast, day trips from Helsinki promise an array of experiences rife with history, culture, and natural beauty. Popular day trip options include Suomenlinna island, the picturesque Old Town of Porvoo, and the historic former capital, Turku. For those eager to explore beyond Finland, a ferry journey across the Gulf of Finland leads to Estonia's vibrant capital, Tallinn, where guided tours await.
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