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This is a luxurious alternative to crowded group tours that helps you save time and get a more personalized service. Set off in a private vehicle with a driver to take you on a route that helps you understand more about the history of Finland. See a shortlist of key Helsinki landmarks—such as Helsinki Cathedral, Esplanade Park, Uspenski Cathedral, and Sibelius Park—then, visit the picturesque medieval Old Town of Porvoo.

Discover the highlights of Porvoo in half a day with this time-saving private tour from Helsinki. Take a walk through the picturesque Old Town with a guide to accompany you so you don’t get lost. Along the way, hear stories about the city’s history and culture, and receive lots of local tips that you’d miss out on otherwise.

Making your own day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki means organizing ferries and transport in Estonia’s capital, and doing your own homework on the sights. This small-group day trip covers everything: return ferries, guided touring, plus round-trip port transfers at both ends. See Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and more as a guide shares their history, and enjoy free time to stroll and shop before sailing back to Helsinki.

Explore Helsinki and its surroundings in just a few hours on this sightseeing tour by car. With a private guide, discover the main landmarks such as the House of Amber Rock Church, the Helsinki Cathedral, and the Sibelius Monument. Then, drive to the old town of Porvoo for a guided tour of its medieval streets and a visit to the ancient Haikko Manor.

Leave the cumbersome guidebook behind and enjoy a personalized sightseeing experience on this private city tour of Helsinki, led by a professional city planner. Benefit from your guide’s expert knowledge as you take in major sights such as Temppeliaukion Church, Uspenski Cathedral, and Senate Square, and uncover hidden gems you’d be unlikely to find on your own.

Nature lovers will cherish this opportunity to experience the beauty and tranquility of Finland’s Taiga forest. The full-day excursion includes a guided hike through Liesjärvi National Park along with a traditional Finnish lunch with drink and dessert cooked and eaten beside a lake. Hassle-free roundtrip transfer from central Helsinki makes it easy to get out of the city to experience this stunning natural habitat.

Get a fresh perspective on Helsinki on this quirky small-group tour, led by a city planner. Discover bizarre traditions, such as picnicking on graves, famous Finns, such as architect Alvar Aalto, and curios, such as a church built inside a giant granite rock, a statue that seagulls hate, and a 19th-century Bohemian hangout. Leave with an understanding of the city that you won’t get from guidebooks or everyday organized tours.

Get to know Helsinki on this private tour of the Finnish capital, which also includes a visit to the medieval city of Porvoo. See essential landmarks like the Sibelius Monument, Temppeliaukio Rock Church, and Senate Square while learning about Finnish history, culture, and modern life. Your stop in Porvoo offers time to wander cobblestone streets and shop for handicrafts in its atmospheric Old Town. Hotel pickup is included for convenience.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and discover secluded Finnish islands on this boat tour from Helsinki. Traveling by high-speed RIB boat, you’ll cover more ground than you could by ferry. Dock at an island to explore the wild landscapes, enjoy a picnic lunch, and have a peek inside a Finnish sauna.

Combine a comprehensive city tour of Helsinki with a visit to the Seurasaari Open Air Museum on this half-day tour. With a guide in the lead, you'll follow a carefully curated itinerary that hits all of the Finnish capital's top landmarks, accompanied by insightful commentary. Then head to the Seurasaari Open Air Museum (admission included) to learn about the traditional Finnish way of life in centuries past.

Escape the city without the hassle of arranging transport, and explore one of Finland's top natural attractions in the company of a biologist guide who provides depth to your experience. In a small group, travel by commuter train and local bus into the heart of Nuuksio National Park where you embark upon a hike through the hilly landscape, through forest, and past small lakes.

Tallinn is known for its historic landmarks and culture, but is often overlooked by visitors to Helsinki. Travel with ease to Estonia’s capital with hotel pickup, drop-off, and cruise transfer included, with an option of early or late morning departure to suit your schedule. Discover the Danish King's Garden and Toompea Hill, benefiting from the small-group tour size with personalized attention from your professional guide.

Have you ever dreamed of a great English tour? 
Come explore a more interactive side of Helsinki on a walking tour handcrafted by a native English University of Helsinki graduate with a passion for storytelling and history. This high quality tour tour brings Finland’s capital to life What makes this tour different? * Step inside iconic landmarks like the Finnish National Library (Mon–Fri), the award-winning Oodi Library, and the Helsinki City Museum * Hear engaging, theatrical stories about 9,000 years of Finnish culture, from ancient times to the Winter and Continuation Wars, and how it shaped modern Finland * Visit hidden highlights with rich meaning, like the presidential flags, Snellman statue, and real bomb shrapnelstill visible from WWII * Enjoy a sweet stop at the original Fazer Café, where you’ll get a complimentary chocolate treat and a taste of local tradition * Loved by travelers — many guests say it’s the most memorable and insightful tour they’ve taken in Helsinki

This day tour to Porvoo is easy, informative, and chilling that welcomes everyone! Porvoo, the beautiful medieval locates on the south coast of Finland, served as the capital of the former Eastern Uusimaa region. It has its own unique vibrance of culture, history, and humanities. This tour is especially for you if you would like to know more about Finland. In addition to the current capital Helsinki, if time allows, spend a day with us to Porvoo and go deeply into the stories behind the country.

Helsinki is a city of islands and this Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) tour is the perfect way to see the sights. Stay toasty warm whatever the weather with whole-body suits, jackets, lifejackets, and even goggles, as your captain opens up the throttle on the water. See sights including Suomenlinna Fortress, ice breakers, Submarine Vesikko, the Silo 648 light installation, and clothing-optional community sauna Sompasauna.

Avoid tourist traps and discover the best of Helsinki’s dining scene with this tasting tour through the city center. Discover a curated selection of popular eateries and local haunts for an introduction to Finnish cuisine. After plenty of samples, your tour culminates at a rooftop bar for a drink and views over the city.

Explore the rugged coastal beauty of Finland's Porkkalanniemi Peninsula on a guided tour just beyond Helsinki. Enjoy multiple scenic viewpoints and a cozy campfire stop with snacks. Led by a knowledgeable guide, this tour invites you to delve into Finland's natural splendors, offering captivating vistas of the sea and invigorating woodland strolls. Along the way, uncover hidden coves and marvel at dramatic coastal rock formations. After an hour long scenic drive, you will set off to a 5km (3 miles) easy hike on mixed terrain, allowing you to leisurely explore multiple scenic spots along the way. Additionally, there will be a stop at a fireplace spot where you can enjoy some finnish campfire snacks and berry juice amidst the stunning surroundings. Overall we are going to spend 3-3,5 hours in Porkkalanniemi.

Add in another country to your vacation itinerary with this full-day cruise from Helsinki to Tallinn. Perfect for travelers looking to see more of Europe, enjoy a luxury experience as you relax in the business lounge on the cruise ship, featuring a buffet of hot and cold dishes, an open bar, priority boarding, and premium Wi-Fi. Also included in your package is a guided tour of Tallinn's UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, which provides an overview of the city's highlights.

Experience the pleasure of foraging for your own sweet berries in Finland’s boreal forest. This small-group excursion from Helsinki will take you into Liesjärvi National Park, where your guide will show you how to forage for wild Finnish foods such as blueberries, lingonberries, or strawberries. You’ll also enjoy a Finnish-style lunch cooked over a lakeside campfire.

Discover the medieval charm and modern culture of Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, on a private day trip from Helsinki. Travel in comfort with VIP car transfers in both cities, return ferry tickets, and a 3-hour private guided tour of Tallinn by car and on foot. Try the extensive dinner buffet on the ferry while soaking up the incredible views of the Baltic Sea! Highlights: Private day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki Fast & comfortable ferry (2 hours each way) VIP car transfers in Helsinki & Tallinn included 3-hour private guided tour of Tallinn (walking & by car) Explore Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and vibrant districts beyond the city walls Comfortable shoes recommended Private service — only your group will participate Step into a fairytale city just across the Gulf of Finland — history, culture, and charm await in Tallinn.

A layover doesn’t have to mean wasted time at the airport; instead, make every second count by booking this Helsinki layover tour. To save time figuring out public transport, a guide meets you at the airport and accompanies you by train to the city center. Then, enjoy a walking tour to see the city’s best bits, such as the Old Market Hall, Esplanadi Park, Uspenski Cathedral, and Senate Square.

Those who are pressed for time will appreciate this quick sightseeing tour of Helsinki’s highlights. Join a small group and walk from the Uspenski Cathedral, past Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square, to the Temppeliaukion Church in your choice of an hour or an hour and a half tour. While you explore, your guide provides information on the history of the city.

Get to know Helsinki on a private walking tour with a guide to give background and context you might miss if alone. Stroll around squares, churches, architecture, and parks; and gain insight into Finnish life and culture as your guide shares tales you’d probably never hear by yourself. Plus, enjoy flexibility with your departure time: helping you to match your tour to your vacation schedule.

When visiting Helsinki, there are a lot of interesting landmarks to see in its center. Instead of spending hours reading a guidebook, make the most of your time and explore Helsinki with a private guide to show you around. Along the way, hear stories about local history and culture, and tick off Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, and Temppeliaukio Church.