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15 Tours & Day Trips in Finland Worth a Whole Day

284 tours  ·  from $4

Everything with a guide, a sled, a boat or a snowmobile attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Tour with Guaranteed Sightings - How the Aurora Command Center changes the route
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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Tour with Guaranteed Sightings

1.Northern Lights Tour with Guaranteed Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,836 reviews · 8 hours · from $164Our pick

Set out from Rovaniemi in a heated 2025 Ford Tourneo 4x4 with up to seven other people. Your English-speaking guide tracks clouds and solar activity, drives as far as needed, and may cross into Sweden or Norway. Guides such as Matteo, Alexis, Aurore, and Ondrej also take DSLR photos while you wait under the Arctic sky.

“It was a wonderful experience. Our guide, Giuseppe, did such a great job finding a spot where we could witness the incredible natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights. He never gave up — as he said, patience is the key. And he was absolutely right.”

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Rovaniemi: Lapland Northern Lights Tour with BBQ - Leaving the city for a darker forest or lake
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Rovaniemi: Lapland Northern Lights Tour with BBQ

2.Lapland Northern Lights Tour with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,569 reviews · 3 hours · from $81

Meet your English-speaking guide in central Rovaniemi for a three-hour Aurora hunt by forest or lake. Guides such as Oscar, Matthias, and Esther have helped with Aurora facts and photos, while the campfire serves salmon soup, sausages, Lappish bread, blueberry tea, and vegetarian options. Winter overalls and boots are provided.

“The tour guides were so fun to be around, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was amazing. Although we did not manage to see the northern lights, I highly recommend this activity. A big hug to the italian tour guide from Mantova ❤️”

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Rovaniemi: Small-Group Northern Lights Wilderness Tour - What happens at the viewing stops
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Rovaniemi: Small-Group Northern Lights Wilderness Tour

3.Small-Group Northern Lights Wilderness Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,515 reviews · 4 hours · from $136

Leave Rovaniemi for up to three dark-sky locations with an English-speaking Aurora guide. You will learn fire-making, grill sausages and marshmallows, and receive professional photos the next day. Guides such as Nino, Emily, and Patrick are praised for patient weather chasing, though sightings remain entirely dependent on cloud and Aurora conditions.

“It was very good! We got to see the aurora and our guide, Jade, was really sweet. Our experience with this tour was extremely nice!”

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From Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon and Frozen Waterfalls Tour - From Rovaniemi to the canyon entrance
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From Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon and Frozen Waterfalls Tour

4.Korouoma Canyon and Frozen Waterfalls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,489 reviews · 7 hours · from $136

Travel 1.5 hours from Rovaniemi to Korouoma Canyon for a guided 5-kilometer winter hike past cliffs, rapids, and frozen waterfalls. The small group, limited to eight, receives boots and winter clothing, then warms up with grilled sausage, hot drinks, and a campfire snack before returning to the city.

“It was amazing. The canyon is so so beautiful! During the walk you go up and down. We were allowed to use the ice slide twice that was next to the path. Super fun. Despite the -20 degrees, you warm up in no time. At the BBQ you get tea or hot chocolate. In addition, a Finnish sausage with potato bread. Real cozy. The way back after the BBQ was quite tough. It’s only up, so be ready for a steep hike! We didn’t take a lot of breaks, so we went up quite fast. New record. 😮‍💨😂”

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A Finntastic Walking Tour in Helsinki - Market Square, the harbor, and Finnish food
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A Finntastic Walking Tour in Helsinki

5.A Finntastic Walking Tour in Helsinki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 700 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $24Top rated

Walk from Senate Square to Oodi Library with an English-speaking Helsinki guide such as Matti or Tatiana. You’ll see the cathedral, market, harbor, Esplanadi, Central Station, and Finland’s remarkable modern library while learning local history, coffee habits, sauna culture, and practical city tips.

“It was a lovely tour . The guide was excellent. We covered lots of sites. Would highly recommend this tour.”

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Helsinki: Tallinn Guided Day Tour with Ferry Crossing - Starting at West Terminal 2 in Helsinki
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Helsinki: Tallinn Guided Day Tour with Ferry Crossing

6.Tallinn Guided Day Tour with Ferry Crossing

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 670 reviews · 11 - 12 hours · from $136

Spend 11 to 12 hours traveling from Helsinki to Tallinn by large ferry, with about 2 hours each way. A local guide such as Sergei, Irina, or Svetlana leads a 2.75-hour walk through Old Town, including Toompea Hill, Viru Gate, Town Hall, Toompea Castle, and Aleksander Nevski Cathedral. You then have about 2.75 hours to explore independently.

“Our guide, Sergei was very knowledgeable, considerateand a great storyteller”

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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ - The drive from Rovaniemi and the small-group setup
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Rovaniemi: Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ

7.Korouoma Canyon & Frozen Waterfalls Tour with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 654 reviews · from $158

Travel from Rovaniemi to Korouoma Canyon in a small group of up to eight. Your English-speaking guide, such as Robin, Tomas, Nikita, or Walter, leads a 4 to 6 km snowy hike past frozen waterfalls and photo stops, with winter overalls, hot drinks, ice cleats, and a sausage BBQ included.

“Stop scrolling - you found the best tour to visit the waterfalls! Robin was our amazing and patient guide! We had comfortable overalls including in the price, and it was a life saver for the winter/ spring hike! The group was small 8 people. The destination is very popular but Robin chose the track that was easy to hike, had amazing scenery, and was less crowded! In one word it was a wowing experience!”

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Helsinki: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour - Starting at Stop 1 and understanding the schedule
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Helsinki: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour

8.Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 585 reviews · 1 day · from $42

Ride Helsinki’s red CityTour bus past Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Market Square, Temppeliaukio Church, Sibelius Monument, Oodi, and more. Use the hop-on hop-off service from May through September, or take the shorter winter circuit with two daily departures. Commentary comes in nine languages, with English-speaking staff available.

“check the bus start and finish times as it was a push to cover the key sights between 10-4pm. great day out.”

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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Group Tour - Guaranteed View - Leaving Koskikatu 22 in central Rovaniemi
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Rovaniemi: Northern Lights Group Tour – Guaranteed View

9.Northern Lights Group Tour – Guaranteed View

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 565 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $129

Chase the Northern Lights from Rovaniemi with guides such as Ali, Luca, Julia, and Max, using live weather and solar data to reach clearer skies, sometimes across the border into Sweden. Expect 4 to 6 hours, hot juice, cookies, campfires when conditions allow, professional photos, and a full refund if no aurora is seen.

“I have been on several trips now, trying to catch the Aurora. This trip, with Book Lapland, was the biggest group I’ve gone with. That made me nervous. It’s more difficult to have decisions made, when you’re dealing with 35 guests. And I worried about what I would do if I had to use the toilet. As it turned out, there was no need for concern. Mirco, Max and Tony took great care of us all. We had a briefing before we left, letting everyone know that safety was the first concern, but also that the Aurora Hunt is truly a hunt, with no guarantee of seeing them. And then…”

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Helsinki: Bus Tour with Audio Guide - Löyly gives the first proper photo stop
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Helsinki: Bus Tour with Audio Guide

10.Bus Tour with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 544 reviews · 1h 45m · from $41

See Helsinki’s historic center, Kaivopuisto, Löyly, Sibelius Monument, Olympic Stadium, Finlandia Hall, Parliament, Oodi, and more on a 105-minute bus tour. An English-speaking driver handles the route while lively audio commentary plays in 11 languages. Two short photo stops let you step out without changing buses.

“Was a standard city bus tour. The bus was clean, it arrived on time, the driver was friendly. Was not hop on hop off as they do not operate that in the winter which is fair. Been on many of these tours, would just be amazing if they could get the commentary to match the actual location. But got to see some sights further out of the city that would not have seen otherwise.”

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Levi: Northern Lights Tour with Guaranteed Sightings - The first hours are about clouds, roads, and patience
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Levi: Northern Lights Tour with Guaranteed Sightings

11.Northern Lights Tour with Guaranteed Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 542 reviews · 8 hours · from $211

Set out from Levi in a small group of up to eight, riding a heated 2025 Ford Tourneo 4x4 van wherever clear skies appear. Guides such as Mario, Lachin, Rui, and Gabriel combine Aurora science, safe winter driving, and DSLR photography. Expect a flexible 6 to 10-hour chase, possibly across Finland’s borders, with warm drinks, snacks, thermal overalls, and included photos.

“This is the tour for you if you want to ensure you are able to see the northern lights on your trip. Ruy was a great guide in drove us about two hours just so we could see the northern lights. There was no chance of us being able to see them in Levi with the cloud cover. However, Ruy found 2-3 different locations so we’d have the opportunity to see them and take pictures. The van was nice and warm so we could get back in the van at any point to warm up between stepping out to see the lights and take photos. I will note that this…”

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Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included - Tallinn Old Town, from Viru Gates to St. Catherine’s Passage
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Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included

12.Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 485 reviews · 13 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $150

Travel from Helsinki to Tallinn by a 2-hour-15-minute ferry, then follow an English-speaking guide through the UNESCO-listed Old Town. You’ll see Viru Gates, St. Catherine’s Passage, Toompea, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and Kohtuotsa viewpoint, with three hours left for lunch, shopping, and photos. Hotel pickup and return transfer are included.

“Excellent, very well organised day tour of Tallin Old Town. Pick up was on time and boarding ferry was easy. We were met at the ferry Terminal by the excellent guide.”

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Helsinki Archipelago: Sightseeing Boat Tour - Key points to know before you book
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Helsinki Archipelago: Sightseeing Boat Tour

13.Helsinki Archipelago: Sightseeing Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 436 reviews · 1 day · from $33

From Helsinki’s Market Square, Royal Line’s 90-minute sightseeing cruise circles the city’s shoreline and nearby islands. You’ll see Suomenlinna, icebreakers, Korkeasaari Zoo, Eira, Katajanokka, and Kruununhaka. English and Finnish commentary plays over speakers, while an app offers additional languages. Food and drinks cost extra.

“Beautiful way to see Helsinki and the surrounding archipelago!”

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Helsinki: Private Tour with a Local Guide - What a two-hour tour can realistically cover
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Helsinki: Private Tour with a Local Guide

14.Private Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 419 reviews · from $62

Meet a local guide such as Georg, Angela, Karim, or Maria at your accommodation or a central Helsinki landmark. Shape a private 2 to 6 hour walk around your interests, with advice on food, shopping, transport, culture, and sights. Attraction tickets, meals, drinks, and local transport cost extra.

“Jennifer was knowledgeable , and very enthusiastic . She went out of her way and was never clock watching .”

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Rovaniemi Northern Lights Photography Small-Group Tour - What happens at the Rovaniemi office
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Rovaniemi Northern Lights Photography Small-Group Tour

15.Rovaniemi Northern Lights Photography Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 409 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $175

You’ll chase the Northern Lights from Rovaniemi in a group of 2 to 8, heading to private viewing spots chosen from live weather and aurora forecasts. Guides such as Natasa, Andi, Juhani, and Leevi help with camera settings, provide warm clothing and tripods, serve hot drinks and snacks, and send edited photos after the tour.

“Highly recommend this activity! Charlotte picked us from our hotel, offered us equipment and dropped us at the best location in the forest. Best view, best photos, sausages at the fire, hot juice in thermos and ofcourse the best chance to see arctic lights. The best experience!”

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