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Snowshoeing
A great way to experience Lapland’s wintry wildernesses and really get in touch with its finest asset, enjoy the fresh and clean air and get some exercise
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Husky
Tour with dog sleigh is a wonderful experience. Speed along the snowy tracks pulled by 4-8 husky dogs and enjoy the unique Arctic landscape. Listen to the sound of sledges gliding across the snow, admire the strength of the amazing husky dogs.
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Northern Lights
Aurora borealis begins high in the Earth’s atmosphere, at altitudes 100-400 km, when charged particles from the Sun become trapped in the Earth's magnetic field. In Northern Lapland the lights shine about every other clear night between September and March.
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Santa Claus
Santa’s official office, situated on the mysterious Arctic Circle, is open to each and everyone.
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Snowmobiling
Local Lappish people claim that snowmobiling is the best way to see the beauties of the Arctic region. You will enjoy the beautiful wintery scenery whilst driving through the local forests, where opportunities for photos are abundant during short stops we make.
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Reindeers
Reindeer are semi-domesticated animals and even though they are used to living next to people, they are quite shy.
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Rovaniemi
The official hometown of Santa Claus. The Capital of Lapland on Arctic circle. Rovaniemi also is an urban city surrounded by arctic nature, where Lappish culture and a wide range of activities meet.
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Summer Tours to Lapland and Northern Scandinavia
Winter Tours to Lapland

Helsinki through Swedish and Russian history to the independency, private

  • 7 hours
  • Easy
  • Daytime
  • 1+
  • Private
  • Helsinki
  • Description
  • Itinerary
  • Meeting points
  • Pick-up
  • Helsinki has a very long history together with Sweden and Russia. During this day tour you will know more about these glory days. You will here stories and see architecture which now remind us of the times when Finland and Helsinki found its way between two empires. Visiting city food hall will give you an impression of local kitchen in daily life of finns. 

    • Helsinki sightseeing tour by car
    • Sea fortress Suomenlinna by ferry and walk
    • Lunch (at extra cost)
    • Visit Helsinki food market with testing local delicacies

    What's included

    • 7 hours sightseeing tour with a private guide around Helsinki center and Suomenlinna sea fortress (Sveaborg) with focus on Swedish and Russian history
    • Private transportation were needed
    • Local ferry crossing to Suomenlinna and back
    • Testing local delicacies on City food market

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Entrance fees to any museums

    Cancellation Policy

    • Helsinki railway station

      FI ,Helsinki,Kaivokatu 1

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    • Helsinki sightseeing tour by car

      The sightseeing tour shows the most interesting parts of Helsinki, such as the Senate Square, the Uspenski Cathedral, the Parliament Building and Finlandia Hall. There are two stops in the tour: one at the Sibelius Monument and another at the Temppeliaukio Church.

      Sea fortress Suomenlinna by ferry and walk

      Suomenlinna is a cultural treasure. Its construction began in the mid-18th century, when Finland was still part of Sweden.
      Suomenlinna is a historical maritime fortress and one of Finland’s most popular sights, attracting more than 700,000 visitors every year. Suomenlinna has something for everyone – walls, cannons, tunnels, a submarine, museums, cafés, restaurants and even a brewery! Many find the 15-minute ferry crossing to the fortress the most enjoyable part of the visit. It offers you a unique chance to see and photograph Helsinki from the sea. The fortress is one of the seven UNESCO World Heritage sites in Finland. 

      Visit Helsinki food market with testing local delicacies

      The Old Market Hall in Helsinki has served its customers since 1889. Merchants sell all sorts of cheese, fish, shellfish, vegetable, fruit and cakes to spices, coffee and tea. They are also more than happy to help with any special orders. Here you can also find the smallest Alko shop for wines and beverages, as well as cafe's and restaurants. 

    • Please pick me up from my location in Helsinki city center (leave in comments)

      FI , Helsinki railway station

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