Top Helsinki Full-day Tours

Take advantage of Finland’s close proximity to Estonia on an 8-, 10-, or 11-hour day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki. Following a 2-hour ferry journey, you’ll take a guided tour of Tallinn Old Town (Vannalin), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds. Plus, you’ll explore Kadriorg Park and sample Estonian cuisine for lunch. Small-group tour limited to eight people.

Discover picturesque Tallinn, Estonia’s capital, on a private day trip from Helsinki by ferry. After hotel pickup, cruise across the Gulf of Finland to Estonia in a comfortable ferry. Then, set off on an afternoon tour of this lovely city by foot and air-conditioned transport. View top Tallinn sights including the cobbled Old Town, Toompea Hill, and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral as you hear about the city’s history and culture. Afterward, (depending on timings), enjoy time at leisure before your return ferry trip.

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.

Without a car, sightseeing in the Finnish countryside can pose a challenge. This shore excursion from Helsinki takes care of transportation from your cruise port, through picturesque rural areas, and back again, stopping at top sights such as the 1952 Olympic Stadium, the historic town of Porvoo, and the Rock Church along the way.

This day trip from Helsinki takes you to one of Finland’s oldest national parks, Liesjärvi. Our trips are exclusive since they never exceed 8 persons. Highlights: • Experience genuine silence only found in a winter forest • Very few visitors during the winter season • Traditional Finnish-style lunch inside Winter Kota (traditional Finnish hut) • Feel the calming effect of the forest in the winter Winter allows us to witness the forest in its mystic grandeur. Snow gently falls and blankets the entire forest, embracing the trees and creating a peaceful silence throughout the woods. It would seem as though the forest is asleep during these frigid months, but with care, you are able to see tracks of the animals such as the red fox, mountain hare, and moose. Our winter wonderland hike is perfect for those who want to escape the city. We will take you for an adventure into the forests of Finland, providing a high-quality guided experience.

This tour is suitable for people interested in the history of Finland. In this tour we made a sightseeing tour of Helsinki and a trip to the ancient city of Porvoo. You will see a lot of beautiful things and learn a lot of interesting things about Finland!

Combine a city tour of Helsinki with a ferry journey to Suomenlinna Island on this half-day excursion. Listen to guided commentary while exploring the highlights of Helsinki such as Esplanade Park and the Sibelius Monument. Hop a ferry to Suomenlinna for a walking tour including the Jetty barracks, the Suomenlinna Church, and Kings Gate.

Admire Helsinki and her islands from the water on a relaxing 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise. Hop aboard a comfortable sightseeing boat, settle on deck or inside the cozy cabin, and absorb the key sights of Helsinki’s shorelines and surrounding archipelagos of beautiful islands. Cruise by top Helsinki attractions such as the mighty UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress; see Finland’s fleet of gigantic icebreaker ships; sail into the scenic Degerö Canal, and hear all about Helsinki’s eventful past from the informative onboard commentary. Free WiFi is available on-board for your comfort.

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. Includes Helsinki hotel pickup and drop-off.

Exploring a national park is a must when visiting Finland! This full day in a national park is a relaxing hike and outstanding nature experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life! Highlights: • Experience pristine nature in an uncrowded national park • Learn about local plants and wildlife from a professional guide • Test your senses and feel the benefits of nature • Finnish-style dining experience in the forest Not only will our professional wilderness guide teach you about Finnish nature and culture but they will also be cooking an impressive Finnish-style meal over a fire. Every season offers new and curious opportunities to learn about our environment. Spring with its crisp blue skies and icy lakes, Summer's juicy blueberries and lush green forests, and our favourite time, Autumn! Wild mushrooms and earthly hues of yellows, oranges, and reds shroud the forest.

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.

This guided foraging tour from Helsinki immerses us into the forest and the magical world of fungi. Bright oranges, golden yellows, and deep reds decorate the forest floor. We are in search of Finland's most delicious and prized edible mushrooms, the chanterelle. It is also a personal favourite here at Taiga Times. However, as the name suggests, it is a hunt! We will not always find what we are looking for, and although most of the mushrooms are harmless, there are many poisonous ones too. But not to worry, for your guide will able to show you which are edible and is always available to explain about the different fungi you have found. Highlights: • Forage with a professional guide in a national park • Learn how to identify specific edible mushrooms • Help prepare and cook your wild fungi finds • Enjoy a Finnish-style lunch and coffee by the campfire

Travel to Tallinn from Helsinki in a cruise ship.The tour includes same day round trip from Helsinki to Tallinn with a 3 hour guided tour in Tallinn. We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning at 9 am. You will be taken to the Helsinki terminal to board a cruise ship to Tallinn. Your tour guide will welcome you at the port of Tallinn. He will take you to a fairy tale walking tour in the medieval Old Town of Tallinn a UNESCO world Heritage site. You will be given a short break for lunch in an Old Town Restaurant, after which our tour guide will take you the the Tallinn harbour for your return cruise. Enjoy all the entertainment in Cruise during your journey. You can try out the duty free shopping on board, or try out the exquisite Buffet, or just enjoy some time in the deck of the ship cherishing the beauty of the Baltic coastline.

Finland is one of the best places in the world for foraging wild foods. As spring transitions into summer, the forest flourishes new vegetation and the aroma of fresh berries fills the air. Whether you are here to experience the Finnish culture of berry picking or simply taste these natural and organic berries, you will treasure this intimate experience in Finland's wilderness. Highlights: • Forage and learn about the wild foods of Finland • Experience an off the beaten path national park • Enjoy a fresh Finnish-style lunch cooked over a fire • Take home your extra berries and snack on your bounty On this guided tour from Helsinki, we will explore the serene mossy forests of Liesjärvi National Park. While looking for berries, we may fill our baskets with Finnish superfoods such as blueberries, lingonberries and, with some extra luck, some sweet wild strawberries. These superfoods are rich in vitamins and nutrients and sweeter than any berry you could buy from the stores!

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private city tour of Tallinn from Helsinki. Follow your dedicated guide down the streets of this fairy tale city's medieval Old Town, where you can shop for handmade souvenirs and antiques during a 3-hour walking tour. Spend an additional 3 to 4 hours in Tallinn at your leisure before boarding the ferry back to Helsinki. Round-trip ferry ticket and hotel pickup and drop-off in Helsinki included. Morning departure time (7:30am or 10:30am) determined by the tour company.

Explore the beauty of Helsinki by joining this 2-hr walking tour with us! Your guide will meet you up at Senate Square and begin this city adventure! You will visit the most popular and must-not-miss highlights in Helsinki during this tour, such as the iconic Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral, Uspenski Cathedral, Market Square, Old Market Hall, Havis Amanda statue, Esplanadi Park, and more! On the way of walking, your guide will share with you the history, facts, and stories of this city, so that you will not only busy in taking pictures, but also get informative knowledge and have more understandings about Helsinki. This tour takes approximately 2 hrs, which is quite approachable for almost everyone. If you haven't decided what to do during the stay in Helsinki, this tour will be a perfect starting point for you!

Exploring an off the beaten path destination is now more important than ever! Join us on this full-day private excursion to Liesjärvi National Park and walk a path very few international visitors will ever have the chance to experience. Our walk starts upon the parks main attraction, a winding and ancient esker trail which lays between two pristine freshwater lakes. From the other side of the esker trail, we will enter into a forest that can only be described as enchanting. The taiga forest is full of surprises, many of which we can see for ourselves during each and every season. Our lunches in the national park will always be made from fresh Finnish ingredients and inspired by local twists and traditional recipes. Most often, we will be cooking with fresh smoked salmon but are completely adaptable to dietary restrictions and food preferences. This will be a truly unique and high-quality experience for you and it will be our pleasure in showing you the Finnish ways of the forest!

Travel through the Baltic in a luxurious cruise which serves you exclusive buffet and premium room to add comfort to your day trip to Tallinn. Meet and greet in Tallinn by our professional guides who will walk you through the Old town of Tallinn. After an enriching experience in Tallinn, board the cruise and reach back to Helsinki. Enjoy all the entertainment in Cruise during your journey.

You will take a ferry to Helsinki from Tallinn. After arriving Helsinki West Harbour, you will be greeted by our guide and start this sightseeing tour by tram! Your guide will take you to the most highlighted spots by city tram and by walk, you will get an unique experience of local daily lives when sightseeing. You will visit the Olympic stadium, Sibelius Monument, and the top three famous churches in Finland, i.e., the Rock Church, Helsinki Cathedral, and Uspenskin Cathedral. You will also walk through the beautiful Esplanadi Park, meet the little mermaid, Havis Amanda Statue, as well as visit the Old Market Hall and experience the cheerful atmosphere! After the 3-hr guided tour, you will have free time to explore the city. And after your adventure, you will return to the West Harbour on your own, preparing for the departure to Tallinn. On the ferry returning to Tallinn, you can relax and enjoy the services on board. You will arrive in Tallinn at 21.30.

As Finland’s oldest city and the former capital, Turku is a great spot for exploring Finland. Beautiful River Aura runs through the historic area of Turku, all the way from the medieval Turku Castle to the main cathedral surrounded by cobblestone streets and yellow brick buildings. From steamship cruises and Scandi design, here are 10 of the best things to do in Turku, Finland’s medieval university city.

As Finland’s oldest city and the former capital, Turku is a great spot for exploring Finland. Beautiful River Aura runs through the historic area of Turku, all the way from the medieval Turku Castle to the main cathedral surrounded by cobblestone streets and yellow brick buildings. From steamship cruises and Scandi design, here are 10 of the best things to do in Turku, Finland’s medieval university city.

As Finland’s oldest city and the former capital, Turku is a great spot for exploring Finland. Beautiful River Aura runs through the historic area of Turku, all the way from the medieval Turku Castle to the main cathedral surrounded by cobblestone streets and yellow brick buildings. From steamship cruises and Scandi design, here are 10 of the best things to do in Turku, Finland’s medieval university city.

Combine a city tour of Helsinki with a ferry journey to Suomenlinna Island on this half-day excursion. Listen to guided commentary while exploring the highlights of Helsinki such as Esplanade Park and The Senate Square. Hop a ferry to Suomenlinna for a walking tour including the Jetty barracks, the Suomenlinna Church, and Kings Gate

Open School Visit is the most practical solution for individuals and small groups. It includes a half-day visit in the Helsinki metropolitan area with the possibility to observe classes and talk with Finnish teachers. The visit also includes the Finnish school lunch – famous for being offered to every student for free. The concept of these school visits is as the name indicates, open for everyone. You can be an educational professional or a student, a business person or a tourist. The only requirement is that you are interested in Finnish education and eager to see how learning takes place in a normal classroom setting. If the Open School visits don't suit your schedule, get in touch about Private or Customized School Visits.