What's the typical duration of tours starting from Helsinki?

Tours from Helsinki generally run between 9 and 14 days. The most common trips last 10 to 11 days such as the Nordic & Baltic Escape which takes travelers through Finland Estonia Latvia and Lithuania. Longer journeys like the Arctic Circle tours stretch to 14 days as they cover more ground in the northern regions. Tours often begin at central locations like Hotel Kämp or GLO Hotel Art. A TourRadar traveler noted "The 9-day Baltic tour was perfect - enough time to see everything without feeling rushed."

What kind of activities can I expect on the first day in Helsinki?

The first day features a walking tour through Helsinki's main attractions including Senate Square Helsinki Cathedral and the Sibelius Monument. Most itineraries take you to the Market Square and the unique Temppeliaukio Church known as the Rock Church. Accommodation is centered in the city at places like GLO Hotel Art or Scandic Grand Central. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Our guide was fantastic and showed us all the highlights while providing great historical context about Helsinki's architecture and culture."

What transportation is used to depart Helsinki for different tour routes?

Tours leave Helsinki through several transport options. The Santa Claus Express overnight train heads to Lapland while a 2-hour ferry connects to Tallinn. Some northern routes like those to Ivalo require flights. Most departures begin near central hotels such as GLO Hotel Art or Scandic Grand Central. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The overnight train to Rovaniemi was comfortable and an experience in itself."

What's the best time of year to start a tour from Helsinki?

Northern Lights viewing peaks from September through March while summer months from June to August offer Midnight Sun experiences. Winter tours running December through March focus on arctic activities like husky sledding and snowmobile rides. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "We were so lucky to see the northern lights several days in a row during our March trip plus the winter activities were amazing."

How much free time is typically available in Helsinki before departing?

Tours usually allow 1-2 days in Helsinki for independent exploration. This time lets visitors check out the Design District visit Suomenlinna Sea Fortress or try Finnish saunas. Hotels like Scandic Marina and GLO Hotel Art put travelers close to these attractions. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The organized activities gave us a great overview and we had enough free time to explore Helsinki's wonderful cafes and design shops."

What's the typical group size for tours starting in Helsinki?

Groups vary based on the type of tour. Arctic adventures usually keep numbers between 10 and 15 people while Baltic region tours can include up to 40 travelers. Meeting points are often at central hotels like GLO Hotel Art or Scandic Marina. A TourRadar traveler commented: "Our group of 15 was perfect - small enough to get to know everyone but large enough to be social."

Europe Tours from Helsinki

What if you could explore Northern Europe with ease? Why not start with Helsinki's harbor? Or perhaps Stockholm's island neighborhoods, or Copenhagen's colorful Nyhavn, St. Petersburg's golden palaces. Cruise Baltic waters between capitals, see Tallinn's medieval walls, explore the Hermitage's art, taste Nordic cuisine, experience Scandinavian design. Minimalist aesthetics meeting functional beauty throughout these northern cities.

10 best Europe tour packages from Helsinki

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Explorer
Nordic & Baltic Escape
5.0 (5 traveler reviews)
"Takes good selfies :)"
Emma, traveled in July
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Finland Estonia Latvia Lithuania Sweden Denmark
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Expat Explore Travel
7% Off
From $2,200
US$2,045per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Baltic Odyssey: A 8-Day Journey from Helsinki to Vilnius (Private tour)
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"The diversity of landscapes and cultures was breathtaking. I would absolutely book with KIKTOUR again."
Jo, traveled in July
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Finland Estonia Latvia Lithuania
Age Range
Ages 14+
Operated in
English
Operator
Kiktour
7% Off
From
US$2,955per person
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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In-depth Cultural
Northern Capitals, a Women-Only Tour (Small Group)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Finland Sweden Norway Denmark
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Insight Vacations
7% Off
From
US$5,925per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Classic Scandinavia
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Finland Sweden Norway
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
7% Off
From
US$5,130per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle with Coastal Cruise
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Helsinki, Oulu, Rovaniemi, Ivalo, Karasjok, Honningsvag,Alta,Tromso,Bodo,Trondheim,Alesund,Bergen+6 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Globus
7% Off
From
US$6,399per person
+$228 upfront costs
Price based on Private Double Room
- Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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Northern Lights
Northern Lights of Scandinavia (Small Group)
5.0 (4 traveler reviews)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Helsinki, Ivalo, Honningsvag, Alta, Tromso, Oslo
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Norwegian FjordsArctic / North PoleNorthern Norway+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Insight Vacations
15% Off
From $5,895
US$5,011per person
+$665 upfront costs
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
Magical North: Finland and the Baltic Countries - 9 DAYS
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Finland Estonia Latvia Lithuania
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
Only: Spanish
Operator
Receptivo Aborigen Tours
10% Off
From $2,579
US$2,321per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Northern Lights
Northern Lights of Scandinavia (Classic)
5.0 (4 traveler reviews)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Helsinki, Ivalo, Honningsvag, Alta, Tromso, Oslo
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Norwegian FjordsArctic / North PoleNorthern Norway+2 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Insight Vacations
10% Off
From
US$5,490per person
+$665 upfront costs
Price based on Shared Room
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River Cruise
Northern Lights and Lapland with Magnificent Europe Helsinki → Budapest (2026)
Duration
22 days
Destinations
Finland Netherlands Germany Austria Hungary
Age Range
Ages 8+
Operated in
English
Operator
APT
10% Off
From
US$14,464per person
+$1,200 upfront costs
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
In Search of the Northern Lights 18 Days
Duration
18 days
Destinations
Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Saariselka, Inari, Kirkenes, Bergen,Flam,Oslo+2 more
Age Range
Ages 16+
Operated in
English
Operator
ASI Reisen
10% Off
From
US$7,374per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Helsinki to Warsaw
4.5 (21 traveler reviews)
"His organisational skills, can do attitude, going above and beyond makes him a true shinning star."
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Finland Estonia Latvia Lithuania Poland
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Expat Explore Travel
11% Off
From $1,875
US$1,665per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Baltic Experience
4.6 (41 traveler reviews)
"Very well organised trip, which was led superbly."
Kevin, traveled in May
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Finland Estonia Latvia Lithuania
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
11% Off
From
US$3,360per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Northern Capitals (Classic Group, 2025 Onward)
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Finland Sweden Norway Denmark
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Insight Vacations
10% Off
From $4,495
US$4,046per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Grand Lapland Tour - Finland, Sweden and Norway with activities
4.6 (16 traveler reviews)
"An absolutely amazing and well organised tour. The overall experience exceeded all expectations."
Itay, traveled in December
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Finland Norway Sweden
Age Range
Ages 18-50
Country Region
Arctic / North PoleLapland+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Timetravels
10% Off
From
US$1,753per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Helsinki, Oulu, Rovaniemi, Ivalo, Karasjok, Honningsvag,Alta,Tromso+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Arctic / North Pole
Operated in
English
Operator
Globus
14% Off
From $3,671
US$3,171per person
+$228 upfront costs
Price based on Private Double Room
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