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Winter touring means cold, snow, ice, and limited daylight. Pack thermal layers, fleece or wool, waterproof outerwear, warm socks, gloves, a hat, and supportive boots with good traction.
Finnish and Lappish meals lean on simple, local ingredients like fish, rye bread, potatoes, mushrooms, berries, and reindeer. Menus at remote resorts can be more limited, so pack snacks and let us know when booking if you have specific preferences or dietary restrictions.
Finland uses the Euro, and cards or mobile payments are widely accepted. Cash is less common across Scandinavia, and ATMs are limited once you reach Lapland, so withdraw any Euros you want in Helsinki or at the airport.
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I’m passionate about creating unforgettable guided group tours that bring the beauty and culture of this region to life. Sustainability is at the heart of everything I do, and I design experiences that celebrate local traditions whilst minimising environmental impact. From breathtaking landscapes to hidden gems, I love helping travellers connect in a meaningful, responsible way.
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Learn MoreFrom handpicked hotels, restaurants, and cultural experiences to thoughtfully integrated free time, our on-the-ground team in Finland crafts journeys they'd want to take themselves.
Travellers always tell us that Tour Managers make the journey. It's like travelling with a friend who's got the inside scoop. They live in the destination and share hidden gems that only the locals know.
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A perfect adventure for those who are tired of the cities and love nature. The land portion through Lapland was nicely paced. The cruise through the Norwegian coast was the highlight of the trip.
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Many have asked what my favorite part was. There were so many things that I cannot list just one. This was our first tour and we liked getting off the beaten path and experiencing different things. The size of the tour was great so we were able to get to know everyone. The people on the tour were wonderful and so was everyone we met.
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Amazing trip! Would recommend to everyone!!
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The tour guide was personable and so informative. She enhanced our trip experience with cultural anecdotes and superb understanding of the environments of our tour. She kept us organized and safe. Nancy was enthusiastic and very caring. She is also innovative and creative. The accommodations were lovely. The rooms were clean and well appointed. The food was excellent in Helsinki. The breakfasts and lunches were good in Lapland and dinners were excellent. The visit with Santa was bizarre, unnerving and unpleasant. Really. You must evaluate that whole premise. The planetarium visit should have been part of the package. Visiting the art center and gift shop was powerful. Again, Nancy educated us on the lore and the realities of the Sami people and made the experience that much richer. The lecture/talk in the teepee/hut about the reindeer was fascinating. I especially enjoyed hearing the wrangler speak so knowledgeably and lovingly about the reindeer. The reindeer sleigh ride (and visiting the reindeer)was so beautiful. Chasing the northern lights was worthy of the effort though we didn't happen to see them. It was lovely to be "in nature." Mushing the dog sled team was wonderful but oh so scary. I had to speak more than once to the staff about airline flights. The second person in each instance was understanding and nice and accommodating. I have to look at my own behavior as perhaps not being helpful? on the first go- round? However, the address was wrong and I did not have an updated ticket to work with. I explained that I am an inexperienced traveler and her explanation of " just go to the counter" was not reassuring. The second agent reinforced the "go to the counter AND also sent me an email with the updated info. I was reassured. She also corrected the address for the Uber driver. None of the seat assignments matched my preferences; however, I believe that you did the best you could possibly do on those full flights, and I was happy to be inside the plane! I had a wonderful time on the trip. I don't want these minor hiccups to overshadow the enormity of the joy and pleasure associated with this trip to Finland. I recommend it whole-heartedly.
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The itinerary was a good mix of activities and our tour manager was excellent. Are was always communicating with the group and kept everyone engaged. All tour guides were very good and made the activities very enjoyable. My most memorable experience was seeing the Northern Lights while on a reindeer sleigh.
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Everything about the tour was amazing. We got to see Nordin lights our tour guide. Mina was magnificent and the huskies sleigh ride and reindeer was so much fun. The only thing I have to say is the food at the lodge we stayed at Lapland need to up their game or provide more variety and flavor meaning more selections because our meals were included the meals in Helsinki were amazing the lapland Hotel need some new ideas or a new chief. Otherwise great trip and met new friends and have connected in the states
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This tour is an amazing experience. The igloo nights put it over the top, and the reindeer sleigh ride and dog sledding were spectacular. The one and only improvement that is necessary is the food quality in Lapland. A more extensive breakfast buffet would be particularly welcome.
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Entire tour was outstanding. The Helsinki city tour was better than expected because the local guide, Maria, did a very good job explaining Finland’s political, religious and social backgrounds. Then we flew up to Lapland and I couldn’t have imagined how amazing that entire stay would turn out to be. We stayed in an igloo for 3 nights and it was bigger than expected. Meeting one of Santa’s elves and Santa himself was pleasant and fun. Going for a reindeer ride would’ve been a cool experience in itself, but then the Northern Lights appeared the entire time on that sleigh ride and, well, just wow!! But hands down, my favorite activity was the dog sledding, where we drove our own sled and those dogs were extremely fast! Soooo much fun! It was cold but it didn’t matter. Finally, the trip was made even better by our tour manager, Are, who made sure everyone’s needs were met, socialized with everyone in the group, participated right along with us in all activities and sent us emails at the end of each night recapping the day’s experiences and including thoughts that made us ponder. Entire tour turned out to be much more than I ever expected and now I’m looking at a Northern Lights tour in another location.
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Reindeer sleigh ride, with a magical show of the Northern Lights! Also the dog sled ride was exhilarating! Are Nyberg was the best tour guide we could have hoped for.
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Our tour director, Meena was outstanding. The accommodations were interesting and comfortable. The food was mediocre.. not a lot of variety and when not included in the package, expensive for what the quality was. All other activities, including Dog mushing and reindeer sledding were different, but expected on a visit to Finland.
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it was a magical paradise way up north
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It was a great trip. Our Tour Director Wendella did excellent job with all details and individual needs on this tour. We saw northern lights, had a reindeer sleigh ride, and got to direct and ride our own dog sled team of huskies, which was my favorite thing for this trip. The 3 day stay in the igloo cabin was first class.
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Spending time with my granddaughter. The dog mushing was the highlight
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The tour was excellent. Kind of surprised there was absolutely no snacks provided on the flights. The Igloo was uncomfortable, but the cabins were excellent. And the Lilla Robert was wonderful.
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The toor was good some of the spots needed more time to look around. Lapland was the best , Santa, the dog slead, and the reindeer sleigh ride, the resort was beautiful.food was good,
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Our grandfather immigrated from Rovaniemi in the early 1900s. This was a dream trip for my sister and me. Actually Lapland and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan are very similar.
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The overall experience was wonderful. I really enjoyed the dog sledding in Lapland. The people of Finland were very accommodating and pleasant.
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Kakslauttanen Resort in Lapland was wonderful. Where else can you experience driving a dog sled and being transported in a sleigh drawn by a reindeer.
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It was everything I could have hoped for. We even saw the Northern lights our very first night in Lapland.
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Hunt for the elusive northern lights and discover fascinating Finland, from Lapland to Helsinki, “Daughter of the Baltic.”
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Travel through Sweden, Finland, and Norway’s coastal cities, where Nordic heritage unfolds across UNESCO sites, Arctic landscapes, and northern communities.
View 15 - 16-Day ItineraryThe best time to see the northern lights in Finland is typically between late September and mid-April, when the nights are longest. Collette’s Finland northern lights tours run in the winter season and include multiple chances to search for the aurora in Lapland. Sightings depend on clear skies and weather, so they can’t be guaranteed.
Yes, Finland northern lights tours are worth it. In addition to being designed to maximise aurora viewing opportunities, Collette’s Finland northern lights tours include experiences like a husky safari, reindeer safari, Sámi cultural connections, and time in Helsinki, so the trip offers more than sky watching.
Yes, Lapland is worth visiting on a Finland tour for its Arctic scenery, winter traditions, and northern lights viewing opportunities.
Collette’s Finland holiday packages include accommodation, on-tour transport, curated experiences, select meals, admission to included attractions, and the services of a Tour Manager. You can also opt to include airfare and take advantage of our worry-free cancellation waiver.
Plan for at least 7 days if you want to experience Helsinki, Finnish Lapland, Arctic activities, and northern lights viewing on a guided Finland tour. Collette’s The Northern Lights of Finland tour is an 7-day trip with time in Helsinki, three nights at Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, and multiple northern lights searches.
Some of the best things to do in Helsinki include visiting Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral, the Sibelius Monument, and the Rock Church. On Collette’s Finland tours, travellers explore these highlights with a local expert and also have free time to explore Helsinki on their own.
Australian citizens do not need a tourist visa to visit Finland for stays of 90 days or less. Finland is part of the Schengen Area, and your passport must be valid for at least 90 days beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area. Always review current entry requirements before you travel.
For a winter Finland holiday, pack thermal layers, fleece or wool, waterproof outerwear, warm socks, gloves, a hat, scarf, and sturdy non-slip footwear. Expect cold weather, snow, ice, and time outdoors.
