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Why you should visit Finland

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An Introduction To Transport In Finland

Transport options in Finland are extensive and visitors can choose to travel within the country by train, ferry service, rental cars, bus service and flights. Numerous airports, reliable car rental companies, one of the best rail services and most extensive bus services coupled with a constant ferry and steamer service make getting around the country very easy. The trains and buses are recommended for those who want to keep expenses to a minimum and in the small towns you can even walk from place to place.

Holidays that feature Why you should visit Finland

Photo by Nangu Wilderness Hotel Type: Activity Holiday | Christmas Holiday | Honeymoon | Luxury Holiday | New Year Break | Northern Lights | Solo Traveller | Weekend Break | Winter Holiday
5 days/4 nights
from £2,595 pp

Arctic Experience in Finnish Lapland

The Arctic Experience in Finnish Lapland offers an unforgettable experience in breathtaking scenery by the frozen Lake Inari. Nangu Wilderness Resort is reserved for adults only ensuring a relaxing and romantic getaway in the wilderness. Nangu offers luxury in cosy accommodation like log cabins or aurora accommodation. Join exciting activities with huskies, snowmobiles and snowshoes. If you're lucky, you may even see the beautiful Aurora!

Photo by Gulo Gulo Holiday Village Type: Activity Holiday | Christmas Holiday | Family Holiday | New Year Break | Northern Lights | Weekend Break | Winter Holiday
4 days/3 nights
from £1,595 pp

Arctic Wildlife in Finnish Lapland

Enjoy the pristine winter scenery in Ranua in Finnish Lapland. Ranua Resort is surrounded by forest just south of the Arctic Circle and offers excellent surroundings to discover the local wildlife and join winter activities like husky sledding and Aurora hunt. Ranua Wildlife Park is located close to the resort and here you have the opportunity to observe moose, wolves and even polar bears!

Photo by Riku Pihlanto/Visit Finland Type: Christmas Holiday | Activity Holiday | Anniversary | Family Holiday | Honeymoon | New Year Break | Northern Lights | Winter Holiday
4 days/3 nights
from £1,995 pp

Lapland Adventure with Santa and Rudolph

Wintry Lapland is a perfect place to create unforgettable adventures with your loved ones. The Lapland Adventure with Santa and Rudolph is an excellent way to get into the holiday spirit. You will get to enjoy the snow-covered Lapland in the most beautiful setting while spending time with the reindeer, huskies and Santa himself!

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Photo by Visit Finland
Type: Fly-Drive | Summer Holiday | Family Holiday | Individual Tour | Tailor Made Holiday | Solo Traveller | Country Holiday | Anniversary | Boys Trip | Girls Trip | Walking/Trekking | Autumn Holiday | Spring Holiday
11 days/10 nights
from £1,695 pp

Finland Circle Fly-Drive

The beautiful Finnish nature is combined with a harmonious blend of Russian, Swedish and Finnish culture. You will love this country and its gentle peaceful life. Exchange your car for a boat for a day, and explore the lakes on anything from a canoe to an old-fashioned steamship. Not to be missed is the Finnish sauna, that integral part of the way of life in Finland.

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Finnish Lapland Dogsledding, photo by Visit Finland
Type: Winter Holiday | Activity Holiday | Northern Lights | Family Holiday | Anniversary | Boys Trip | Girls Trip | Skiing
7 days/6 nights
from £2,845 pp

Lapland Winter Adventure

Finnish Lapland is a true winter wonderland. You will start your holiday in Levi, Finland's biggest ski resort, where you can enjoy 2 days of skiing. The second part of your tour will take place in Harriniva Holiday Centre, a family run business established in 1973. It provides cosy accommodation and unforgettable husky and snowmobile safari programs. Lapland Northern Lights are also astonishing to watch.

Glass_Igloo Type: Winter Holiday | Northern Lights | Activity Holiday | Honeymoon | Anniversary | Boys Trip | Girls Trip | Skiing
5 days/4 nights
from £2,225 pp

Northern Lights Glass Igloo in Lapland

With this Lapland winter holiday, you have the opportunity to experience the wonders and charm of an active winter holiday in Finnish Lapland. Join winter activities like dog sledding, Northern Lights chase, reindeer sledding and snowmobiling. Experience a night under stars from the comfort of your own glass igloo, maybe you will even spot the Northern Lights while lying in bed!

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Lake of Finland by Visit Finland
Type: Country Holiday | Fly-Drive | Summer Holiday | Coastal Holiday | Family Holiday | Individual Tour | Solo Traveller | Activity Holiday | Anniversary | Boys Trip | Girls Trip | Walking/Trekking
9 days/8 nights
from £1,795 pp

The Land of a Thousand Lakes

On this self-drive holiday you pass through the scenic countryside of the Finnish Lakeland, also known as Lake District, which is all dotted with shimmering blue lakes, small towns with their quaint wooden quarters, and fascinating villages. If you are looking for a countryside holiday rich in culture, pure nature and friendly locals, this is the holiday you have been looking for!

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Sampo ice breaker - VisitFinland
Type: Winter Holiday | Individual Tour | Northern Lights | Activity Holiday | Solo Traveller | Anniversary | Boys Trip | Girls Trip | Skiing
6 days/5 nights
from £1,595 pp

Polar Safari Adventure

This tour starts in Helsinki, the trendy capital of Finland, and takes you North to Kemi, where you have the opportunity for a Cruise on an Icebreaker, where you can experience the realities of Arctic life with ice. Kemi is known as the "city of snow", and is a seaport town close to the Arctic Circle. Continue further North to Lapland, for some Arctic fun in Rovaniemi. 

Photo by Rukakeskus Oy Type: Skiing | Activity Holiday | Family Holiday | Winter Holiday | Christmas Holiday | New Year Break
5 days/4 nights
from £1,295 per person

Ski Holiday in Northern Finland

Ruka is one of the most popular skiing resorts in whole Finland with over 200 days of snow! The resort has 35 slopes, 22 lifts as well as 159 kilometers of cross-country skiing trails. Ruka offers great ski opportunities for everyone from complete beginners to active skiers, so it is a perfect winter destination for the whole family.

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Down Hill Skiing. Photo by Visit Finland
Type: Winter Holiday | Activity Holiday | Country Holiday | Family Holiday | Individual Tour | Solo Traveller | Anniversary | Boys Trip | Girls Trip | Skiing
7 days/6 nights
from £1,295 pp

City & Snow in Finland

Experience Finland in the winter time by combining a city break in Helsinki and a winter break at the ski centre Levi, Finland's biggest ski and activity resort. Levi is loctaed in Northern Finland and can easily be reached by train, and offers many outdoor activities for the whole family, yourself, or friends.

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Helsinki in Summer by Mika Lappalainen
Type: City Break | Summer Holiday | Winter Holiday | Boys Trip | Girls Trip | Autumn Holiday | Spring Holiday
4 days/3 nights or more
from £695 pp

Helsinki City Break

Helsinki is an outstanding Northern city, with amazing architecture and top Scandinavian design in everything from clothing to furniture and accessories. Brands like Alvar Alto, Iittala and Marimekko comes to your mind immediately. Helsinki is worth a visit in the summer as well as in the winter, as the city surrounded by water has lots to offer in terms of shopping, culinary experiences (such as reindeer), art and design, and boat tours to mention a few.

More about Why you should visit Finland

Using The Train Service In Finland

The train service is the best way to travel in Finland since all the big places and major attractions are connected by rail. In the south, the train service is more extensive since all the major cities are located here. The train fares are pricier than they are in other parts of Europe, primarily because Finland is an expensive place and also because the train service is very well-maintained and one of the most up to date in the world. The train system is reliable and on-time. Buying tickets in advance on the Internet is a good way to save some money on the fares.

For tourists, it is advisable to purchase the 3 day rail pass priced at £68 which gives you a chance to travel as much as you want for a flat charge. Train travel is a good option for tourists since you also get a chance to enjoy the countryside through the windows.

Renting Cars To Travel Around

Renting cars in the country can be pricey since gasoline is very expensive in Finland. One can avail of vacation packages that offer flight and rental car combinations to save money on travel and transport. The agencies in Finland offer the option of dropping the rental off at a different location from the pick-up for a fee. Driving around in the winters when it snows can be risky so tourists are advised to use public transport. However, rental agencies often offer snow tires and special insurance covers for those of you who still want to travel in your own vehicles. To be comfortable driving in Finland, one has to carefully study the various road signs and also be familiar with driving on the right side of the road.

Using The Yellow Ferries In Finland

The Yellow Ferries are known as Lossi and are important and useful form of transport in Finland. The ferries are a part of the road network system of the country and are made available for use without any charge. The ferry boats work according to a structured timetable and are a great option for tourists who want to save some time and money.

Using Flights In Finland

Flying between destinations within Finland is a popular option since it helps save time and leaves you more time to explore different places. With over twenty airports spread out over the country, almost all the major places in Finland are connected by flight.


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