What Is Finland Famous For?
Finland is wold-known as the homeland of Nokia, famous for its educational system, popular for tourists hunting the Northern Lights adventures, outstanding landscapes, and cleanest air, and the Santa Claus village, amongst other attractions. Finland is known as "the country of a thousand lakes" for its impressive number of over 168,000 lakes spread across the country, but also as "the land of the Midnight Sun" for its golden light nights from mid-May to mid-August.
Why Visit Finland?
There is a lot of mystery as well as many attractions in the Finnish Arctic, such as the Northern Lights and every child’s dream to meet Father Christmas. Days are spent enjoying the frosty climate, while evenings are for soothing saunas and crackling fires and looking out for the Aurora Borealis. The concept of the iconic Northern Lights Igloo is a relatively new phenomenon but works beautifully making it the perfect destination for tourists chasing wildlife holidays.
What Does a Trip to Finland Offer?
With our Finland holidays and packages, you have a choice of many boutique hotels, lovely lodges with log fireplaces, saunas, outdoor jacuzzis, or even individual Saunas, for example the traditional Smoke Sauna. Contact us today and our helpful staff can assist you in booking a tailor made Finland holiday that would meet your travel plans for any season!
If you are looking for some inspiration, then the Northern Lights Igloos give you a view of the clear night skies, with minimal light pollution which makes up for a wonderful trip in this remote part of the world. Glass Igloos and Aurora Bubble Igloos also offer the possibility to view the wonderful Finland Northern Lights from inside, or outside, as you wish.
We can also offer Finland Skiing and Skiing holidays in Finland are fascinating with snow normally well into April. Finland Christmas Holidays and Finland New Year Holidays are also recommended.
When Is the Best Time to Visit Finland?
Finland is a country for all seasons, and the best time to visit Finland depends on the regions you are looking to travel to. Aurora borealis and snow mostly occur in Northern and Eastern Finland between December and April. The long summer months run between June and late August, with Midnight Suns appearing in June. This will provide a fantastic time to travel to Helsinki and Lakeland for Finland's fly-driving holidays.
What to Do in Finland During Winter Holidays?
The winter season for Finland holidays is just the best time to appreciate the scenery, take a moment to look through our range of Finland holiday packages to choose from.
Finland has wide open landscapes and vast forests, over 180,000 lakes, and 37 national parks. In eastern Finnish forests, ancient Taiga forests are habitat for brown bears, wolverines, lynxes and other native fauna and Lakeland with thousands of beautiful waters and serene lakes.
Finnish Lapland is a winter wonderland with sweeping falls with thick snow blanket and spectacular views, as well as herds of sheep tended by native Sami. The Sami people and their ancient culture still thrive in Northern Finland and we would be proud to introduce you to local Reindeer herders with overnight stays in a traditional Sami Lavvu tent.
Winter holidays in Finland provide you with the opportunity to spend time in an incredible snow-covered landscape with great auroras and exciting winter activities. Winter holidays in Finland feature downhill skiing, cross country skiing, ice skating on frozen lakes, snow shoeing, snowmobiling, husky safaris, Northern Lights, reindeer sledding, ice pool swimming, ice fishing, smoke saunas and much more. Chose a New Year's adventure in the Arctic by booking an unforgettable New Year break in Finland with friends and family, a Polar tour of Finland or a Finland cruise to see the scenery in the spring and enjoy the surrounding nature.
What to Do in Finland on a Summer Holiday?
Summer holidays in Finland allow you to experience a wide range of activities. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy Finland holiday packages including activities such as hiking through the endless forests, canoeing and kayaking on the sparkling lakes in the Finnish Lake District. You can enjoy the wildlife on a bear watching trip or relax with a round of golf at a spa.
Summer brings a wide array of art and music festivals, some more traditional than others, like the Savonlinna Opera Festival or Pori Jazz Festival, an ideal time to book your holidays to Finland. There are some real quirky activities that take place during our Finland summer holidays as well, such as the Mobile Phone Throwing World Championships, the annual Wife-carrying competition in Sonkajärvi and swamp football in Hyrynsalmi.
After a long, dark winter, the Finns really look forward to the summer and create a very friendly and enjoyable atmosphere for all. They are out till all hours to enjoy crayfish, vodka, the famous Midnight Sun and just celebrate life, as they also do at the Midsummer Night. Summer months are the best time for them to gather the much needed energy for the long winter with the darkness that lies ahead.
Choose to experience summer days with the locals by arranging your Finland holidays today! Or consider booking the unforgettable Finnish Lapland Aurora Borealis holiday, which is a popular choice for tourists all over the world that are looking to see the Northern Lights during late summer and autumn.
Are Backpacking Holidays Popular in Finland?
Finland is one of the most underrated holiday destinations in Europe, but that is precisely what makes it an attractive destination for backpacking and hiking experiences, since you will be bathing in its spectacular nature while avoiding the crowds. Finland hiking holidays give you the opportunity to explore this beautiful wilderness, away from the crowd and deep into its ancient forests and crystalline lakes. Finland's vast forest and lakes interrupted with small towns and villages are perfect for summer trips, especially in the North where the sunlight never sets during ten weeks at the end of the summer.
How to Get Around in Finland?
Finland has a variety of transportation options that backpackers can use to get around the country. These include biking, walking, car rentals, buses, and trains.
Biking is a great way to explore the country by yourself or with a group of friends. It's also an environmentally friendly option that doesn't require much infrastructure.
Walking is another great way to explore the countryside without having to worry about getting lost or dealing with traffic congestion. You can take walks in any part of Finland—even in the city—and there are usually plenty of trails available for pedestrians to follow.
Cars offer convenience for tourists and commuters alike; they're easy to use and provide access to almost everywhere in Finland. If you're looking for something more exclusive than public transport or just want some peace and quiet while traveling through Finnish towns and villages, renting a car might be your best bet.
Bus travel is very convenient if you need to get from one major city centre to another quickly, and it is affordable alternative to car renting.
Train travel is also a great way to see the country on a slow but scenic trip, and you can get up in the beautiful countryside. Trains also offer great views of Finnish towns and villages as they go by, making for an unforgettable backpacking experience.
What Is the Climate Like in Finland?
The climate conditions of Finland are temperate, which means that there is a moderate to cool weather with four seasons. The average temperature ranges from about -5 degrees Celsius in winter to about 25 degrees Celsius in summer. There's usually some rain or snowfall throughout the year but on average it's quite dry most of the time.
What Are Baltic Travel's Booking Conditions for Holidays in Finland?
You can find out more by reading our travel services listed on our booking conditions dedicated page, and make sure to check with your tour operators all the holidays details and financial protection when booking.
Are Baltic Travel's Finland Tour Packages Flight Inclusive holidays?
Yes, we offer flight inclusive holidays to all destinations. All the flights and flight-inclusive holidays are financially protected though ATOL scheme. If you need further information regarding your ATOL protection and travel arrangements, do not hesitate to contact our travel specialists.