Europe Tours from Helsinki
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10 best Europe tour packages from Helsinki
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- Baltic Experience
- Nordic & Baltic Escape
- Northern Capitals (Classic Group, 2025 Onward, 10 Days)
- Baltic Odyssey: A 8-Day Journey from Helsinki to Vilnius (Private tour)
- Ultimate Arctic Voyage: From Svalbard to Jan Mayen to Iceland, Operated by Quark
- Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle with Coastal Cruise
- Spitsbergen Highlights: Expedition in Brief, Operated by Quark
- New Year on the Baltic Sea - Helsinki - Stockholm
- Northern Lights and Lapland with Magnificent Europe Helsinki → Budapest (2026)
- Finland & Sweden: Highlights
Baltic Experience
40 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I have enjoyed multiple trips with Intrepid and love their small group travel style.”
Karl, traveled in May
Modern Helsinki transitions to medieval Tallinn and Riga, culminating in baroque Vilnius. Gulf of Finland ferries, local trains, and buses connect 4 countries over 12 days, featuring Sigulda's Turaida Castle and Lithuania's Hill of Crosses.
Duration 12 days Destinations Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,210
10% Off- US$2,889You save $321
Nordic & Baltic Escape
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Takes good selfies :)”
Emma, traveled in July
The Nordic route spans 1,500+ km through 6 countries, starting at Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral. A ferry crossing the Gulf of Finland leads to Tallinn, followed by travels through the Baltic states to Riga and Vilnius, before reaching Copenhagen via Malmö by comfortable coach.
Duration 11 days Destinations Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Sweden, Denmark Age Range 10 to 75 year olds Operator Expat Explore Travel From $1,980
18% Off- US$1,615You save $365
Finland's trendsetting capital Helsinki opens this Nordic tour, followed by an overnight Baltic cruise to Stockholm in A-Class sea-view cabins. The 10-day route connects 4 Nordic capitals across 4 countries, concluding in Copenhagen.
Duration 10 days Destinations Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Insight Vacations From $4,175
10% Off- US$3,758You save $417
Duration 8 days Destinations Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania Age Range 14 to 85 year olds Operator Kiktour From
10% Off- US$2,359
The 13-day Arctic expedition unfolds from Helsinki's Design District. The path continues to Longyearbyen, with cruising through Spitsbergen and Jan Mayen Island, before reaching Reykjavik. The 790-mile journey crosses the magnificent Greenland Sea.
Duration 13 days Destinations Finland, Svalbard, Norway, Iceland Age Range 18 to 80 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $10,795
31% Off- US$7,436You save $3,359
A spectacular route from Helsinki's Gulf peninsula leads through Finland's Arctic wilderness to Bergen's historic harbor. The 242-mile path from Ivalo to Honningsvag crosses the Arctic Circle at Rovaniemi. The finale features a 4-day coastal cruise aboard ships like the Richard With through Norway's fjords.
Duration 14 days Destinations Helsinki, Oulu, Rovaniemi, Ivalo, Karasjok, Honningsvag, Alta, Tromso, Bodo, TrondheimSee all destinations Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Globus From
31% Off- US$6,469+$222 upfront costs
Duration 7 days Destinations Finland, Svalbard, Norway Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $6,595
38% Off- US$4,076You save $2,519
Duration 4 days Destinations Helsinki, Stockholm Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator V.O.S – Vision of Scandinavia From
38% Off- US$584
Rock Church and Sibelius Monument visits in Helsinki precede flights to Rovaniemi's glass igloos. The 22-day route flows through Amsterdam's canals, along Rhine and Danube rivers, reaching Budapest after exploring 18 cities across 5 countries.
Duration 22 days Destinations Finland, Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator APT From
38% Off- US$12,902
Parliament and Temppeliaukio church visits in Helsinki launch this 1,200km Finnish-Swedish adventure. Ferry travel through Åland's 6,500 islands leads to Stockholm, featuring air-conditioned transport and boat tours under Stockholm's 12 bridges.
Duration 10 days Destinations Helsinki, Turku, Stockholm Age Range up to 85 year olds Operated in Only: German Operator SKR Reisen From
38% Off- US$3,678Incl: Return flight (Frankfurt Intl Airport)
What people love about Europe Tours from Helsinki
The Baltic Experience tour was a lot of fun! Our Tour Leader, Agata, was superb! The small tour size (we had six participants) meant we got to know each other well. The tour had a perfect mix of planned group activities and time to explore the sites on our own. The on-line tour description was accurate and extensive. Three cautions: Travel insurance is MANDATORY, somewhat expensive, and not included in the tour price. Many, like me, will commit to the tour not knowing this additional cost will be tacked on. Second, the tour sometimes involves significant walking (up to 30 minutes) from transportation facilities to hotels while carrying your own bags (two weeks of baggage), as well as walking tours that sometimes involve climbing as many as 800 steps. This is a tour for fairly young and fit participants. Finally, European hotels and home-stay facilities generally don't have air conditioning or screened windows, meaning sometimes in the summer you will have to choose between sleeping in hot, stuffy rooms or opening the windows for mosquitoes to enter. All that said, this was a thoroughly enjoyable and memorable experience and I would highly recommend it for fit, adventurous people with positive attitudes who can tolerate occasional less-than-luxurious accommodations.
Baltic Experience
- Nordic & Baltic Escape
Look is such an amazing, very energetic and helpful tour guide, he's the best!
- Helsinki to Warsaw
Helsinki to Poland tour by Expat Explore was well organized. However, it is too rushed. Ideal would be to add two more days and spread it out a bit. Lot of walking, therefore very tiring and difficult to keep up with the pace even for the not so old, especially in bad weather conditions. The hotels were very good except for one which was average. Breakfast at hotels were very good. Included lunches and dinners were okay. The optional tours were not fabulous. The tour guide highly recommends them all, but I was disappointed with each of them. On the whole, a good tour but very rushed and tiring.
What our customers ask about Europe Tours from Helsinki
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."