Finland Travel Agents

Kimkim has selected the best Finland travel agents so you'll have a worry-free trip.
With kimkim you will connect directly to a local specialist in Finland who will personalize your trip to your specific tastes. Once we have a sense of who you are and what you're looking for, you'll be matched with the right local travel agent for you. Not everyone wants to get completely off the grid—but even if you want to hit the most popular sites and cities, kimkim ensures a customized experience, including lodging, guides, and transportation.
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Moonika Apart

(82 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Rovaniemi
Moonika specializes in: Sustainable trips, unique experiences, nature based tours, tailor-made tours, northern lights tours
Recent traveler reviews for Moonika:
"I cannot say enough good things about Moonika and the trip she planned for us." - by Robert, Jan 23, 2026 · see review
"We had an absolutely wonderful time in Finland, everything was planned perfectly by Moonika!" - by Jennie, Jan 5, 2026 · see review
"Moonika was wonderful to work with in planning a family trip for 10 to Finnish Lapland." - by Betty, Jan 1, 2026 · see review

Emerson Siimer

(44 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Estonia
Recent traveler reviews for Emerson:
"Our local specialist Emerson was just fantastic!" - by Ellyn, Feb 2, 2026 · see review
"Our trip advisor Emerson was on the top of everything." - by Anna, Jan 25, 2026 · see review
"Let me begin with Emerson." - by Daniele, Jan 17, 2026 · see review

Krista Muuk

(34 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Kristiansand
Recent traveler reviews for Krista:
"Enjoyed the overall experience working with kimkim and Krista." - by Maureen, Dec 5, 2025 · see review
"Choosing KimKim and working with Krista and the whole team made this adventure unforgettable." - by Amy, Oct 24, 2025 · see review
"Krista was a fabulous trip planner, who helped us figure out a great itinerary, and made really helpful suggestions." - by Inette, Aug 1, 2025 · see review

Kadri Talvik

(32 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Norway
Kadri specializes in: Northern lights, Culture, Fjords, Nature, Tailor-made adventures
Recent traveler reviews for Kadri:
"Kadri was very helpful with organizing our trip to Sweden." - by Celine, Dec 30, 2025 · see review
"But everything worked out and it was wonderful to work with Kadri and her team!" - by Erin, Oct 10, 2025 · see review
"Thank you to Kadri & Fenne for helping me plan & book our exquisite girls’ trip to Norway!" - by Judy, Aug 25, 2025 · see review

Merée Ruzits

(29 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Kristiansand
Recent traveler reviews for Merée:
"Merée was just incredible at organising everything and very patient with us." - by Juliet, Jul 24, 2023 · see review
"Merée's expertise ensured smooth transportation, varied excursions, comfortable stays in historic hotels, and solid guidance on a good route for exploring the beautiful southern fjordlands in the time we had available (11 days)." - by J, Jun 12, 2023 · see review
"Merée, our assigned specialist did not disappointed!" - by Gerard, Dec 26, 2022 · see review

Ethel Laul

(27 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Norway
Recent traveler reviews for Ethel:
"Ethel and Jacob worked with us and delivered a very well planned vacation." - by Tyler, May 24, 2025 · see review
"The trip was amazing that Ethel put together She extremely patient with my many changes to our travel plans." - by Carol, Sep 13, 2024 · see review
"Ethel really listened to our interests and built a trip allowing us to see a good portion of the country in our limited two week time frame." - by Sherry, Jul 31, 2024 · see review

Maria Shephard

(25 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Kristiansand
Maria specializes in: Nature, Food, Adventure
Recent traveler reviews for Maria:
"The whole experience from planning with Maria and then traveling with the help of the rest of the team was absolutely perfect." - by Rita, Jun 25, 2025 · see review
"Maria did a wonderful job tailoring the trip to our interests." - by Katie, Jul 28, 2024 · see review
"To plan our Norway trip we worked mostly with Maria (and some with Fenne), both of whom were very helpful in figuring out the best itinerary for us." - by Rob, Jul 21, 2024 · see review

Anders Westlund

(19 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Kristiansand
Anders specializes in: Adventure, Local Cuisine, Diving, Culture
Recent traveler reviews for Anders:
"Anders and the team were knowledgeable and efficiently mapped out a great trip for us." - by Denise, Sep 28, 2025 · see review
"Anders and the rest made some great choices for hotels and activities in areas that were completely foreign to us and our entire group of 10 enjoyed every minute." - by David, Sep 23, 2025 · see review
"Anders did a great job of taking the list of activities I wanted and creating an itinerary." - by Teresa, Sep 1, 2025 · see review

Eline Rasmussen

(4 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Kristiansand, Norway
Hi! My name is Eline. I grew up in the idyllic city of Krisiansand, Norway. I have lived in all three countries of Scandinavia, and I have grown to like the beautiful culture, nature and experiences the nordic countries have to offer. As I grew up in a coastal city, I got to explore the... read more

Roy Pushpak

(2 reviews)
Finland Travel Agent based in Kristiansand
Roy specializes in: Fjord tours, northern lights, heritage walks, nature hikes, outdoor adventures
Hello ! I am Roy, your local travel specialist based at Kristiansand in southern Norway. I am here to help you realize your Nordic travel dreams: be it chasing the Northern lights, witnessing the awesome beauty of the majestic fjords, encountering its unique wildlife, kayaking under the midnight... read more

Alise Permanicka

(1 review)
Finland Travel Agent based in Helsinki
Alise specializes in: Nature-based tours, Art, history and architecture tours, Sustainable and responsible travel, Tailor-made tours, Authentic experiences, Birdwatching and wildlife
Hi, I’m Alise! I’m originally from Latvia, spent eight years in Estonia, and now call Finland my home. My ties to the Baltics and Nordics run deep, and I feel at home surrounded by its forests, lakes, rich history, and cultural traditions. I love helping travelers discover the charm of the... read more

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Trip Reviews for Finland

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
4.9
Based on 144 ratings

We love Kimkim!
Finland | Jan 21 - Jan 30, 2026

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Ellyn V.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Feb 02, 2026
We love Kimkim! I took a chance with it and organized a trip to Greece, which was great…..but could they do it again??? YES!!!!! Our local specialist Emerson was just fantastic! He worked patiently with me to organize a trip that met our fantasies of what a trip to view the Northern Lights might be. We went snowmobiling with Lauri of Lazy Santa Safaris, who was the perfect guide. That was followed by a reindeer sleigh ride at Sieriporo reindeer farm and by the highlight of our trip,... Read more

We love Kimkim! I took a chance with it and organized a trip to Greece, which was great…..but could they do it again??? YES!!!!! Our local specialist Emerson was just fantastic! He worked patiently with me to organize a trip that met our fantasies of what a trip to view the Northern Lights might be. We went snowmobiling with Lauri of Lazy Santa Safaris, who was the perfect guide. That was followed by a reindeer sleigh ride at Sieriporo reindeer farm and by the highlight of our trip, dog sledding at Bearhill. The timing of activities was perfect, not too many not too few. The transportation links were seamless and the accommodations that Emerson arranged were right up our alley! His suggestions were always spot on. We can’t thank him enough.

Local specialist: Emerson Siimer
Emerson
Emerson Siimer
Local specialist in Estonia | Replied on Feb 03, 2026

Thank you for your kind review. It was truly nice working with you, and I really appreciated how easy and pleasant the planning process was together. I’m glad to hear that the balance of activities, timing, and accommodations worked well for you, and that the experiences with our local partners became memorable highlights of your trip. Thank you for the trust, and I would be happy to help again in the future.

We visited Finland in January 26. Our trip ad...
Finland | Jan 18 - Jan 24, 2026

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Anna P.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
We visited Finland in January 26. Our trip advisor Emerson was on the top of everything. From trip planning to help in Finland. The hotels were amazing and unique. The Glass resort in Santa Clause village and Haave in Rovaniemi were absolutely the best. Very personal and well thought. We had everything we might need and more. The adventures were great (husky sledding, reindeer safari, and very authentic sauna). Walking tours in Helsinki (tour guide Ruslan) and in Tallinn were fun and... Read more

We visited Finland in January 26. Our trip advisor Emerson was on the top of everything. From trip planning to help in Finland. The hotels were amazing and unique. The Glass resort in Santa Clause village and Haave in Rovaniemi were absolutely the best. Very personal and well thought. We had everything we might need and more. The adventures were great (husky sledding, reindeer safari, and very authentic sauna). Walking tours in Helsinki (tour guide Ruslan) and in Tallinn were fun and very informative. Transfers were easy and very timely. The overnight train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi was fun. We would highly recommend Emerson and KimKim for travel. They have many destinations and we will use them again in the future.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Fabian
Helsinki
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Walking distance to everything
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Overnight Train
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Glass resort
Rovaniemi

It was the most beautiful resort located in the magical forest. Amenities were amazing from the private hot tub to sauna to the dinner and breakfast.

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Haawe Boutique Apart Hotel
Rovaniemi

Located in the heart of Rovaniemi the hotel had everything. With well stocked refrigerator and hygiene necessities to unique design of each room. The hotel has very private touch. Highly efficient high tech .

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Activity Reviews
Adults Only Husky Adventure
Adults Only Husky Adventure
Finland

So much fun The dogs were so happy and well kept

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Helsinki City Walking Tour (3h)
Helsinki City Walking Tour (3h)
Helsinki

Ruslan, tour guide, is very knowledgeable and passionate about the city. Tour was very well planned

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Tallinn Day Trip
Tallinn Day Trip
Helsinki
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Flexible Northern Lights Hunting
Flexible Northern Lights Hunting
Finland

We didn't see aurora but it was our guide fault. He was very helpful and knowledgeable

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Group Reindeer Safari and Farm Visit
Group Reindeer Safari and Farm Visit
Rovaniemi

Lots of fun

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Finnish Sauna Experience
Finnish Sauna Experience
Rovaniemi

Very unique and authentic. We got to see aurora at the lake as the bonus

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Resort - City Center Private Transfer
Finland
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Local specialist: Emerson Siimer
Emerson
Emerson Siimer
Local specialist in Estonia | Replied on Jan 29, 2026

Thank you so much for the kind words - I’m really glad you had such a great time in Finland and Tallinn. It was a pleasure planning this trip for you, and I’m happy everything from the hotels to the adventures and transfers worked smoothly. I truly appreciate the recommendation and would love to help you plan your next journey whenever you’re ready.

I cannot say enough good things about Moonika...
Finland | Jan 10 - Jan 19, 2026

Robert
Robert M.
Harrison, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
I cannot say enough good things about Moonika and the trip she planned for us. From the beginning stages, Moonika was engaged and responded quickly to all messages. She really tailored the whole itinerary around the things we wanted to do and see. She also gave great recommendations for activities and accommodations. It was incredibly easy to plan our trip thanks to Moonika. Once we arrived in Tallinn, our first destination, everything ran incredibly smoothly. All of our transfers arrived on... Read more

I cannot say enough good things about Moonika and the trip she planned for us. From the beginning stages, Moonika was engaged and responded quickly to all messages. She really tailored the whole itinerary around the things we wanted to do and see. She also gave great recommendations for activities and accommodations. It was incredibly easy to plan our trip thanks to Moonika. Once we arrived in Tallinn, our first destination, everything ran incredibly smoothly. All of our transfers arrived on time, all our tickets/passes had been pre-loaded in the app and ready to go, it was all so easy. Moonika checked in during our trip to make sure everything was going well and communicated with us about any disruptions or changes. We had such an amazing trip to Tallinn and the Lapland region and Moonika played an integral role in all of it. If you’re thinking of traveling to the Baltics or Lapland, you should definitely work with Moonika. You will not be disappointed and will be rewarded with an awesome trip.

Hotel Reviews
Schlössle Hotel
Tallinn

This hotel was incredible! It had a ton of charm and was so nice and cozy. It is conveniently located in the old town and within walking distance to many tourist areas and restaurants. The staff was great, especially Patrick who made us smile every time we saw him. The room was one of the nicest rooms we have ever stayed in, perfectly combined old world charm with modern conveniences. We only ate breakfast at the hotel, but it was very good with lots of options and great service.

Authenticity & Character
Loved the old style combined with modern conveniences
Location
Central to anything you want to do
Staff
Patrick made us smile everyday The entire staff was very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Aurora Village
Ivalo

We really enjoyed our stay at the Aurora Village. The igloo was roomy and comfortable. The staff were all incredibly nice and helpful. They provide you with a set of thick, warm overalls for any activity you might do. The restaurant and bar had great food and service. There is a little lounge area that was perfect for playing games during our down time. The hotel has lots of activities that they are happy to arrange for you. If you want to into town, the hotel has a shuttle available for a small charge or they will call you a taxi. When we were done in town, I called the front desk and they contacted a taxi to pick us up. We will definitely be returning!

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Activity Reviews
Levi Fell Snowmobile Adventure
Levi Fell Snowmobile Adventure
Levi

This was such a fun experience! Emmi was our guide and we had a blast with her. We were fortunate in that the schedule worked out so that it was just my wife and I on the adventure. Emmi tailored the whole experience to us and it couldn’t have been more fun. The scenery was stunningly beautiful and the stop at the cafe was a nice, cozy break. Emmi even talked to other guides about the conditions of the trails for the return and picked what she felt would be the safest and most picturesque way back. Thank you Emmi for a great snowmobile adventure.

Quality of Experience
Emmi was great!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Again, Emmi was great , the driver picked us up from our hotel on time, staff was friendly and made the experience very easy.
Transport
Long Husky Safari
Long Husky Safari
Finland

This is easily one of the coolest things I have ever done! We loved dog sledding! This location actually raises and trains dogs for actual competition sledding so the dogs are very well taken care of and looked after. We received thorough instructions on how to control the sled prior to heading out. The trails go through some really spectacular scenery and it’s actually pretty quiet and smooth on the sled. The tour stopped at a cozy hut where our guide prepared soup and hot beverages. During the excursion, she gave plenty of guidance on difficult areas of the trail, downhills, uphills, sharp turns, etc. the dogs are also really friendly and you have an opportunity to pet them. This is definitely a must-do activity if you go to the Ivalo area.

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Local specialist: Moonika Apart
Moonika
Moonika Apart
Local specialist in Rovaniemi | Replied on Jan 26, 2026

Hello Robert,

Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means a lot to hear this, and I’m really happy you had such a great trip. It was a pleasure planning everything for you, and I’m so glad it all came together so smoothly. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. I hope to have you as our guests again in the future!

Bets,
Moonika

The Best Itinerary -- Emerson was tops!
Finland | Jan 10 - Jan 19, 2026

Moses
Moses K.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
All of our guides for our tours were fantastic! Iga (Reindeer Tour), Sanni (Northern Lights Tour), and Cecilia(?) (Horse Sleigh Tour), and Mark (Ranua Wildlife Park). I'm sorry to have missed the photography tour as the Ranua park took a lot out of me to make the parts we did make. The overall itineray was awesome! Transfers, Hotels, Trains -- from pickup in Rovaniemi and delivery to Helsinski airport was great! Of course with any itinerary as complex as ours, there are bound to be... Read more

All of our guides for our tours were fantastic! Iga (Reindeer Tour), Sanni (Northern Lights Tour), and Cecilia(?) (Horse Sleigh Tour), and Mark (Ranua Wildlife Park). I'm sorry to have missed the photography tour as the Ranua park took a lot out of me to make the parts we did make.

The overall itineray was awesome! Transfers, Hotels, Trains -- from pickup in Rovaniemi and delivery to Helsinski airport was great! Of course with any itinerary as complex as ours, there are bound to be hiccups. None were so bad that would degrade how we feel the overall trip went.

Hiccups with maybe more transparency or info? Use of VR app, FAQ how the train would work, FAQ how to get taxi and other local transport for any of our side adventures, etc.

Hotel Reviews
Lapland Sky Ounasvaara
Rovaniemi

Nice and comfortable. Great touch with a private sauna in the room. Was a little cold being outside of the hotel proper. We had a few bags and was difficult to get to room on checkin and bags to lobby on checkout. Food was FANTASTIC! We were totally excited and were tastefully surprised. Dining room as awesome but very cold by the glass. Heat was a little light and definitely needed the provided blankets to be near the glass for the amazing night views.

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Hotel Fabian
Helsinki

Fantastic staff! They got is checked in and informed us our breakfast bags will be ready in the morning. Never had to ask. We were there for just an overnight stay and the room was unbelievable. Quaint and quiet to get a great night sleep before our early morning departure to catch our flight. Definitely would enjoy staying there again!

Authenticity & Character
rustic and modern at the same time! Comfort and ambiance focused on the guest -- loved it!
Location
Staff
very nice and smiling! And, friendly too!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Reindeer Safari in the Nature of Lapland
Reindeer Safari in the Nature of Lapland
Rovaniemi

Our hosts and tour guide were amazing! Lots of info and stories. Examples and samples were great. Perfect timing to warm up on a very cold morning!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
love the extra pictures Iga took and provided us! Super quality.
Transport
Ranua Wildlife Park Visit
Ranua Wildlife Park Visit
Finland

Super time to see the animals that were available to be seen. We were there during extreme cold weather so picture we made were great!

Quality of Experience
Food
The restaurant food was pretty nice! Tasty!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mark was fantastic. Lots of history, information about the animals, and insights to some of them from his past journeys in the wild. Really LOVED his photo ordeals for National Geographic!
Transport
Evening Horse Sleigh Ride
Evening Horse Sleigh Ride
Finland

Both ladies (forget their names correctly) were exceptionally accommodating with our group. Talked about the history behind the Finnish Horses and our horse that was pulling the sleigh. Nice stories. We were lucky and the 2nd night in a row, we saw Northern Lights. Activity was too fast and in the middle of snowing -- no good pictures.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mark was amazing with the in context stories about the animals in the park and sharing his own experiences capturing them on film, in the wild.
Transport
Northern Lights Tour
Northern Lights Tour
Rovaniemi

AMAZING! Early in the tour seemed it might be a little disappointing with slight cloud cover. We got lucky! Very pretty lights of many colors.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Sanni was amazing, Informative, and empathetic and helpful in working with my gear for best pictures.
Transport
transport was a little packed but still somewhat comfortable.
Local specialist: Emerson Siimer
Emerson
Emerson Siimer
Local specialist in Estonia | Replied on Jan 27, 2026

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the guides and overall itinerary, and we’ll be sure to pass your compliments along.

We also appreciate your feedback about clearer info around the VR app, trains, and local transport -this is very helpful for improving future trips.

Warm thanks again for traveling with us!

Highly Recommend Alise for Finland and Estonia!
Finland | Dec 31 - Jan 11, 2026

Alison
Alison D.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
We recently traveled to Finland and Estonia during the winter from USA. We typically plan trips and travel on our own when we leave the states. Because the weather can be unpredictable in Northern Finland in January, I decided to use an agent to help us with this trip. After doing research, we decided to go with Alise from KimKim as her initial itinerary was more in line with what we were looking for. After three iterations, she got the itinerary to fulfill every one of our wishes and within... Read more

We recently traveled to Finland and Estonia during the winter from USA. We typically plan trips and travel on our own when we leave the states. Because the weather can be unpredictable in Northern Finland in January, I decided to use an agent to help us with this trip. After doing research, we decided to go with Alise from KimKim as her initial itinerary was more in line with what we were looking for. After three iterations, she got the itinerary to fulfill every one of our wishes and within budget. She made the entire process very easy, communication was timely and clear, and she worked with me to plan an itinerary that was exactly what my family and I wanted to do. She seemlessly booked hotels, tranfers, private walking tours, and excursions. Every transport she arranged was punctual and friendly. The day trips were coordinated through small group companies - we always felt as if we were traveling in style - it matched what we paid for, and we were never disappointed. If you plan to do Snowmobiles, make sure you are a small group tour. We went out with 4 snowmobiles only. We passed some trips that had endless lines of snowmobiles, which I assume would have been far less fun and personable. If you do Huskies or Reindeer, be sure to go to a farm (don't do it at Santa Village, for ex.). The experience is much more personal, you will be supporting local farmers/kennels, and get a more one on one experience. We also did the ice floating which was surreal - like being a marshmallow on a water bed! Be sure to follow up if anything is included with your hotel. For ex., we stayed at the Hobo Hotel in Helsinki and it included tickets to Allas Sauna and Pools. The igloo hotel we stayed in included dinner and breakfast. Tell Alise what you are looking for (hotel in center of town, hotel with family suite, hotel in forest, whatever) and she will find options for you. It was fun to meet her when we arrived in Helsinki - definitely appreciate all she did to create a seemless and memorable trip to the Arctic.

Hotel Reviews
Hobo Hotel
Helsinki

Loved this hotel. Very modern and clean. Location is fantastic - and Fazer is right across the way (good and bad if you know what I mean). The family room was plenty big for the four of us. And it comes with day tickets to Allas Pools and Sauna. Great place to stay in the center of Helsinki.

Authenticity & Character
modern and clean - hipster type hotel
Location
Perfect spot in the heart of it all (but not noisy)
Staff
super attentive, friendly, and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
clean clean clean!
CRU Boutique Hotel Tallinn
Tallinn

The hotel is in a 500 year old building but is immaculately maintained. Rooms were charming and comfortable and clean. The only negative is that there are lots of stairs and no elevator - so if you are elderly or have a lot of heavy luggage, I would not recommend this hotel. Otherwise it is a perfect location, full of character and charm, centrally located in old town - a very memorable stay.

Authenticity & Character
Super unique and charming location
Location
In the old town - centrally located
Staff
Friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean
Overnight Train

The overnight train was certainly an experience we won't forget. The cabins are TINY. If you have larger luggage, this might not be the trip for you. We had a private bathroom, which I would recommend. Although you wouldn't want to shower, it was key having a private toilet. Another note - if you are elderly, or plan to have a lot and/or heavy luggage, you might consider another way to get up north. If you stay on the second story, you have lug your bags up a few sets of very tight stairs.

Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle
Rovaniemi

We had a premium family igloo - it was amazing. Super fun to be together as a family for this experience. The igloo was CLEAN, the main lobby/restaurant area was cozy, and location to Santa Village perfect. And we got to see the Northern Lights while there that night!!! What an amazing sight, and definitely the highlight of our trip to Lapland.

Authenticity & Character
super unique experience
Location
If you want to be able to walk to Santa Village, this is the place. Lovely igloos, remote enough to see the lights - restaurant delicious as well.
Staff
helpful, friendly, patient
Cleanliness & Comfort
clean clean clean
Posti Boutique Hotel Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi

The hotel is very well maintained and the staff were super helpful and nice. The reason for 3 stars...location. It is about 18min walk to town, which was too far in the -20 degree weather so we had to Uber to town. The lobby/bar/restaurant in the hotel closes at 10pm, so if you come home after an evening excursion, there is nowhere to get a snack or drink. Also, one of the nights we were there, the fire alarm went off around 12am. There is NO staff at the hotel after 10pm, so all of us guests were scurrying to figure out what to do and how to handle contacting the fire department. The hotel is clean, rooms were spacious, but would have preferred something a bit closer to the center of Rovaniemi.

Authenticity & Character
Clean and comfortable
Location
too far from main center of town (when cold)
Staff
nice and friendly, helpful (but not there after 10pm)
Cleanliness & Comfort
clean
Hotel Arthur
Helsinki

Location is good - definitely in the heart of Helsinki and you can walk to all the highlights. The room was big, good for a family of four which was a bonus. The reason for the 3 star review - it's a little outdated, rooms weren't as clean as our other hotels, and the breakfast was subpar. Staff was super friendly and helpful...the hotel could just use a bit of a refresh.

Authenticity & Character
a bit outdated and in need of some upgrades
Location
centrally located
Staff
friendly, helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
just meh on cleanliness factor
Activity Reviews
Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour
Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour
Tallinn

Our guide was amazing...so knowledgeable, personable, funny - loved this tour. And Tallinn is so enchanting - a must do if you can.

Quality of Experience
Our tour guide brought Tallinn to life in a very special way
Guides, Drivers and Staff
so nice and helpful
Transport
the ferry was super prompt - easy trip.
Chasing the Northern Lights by Snowmobile (Adults)
Chasing the Northern Lights by Snowmobile (Adults)
Rovaniemi

We used Wild About Lapland for this excursion and I am sooooo glad we did. They offer small group experiences - our tour went out with just 4 snowmobiles (unlike others we passed with like 20 or more). Because it was a small group, we could go faster and longer. When we stopped to grill sausages and have cocoa, we could spend time chatting and telling stories with the guide and other travelers. Very fun - but layer up because it's coooollllddd out there!

Quality of Experience
small group made it so much better
Guides, Drivers and Staff
super fun guide
Transport
timely, efficient
Helsinki City Walking Tour (2h)
Helsinki City Walking Tour (2h)
Helsinki

It was nice to walk around Helsinki and hear some insight into the architecture, culture, food, etc. Although our guide was a bit dry, it was a good way to spend New Years Day since lots of stuff was closed.

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Arctic SnowHotel Visit
Arctic SnowHotel Visit
Rovaniemi

We did this trip since our kids have never been to a snow hotel before. It was a fun day trip but not anything you would regret missing if you don't have the time. The hotel is fun to explore - and if you have little ones (we don't) they would have a lot of fun running around this place.

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Aurora Ice Floating
Aurora Ice Floating
Finland

Super unique and surreal experience. The suit feels like you are walking on the moon, and then when you are floating, you feel like a marshmallow on a water bed. Fun, different, memorable - so worth the trip if you have the time.

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Group Reindeer Safari and Farm Visit
Group Reindeer Safari and Farm Visit
Rovaniemi

We loved going to the farm to learn about Reindeer and reindeer farming. This experience was very different for us as we come from the states and do not have reindeer here. The guide was smart and caring - although we wished we had done some faster sledding, it was super peaceful going through the forest on a reindeer driven sled. The landscape was breathtaking, the sounds of the reindeer walking was relaxing, it was definitely very calm and peaceful. And of course the day we did this, it was like -35 degrees - so it was COLD. Layer up, and when you think you have enough layers, add one more - because man oh man it was COLD.

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Family Husky Safari
Family Husky Safari
Finland

Of all the experiences we had in Lapland, this was our family's favorite. It was fast and fun, cold, breathtaking, and stunning. The dogs were so friendly - the landscape was crazy memorable. The guides and staff were so knowledgeable. We loved everything about this trip. But it is COLD - like bitingly cold, so bundle up - and when you think you are done, add another layer! We did an earlier excursion and got to see the sun rise above the frozen lake - highly recommend trying to catch that.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
smart, kind
Transport
Food & Beer Tasting Tour
Food & Beer Tasting Tour
Helsinki

Our guide was super friendly, energetic, and truly wanted to enrich our understanding of the finnish culture. We really enjoyed spending time with him. The food tour was a bit lacking - we started at the market and had a sample of traditional Finnish food (raw salmon, smoked reindeer, and shrimp salad). But that was it - he showed us stuff around the market and explained the food but we never got to try any of it which was disappointing. He then took us to a restaurant where we ordered from the menu, then we went to Fazer and got a bag of chocolates. I wish we had done more tasting, particularly in the market - and especially at Fazer. But - the guide was amazingly smart and personable. Loved spending the time with him and hearing his perspective as he was not a native finnish person. We ended the tour with a wine tasting - that saved this experience. He took us to a local wine shop and the owner introduced us to three european wines from very small wineries. Overall, it would have better to do a true tasting (small bits here and there of all things Finland, rather than stop in a restaurant to order a meal).

Quality of Experience
Food
wish we had tasted more unusual things, with more a variety
Guides, Drivers and Staff
guide was awesome
Transport
we walked but city is super walkable
Local specialist: Alise Permanicka
Alise
Alise Permanicka
Local specialist in Helsinki | Replied on Jan 20, 2026
Hi Alison, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful and honest feedback. I truly appreciate you highlighting what you enjoyed as well as where things could have been a bit better, as this really helps us continue to improve. I’m very happy to hear that the trip plan matched your wishes and budget and that the planning process went smoothly overall. I’m especially thrilled that you were able to see the Northern Lights during your stay, what a special experience! :)... Read more

Hi Alison,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful and honest feedback. I truly appreciate you highlighting what you enjoyed as well as where things could have been a bit better, as this really helps us continue to improve.

I’m very happy to hear that the trip plan matched your wishes and budget and that the planning process went smoothly overall. I’m especially thrilled that you were able to see the Northern Lights during your stay, what a special experience! :)

Thank you again for trusting me with your trip, and I would be delighted to help you plan another adventure in the future.

Warm greetings,
Alise