Experience the Baltic states on this 12-day adventurous journey through Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. From the medieval spires of Tallinn and the funky bars of Riga to the Baroque-styled quirks of Vilnius. Visit colourful markets, be immersed in art and architecture and kayak on Lithuanian lakes. Hike through forests, learn about the layered history and indulge in home-cooked meals with friendly hosts. Join a trip with likeminded travellers and discover the rich history and fascinating customs of this region on a journey from Helsinki to Vilnius.
Countryside and village visits
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay, Guest House
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Berlin, Helsinki, Aukstaitija Na
Berlin, Helsinki, Aukstaitija National Park, Vilnius, Tallinn, Riga, Klaipeda, Spitz
Perfectly picturesque and surrounded by the 7 softly rounded, snow-capped fells of the Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, the village of Akaslompolo makes for superb cross-country skiing exploration whatever your ski ability. With over 300km of designated tracks - the most in Finland - trails vary from flat and easy to more demanding routes into the fells. There are even about 40km of trails that are illuminated at night for superb skiing even in the atmospheric twilight of the Polar Night in December and into January. The intricate network of signposted trails crisscross and intercept each other, so your route can even be changed halfway through, giving countless alternatives through the beautifully preserved Lappish landscape. There are even so-called 'warm tracks' on the upper fells where it might be as much as 15 degrees warmer than in the village!
Using cross-country trails directly from the hotel, follow the freshly prepared ski tracks to the frozen lake of Akaslomopojarvi, through peaceful ancient forest and pristine white and unspoilt nature. The trails are dotted with traditional Finnish kotas - small wigwam shaped huts where you can take a break from skiing to marvel at the silent snow covered landscapes - or enjoy Finnish hospitality in a skiers' cafe where you can try the local energy booster of a pulla (sweet sticky bun), munkki (the doughnut equivalent) and a hot blueberry juice.
Just 200km north of the Arctic Circle, this far north there are good opportunities to glimpse the celebrated Northern Lights. Street lights here are turned off at 10pm to showcase this extraordinary natural phenomenon. Admire from the hotel or take to your snowshoes as night falls in a guided search (payable locally) over the snow for the Aurora.
When you fancy a day off from skiing, a convenient ski bus connects Akaslompolo with the impressive Snow Village - constructed as the first snows come down in November, artists from around the globe come here to design and sculpt this intricately chiselled ice hotel. Or take the chair lift to the summit of 719m high Yllastunturi Fell - which gives the Yllas region its name - to savour the views at the highest restaurant in Finland.
Explore the Arctic Circle as you embark on a journey through the snow-covered wilderness. Over this 4-day express trip in Rovaniemi, get adventurous on the back of a reindeer sleigh, relax in a private sauna and learn to steer a husky sledge.
Winter adventureDog sledding
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hut, Resort
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi
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The hotels, coach bus, and ferries were clean and comfortable. Inga, our tour guide, was friendly and very knowledgeable. Piotr, the coach driver, was excellent at navigating the narrow roads. Overall, this was an excellent way to see the Nordic Countries.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
10-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Copenhagen, Helsinki, Bergen, Os
Copenhagen, Helsinki, Bergen, Oslo, Karlstad, Stockholm
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See the Northern Lights from Scandinavia's breathtaking mountaintops on this 10-day tour of Helsinki, Alta and Oslo. Journey through Finnish Lapland—250 km above the Arctic Circle to Ivalo, the Gateway to the North. From the comfort of your cosy cabin in Aurora Village, gaze out through the glass roof as the lights of the aurora borealis dance above. Cross the Finnish-Norwegian border to North Cape and sample caviar in Europe’s northernmost point, before a once-in-a-lifetime visit to a working husky farm. Here you will meet the Arctic dog-sled racing Alta huskies—a world-famous champion dog sledding team, before stopping in Tromsø, where the Indigenous Sámi community invites you to help feed their reindeer herd. The vacation draws to a close on the scenic, once-Viking, shores of the Oslofjord.
Adventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Tent
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Oslo, Helsinki, Ivalo, Honningsv
Oslo, Helsinki, Ivalo, Honningsvag, Alta, Troms
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Explore Finland's capital and South Karelia on this 5 day escorted tour. Discover the fascinating Finnish capital Helsinki with its rich culture & history before heading to the beautiful resort town of Lappeenranta on the shore of Lake Saimaa. Take in the spectacular scenery on an evening cruise around the lake and the Saimaa Canal.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Helsinki
Helsinki
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It’s fair to say, Scandinavia is having a moment. Perhaps several moments. With cutting edge minimalist design, five-star fusion cuisine, long life expectancy and a social system that runs like Danish clockwork, it seems every cafe, furniture store and political system on the planet can learn a thing or two from Europe’s latest hotspot. This is your chance to see it up close. From the inky Fjordlands of Norway’s coastline to the fish markets of Copenhagen, along with gems like Bergen, Lillehammer and the Swedish Lakes District. And like any well-plotted Danish drama, there’ll be a few surprises along the way.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Hut
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Copenhagen, Helsinki, Bergen, Gu
Copenhagen, Helsinki, Bergen, Gudvangen, Flam, Lillehammer, Mora, Stockholm, Gothenburg, Oslo
Snow, Santa Claus and the fascinating culture of the Sámi people await on this Arctic adventure in pursuit of the Northern Lights that dance across the dark winter skies of Finland and Sweden.
Northern lights tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Stockholm, Helsinki, Saariselka
Stockholm, Helsinki, Saariselka, Rovaniemi, Lulea, Kiruna
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Gather the family and prepare to experience the magic of Finland at wintertime on this epic 5 day adventure. You will be transported from Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland, to the spectacular Hossa National Park where you will spend four nights with your family in a beautiful eco-lodge. Along the way you will meet friendly reindeer, be whisked through snow-dusted woodlands by a team of incredible huskies and learn the traditional ways of life, and survival, in the remote Finnish wilderness from a local guide. Whether you’re building igloos, enjoying a campfire under the night sky waiting for the northern lights to appear, or trying snowshoeing on for size, there’s unforgettable fun to be had for travellers of all ages.
Winter adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
I had not heard of the company before so I was apprehensive about booking an international trip, but everything was seamless and easy. We saw all of the major highlights in each city, and transportation between countries was seamless. Our tour guides were knowledgeable and helpful, and everything was paced well.
Scandinavia has astonishing sightseeing for those who like nature or history. The experience was even better with Contiki. Ollie our trip manager and Tamas our drive provide a lot of historical information, curiosities and we were able to drive to some other places for sightseeing. Highly recommend it.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Lodge, Resort, Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Copenhagen, Helsinki, Stockholm
Copenhagen, Helsinki, Stockholm
27% OFF TODAY
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