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Finland holidays

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Best time to visit All year-round
Capital Helsinki
Population 5,549,937
Area 338,145km²
4.8/5

Average Customer Score
Based On 1362 Reviews

Overview

Wide-open landscapes are the backdrop to our unforgettable Finland holidays. The country is home to vast expanses of forest, almost 188,000 lakes and 37 national parks.

Finnish Lapland is a winter wonderland. Gently rolling fells blanketed in snow, frozen lakes and herds of reindeer tended by the native Sami. In Eastern Finland, ancient taiga forest is the natural habitat of brown bears, wolverines, lynx and other native wildlife. While in the south, Lakeland is dotted with thousands of beautiful lakes and tranquil waterways.

Winter holidays in Finland offer the chance to stay in a spectacular snowy wilderness, with great aurora-viewing potential and thrilling winter activities. And with our new direct flights getting there is easy.

During the summer, spot wildlife in the taiga forest, spend lazy days on a houseboat or take a leisurely self-drive around picturesque lakes. We’ll tailor your holiday to Finland to suit what you want to see and do.

team-in-location-jenna-finland1 Top tip – meet incredible human beings and hear real life stories. Get chatting with locals and unlock a treasure trove of stories about the northern lights and surrounding areas.
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Self Drive through Finnish Lakeland

Discover the watery wilderness of Finnish Lakeland, a sprawling area of lakes, forests and glorious accommodation where you can get close to nature and discover your inner peace on a summer self drive. Follow travel writer and photographer, Will Gray as he journeys through this untouched corner of Europe.

Finland holidays ideas

Explore a sample of the unforgettable holidays we can create – each one a starting point for your own adventure. Speak to our travel specialists and we’ll craft a journey that’s uniquely yours.

 

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Finland holiday styles

Whether you’re looking for an authentic winter break in search of the northern lights or a leisurely summer escape. A wildlife encounter under the midnight sun or an active family adventure, we’ll tailor your Finland holiday to suit you.

Finland regions

Eastern Finland

Picturesque lakes and brown bears are the big draw of East Finland, home to some fabulous scenery, idyllic villages, wetlands and ancient taiga forests.

Eastern Finland Holidays

Finnish Lakeland

Discover this sprawling area of lakes, forests, national parks and charming lakeside resorts ideal for a laid-back self-drive.

Finnish Lakeland Holidays
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Finnish Lapland

Vast wilderness makes this a magical destination all year round, whether you’re hunting the aurora or basking in the midnight sun.

Finnish Lapland Holidays
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Helsinki

Finland’s capital is a charming mix of styles: Art Nouveau influences as well as quirky modern touches means it never takes itself too seriously.

Helsinki Holidays

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Planning a trip to Finland

In the winter months, we have a fabulous range of places to stay in the heart of Finnish Lapland, from rustic lodges and boutique hotels to traditional log cabins. Explore the snow-covered wilderness on exhilarating activities such as snowmobiling or husky sledding. The properties are tucked away in forest, far from light pollution, where the nights bring an excellent chance to see the magical northern lights. You can even stay in an Aurora Bubble with a large window for laid back northern lights appreciation!

In contrast, the summer months bring the wonderful long days of the midnight sun, giving you time to explore Finland’s abundant nature. Hike forest trails, take to the water in a canoe or experience the thrill of quad biking. Roused from hibernation, brown bears mingle with lynx, wolverine and other wildlife in the taiga forest, while the extended days are perfect for a houseboat holiday on the lakes.

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The Finnish Experience

Log cabins form an intrinsic part of the Finnish experience, particularly in winter and feature prominently in our trips to Finland. The cabins we feature are built to a high standard and come in a variety of designs, for anything up to 6 persons, with kitchenette, dining facilities, lounge area and, of course, private sauna.

The sauna in Finland is a way of life and they are as common in homes as having your own bathroom. To rejuvenate in one after a day out in the crisp winter air is a habit to which you can soon become accustomed. Whilst traditionalists prefer wood or smoke saunas, those in our cabins are electric which means they are easy to switch on and regulate the temperature. Ask our Finland specialists about inclusive log cabin holidays for the ultimate Finnish Lapland experience including exhilarating winter activities.