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Live Like a Local in a Finnish Cottage in Porkkala Archipelago

19 Reviews 4.95 out of 5 stars Based on 19 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Helsinki, Finland
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10 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Swedish, Finnish
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Overview

Experience cottage life in the Finnish Archipelago guided by locals living there. Enjoy Finnish sauna, the peace and quiet of nature and learn about Finnish cottage culture first-hand.

Our 3 packages guarantee an unforgettable experience whether you are seeking for a quiet get-away from city life, competing in traditional Finnish cottage games with your friends or looking for an adrenaline rush and bragging rights among your friends.

If you visit Finland without experiencing the cottage life, did you truly ever visit Finland?

We think not. That's why we - Henrik and Tristan - 2 local guys from Finland, invite you to Henrik's family cottage to show you around and let you live like a local for a day.

Together we combine our knowledge in the local Finnish cottage culture, the surrounding nature and the history of the Porkkala region. We are the friends you never knew you had in Finland, and we will take you on an adventure to the very core of Finnish culture.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch Traditional home-made Finnish cuisine
  • Snacks Traditional Finnish snacks and pastries
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    Meeting and Pickup

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    We pick you up at the bus stop in front of Kiasma (the Museum of Contemporary Art). The stop is 50 meters from the museum's entrance and approximately 500 meters from Helsinki Central Railway station. The tour will start and end here.

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    Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma

    The day will start at Kiasma's bus station in central Helsinki where you will be picked up. The roughly 1 hour car will take you through iconic places in central Helsinki, whereafter you will surprisingly quick find yourselves surrounded by nature on an island of your own. Once in Porkkala archipelago you will be treated with some entree snacks and once the dust has settled from the ride we will take you for a tour around the island whereafter more will follow according to the package you have chosen.
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    Helsinki

    Experience the cottage life on a family owned island in Porkkala archipelago.There are as many ways of enjoying time on a cottage as there are people in Finland, hence we offer an array of different packages suiting different wants.Our three packages guarantee an unforgettable experience whether you are seeking for a quiet get-away from city life, competing in traditional Finnish outdoor cottage games with your squad or looking for an adrenaline rush and bragging rights among your friends.
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    6 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Helsinki

    The day will end at Kiasma bus stop, or elsewhere in central Helsinki if you wish so. We will ride back all the way from Porkkala's breath-taking archipelago back to the busy streets of Helsinki
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Live Like a Local in a Finnish Cottage in Porkkala Archipelago?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-409972P1

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    What's Included

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    • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
    • LunchTraditional home-made Finnish cuisine
    • SnacksTraditional Finnish snacks and pastries
    • Private transportation

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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