Walking tour with a Wilderness Guide
Overview
On this tour, you'll discover and learn about Helsinki’s landmarks, as well as the history and culture of Finland.
Sauna, lakes, islands, berries, nature, silence and wilderness means the world for Finnish people, why?...in this small-group walking tour, you'll find out why it is so important. Are you curious about how is to live in a country where the sun does not set at all in the summer, and in the wintertime, we don't get sunlight? I'll tell you how we can enjoy extreme conditions.
Do you want to taste some Finnish flavors? You got it!.. after our tour is done you'll have the chance to get a little taste of Finland by its unique candies that I’ll give to you.
Also, I'll give you the best tips for the rest of your stay in Helsinki, places to visit that probably you don't know that exist in the city, and if you want to do outdoors activities I'll give you the best options not far from the city.
* 2 traveler's minimum per tour.
* English Tour 10 am Spanish Tour 2 pm
What's Included
- Small-group tour
- Local guide
Meeting Location
Aleksanterinkatu 9
00100 Helsinki, Finland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Simonkatu 7
00100 Helsinki, Finland
What To Expect
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Senate Square
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Uspenski Cathedral
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Old Market Hall
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Helsinki Central Railway Station (pass by)
Kansalaistori
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mannerheim Statue
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kamppi Chapel of Silence
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Central Library Oodi
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers not used to walk long distances
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- English Tour 10 am Spanish Tour 2 pm
- Minimum 2 travellers per group
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-109181P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Small-group tour.
- Local guide.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 17..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Walking tour with a Wilderness Guide is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers not used to walk long distances
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Walking tour with a Wilderness Guide will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Small-group tour
- Local guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers not used to walk long distances
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- English Tour 10 am Spanish Tour 2 pm
- Minimum 2 travellers per group
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
