Luxury holidays in Finland

Finland Where untamed landscapes, cutting-edge design and Arctic adventure collide

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Extreme in climate and geography, this is a land of ultimate possibility

Hand-crafted holidays in Finland

Finland feels a little like stepping into a storybook: endless forests of birch and pine, glassy lakes and islands scattered across the wilderness. In winter, Lapland becomes a world of snow-dusted trees and frozen landscapes, where huskies race through the forest, reindeer roam freely and the Northern Lights flicker overhead. Come summer, the same wilderness is transformed beneath the midnight sun, with warm days spent swimming in secluded lakes, kayaking through quiet waterways and foraging for wild berries. And wherever you go, there’s the sauna: a deeply Finnish ritual of warming up, slowing down and taking a bracing dip in the lake. From the design and food scene of Helsinki to the wilds of Lapland, Finland has a way of making you feel like you’ve wandered into another world.

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Why travel to Finland with True Travel?

Finland is a country best experienced at your own pace. Spend a few days getting to know Helsinki, with its galleries, design studios and restaurants, before swapping the city for the quiet of the countryside. Stay in a glass cabin beneath the Arctic sky, settle into a lakeside hideaway or venture into the forests in search of wildlife.

For winter holidays in Finland, head north to Lapland for snowy adventures, from husky safaris and reindeer encounters to snowshoeing through silent forests. In summer, the landscape opens up beneath the midnight sun, making it the perfect time for hiking, kayaking, wild swimming and exploring Finland’s thousands of lakes and islands.

Whether you’re drawn to the Arctic wilderness, the calm of Finnish Lakeland or Helsinki’s creative energy, our tailor-made holidays to Finland are built around the experiences you want most. We’ll help you find the right places to stay, the best ways to explore and those quieter corners that can turn a trip to Finland into something truly memorable.

Specialist Tip

In Finnish Lapland during winter, try a traditional wood-fired sauna followed by a dip in an ice hole or a roll in the snow. It sounds daunting, but it is invigorating and a deeply authentic Nordic experience.

Liberty Gilmour, Head of Europe

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Places in Finland

Our Favourite Places Helsinki Helsinki sits on a peninsula jutting into the Baltic Sea, its design-led architecture and Nordic calm making it an easy, walkable capital to explore. The white-domed Helsinki Cathedral dominates Senate Square, while the nearby fortress island of Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, makes for an easy half-day trip by ferry. Sauna culture runs deep here, and a proper Finnish sauna, ideally followed by a dip in the sea, is close to essential.

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True Experiences in Finland

Explore a selection of our hand-picked experiences our Travel Designers can build into your holiday, from husky sledding to chasing the Northern lights.

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Husky sledding

Race through Finland’s snowy Arctic landscape on a husky sled, guided by a team of energetic sled dogs. Learn how to handle the sled before heading into the wilderness, where forests, frozen lakes and snow-covered trails create a quintessential Lapland experience.

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Chase the Northern Lights

Head into the Arctic wilderness in search of the Northern Lights, travelling away from artificial light for the best chance of seeing the aurora. With a local guide, learn how to read the forecast and photograph the shifting colours across the night sky.

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Octola

Designed for complete privacy, Octola offers an exclusive wilderness escape in the heart of Finnish Lapland. Surrounded by 300 hectares of private forest, it is an ideal base for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and searching for the Northern Lights far from any light pollution. Personalised service, Nordic cuisine and a dedicated guide ensure a seamless stay immersed in nature.

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Quick Answers

Common Questions

What currency is used in Finland?

The Euro (EUR) is the currency, and ATMs are widely available in Helsinki and Lapland’s main towns, so there’s little need to arrange currency before you travel. Contactless card payment is the norm for almost every transaction, including small purchases like a coffee.
What language is spoken in Finland?

Finnish and Swedish are both official languages, with Swedish spoken as a first language by a small but constitutionally protected minority, mainly along the coast. English is spoken confidently and widely across Finland regardless of region, making language rarely a practical concern for visitors.
What time zone is Finland in?

Finland operates on Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) in winter and Eastern European Summer Time (EEST, UTC+3) in summer. In Lapland specifically, the practical impact of clock time is less relevant for much of the year than the extended daylight or darkness itself, which shapes the day far more than the hour on a watch.
Is it true Finland has 24-hour darkness or daylight depending on season?

Yes, in Finnish Lapland, north of the Arctic Circle, the sun doesn’t rise at all for several weeks around the winter solstice, a period known as polar night, while in summer the reverse happens with continuous daylight, or midnight sun, for weeks at a time. Adjusting expectations around sleep and daily rhythm, particularly for a midsummer visit when it never truly gets dark, is worth doing before you arrive.
Can I drink the tap water in Finland?

Yes, tap water throughout Finland is safe to drink and consistently ranks among the best quality in the world, drawn largely from clean groundwater and lake sources. This holds true even in remote Lapland, where bottled water is entirely unnecessary rather than a cautious default.
Should I carry cash or are cards widely accepted?

Cards, particularly contactless, are accepted almost universally in Finland, and cash has become genuinely rare even for small purchases, including at remote Lapland husky or reindeer excursions. Carrying a card is more reliable here than carrying cash for virtually any situation you’ll encounter.
Is tipping expected in Finland?

No, tipping isn’t part of Finnish service culture, and prices are generally considered to include fair service already, similar to the broader Nordic approach to hospitality wages. Rounding up or leaving small change for exceptional service is a genuine bonus rather than an expectation anyone anticipates.
What plug sockets are used in Finland?

Finland uses Type C and Type F sockets, the standard European two-pin design, running at 230V. This is a widely recognised adapter shape, so most universal travel adapters cover it without any complication.
What should I pack for Finland?

Genuinely serious cold-weather layering matters for a winter Lapland trip, since temperatures well below freezing are the norm rather than an occasional dip, and thermal base layers under insulated outerwear make far more difference than one heavy coat alone. In summer, by contrast, lightweight layers and an eye mask for sleeping through continuous daylight are the more relevant packing considerations.
What should I know about sauna etiquette, including nudity norms?

Sauna is a deeply embedded part of Finnish daily life, and full nudity is standard practice within families or single-sex public saunas, while mixed-gender settings, more common in hotels, generally expect a towel or swimsuit. Sitting quietly and allowing the heat and steam to work rather than treating it as a quick novelty is closer to how Finns actually experience it.
Why do I need to watch for reindeer while driving in Lapland?

Reindeer roam freely across much of Lapland and cross roads unpredictably, including at dusk when visibility is already reduced, making them a genuine driving hazard rather than a picturesque backdrop. Driving at a measured pace on rural Lapland roads, particularly around dawn and dusk, is a real safety consideration rather than overcaution.