{"id":15126,"date":"2026-04-24T10:41:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T05:11:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/?p=15126"},"modified":"2026-04-24T10:44:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T05:14:12","slug":"things-to-do-in-finland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-finland\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Things to Do in Finland: Best Places to Go &#038; Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<table style=\"font-size: 17px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Key Takeaways:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The northern lights season in Finland runs from September to March<\/li>\n<li>Lapland is the best place for auroras, husky sledging, reindeer safaris, glass igloos and most winter adventures<\/li>\n<li>Finland experiences the midnight sun in northern regions from late May to mid-July<\/li>\n<li>Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi is accessible throughout the year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The world knows Finland as the happiest country in the world, but there\u2019s much more to it than just that title. It is home to some truly magical experiences, such as the northern lights in winter and the midnight sun in summer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With over 180,000 lakes and 75% forest cover, life here stays closely connected to nature. The sauna culture pulls the Finns even closer to nature\u2019s rhythm.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond that, Finland is a place where historical and modern architecture, design and technology come together, and the best example is Helsinki, the country\u2019s capital.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And for all these reasons and more, Finland is a country well worth exploring for someone from India. If you are planning your first visit, this guide will help you make the most of it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Hunting Northern Lights in Lapland<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people visit Finland for the northern lights, and Lapland, the northernmost part of the country, is the best place to see them. Lapland lies beneath the auroral oval, a region around the Arctic Circle where northern lights are most active.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And even in Lapland, the farther north you go, the better your chances of seeing vivid northern lights.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utsjoki, Kilpisj\u00e4rvi, and Inari are great places to see them because they are far north and often have clear, dark skies. You can also spot them from places like Rovaniemi and Levi, which are easier to reach, but head away from the streetlights to increase your chances.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The northern lights season in Finland runs from September to March. And among them, September, October and March are the best months for seeing them. This is because around autumn and spring equinoxes, conditions near the poles are more favourable for frequent auroras. In 2026, the autumn equinox falls on September 23, and the coming spring equinox is on March 21, 2027.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During these months, the temperatures are also manageable compared to deep winter, and you\u2019ll also find fewer crowds and lower prices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Auroras can appear anytime it&#8217;s dark, but they are most commonly seen from 10 pm to 2 am, with the strongest activity around midnight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can join group aurora tours or go on a private northern lights hunt in Finland. Group tours usually cost around 8000-18,000 INR per person. Private tours can cost between 50,000 and 1,00,000+ INR per group, depending on how personalised and unique your experience is.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are travelling with young children or the elderly, consider watching auroras from glass igloos. They are accommodations designed to watch the northern lights and are usually priced from 25,000 to 100,000+ per night.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spending 3 to 4 nights in Lapland increases your chances of seeing the auroras, since they are a natural occurrence and cannot be guaranteed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15130\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15130\" style=\"width: 343px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/hunting-northern-lights-in-lapland.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15130\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/hunting-northern-lights-in-lapland.jpg\" alt=\"Hunting Northern Lights in Lapland\" width=\"353\" height=\"441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/hunting-northern-lights-in-lapland.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/hunting-northern-lights-in-lapland-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 353px) 100vw, 353px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15130\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DVJaVdJDMiK\/\">Hunting Northern Lights in Lapland<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Go for Husky Sledging or Reindeer Safaris<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Husky sledging and reindeer safaris are two fun activities where a team of huskies or reindeer pull your sledge through snow-covered Arctic wilderness. Husky sledging is a little fast-paced and exciting, while reindeer safaris are slow and calm. If you have time, try both.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both experiences are part of life in the Arctic. Reindeer herding has been part of Lapland\u2019s culture for centuries. And husky safaris have become one of the most popular winter activities today.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most safaris start in places like Rovaniemi and Saariselk\u00e4, and the tours often include meeting the animals and short rides through the forests to enjoy wildlife. Prices depend on how long the ride is and what\u2019s included.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short husky rides can start at approximately 9,000-14,000 INR, while longer safaris (2-3 hours) typically cost 17,000-24,000 INR per person. Short reindeer safaris can cost around 7000-11,000 INR and 17,000-22,000 INR for longer rides.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15131\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15131\" style=\"width: 371px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/go-for-husky-sledging-or-reindeer-safaris.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15131\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/go-for-husky-sledging-or-reindeer-safaris.jpg\" alt=\"Go for Husky Sledging or Reindeer Safaris\" width=\"381\" height=\"476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/go-for-husky-sledging-or-reindeer-safaris.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/go-for-husky-sledging-or-reindeer-safaris-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15131\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DTJHxQ6j9k0\/\">Go for Husky Sledging or Reindeer Safaris<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Visit Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi is known as the hometown of Santa Claus and is located right on the Arctic Circle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here you can meet Santa in person, take photos with him, and send postcards from his post office. Another unique thing is that you can cross the Arctic Circle, a long white line on the pavement, and bring home a certificate for doing so.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close to Santa\u2019s main office, there\u2019s the Elf Hat Academy, where you can take a 30-minute interactive theatrical show to learn \u2018elf wisdoms\u2019, elf dances, languages and mainly how to behave like elves. After the experience, participants receive a certificate and an elf hat as souvenirs. Families with children will enjoy it the most.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can walk through the decorated streets, visit small shops selling Finnish handicrafts and enjoy cosy cafes. And the best part is that you can do all of these at any time of the year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15132\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15132\" style=\"width: 343px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visit-santa-claus-village-in-rovaniemi.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15132\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visit-santa-claus-village-in-rovaniemi.webp\" alt=\"Visit Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi\" width=\"353\" height=\"442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visit-santa-claus-village-in-rovaniemi.webp 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/visit-santa-claus-village-in-rovaniemi-240x300.webp 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 353px) 100vw, 353px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15132\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DCMMiUTvjd3\/?img_index=4\">Visit Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Experience a Traditional Finnish Sauna<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sauna is not just an activity, but a way of life for the Finns. It is a meditative ritual they enjoy with friends and family or on their own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finnish saunas are a year-round tradition, while lakeside saunas are more popular during summer in Finland.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a traditional Finnish sauna, you\u2019ll find a pile of hot stones and buckets of water, which you can pour onto them. Then, with a hissing sound, the water vaporises and fills the air. It usually balances the temperature at 80-90\u00b0C.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is best to shower before entering a sauna; you can wear a swimsuit or a towel for comfort, though Finns usually go naked. Stay in the sauna for 5-10 minutes to begin with, and step outside or take a swim in the lake, then come back to the sauna and repeat the cycle. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. In winter, people combine saunas with ice swimming in a frozen lake or rolling in the snow.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These days, electric saunas dominate Finland&#8217;s urban areas due to their convenience and accessibility. With the press of a button, these contemporary saunas are ready to use in 30-40 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can experience saunas throughout Finland. L\u00f6yly is a highly popular public sauna in Helsinki, located on the Baltic seaside. They have options for a smoke sauna and a wood-burning sauna. L\u00f6yly is also a modern architectural landmark with a large restaurant and terrace on the waterfront. This place is usually very crowded, so you must reserve your spot beforehand. A 2-hour sauna session costs approximately 3000 INR at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loylyhelsinki.fi\/en\/public-sauna\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">L\u00f6yly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kulttuurisauna is a much quieter, more minimalist public sauna in Helsinki, also located on the Baltic Seafront. It is a wood-heated sauna and is best for people going alone or as a couple. To keep the sauna experience peaceful, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/kulttuurisauna.fi\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kulttuurisauna<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> does not accept groups of more than two. You can book a 90-minute sauna session for 2000 INR (approx.).<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">179 kilometres northwest of Helsinki, there\u2019s Tampere, Finland\u2019s sauna capital. The city has more than 55 public saunas, including Rajaportti sauna, the oldest one, built in 1906. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rajaportti.fi\/sauna\/saunahinnat.en.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rajaportti sauna<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a traditional wood-fired sauna that has largely kept its original atmosphere. Men and women have separate sauna rooms. Their public sauna does not take reservations; it works like \u2018first-come, first-served\u2019, and it costs around 800-1300 INR. They also have private sauna options, at approximately 21,000 INR.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Lapland, you can visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laplandwinterpark.com\/products\/rovaniemi-sauna-world\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rovaniemi Sauna World<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> inside Lapland Winter Park. You can purchase a ticket of 7000 INR (approx.) and have access to eight unique traditional saunas, hot tubs and an ice swimming pool for 90 minutes. And don\u2019t miss activities like ice skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, visiting \u2018Kota\u2019 huts and feeding reindeer, which you can experience with an area ticket worth 7500 INR (approx.) while you are at Lapland Winter Park.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15133\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15133\" style=\"width: 348px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/experience-a-traditional-finnish-sauna.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15133\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/experience-a-traditional-finnish-sauna.jpg\" alt=\"Experience a Traditional Finnish Sauna\" width=\"358\" height=\"447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/experience-a-traditional-finnish-sauna.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/experience-a-traditional-finnish-sauna-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 358px) 100vw, 358px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15133\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DTgKu4piIsN\/?img_index=4\">Experience a Traditional Finnish Sauna<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Sleep in a Glass Igloo Under the Northern Lights<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glass igloos are accommodations with a 360-degree glass roof, designed for stargazing and viewing the northern lights.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finnish Lapland is the best place to see the northern lights because of the region\u2019s position within the auroral oval, and there are over 30 resorts providing glass igloo accommodations, mainly around Rovaniemi, Levi and Saariselk\u00e4.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort has glass igloos in the remote areas of Saariselk\u00e4. Thermal glass roofs of the Igloos stay clear even in extreme cold; they also have specialised aurora alarms and private saunas. Small igloos for two and larger igloos for families are available. The cost per night could go from 35,000 INR to 1,00000+ INR depending on the month. Late August and September usually see lower prices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leviniglut.fi\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Levin Iglut<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Golden Crown) has heated, glass-roofed igloos that sit on a fell slope in Levi, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the landscape and the auroras. Igloo suits are available at Levin Iglut from 45,000 INR per night, depending on the month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or in Levi, you can stay at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/levi.northernlightsvillage.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Northern Lights Village<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They have aurora cabins, which cost 25,000+ INR per night, and aurora suites, which cost 47,000+ INR per night.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The aurora season lasts from September to March in Lapland, with faint chances in late August and early April as well. Due to the equinox effect, September, October and March see a spike in geomagnetic activity at the poles, which contributes to intense auroras. From November to February, you can experience auroras in a snow-covered landscape. December and January are busy and pricey due to Christmas and the New Year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glass igloos often sell out months in advance, especially during peak seasons. So, try to book your stays at least 5-6 months in advance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A glass igloo stay is special and worth doing for one or two nights. But auroras are a natural phenomenon, and the sighting largely depends on a cloud-free sky. A guided aurora hunt has a higher guarantee of sighting than staying at a fixed place. Think of the glass igloo stay and watching the sky on a winter night as a bonus experience, especially since it is Finland\u2019s most unique type of accommodation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15134\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15134\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sleep-in-a-glass-igloo-under-the-northern-lights.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15134\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sleep-in-a-glass-igloo-under-the-northern-lights.jpg\" alt=\"Sleep in a Glass Igloo Under the Northern Lights\" width=\"310\" height=\"388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sleep-in-a-glass-igloo-under-the-northern-lights.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sleep-in-a-glass-igloo-under-the-northern-lights-240x300.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15134\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DG-afGsMHGI\/\">Sleep in a Glass Igloo Under the Northern Lights<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Explore Finnish Lakeland in Summer<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Finnish Lakeland summer will be a cosy experience with long white nights, lakeside cabins and saunas. The region is called Lakeland for a reason: it has around 55,000 lakes, forming a vast labyrinth of water, forests and islands.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where the Finns retreat on their summer holiday. And for a nature lover, it is the best place to go for a time away from the noise of the outside world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most obvious thing you can do here is rent a lakeside cottage or \u2018m\u00f6kki\u2019 as the Finns call it. Most cottages require a stay of at least two nights, and costs can be as low as 10,000-12,000 INR, depending on the number of people and the amenities provided.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">July and August are the busiest times, as many locals take their holidays, and cottages in prime locations, such as the shores of Lake Saimaa, are in high demand, making them unavailable months in advance. Book 5-6 months in advance for peak summer. Or consider visiting in late May, early June or late August, when last-minute booking options are available.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lakeland is where you can embrace sauna as a daily ritual, followed by a refreshing swim in Finland\u2019s fresh water lake. Most lakeside cottages have saunas. You can also enjoy fishing and cooking outdoors under the midnight sun during your stay.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exploring the Lake Saimaa region with a guided boat tour is best for spotting the rare Saimaa Ringed Seal. You can paddle a kayak or a canoe through the endless expanses of lakes in this region. Lake Ouluj\u00e4rvi is best for kayaking because of its open waters, sandy beaches and pine-forested shores. The area is also rich in bird life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15135\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15135\" style=\"width: 334px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/explore-finnish-lakeland-in-summer.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15135\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/explore-finnish-lakeland-in-summer.jpg\" alt=\"Explore Finnish Lakeland in Summer\" width=\"344\" height=\"458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/explore-finnish-lakeland-in-summer.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/explore-finnish-lakeland-in-summer-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 344px) 100vw, 344px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15135\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DNQ3bBXo-n4\/?img_index=1\">Explore Finnish Lakeland in Summer<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Explore Helsinki: Finland\u2019s Capital<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helsinki is a coastal city overlooking the Baltic Sea. The city has the best offerings in terms of historical architecture, modern design, sauna culture and culinary scene. While Helsinki is a year-round destination, it is best to visit during the summer months.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temppeliaukio Church is a masterpiece of modern design carved into a granite rock in Helsinki. The main highlights of this Rock Church are the natural light coming through the copper dome and the exceptional acoustics. You have to pay approximately 900 INR to enter the church, but it&#8217;s worth it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit Helsinki Cathedral for its neoclassical architecture, and it stands tall over Helsinki\u2019s skyline. The wide steps in front are a popular spot to relax and enjoy the views of the Senate Square.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another landmark in Helsinki is the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress. The fortress lies across six main islands in the Baltic Sea, highlighting 18th-century military history. You can take a 15-minute HSL ferry from Helsinki\u2019s Market Square to the fortress. The ticket costs approximately 360 rupees and is valid for 80 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Market Square and the Old Market Hall (Vanha Kauppahalli) are the best places to explore Finland\u2019s food scene. The stalls sell traditional Finnish foods like Salmon soup and reindeer sausages. You must also try fresh Baltic herring, smoked salmon, Karelian pies, and cloudberry pastries. They also sell handcrafted items from Lapland, like reindeer hides and knitwear.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you are not a book lover, you should visit Oodi Central Library in Helsinki. Beyond books, the library is a modern architectural wonder with many innovative spaces, such as movie theatres, recording studios and photography booths. The library is considered one of the world&#8217;s best modern libraries and is often hailed as the city&#8217;s living room.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Take the Sampo Ice Breaker Cruise in the Frozen Sea<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.icebreaking.com\/icebreaker-sampo-cruise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sampo ice breaker cruise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or the Arktis ice breaker in Kemi, Lapland, is a rare travel experience you can\u2019t have elsewhere.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Sampo is a historic icebreaker built in the early 1960s that served the state for nearly 30 years before being repurposed for tourism in the late 1980s. Icebreaker Arktis is a modern alternative to Sampo. They are both operated by the same company.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is typically a 3.5-4-hour cruise where you can watch and feel the ship break through thick ice as it moves over the Gulf of Bothnia, the northernmost part of the Baltic Sea.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The adventure doesn&#8217;t just end at that; you can walk over the frozen sea and float in icy water wearing a special survival suit. You can also capture these best moments with a professional photographer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the ship, it isn\u2019t just about watching the ice being crushed; you can also tour the ship, learn how the ice breakers work and even get a certificate for the experience to keep as a souvenir.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning cruise starts from 9 am, and the afternoon cruise starts from 1:30 pm. Before or after your cruise, you can visit Snow Castle in Kemi; access to the gemstone exhibitions and snow experience is part of your Ice Breaker Cruise ticket.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company also provide shuttle bus transportation to Veitsiluoto Port, where the Ice Breaker Sampo is located, if you are staying in Kemi, Rovaniemi, Oulu, Haparanda, or Tornio. The transport will also bring you back after the cruise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The upcoming Sampo cruise season runs from 18th December 2026 to 3rd April 2027, with bookings already open from April 2026. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.icebreaking.com\/icebreaker-arktis-cruise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ice breaker Arktis Cruise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> season runs from 1st December 2026 to 31st March 2027.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Sampo cruise costs approximately 43,000-46,000 INR for adults and approximately 28,000 INR for children aged 4-14 years. The Arktis cruise costs around 33,000-41,000 INR for adults and around 22,000 INR for children aged 4-14 years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ice floating on the Sampo or the Arktis icebreaker is a safe, thrilling experience. The staff will assist you into the water. You will be wearing a thick, water-resistant thermal suit that covers your entire body except your face. The suit is designed to keep you dry and buoyant. You\u2019ll simply float on the icy water, and you do not need to swim.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15136\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15136\" style=\"width: 377px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sampo-ice-breaker-cruise.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15136\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sampo-ice-breaker-cruise.jpg\" alt=\"Sampo Ice Breaker Cruise\" width=\"387\" height=\"387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sampo-ice-breaker-cruise.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sampo-ice-breaker-cruise-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/sampo-ice-breaker-cruise-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 387px) 100vw, 387px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15136\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DPEKTxmDYzl\/?img_index=1\">Sampo Ice Breaker Cruise<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Snowmobiling Through the Arctic Wilderness<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snowmobiling is one of the best ways to experience the snowy, frozen landscape. The best time for this activity is from late November to March, when there\u2019s thick snow, and Finnish Lapland is the best place to do it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snowmobiling options range from one-hour rides to full-day safaris(5-6 hours) and northern light hunts. And most of the tours are entirely beginner-friendly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can either ride your own snowmobile or ride as a passenger with a partner driving, and you follow a guide. You can switch roles with the driver as well. A brief training session is part of the tour before departure, but you need a valid driver&#8217;s license to ride it. Many tours allow you to ride as a passenger with the guide if you do not have a license, and you are doing this alone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One-hour rides are available for around 11,000 INR per person. A 7-hour snowmobile tour in Rovaniemi costs around 27,000 INR per person.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children aged 15 or older can take part as passengers, and some operators provide child-sized snowmobiles or side-sledges for younger children.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15137\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15137\" style=\"width: 378px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/snowmobiling-through-the-arctic-wilderness.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15137\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/snowmobiling-through-the-arctic-wilderness.jpg\" alt=\"Snowmobiling Through the Arctic Wilderness\" width=\"388\" height=\"388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/snowmobiling-through-the-arctic-wilderness.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/snowmobiling-through-the-arctic-wilderness-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/snowmobiling-through-the-arctic-wilderness-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 388px) 100vw, 388px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15137\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DUdt448DaGV\/?img_index=3\">Snowmobiling Through the Arctic Wilderness<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Experience the Midnight Sun<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the summer, the sun shines over Finland even at midnight. The best place to experience the midnight sun in Finland is Lapland, particularly northernmost towns like Utsjoki, Kilpisj\u00e4rvi, and Inari. From late May to mid-July, the sun does not set for weeks in these regions. Meanwhile, the south experiences white nights, when the sun dips below the horizon for 2-3 hours, but the nights remain bright.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The summer is the most-awaited season for the Finns as they take their celebrations outdoors. It\u2019s the best time to explore the vast wilderness of Lapland. You can hike or trek Finland&#8217;s national parks and continue even past midnight; the landscape will be bright and vivid for you to explore. National parks are free to hike and cycle. Although there are designated paths for them. Hiking with huskies is also very popular during the summer months. You can explore swimming, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing on rivers and lakes.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15138\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15138\" style=\"width: 378px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/experience-the-midnight-sun.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15138\" src=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/experience-the-midnight-sun.jpg\" alt=\"Experience the Midnight Sun\" width=\"388\" height=\"388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/experience-the-midnight-sun.jpg 640w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/experience-the-midnight-sun-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dimaak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/experience-the-midnight-sun-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 388px) 100vw, 388px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15138\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DL2dLvxCRjF\/\">Experience the Midnight Sun<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan Your Finland Trip from India: Cost, Best Time &amp; How Many Days<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning your trip begins with understanding the best time to visit Finland, how many days you\u2019ll need, and the budget range for the activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Much Do These Activities Cost? (A Quick Reference Table)<\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Activity<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Approx. Cost Per Person (INR)<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Season\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Location<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Northern light guided group tours\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8,000-18,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">September-March<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lapland<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private northern lights tours<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50,000-100,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">September-March<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lapland<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Husky sledging\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9000-24,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December-March<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lapland<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reindeer sleigh ride<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7,000-22,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December-March<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lapland<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Santa Claus Village\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free entry<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Year-round\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rovaniemi<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public sauna\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">800-3000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Year-round<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nation-wide<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glass igloo stay\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25,000-1,00000+<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">September-March<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lapland<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lakeland cottage stays (2 nights)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10,000+<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May-August<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lakeland<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sightseeing in Helsinki<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7,000-13,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Year-round<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helsinki\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Icebreaker cruise\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">33,000-46,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December-March<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kemi<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snowmobile safari<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11,000-27,000<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December-March<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lapland<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Midnight sun experience<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">June-July (peak summer)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lapland<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note: These prices are approximate and may vary depending on availability, booking time, and activity providers.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Time to Visit Finland<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter usually begins in Finland, with snow appearing in Lapland by mid-October. The Northern lights season runs from September to March. March is the best time to combine the northern lights with the winter activities discussed above.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer in Finland begins from late May to August. The best times to visit Finland for midnight sun, cottage life, hiking and summer outdoor activities are late May, early June or late August.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These months offer the best of those seasons and are often less busy and pricey.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Many Days Do You Need?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A minimum of 5 nights to cover the capital city, northern light hunting, dog or reindeer safaris in Lapland, and a visit to Santa Claus Village. To add the icebreaker cruise, glass igloo stay and snowmobile safari, it\u2019s best to have an additional 2 days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can combine 2 nights in Helsinki with 3-4 days in Lakeland to explore the area in summer. An additional two days in Lapland to experience the true midnight sun is also recommended.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essential Tips for Indian Travellers Visiting Finland<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Visa:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Indians need a Type C Schengen visa to visit Finland. Apply at VFS centres in Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, or Mumbai. It is best to apply 2-4 months before your journey. The visa processing usually takes 15-20 working days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Flights:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You can fly directly from New Delhi to Helsinki with Finnair. Or you can choose one-stop routes via the Middle East (Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi) or Europe (London, Munich, Frankfurt) with airlines like Qatar Airways and Lufthansa.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Cold Weather:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Finland\u2019s winter temperatures often drop to -30 \u00b0C and lower. Layering is essential to combat the freezing temperatures. Start with a base layer with merino wool or synthetic materials. Add a fleece or down jacket as a mid-layer and finish with a windproof or waterproof jacket. Thick wool socks or insulated boots will protect your feet, and layer gloves with mittens to protect your hands. For your head and neck, wear a balaclava, a beanie and a neck gaiter. You can also carry disposable hand and toe warmers for extra comfort.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Indian travellers, a trip to Finland is well worth a try; the landscape, the weather and the way of life are all different from what we have here, especially the midnight sun and the northern lights. You can visit in winter for snow adventures or in summer for the midnight sun and cosy experiences in the endless daylight.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key is to plan well and choose the right experiences, but without rushing through places and activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs About Things to Do in Finland<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #3366ff;\">1. Can I enjoy Finland without joining expensive tours?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Many experiences in Finland are free or low-cost, such as enjoying the midnight sun, hiking in the national parks, or exploring Helsinki. Paid tours are optional for adventurous activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #3366ff;\">2. Are activities in Finland suitable for beginners or first-time travellers?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. All the above-mentioned activities are beginner-friendly, and guides usually provide instructions. Extreme cold might be difficult for those experiencing it for the first time, although it is manageable with proper winter clothing. But if you are not comfortable with very low temperatures, avoid travelling during peak winter.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #3366ff;\">3. Should you use cash or a card in Finland?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finland is nearly a cashless society. Even small towns and remote regions in Finland accept cards. 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