Arctic / North Pole Tours from Helsinki
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10 best Arctic / North Pole tours from Helsinki
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- Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway (2025), Operated by Quark
- Ultimate Arctic Voyage: From Svalbard to Jan Mayen to Iceland, Operated by Quark
- The Northern Lights of Finland (2026)
- Midnight Sun – 7 Days in Lapland
- Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle
- Ultimate Arctic Voyage: From Svalbard to Jan Mayen to Iceland
- [Self-Guided] Finland in 8 days - Covering Helsinki and Rovaniemi
- Finnish Lapland in Winter
- Grand Lapland Tour, Finland, Sweden and with activites
- Finland Family Holiday
A round-trip from Helsinki includes charter flights to Longyearbyen, Svalbard's main settlement. The 1,389-mile route explores western Spitsbergen's coast, featuring 14th of July Glacier and Smeerenburg historic sites.
Duration 10 days Destinations Finland, Svalbard, Norway Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $26,180
23% Off- NZ$20,185You save $5,995
The voyage launches from Helsinki's Design District, reaching Longyearbyen by charter flight. The ship navigates through Svalbard archipelago and Greenland Sea to Jan Mayen Island, covering roughly 790 miles before arriving in Reykjavik.
Duration 13 days Destinations Finland, Svalbard, Norway, Iceland Age Range 18 to 80 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $20,790
28% Off- NZ$15,050You save $5,740
Duration 8 days Destinations Helsinki, Kakslauttanen Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Collette From
28% Off- NZ$8,049+$900 upfront costs
Midnight Sun – 7 Days in Lapland
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We are so glad that we signed up for the bear watch tour!!! That was the highlight of our trip!!”
Karen, traveled in July
This week-long Arctic quest starts in Helsinki with cathedral tours before boarding Santa's Express to Rovaniemi. Highlights include Santa's Village, traditional Finnish saunas, and Sami culture in Inari, visiting 5 unique cities including Saariselkä and Sodankyla.
Duration 7 days Destinations Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Sodankyla, Saariselka, Inari Age Range 14 to 80 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Nordic Unique Travels From
28% Off- NZ$4,576
The polar expedition connects Helsinki's cultural sites to Reykjavik via Ultramarine. Highlights include Spitsbergen's Poolepynten walrus colonies, Jan Mayen's 7,470ft Beerenberg volcano, and Monaco Glacier, covering over 1,500 nautical miles.
Duration 13 days Destinations Finland, Svalbard, Norway, Iceland Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $19,805
40% Off- NZ$11,883You save $7,922
Journey from Helsinki Airport through Finland's capital, with private transfers included. Travel by train between Helsinki and Rovaniemi, covering 800km of Arctic landscape. Experience day trips to medieval Tallinn via ferry across the Gulf of Finland, before returning to Helsinki's city center.
Duration 8 days Destinations Helsinki, Rovaniemi Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator WiseYatra From $5,196
15% Off- NZ$4,417You save $779
Finnish Lapland in Winter
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I really enjoyed the activities.”
Megan, traveled in January
Market Square exploration in Helsinki precedes an overnight journey on the Santa Claus Express. The 8-day adventure centers in Yllastunturi for Arctic activities before concluding in Rovaniemi, featuring Santa Claus Village and Korundi House of Culture.
Duration 8 days Destinations Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Pallas - Yllastunturin kansallispuisto Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From
15% Off- NZ$6,600
Grand Lapland Tour, Finland, Sweden and with activites
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Lapland winter scenery is really that of a magical winter wonderland. The excursions were great, we were not bored for one moment.”
Sanet, traveled in December
The northern route from Helsinki passes through Rovaniemi to Kilpisjärvi, known for Finland's highest Northern Lights visibility. The path extends to Tromsø's Arctic Ocean and Swedish Lapland's Björkliden.
Duration 8 days Destinations Finland, Norway, Sweden Age Range 18 to 45 year olds Operator Timetravels From
15% Off- NZ$2,461
Duration 6 days Destinations Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Levi Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From
15% Off- NZ$4,605
What our customers ask about Arctic / North Pole Tours from Helsinki
What's the average length of tours starting in Helsinki to the Arctic/North Pole region?
Tours from Helsinki to the Arctic region generally run between 7 and 15 days. Most travelers choose the 8 to 10-day trips to balance city exploration with Arctic adventures. The Northern Lights of Scandinavia tour takes 10 days starting at Helsinki's GLO Hotel Art while the Finnish Lapland Winter adventure offers an 8-day exploration of Helsinki and Rovaniemi. As one TourRadar traveler noted "The 10-day itinerary was perfect giving us enough time to experience everything from city sights to Arctic adventures."
What are the most common starting points for tours in Helsinki?
Helsinki tours begin from three key locations. The Railway Station Square on Mikonkatu 17 serves as the departure point for northbound train journeys. The GLO Hotel Art in the design district welcomes guided tour groups. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport handles departures for Lapland-bound flights. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "The GLO Hotel Art was an excellent starting point perfectly located near Helsinki's main attractions while we waited to begin our Arctic adventure."
What's the best time of year to see the Northern Lights on tours departing from Helsinki?
Northern Lights tours from Helsinki operate best from late September through March. The highest chances for aurora sightings come between December and February when darkness extends the longest. Popular viewing destinations include Saariselkä and Ivalo known for their clear skies. A TourRadar traveler shared: "We visited in February and were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights on three different nights during our journey from Helsinki to Lapland."
What types of accommodation can I expect on Arctic tours from Helsinki?
Arctic tours offer diverse lodging options from city stays to wilderness retreats. In Helsinki travelers often stay at modern properties like the GLO Hotel Art. Further north accommodations include glass-roofed Aurora cabins at Aurora Village in Ivalo and traditional log cabins in Saariselkä many with private saunas. According to a TourRadar reviewer: "The combination of comfortable Helsinki hotels and cozy Lapland cabins with glass ceilings for aurora viewing made the experience unforgettable."
What wildlife can I expect to see on Arctic tours departing from Helsinki?
Arctic wildlife viewing flourishes around Spitsbergen and Svalbard. Travelers regularly spot polar bears near the ice edge Brünnich's guillemot colonies at Alkefjellet walruses at Moffen Island and Arctic foxes with Svalbard reindeer on the tundra. Summer brings the best viewing as ships can navigate deeper into pack ice. As a TourRadar traveler mentioned: "We saw at least 75 reindeer got to photograph a red fox and even spotted several polar bears during our expedition from the ship."
What's included in most Helsinki to Arctic tour packages?
Standard tour inclusions cover accommodations daily breakfast select dinners expert guides and winter clothing rental in Arctic regions. Transportation between destinations including Helsinki to Lapland flights comes included. Most packages feature Northern Lights excursions husky safaris and reindeer farm visits. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The included winter gear and activities package was comprehensive leaving us free to focus on enjoying the Arctic experience."