Finland · PRIVATE DRIVERS
The good ones sell out weeks ahead and the best go first. Below: the 11 to book early, what each one includes and where they differ.
Race ice karts in Levi with two 15-minute sessions, warm gear, hot berry juice, fire breaks, and optional shuttle transfer from town.
“ice karting was one of the best highlights of our trip to Finland. our group of 8 loved it!! Big thanks to Lilly who looked after us during our time there. Highly recommend this experience!”
See Saariselkä’s northern lights by car, with hotel transfers, hot drinks, gingerbread, warm clothes, and tour photos included.
“Unfortunately, the tour was disappointing. We did see the aurora; however, the driver didn’t show much enthusiasm, only driving for a while and stopping in a lay-by next to the road. There was some aurora activity, but the high tension cables above spoiled the occasion (as they would interfere with the view and -of course- with the pictures). The driver commented that “we don’t need to go elsewhere: we’ll see the same lights” (i’m paraphrasing, but that was the message). We knew that, but a search for a picturesque scenario (eg, the frozen lake Ukonjarvi ) would have made for a much better experience than stopping at the side of…”
Review of Rovaniemi’s reindeer farm visit, 400 to 500-meter sleigh ride, Sámi culture, hotel transfers, snacks, and practical tips.
Review of Rovaniemi’s Santa Claus Village tour, with hotel transfers, Santa’s Post Office, Arctic Circle crossing, shopping, and practical tips.
Float in an icy Lapland lake under the stars, warm by a campfire, and watch for Northern Lights on this guided Ylläs adventure.
“Esperienza bellissima e inusuale. Guide molto cortesi. Prezzo un po’ alto, ma come tutte le attività in Lapponia. La consiglio.”
A practical review of Helsinki’s private airport transfer, covering comfort, luggage limits, waiting rules, value, and booking tips.
“They were very kind and rescheduled when our original flights were canceled and waited patiently while we put in a claim for our lost luggage.”
Ride a husky sled through snowy Lapland from Rovaniemi, meet the dogs, hear farm stories, and warm up with hot juice and cookies.
“My first dog sledding experience was adorable and fun ☺️🇫🇮”
Review of the private Rovaniemi to Kiruna transfer, with van details, timing, pricing, luggage advice, stops, and booking tips.
Review of Helsinki VIP airport transfer with new Mercedes cars, airport meet and greet, Wi-Fi, water, luggage advice, pricing, and booking tips.
“Comfortable and ease of transportation to the hotel. Driver is friendly and polite. Car is cleaned and able to store all our luggages for 6 pax.”
Review of Helsinki’s private Mercedes V Class airport transfer, with pricing, luggage rules, timing, chauffeur service, and booking advice.
“Carro confortável, motorista educado e pontualidade no serviço prestado a minha familiar em Helsinki!”
Review of Rovaniemi’s private airport transfer, including price, pickup, luggage rules, reliability concerns, and booking advice.
“Terrible, we arrived at the airport at 12:30pm on 12th Dec, exactly as arranged on transfer and there was no driver. I called the tour operator who was so rude and told me there was no driver for me, I asked to get a refund or speak with a manager and he said no and hung up!”
Pick a fell, a dog team or a hole in the ice.
