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Baltic Bites Tour of Nature and Food on a Helsinki Summer Island

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Overview

Savor the Nordic Flavors and explore one of Helsinki’s best summer islands! Join us on a leisurely excursion around Pihlajasaari, just off mainland Helsinki. Known for its beaches, coastlines, and natural beauty, this island offers a delightful experience to unwind in nature and taste Finnish cuisine. HIGHLIGHTS: Scenic waterbus ride, Explore an island of Helsinki, Try reindeer, salmon & more, Relaxing nature walk.

Meet your guide at 10:15 A.M. in front of Cafe Carusel in Helsinki, and take a short ferry ride to Pihlajasaari. The tour begins with a walk led by your guide. Exploring the sandy beaches, rocky shores, and forests will show why Finnish people are among the happiest.

After the exploration, the guide will prepare a picnic-style lunch featuring Finnish flavours (fish, reindeer, pies..) and dessert with organic blueberry juice.

We'll leave the island on the 13:15 ferry, returning to the mainland by 13:30. You are welcome to stay longer to enjoy its nature and beach.

What's Included

  • Lunch Picnic style lunch with Finnish ingredients and blueberry juice
  • Waterbus tickets
  • Live Guide
  • Bottled water Please bring your water bottle
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Meeting Location

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Merisatamanranta
00150 Helsinki, Finland

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What To Expect

Cafe Carusel

Meeting point: Please meet the guide at the entrance of Cafe Carusel (outside) 5-10 minutes before the tour starts (tour starts at 10:15 A.M.).Kindly note that if you arrive late and miss the waterbus, you will have to wait one hour for the next one and take it at your own cost.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Pihlajasaari

Visit the locals' favorite summer island: PihlajasaariPihlajasaari consists of two islands, and we arrive on the western side where we will start our easygoing nature walk. Along the way, you will have opportunities to relax in nature and take pictures of the beautiful island.After exploring the western island, you will continue the walk to the eastern island where the guide will prepare a Finnish picnic-style lunch. Try local flavors, including fish, reindeer mousse, and Finnish breads. We’ll also taste Finnish desserts and organic blueberry juice. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions beforehand.
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Cafe Carusel

We'll leave the island on the 13:15 ferry, returning to the mainland by 13:30. You are welcome to stay longer on the island to enjoy its nature and beach.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Any dietary requirements need to be provided BEFORE the tour, that we can do our best to accommodate them.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Baltic Bites Tour of Nature and Food on a Helsinki Summer Island?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (EEST).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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Live Guide
  • Bottled waterPlease bring your water bottle

Additional Info

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Any dietary requirements need to be provided BEFORE the tour, that we can do our best to accommodate them.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • 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 (EEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • 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.

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