Private tour in Helsinki Nina P

The Best of Helsinki & Food Delicacy Experience 5-Hour Excursion by Nina P

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Nina P.

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Hello! I am a tourism, culture and event management professional with a master's degree. I possess official tourist and wilderness guide certifications. I am a native Finnish citizen with a heritage of 50 % Sámi (indigenous people of Finland): I was born in Kuusamo, Northern Finland, but later I moved to Helsinki for work. I conduct tours in both areas! Besides travel, my interests are studying world histories, heritages, different cultures and arts, fauna and flora. Sports like swimming, slalom, walking, paddling, hiking and bicycling belong to my healthy lifestyle. In addition, I love to drive my museum car Buick Electra 1966 convertible and I am an active board member of the American car association. At the moment I work in the event production in cooperation with various local and international organizations. I am a professional driver as well. My strong background in customer service means that I always put my customers first: Their needs and expectations are the most important to me. My clients can rely on, that what has been agreed will happen and if any problems or questions will occur, my job is to resolve them. When it comes to tour planning or to your special event inquiry, do not hesitate to contact me if there are any issues. We will find the best solution regarding your available time and need! Welcome to Helsinki! Regards, Nina P * Master of Culture and Art Management - Humak UAS (Helsinki, Finland) * Culture, Organization and Sustainability Management Certificate - Humak UAS (Helsinki, Finland) * Bachelor of Tourism and Event Management - Haaga-Helia UAS (Porvoo, Finland) * Nature and Environmental / Wilderness Guide studies in Finland - Keuda (Mäntsälä, Finland) * VIP Service Management Certificate - Nordic Business Forum (Helsinki, Finland) * Professional Driver Certification - Trafi (Helsinki, Finland) * Tourist Guide Certification - Spies / Thomas Cook (Mallorca, Spain) * Vocational Degree in Business and IT-management - Business College (Kuusamo, Finland) * First aid skills (updated in 2025) * Official Hygiene passport * Official Paddling and Canoeing passport No restrictions.

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Overview of your Helsinki tour

Let's discover the most significant architectural sights of Helsinki. International cultural architecture by Aalto, Engel, Sonck and Saarinen has modified the city towards to the most interesting design cities in the world! Besides to the city center and the Rock Church, we will admire the modern design of Löyly Sauna, the Art Nouveau Eira Villas, Katajanokka district and Finlandia Hall by Alvar Aalto. This tour will present Helsinki's most magnificent mansions, castle-style buildings and luxurious private villas of the most significant and honorable figures. We will taste the best Finnish delicacies: reindeer or moose, Finnish smoked salmon, vendace, Carelian pie, meat pie ("lihapiirakka"), local coffee / tea, cinnamon roll or blueberry pie. There will be 2 tastings along our excursion. Finally, we will visit the Sibelius monument, drive to Seurasaari district and follow the scenic route until to beautiful Kuusisaari or visit at the Iittala & Arabia Glass&Ceramics Design Center!

Your Helsinki tour itinerary

* Pickup and drop-off from the place agreed The main architectural highlights of Helsinki: * Löyly Sauna by Avanto Architects 2016 and Kaivopuisto Park * Ullanlinna, Eira Villa and Katajanokka districts, Icebraker fleet from the 50's / 70's * City Hall, The Senate Square buildings & The Cathedral plus other buildings around * Uspenski Cathedral * Old Market Hall & Square * Finnish Delicacy Tastings #1 by the Baltic Sea * Railway station by Saarinen * Finlandia Hall by Alvar Aalto 1971 * Oodi Library & Kiasma Contemporary Art Center * The Rock Church (entrance fee included) * The Sibelius monument of National composer Jean Sibelius * Food Tasting #2 at the Red Cottage by the open fire To be choosed: 1)* Seurasaari scenic tour & Tamminiemi building (the home and museum of former president Kekkonen, entrance fee not included) * Kuusisaari scenic tour OR 2) Visit at the 150 years old glass & ceramics factory: the Iittala & Arabia Finnish Design Exhibition and Shop. * Drop-off to the place agreed

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

Full size premium vehicle BMW 320 registered for 5 persons. Note: If needing a bigger transportation for your group, kindly inquire your special offer.

What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Rock Church entrance tickets
Private Transportation
Other: Free sodas and water available in the car
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

Cruise port, airport, hotel, accommodation etc.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
Food And Drink
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1419256
Languages
Finnish
English
Swedish
Spanish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in Helsinki best suited for?

This private tour in Helsinki is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's architectural highlights and enjoy Finnish delicacies with the convenience of a private chauffeur. It's also ideal for those who prefer a flexible itinerary and want to connect with a local guide, Nina P., for deeper insights into Helsinki's culture and history.

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