Baltic Bites – A Culinary Nature Experience in Pihlajasaari, Helsinki
May – August
Merisatamanranta 10, 00150 Helsinki
89€ / person
Experience the rich flavors of Finnish cuisine on a scenic food and nature tour to Pihlajasaari, one of Helsinki’s most beautiful summer islands. Enjoy a ferry ride, a guided nature walk, and a Finnish-style picnic featuring authentic local flavors.
Highlights:
• Scenic waterbus ride to the island
• Discover Helsinki’s summer island and its natural beauty
• Savor authentic Finnish flavors
• Unwind and reconnect with Helsinki’s serene nature
Meet your guide at 10:15 A.M. in front of Cafe Carusel (Helsinki) and take a short ferry ride to Pihlajasaari. The tour begins with a walk around the island led by your guide. Exploring the sandy beaches, rocky shores, coastal forest will give insight into why Finnish people are some of the happiest on the planet.
After the exploration, treat yourself with a delightful Finnish Tasting Experience, a distinctive part of our tour. Immerse yourself in a picnic of local and authentic flavors, including reindeer, fish, and a variety of Finnish breads. Finish the tasting with a traditional dessert and organic blueberry juice.
You’ll leave the island on the 13:15 ferry, returning to the mainland by 13:30. If you have enjoyed your stay on Pihlajasaari, you can choose to remain on the island and take the later ferry back to Helsinki.
This excursion is a great blend of Finnish flavors and happiness. Please, let Taiga Times know if you have any dietary restrictions beforehand the tour.
Highlights:
• Scenic waterbus ride to the island
• Discover Helsinki’s summer island and its natural beauty
• Savor authentic Finnish flavors
• Unwind and reconnect with Helsinki’s serene nature
Meet your guide at 10:15 A.M. in front of Cafe Carusel (Helsinki) and take a short ferry ride to Pihlajasaari. The tour begins with a walk around the island led by your guide. Exploring the sandy beaches, rocky shores, coastal forest will give insight into why Finnish people are some of the happiest on the planet.
After the exploration, treat yourself with a delightful Finnish Tasting Experience, a distinctive part of our tour. Immerse yourself in a picnic of local and authentic flavors, including reindeer, fish, and a variety of Finnish breads. Finish the tasting with a traditional dessert and organic blueberry juice.
You’ll leave the island on the 13:15 ferry, returning to the mainland by 13:30. If you have enjoyed your stay on Pihlajasaari, you can choose to remain on the island and take the later ferry back to Helsinki.
This excursion is a great blend of Finnish flavors and happiness. Please, let Taiga Times know if you have any dietary restrictions beforehand the tour.
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