5 days | Independent tour | May-Sep | Helsinki
Finnish summer is shaped by a centuries-old rhythm: Time spent at the cabin, close to water, forest, and sauna, with very little to distract from daily life.
This journey pairs a short stay in Helsinki with a deeply restorative lakeside cabin experience in Nuuksio National Park. At Hawkhill, simplicity is intentional – private cabins, quiet forests, and time to reconnect with nature through gentle activities.
The experience mirrors the philosophy explored in How Finland makes simplicity the ultimate luxury (based on the writers travels with 50 Degrees North), where true comfort comes from space, restraint, and a respectful relationship with the natural world. This itinerary invites travellers to step into that way of life, even if only for a few days.
As a Certified B Corporation, 50 Degrees North has designed this itinerary using handpicked local hoteliers and suppliers who share our ethos of delivering services and activities of high social and environmental standards.
Through our Climate Action Plan, we measure our carbon emissions each year and set goals to reduce them. But our responsibility does not end when the journey does. A share of our annual profits goes to our Impact Fund, supporting conservation, restoration and the communities we work in.
Private transfer from Helsinki Airport to city centre. Car hire CDMR VW Golf or similar with rental car pick-up in Helsinki, and drop-off either at the Helsinki-Vantaa airport, or back in the city centre. Optional private transfers instead of rental car are possible, and also obligatory outside the summer months. Please ask for pricing.
Arrive in Helsinki and transfer with private vehicle and English speaking driver to your centrally located hotel. The Finnish capital is a compact city where the most important sights can easily be explored on foot.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel before setting out on a private guided tour of Helsinki’s must-see landmarks. Stroll through historic squares, lively markets, and elegant boulevards, gaining insight into the city’s unique blend of Eastern and Western influences. A visit to the famous Rock Church highlights the tour, before a scenic tram ride back to the city centre.
The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure: shop, visit museums or unwind by the waterfront—before returning to your centrally located hotel for the night.
Pick up your rental car and embark on a scenic drive to Hawkhill, where nature and tranquility await. Settle into your private lakeside cabin, surrounded by the serene beauty of Nuuksio National Park. Your host will welcome you and introduce you to the traditional Finnish cottage lifestyle, leaving you to unwind and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
Wake up to the calming sounds of the forest and enjoy a leisurely breakfast in your cozy cabin.
Meet your local host and discover the traditions of the Finnish forest during a guided introduction to the natural treasures of the woods. Depending on the season, enjoy foraging for wild berries before gathering around the campfire to prepare and share a traditional outdoor lunch together.
Spend the remainder of the afternoon immersed in the natural beauty of Nuuksio National Park. Explore forest trails, enjoy the peaceful lakeside setting, paddle across the lake, or simply unwind in the warmth of your private sauna.
Enjoy Dinner in the comfort of your cabin.
After a final breakfast, take in the stillness of the lake one last time before driving back to Helsinki or the airport. Leave Hawkhill refreshed, recharged, and inspired by the simplicity and beauty of Finnish nature.
Price per "from" prices person, twin share in standard log cabin. All cabins are priced differently and hence pricing may vary. Enquire options for larger cabins, or upgraded Superior or Luxury Cabins.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Weather conditions may occasionally affect certain activities, and as a result, the schedule may be adjusted to ensure the best possible experience for all guests. For multi-activity stays, often the order of the activities will be confirmed locally on arrival. Activities might vary slightly in their duration or location due to the weather and local conditions. Any activities that are unable to be re-scheduled due to weather conditions, will be refunded as a general practice, as determined by the activity provider.
The best things to do in Helsinki include a Finnish breakfast, a public sauna, the Design District, the city's market halls and galleries, and a day on the islands of Suomenlinna and Seurasaari.
Community saunas, al fresco dining, cycling tours, and island adventures invite visitors to experience Helsinki alongside its residents. The Finnish capital is embracing a fresh, welcoming approach, offering a blend of its unique customs and traditions, and ensuring that guests feel at home while discovering the city’s vibrant culture and scenic beauty.
As temperatures soar across much of the world during summer, more and more travellers are seeking out "coolcations" - holidays that offer relief from heat and humidity, without compromising on adventure, beauty or comfort. At 50 Degrees North, we specialise in Nordic escapes that do just that.
