Private Tour
PRIVATE Traditional Finnish Soup Workshop by the Forest
Overview
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5 hours
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Escape the city and experience Finnish tradition by learning to cook authentic salmon soup inside a traditional wooden hut in the middle of the forest. This hands-on experience combines Finnish culinary heritage with the cozy atmosphere of a log cabin, offering a perfect blend of food, culture, and nature.
Unlike outdoor cooking experiences, the hut provides shelter from wind, rain, and cold, ensuring comfort in any season. As the fire crackles, you will prepare a traditional creamy salmon soup using fresh local ingredients, guided by a host. The meal is served with rye bread and butter, just as it is enjoyed in Finnish homes.
While the soup simmers, relax with a cup of warm glögi ot blueberry juice taking in the peaceful surroundings of the Finnish wilderness. This intimate experience is ideal for travelers looking for something beyond the usual tourist activities—a moment to slow down, connect with nature, and enjoy authentic Finnish hospitality.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
Enjoy a private culinary adventure in the heart of Finnish nature with transportation from Helsinki. This unique experience combines traditional Finnish cooking, a peaceful forest atmosphere, and delicious flavours. What to Expect: ° Private tour – only your group ° Hands-on cooking workshop in a Traditional Grill Hut ° Traditional Finnish salmon soup prepared over an open fire ° Warm (in winter) or cold (in summer) drinks, including spiced glögi (alcoholic option available) ° Round-trip transportation from Helsinki Experience Highlights: Cook over an open fire – Learn to prepare a hearty Finnish salmon soup, perfect for chilly days. Enjoy nature – Breathe in fresh forest air and relax in a peaceful hut. Learn from experts – Our experienced hosts will guide you through selecting fresh ingredients and cooking with care, learn about Finnish cuisine Savor warm drinks – Taste traditional Finnish glögi or blueberry juice. This tour is perfect for all skill levels – whether you love cooking or are trying something new! Come with an open mind, a big appetite, and a love for nature.
Sample Menu
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Salmon soup
Traditional Finnish soup
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PRIVATE Traditional Finnish Soup Workshop by the Forest
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Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Home Made Salmon Soup Personalized
trudy g,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip to the country side hut takes about 90 minutes. While it seems long, the time flew as we talked to Russ, the tour guide and cook teacher. He is Russian by birth but is a permanent reside of Finland. Since Russ's girlfriend is Ukrainian, we had a lot of questions to ask and Russ did not hesitate to give us his personal views on a multitude of topics. Once we arrived at the hut that has no electricity or running water, Russ started a fire which was blazing in just a few minutes. We proceeded to cut the vegetables as Russ prepared the rest of the meal. Considering how cold it was, the hot salmon soup tasted as good as any I remember. It was just a very interesting experience - from seeing the Finnish countryside to talking with Russ to eating self made salmon soup.
Salmon soup
Corey M,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were picked up at our hotel by a guide in his personal car ( which was very comfortable) and drove to a traditional hut out in a beautiful pasture. We enjoyed the making of the soup and it was delicious.
Yum!
Peter P,
Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guide! Fun project. Yummy meal! Ross was entertaining , knowledgeable and very responsive to our needs.
The scare before the food
Greg S,
Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Everything we planned, and even a wildlife scare, so there was even more. Our driver/chef Egor picked us up at our location and took us on the 90 minute ride to the cabin. When we arrived he set everything up, leaving us time to take pictures and hike around the forest. I split off and traveled a different path when I heard rustling in the bushes. FYI, IF YOU GO REMEMBER YOU ARE BACK ON THE FOOD CHAIN WHEN YOU WONDER THROUGH THE WOODS. I turned and looked and a huge animal went into full sprint towards me. No, it wasn't a bear, which they do have in the woods, it was a full grown buck. I yelled and it fortunately broke left and continued through the woods out of sight. So, that was the scarry part. Food part... it was a wonderful, relaxing, and educational experience. The whole family enjoyed it and we could not have asked for more from the experience. ONLY words of warning/recommendation would be to have an empty bladder when you depart for the cabin. The porta potty is... also educational. Long story short, you have a full view of everyone who has relieved themselves there before you.
It was amazing
644seregak,
Jun 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great service . I went with Guidance on the salmon soup (traditional Finnish) Private Workshop . The atmosphere and soup was amazing. Thank you 🙏
🥣 Salmon Soup in the Forest
683valeriiak,
Jun 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The soup was amazing, but what really made it special was cooking it outdoors over a fire. You could really feel the Finnish vibe. Simple, warm, unforgettable.
Great time with friends
259 nnas,
Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide, great soup, great time. Would do it again for sure and recommend to my friends. I also love the timing and organization.
A taste of Finland by the fire
margaritasG8460XP,
Jun 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a lovely time on this experience! You get picked up in Helsinki and driven to a beautiful, peaceful spot in nature — a cozy little Finnish kota surrounded by forest. The drive isn’t super short, but the transfer is really comfortable, so you can just relax and enjoy the scenery. Once we arrived, everything was already prepared - I didn’t have to worry about a thing. Our host was incredibly kind and welcoming, explained everything clearly, and made the whole experience feel effortless and enjoyable. We learned how to make lohikeitto, the traditional Finnish salmon soup, over an open fire. The atmosphere was so calm and magical - the fire crackling, the smell of the smoke and soup, and the quiet nature all around. The host also shared a bit of background about the dish and gave us a detailed recipe, which I really appreciated. Even though I’ve been living in Helsinki for five years now, I still found it genuinely interesting and fun. I definitely feel confident enough to make the soup at home now. Highly recommend this experience - whether you’re just visiting or have lived here for a while, it’s a beautiful way to connect with Finnish culture and nature.
Highly recommend
JaniceH382,
May 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend. We enjoyed getting out of the city for our own private tour. We will make this soup again at home with fond memories
A fabulous escape from Helsinki!
MayerGirl,
May 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I (it was just the two of us) did this excursion late-April 2025, and canNOT recommend a more amazing experience. The communication and coordination with the owners was fantastic! We were picked up directly in front of our hotel in a very comfortable and clean car, and enjoyed the ~50 minute drive to outside of the city. The hosts were easy and comfortable to talk with, the location of the actual class was so picturesque, and we really enjoyed all of our time and experiences. Learning the secret to making a delicious traditional salmon soup, walking around the lake area, and enjoying the Glögi!
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