Guided Tours
Guides in North Karelia
There’s no better way to feel the heartbeat of a town than discovering it with a knowledgeable local by your side. Our professional guides will share with you not only tourist attractions and famous must-sees, but also what’s happening ‘behind the scenes’, as well as their favourite spots and best things to do in the town you’re visiting.
Joensuu
Joensuun Matkailuoppaat ry or Joensuu Travel Guides organize guided tours in the city of Joensuu.
Tours are available on foot, by bicycle and by bus.
Tour languages: Finnish, English, Russian, Japanese, Spanish.
Contact information:
Airi Okkonen
Tel. +35845 894 7557
Email: airi.okko@gmail.com
Nurmes
Äksyt Ämmät – Green Finn Tour Operator & DMC can do guide services in the Nurmes area.
Tours are available on foot, by bike and by bus.
Tour languages: Finnish, English, German
Contact information:
Kirsi Partanen
Tel. +358 50 477 2570
Email: sales@aksytammat.fi
Pielisen Karjala Tourist Guide Association
Pielisen Karjala Tourist Guide Association organizes tours in Lieksa, Nurmes, Valtimo and Juuka.
Tours are available on foot, by bus and by boat.
Tour languages: Finnish, English
Contact information:
Jatta Kettunen (Lieksa)
Tel. +358 40 5495808
Email: lieksan.oppaat@gmail.com
Minna Murtonen (Nurmes, Valtimo)
Tel. +358 40 087 7085
Email: minna.murtonen@gmail.com
Kaija Mattila (Juuka)
Tel. +358 40 737 9747
Email: kaija.mattila@gmail.com
Tuula Ikonen-Graafmans (Juuka)
Tel. +358 40 067 4062
Email: tuula.ikonengraafmans@gmail.com
Feel Koli
Feel Koli organizes guided tours in the beautiful setting of Koli National Park.
Nature excursions are provided during all seasons. During summer season nature walks, hikes and tours are available. Snowshoes are used to explore the surroundings during the winter season.
Contact information:
Irja Tanskanen
Email: info@feelkoli.fi
House of the Bear
Helena Karhu, a local shaman and retreat guide organized guided tours in Koli National Park and around North Karelia.
For example "Sacred Nature Walk in Koli National Park: A Shamanic Journey" is available.
Unique tailored tours depending on the interests and needs can be made as well.
Contact:
Helena Karhu
Tel. +358 40 5148788
Email: info@karhuntalo.com