Secure your spot on this unforgettable adventure with just a $300 nonrefundable deposit. From there, 40% of your trip cost will be due 6 months before your travel date, and the final payment will be due 3 months prior to departure. It’s a simple, flexible way to lock in your journey and start counting down to the experience of a lifetime!

• Hotel

  4 star or better

• Meals

  7 Breakfasts, 2 School lunches, & 1 Dinner

• School Visits

  3 school visits and 5 workshops

• Tour Leader

  Your experienced Tour Leader and Professional Development facilitators

• Ground Transportation

  Transfers between schools, hotels, and included experiences

• Certificate

  PD Certificate for 24 Hours

• Welcome Reception

  Welcome drinks and Orientation in Helsinki

• Farewell Dinner

• 24 Hour Helsinki Card

• Airfare

  Airfare is not included

• Optional Side Trips

  You will have a list of optional side trips for an additional fee at a later date

• VISA

  At the appropriate time, we will provide a link to the VISA application.

• Tips and Gratuities

  For in-country guides and drivers

• Early/Late Transfers

  If you are arriving or departing earlier/later than the scheduled Group dates, you will be responsible for your own transfers. We are happy to advise, but we will not cover the cost.

BBT Leader will help assist you to the Hotel

Orientation and light refreshments around 7PM.

Experience Helsinki using this 24 hour pass!

Helsinki is one of Europe's most amazing cities, so we understand that you would like to travel here and discover everything the city has to offer. The city offers you four clearly distinctive seasons, which makes it an attractive travel destination all year round.

In the city you'll find a unique combination of many museums, attractions, events, exhibitions and restaurants. With the City Sightseeing Hop On-Hop Off you'll see the most interesting sights of Helsinki as well as local life - the Helsinki Card as your tour ticket!

This original City Card has offered the best of the city since 1983.

Canal Cruise

Suomenlinna Museum

• Basics of the Finnish education system

• Core elements of the national core curriculum: What is relevant in an international context?

We will have the exciting opportunity to visit a Finnish school, where we will engage in collaboration with dedicated educators and gain valuable insights into their innovative school system. This experience will allow us to explore the unique teaching methods and educational philosophies that have made Finland's education system renowned worldwide. We will interact with teachers, observe classroom dynamics, and discuss best practices, making this visit not only educational but also inspiring for our future endeavors in education.

School visit with School Lunch

• Leadership structure in Finnish schools

• Power of distributed leadership and trust

• Broad-Based leadership

We will have the exciting opportunity to visit a Finnish school, where we will engage in collaboration with dedicated educators and gain valuable insights into their innovative school system. This experience will allow us to explore the unique teaching methods and educational philosophies that have made Finland's education system renowned worldwide. We will interact with teachers, observe classroom dynamics, and discuss best practices, making this visit not only educational but also inspiring for our future endeavors in education.

• Special features of the school

• Unique ICT solutions of the school

• Q and A session

• ICT solutions in action

• Classroom visits

• Conversations with students and teachers

• Phenomenon-based learning: Leadership and Classroom Perspectives

• Recap, final reflections, takeaways and next steps

• This is the ultimate cultural experience. After the sauna and refreshing lake we walk through the forest to the home of a Finnish friend (Petteri), where we have a traditional Finnish dinner and refreshments enjoying our final night together.

Reflect on the experience and enjoy some food and fellowship!

If flight allows

Overnight in Helsinki

Perfect for travelers looking to save and connect. Share a comfortable room with another traveler and enjoy all the same great experiences at a lower cost. If you’re traveling with a friend, let us know your roommate preference at checkout. Otherwise, we’ll thoughtfully pair you with someone of a similar age and teaching level.

Ideal for those who prefer extra privacy. Relax in your own room after each day’s adventure while still enjoying all group activities and inclusions. A great option for travelers who want a little more personal space.

Heads-Up, Snoozers!  If you snore like a bear, rock a CPAP machine, need white noise, or have any other quirky sleep habits, we totally understand — everyone has their bedtime vibe! But to keep things peaceful for your fellow travelers, please consider booking a private room.

Even better? Bring a friend you’ve already shared a room (and some laughs) with, and have them register too!

Let’s keep the Zzzs drama-free and the vibes just right. Thanks for being the considerate rockstar you are!

1. Pack for the Season

   Winters are cold and snowy—layer up with thermal gear, hats, gloves, and waterproof boots. Summers are mild and perfect for exploring outdoors.

2. Get Comfortable with Silence

   Finns value personal space and quiet moments—don’t feel awkward if conversations are calm or brief.

3. Try the Sauna Culture

   Saunas are a huge part of Finnish life! Don’t be shy—join in and embrace the tradition (towels are optional in many local saunas!).

4. Tap Water is Safe

   You can drink straight from the tap anywhere in Finland—it’s clean, fresh, and tastes great.

5. Use Cards, Not Cash

   Credit and debit cards are accepted almost everywhere, even at small cafes or kiosks.

6. Public Transportation is Reliable

   Buses, trains, and trams are clean, safe, and easy to navigate—especially in cities like Helsinki.

7. Don’t Expect Small Talk

   Finns are friendly but not overly chatty. Respect their quiet nature and you’ll be welcomed warmly.

Most Finns speak English very well, especially in cities, but a few phrases go a long way in showing respect and friendliness! 

1. Hello – Hei (hay)

2. Thank you – Kiitos (kee-toss)

3. Yes – Kyllä (kew-lah)

4. No – Ei (ay)

5. Excuse me / Sorry – Anteeksi (ahn-teck-see)

6. Do you speak English? – Puhutko englantia? (poo-hoot-ko eng-lan-tee-ah)

7. How much does this cost? – Paljonko tämä maksaa? (pal-yon-ko tah-mah mak-sah)