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Find Your Winter Happiness - Fam trip to Lahti region

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Welcome to Lahti region!

This fam trip will showcase the Lahti region as a destination for business events. By invitation only, February 5-8, 2026.

Preliminary program

Credits : Jouni Korhonen
Sibelius Hall
Credits: Tommi Mattila

Thursday, February 5, 2026 - Welcome to the happiest country in the world

Individual arrivals with Finnair

Meet your local hosts at Helsinki Airport. Meeting point: Arrivals Hall (first floor), Helsinki Airport - look for the Finland Fam Trip sign. 

Coffee and snacks for early arrivals

Transfer to Lahti

Check-in at Solo Sokos Hotel Lahti Seurahuone 
Welcome drinks & site inspection at the hotel. 
Located in the heart of Lahti, Solo Sokos Hotel Lahden Seurahuone combines modern comfort with historic charm. The hotel offers stylish rooms, versatile meeting facilities, and excellent dining options. Its central location allows easy access to the city’s main attractions, cultural sites, and transport connections, ensuring a convenient and memorable stay.

18.30 Whisky Tasting at Restaurant Taivaanranta 
Experience the award-winning craftsmanship of Teerenpeli Distillery, Finland’s pioneering small-scale whisky producer. During this guided tasting, you explore the unique flavours of locally distilled whiskies made from pure Salpausselkä groundwater and Finnish barley. 

20.00 Dinner at Restaurant Taivaanranta, hosted by the City of Lahti 
Savor a Finnish-style dinner featuring local dishes and craft beverages at Taivaanranta, one of Lahti’s premier dining venues. 

Credits: Solo Sokos Hotel Lahden Seurahuone, Loft House

Friday, February 6 - Lahti Highlights & Vierumäki

Breakfast 

9.00 Malski & MALVA, Lahti’s cultural and business hub 
Malski is a vibrant cultural and business center, housed in a renovated brewery in the heart of Lahti. Guests will enjoy a guided tour of the venue, exploring its dynamic mix of business, culture, and community spaces. Malva – the Lahti Museum of Visual Arts is located within the same complex. 

9.45 Lahti SportsExhibition Center 
Discover the Lahti Sports & Exhibition Center. The center has hosted internationally renowned competitions such as the Salpausselkä Ski Games, as well as a variety of large-scale exhibitions and corporate events. 

10.30 Site visit at Sibelius Hall
Sibelius Hall, the world-class wooden concert hall and event venue is an architecturally stunning event venue where modern design meets Lahti’s rich wood-building tradition. 

11.30 Lunch at Sibelius Hall 

13.00 Bus transfer to Vierumäki

13.30 Introduction to Hotel Holiday Club VierumäkiVierumäki 
Vierumäki, Finland’s Leading Sports & Wellbeing Training Centre, is a sports and wellness destination offering top-tier facilities for training camps, corporate events, and active incentives. Surrounded by pristine nature, it provides a unique environment where professional development and outdoor experiences go hand in hand. 

15.00 Campfire Coffee in Ilkankuru Kota 
Warm up with a cozy campfire coffee experience at Ilkankuru Kota. Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and local treats around a traditional Finnish kota, while relaxing by the fire. 

16.30 Experience floating on Lake Valkjärvi 
Enjoy a unique experience on Lake Valkjärvi: float and unwind while taking in the serene natural surroundings. This activity offers a refreshing way to connect with nature and enjoy the tranquility of Finland’s beautiful lakes. Appropriate gear is provided.

18.00 Candlelight Dinner at Kalliokammi & Karhunpesä 
Enjoy a candlelight dinner in the heart of Vierumäki’s unspoiled nature. Set by the shores of the sparkling Mustalampi, we will savor a local dinner prepared by the chef on site in a warm, atmospheric setting, perfect for creating memorable moment

21.00 Transfer back to the hotel

 

Credits: Jouni Korhonen

Saturday, February 7 – Winter activities in Messilä & Lehmonkärki

Breakfast & check-out 

9.00 Transfer to Messilä

09.20 Introduction to Messilä 
Messilä Ski & Outdoor Resort is the largest ski center in southern Finland. In winter, guests can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and cozy breaks by the fireplace, while summer offers hiking, mountain biking, and nature experiences. 

10.00 Skiing / Snowboarding lessons on the Messilä slopes 
Learn to ski or snowboard with professional instructors. Suitable for all levels, these lessons provide a fun and safe environment to improve skills while enjoying the winter landscape. Skiing and snowboarding equipment, including helmets, are provided. If you prefer not to test your skills on the slopes, you can still enjoy the winter landscape with a snowshoe walk through nature.

12.00 Lunch Enjoy Nature, Countryside retreat & natural-food lunch stop 
Located in Hollola, EnjoyNature offers a tranquil countryside setting by lake Kutajärvi/Vesijärvi and is ideal for groups wanting a mix of nature, relaxation, and local flavour. 

13.00 Transfer to Lehmonkärki

14.00 House tour with welcome drinks & coffee break 
Lehmonkärki Resort is an inspiring lakeside venue set on Lake Päijänne, right next to the wilderness of the national park, combining modern meeting facilities with beautiful natural surroundings. With stylish villas and flexible meeting spaces, Lehmonkärki is perfect for conferences, workshops, corporate retreats, or dinners.

15.30 Snowmobile tour 
Experience the thrill of a snowmobile tour through the scenic winter landscapes of Lehmonkärki. Guided by experienced instructors, guests can enjoy the forests and frozen trails while discovering the beauty of the nature. Protective clothing and helmets are provided.

17.00 Spa & sauna experience at AISTI Spa 
Sauna plays a big role in Finnish culture and our happiness, and we’d love for you to experience it as well! AISTI Sauna & Spa is a true oasis of relaxation, set in a beautiful natural environment. It offers a peaceful setting where guests can fully enjoy nature and the moment.

20.00 Flamed salmon dinner at Metsästysmaja 
Enjoy a local and atmospheric dinner in the cozy Metsästysmaja hunting cabin. We will savor flamed salmon and seasonal dishes in a warm, inviting setting in a true Finnish wilderness atmosphere.

Lehmonkärki Aisti Spa
Credits: ninnuvisual

Sunday, February 8 – Connect with nature

Breakfast & check-out

10.00 Forest walking tour in Lehmonkärki 
Start your day with a refreshing forest walk, immersing yourself in the calming sights and sounds of nature. The tour offers insights into local history, culture, and the surrounding environment. This peaceful experience is a perfect way to connect with nature and energize for the travel ahead.

11.30 Lunch in Lehmonkärki

12.30 Transfer to Helsinki airport. Arrival latest at 14.00.

Individual departures with Finnair 


Please note, the programme is subject to change. 

Credits: Jouni Korhonen

Lahti region: Where winter meets happiness

Finland Convention Bureau and Visit Lahti have the pleasure of inviting you to a fam trip to be held in Lahti region. Join us to explore the possibilities of the region and discover what it can offer to your future events. 

Lahti is located in the Finnish Lakeland region, just an hour’s drive from Helsinki Airport. The city's world-class venues, compact city centre, beautiful natural surroundings, and a proactive local will-do attitude ensure smooth events for both organizers and participants.

Lahti is Finland’s leading city for environmental issues, recognized as a frontrunner in climate work, a pioneer in sustainable and smart solutions, and the European Green Capital 2021. Taking care of nature and its lakes is a goal shared by everyone in the region. The Lakeland region is where the Finns come to recharge and reconnect with nature.

Malski
Credits: Visit Lahti

Your local hosts

FINLAND CONVENTION BUREAU
Ines Antti-Poika
Head of Business Events

LAHTI CONVENTION BUREAU, VISIT LAHTI
Anu Kärkkäinen 
Head of Convention Bureau
Susanna Jokinen 
Senior Advisor of Congresses & Business Events

 

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