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Best Cruises on Lake Päijänne!
Beautiful lake scenery on relaxing sightseeing cruises, scenic boat trips between charming towns and villages, and memorable celebrations and group outings on the water!
Discover the beauty of Finland’s Lakeland region with Päijänne Cruises Hildén! Our cruises depart from Jyväskylä, Laukaa, Kuusaa, Äänekoski and Korpilahti or Lahti, Vääksy and Heinola,
with additional boarding points along our cruise routes.
Choose from shorter sightseeing cruises to full-day excursions, or charter an entire boat for your private event or group. All our vessels feature a licensed onboard restaurant and a fully equipped kitchen, where our chefs prepare delicious meals to suit each cruise.
Book your tickets easily through our online store,
or contact us at info@paijanne-risteilythilden.fi or +358 10 320 8820.
The most popular cruises
Buy a Cruise Gift Voucher for Summer 2027
Surprise a friend, loved one or employee with a summer cruise on Lake Päijänne! Gift vouchers are available from our online store.
Lunch Cruise from Jyväskylä
Enjoy a wonderful summer day aboard the historic, over 120-year-old steamship s/s Suomi! This leisurely three-hour cruise takes you through the beautiful island scenery of northern Lake Päijänne, with the option to enjoy a delicious lunch buffet prepared by our onboard chef.
Lunch cruise from Lahti to Vääksy Canal
Enjoy a wonderful summer day cruising through the beautiful scenery of Lakes Vesijärvi and Päijänne, with a visit to the charming Vääksy Canal along the way! Make the most of your four-hour cruise with a delicious lunch buffet prepared by our onboard chef!
Saraakallio cruises from Laukaa Harbour
Saraakallio cruises from Laukaa take you to the Stone Age rock paintings and through the beautiful scenery of the Keitele–Päijänne Canal. Choose from three different excursion options to find the perfect fit for your summer day, and enjoy narrow waterways and beautiful countryside scenery along the way.
Summer Evening Cruise from Jyväskylä
The beautiful islands of northern Lake Päijänne, sparkling evening waters and the charm of an authentic steamship! Spend a relaxing summer evening on the lake, sip refreshing drinks and treat yourself to a delicious dinner buffet prepared by our onboard chef.
Summer Evening Cruise from Lahti to Vääksy Canal
Soft evening light, beautiful lake views and the charm of the Vääksy Canal! Relax on the sun deck as you cruise through the changing scenery of Lakes Vesijärvi and Päijänne, including a passage through the canal lock. Complete your summer evening on the water with a delicious dinner buffet prepared by our onboard chef!
Alvar Aalto – e la natura Cruise from Jyväskylä
Cruise from Jyväskylä to Säynätsalo aboard the historic steamship s/s Suomi and discover Säynätsalo Town Hall, designed by Alvar Aalto, on a guided tour. The excursion combines the beautiful scenery of Lake Päijänne, the atmosphere of a more than 120-year-old steamship and one of Alvar Aalto’s best-known architectural landmarks.
Boat trip Lahti – Heinola
Two canals, three lakes and a whole day of beautiful scenery! Travel from Lahti to Heinola and back aboard m/s Suomen Neito, passing through the Vääksy and Kalkkinen Canals. Experience the canal locks, admire the ever-changing lake scenery and treat yourself to a delicious lunch buffet prepared by our onboard chef. You can also choose a shorter section of the route!
Boat trip Jyväskylä – Kuusaa
This scenic boat trip from Jyväskylä to Kuusaa Canal and back takes you through three canal locks and across five lakes. On the return journey, you’ll also get to admire the prehistoric rock paintings at Saraakallio. Enjoy a summer day aboard m/s Suomen Suvi, complete with a delicious lunch buffet and beautiful lake views!
Boat trips
Discover beautiful lake scenery as you travel between charming towns and villages! Explore our cruise routes and make a scenic boat trip part of your summer adventure.
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Restaurant services and menus
Enjoy delicious Finnish flavours and locally sourced ingredients! Our onboard chefs prepare generous lunch and dinner buffets, with delicious food to enjoy on every cruise.
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Feedback from our customers
“Our summer Saturday evening cruise to Vääksy Canal with a bachelorette party was the perfect highlight of our special day! Everything went wonderfully and smoothly from the very first contact when arranging the booking. The welcome drinks as we boarded the ship really set the mood for the celebration. We were pleasantly surprised to find that a private lounge at the bow of the ship had been arranged for our group – such a thoughtful gesture! The staff were incredibly friendly throughout, and the food was absolutely delicious.”
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Review on Google by Taina H, -summer 2026
“A beautiful, sunny September day, great company, absolutely delicious food and friendly staff. What more could you ask for on a cruise? A big thank you! 🙏”
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Review on Google by Kirsi, -summer 2026
“Nice and polite welcoming to the ship. The captain told about some places and spots during the boat trip with relaxed tone. Weather was perfect and sunny and for me who’s been living 11 years in Lahti but never been on a cruise here before it gave me lots of new things and views and so new places! :) Really liked the boat sightseeing between Lahti and Vääksy Canal!”
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Review on TripAdvisor by Helmi J – 2020
“A wonderfully organized lake cruise aboard a beautiful historic vessel. The buffet was delicious, the staff were friendly and attentive, and the whole experience was absolutely fantastic. A huge thank you to everyone! 👍👍👍👍🏃”
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Review on Google by Liisa K, -summer 2024
“The old steamship S/S “Suomi” is still sailing strong after 100 years. The nostalgic three-hour cruise is a must, if you want to experience the old-time charm of slow travel and see some of the beautiful archipelago of Lake Päijänne. There is a restaurant and a cafe/bar on the boat and seats both inside and on the deck.”
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Review on TripAdvisor by TuulaV – 2018
“A nice, modern, quiet ship that moves smoothly. Friendly staff. Beautiful scenery on three lakes.”
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Review on Google by Sirpa L. – summer 2023
“Having a team day on Suomen neito -boat. The food was versatile and tasty. Atmosphere 10/10”
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Review on Google by Raimo T. -summer 2022
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