Copenhagen to Helsinki Christmas & New Year

Today kicks off your Scandinavia Christmas and New Year tour! Arrive in Copenhagen and meet your tour leader and group at the hotel. Then, join an expert local guide for a walking tour to see Denmark's capital’s top sights. Afterwards, enjoy the rest of the day as you wish. Enjoy a buffet dinner tonight and mingle with your fellow travellers.

Explore the very best of Copenhagen at leisure! For the best immersion into the city's culture, embark on today's optional excursion to uncover the rich history of Copenhagen with an expert guide. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience, including a bucket-list canal cruise and a visit to the National Museum! There's no better way to explore the city.

This morning, head to Odense, known for being the birthplace of fairytale writer, Hans Christian Anderson. Up next is the city of Aarhus, the second-largest in Denmark. This must-see city is home to an old town open-air museum, contemporary artwork and buildings, Viking museums and more. Later, arrive in Hirtshals and board the overnight ferry to Bergen, Norway!

Norway is calling, and ready to be explored this Christmas Eve! Upon arrival in Bergen, hop on an orientation tour. "The city among the seven mountains" is home to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bryggen Quay and the fjords are just a short boat ride away. This afternoon, celebrate Christmas Eve on an optional excursion to Norway’s historic fishing villages.

Spend Christmas Day discovering beautiful Bergen! For an in-depth exploration, join today's Bergen+ excursion. This unmissable outing includes a guided tour of Bryggen, a Fløibanen ride to the top of Mount Fløyen for panoramic views, and finally, a delicious beverage at the Magic Ice Bar. This evening, sit down for a festive Christmas dinner with the group.

Leave Bergen behind for Gudvangen, located at the end of Nærøyfjord, one of the most spectacular fjords! Choose to visit a Viking village and hop on a sightseeing cruise on the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjorden fjords to Flam. Marvel at crystal-clear waters, towering cliffs and majestic waterfalls! Later, settle into tonight’s accommodation in Gudvangen and enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Depart Gudvangen this morning for Oslo! On the way, stop at the impressive Gol Stave Church. Arrive in Oslo and embark on an unmissable walking tour of the Norwegian capital with a local guide. Discover some of the city's highlights, such as Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace. This evening is free to spend however you wish.

There's more of Sweden to see today! Journey from Oslo to Karlstad this morning. Admire the scenery of this city on the shores of Lake Vänern. Then, stop in the medieval town of Sigtuna and head out on a picturesque orientation tour. Continue to Sweden's capital city, Stockholm. Enjoy Swedish meatballs for dinner this evening before settling into the hotel.

Spend a free day in Stockholm to discover all this captivating city has to offer! But first, set out on an expertly guided tour, seeing the city’s top sights like the Royal Palace, the AF Chapman ship and Gamla Stan (Old Town). Afterwards, join the Royal Stockholm optional excursion to tour the Royal Palace and visit the world-renowned Vasa Museum!

Spend the last few hours in Stockholm this morning however you choose. Tick off some more of the city’s sights or enjoy a lazy lunch. Then, the journey continues to the port, where the group will take an overnight ferry to Helsinki. Have a ball with the onboard entertainment, and tuck into an optional buffet dinner on the ferry!

Upon arrival in Helsinki, embark on a driving tour before settling into your harbourside hotel. Meet up with a local guide this afternoon to discover the city's top attractions, including Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral and Kauppatori Market. Celebrate New Year's Eve over dinner tonight. Ring in the new year with your fellow travellers and make this one to remember!

Hyvää uutta vuotta! What better way to spend New Year's Day than exploring Helsinki, a capital city with a knack for design, culture and architecture? All around Helsinki, you'll find stunning natural spots such as the Suomenlinna walking trails and museum which is a short ferry away. Why not explore this scenic island, its striking fortress and insightful museum?

Say goodbye to Scandinavia after almost two weeks of seeing the best seasonal sights and ticking the top attractions off your bucket list. Enjoy the final group breakfast, and exchange contact information with your new travel friends to stay in touch. Expat Explore hopes you've had a magical festive tour. See you on the road again soon!