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Best of Scandinavia & the Baltics tour
Combine all the destinations on the single tours into the full-length, 20-day combo tour to experience the best of Scandinavia, Finland, the Baltics & Poland.
Copenhagen to Helsinki tour
Travel on this part of the combo tour to experience 13 days in Scandinavia as well as Finland.
Helsinki to Warsaw tour
Travel on the second part of the combo tour to experience 10 days in Finland, the Baltics & Poland.
Breathtaking natural scenery, vibrant cities and Viking villages - this is Scandinavian travel at its best! Visiting Norway, Sweden and Denmark as well as Finland promises many unforgettable experiences. Embrace the bustling atmosphere of capital cities Oslo and Stockholm. Admire a classic Helsinki view of beautiful islands and green parks and marvel at the fjords in Norway. See centuries-old towns, relax on two overnight cruises and try local cuisines. Journey from Copenhagen to Finland, travelling through lush scenery and the Scandinavian heartland along the way! Discover Scandinavia in all its splendour on this Northern Europe trip!
If you'd like to join a Baltic States tour in addition to a Scandinavia tour, consider the Best of Scandinavia & the Baltics trip.
Welcome to the start of one of the most exciting Scandinavia tours! Arrive in Copenhagen, Denmark, and head to the hotel. Meet up with your tour leader and your group this morning. Later this afternoon, meet with an expert local guide for a walking tour of the highlights of the Danish capital. To round off the first day of the tour, enjoy an included dinner to get to know your fellow travellers and your tour leader. Get ready to continue to explore Scandinavia over the next 13 days!
Meals: Dinner
Enjoy a free day to explore Copenhagen at your own pace. Choose to join today’s optional excursion and learn more about Copenhagen’s history. This excursion also includes a canal cruise and lunch at Reffen market! Alternatively, explore on your own and visit the Tivoli Gardens, which is a famous amusement park, and the Rundetaarn - an astronomical observatory that offers fantastic views of the city and is known worldwide for its unique equestrian staircase (a ramp to allow for a horse and carriage to access the library at the top of the tower). You could also visit Freetown Christiania - a commune in the east of the city that was established by squatters in 1971 and attracts nonconformists from around the world.
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy the beauty of the Danish countryside as the tour travels towards the coastal town of Hirtshals. Depart Copenhagen in the morning and head towards today’s first stop; Odense! This is the third-largest city in Denmark and birthplace of the fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen. Enjoy an orientation tour around the town plus free time to explore. Next, travel to Aarhus - Denmark’s second-biggest city which is home to an old town open-air museum, contemporary artwork and buildings, Viking museums and more! Enjoy an orientation tour before hopping back on the coach and travelling to Hirtshals. Arrive and board the overnight ferry which will arrive in Bergen, Norway tomorrow.
Meals: Breakfast
It’s time to explore Norway! Arrive in Bergen and enjoy an orientation driving tour of the city. Norway’s second-largest city is known as “the city among the seven mountains” and is the gateway to Norway’s magnificent fjords. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bryggen Quay is a top attraction in the city, while Norway’s famous fjords are just a short journey away - seeing the fjords is a highlight of any Norway tour package! Embark on an orientation tour before enjoying free time to relax or explore on your own. Alternatively, choose to join the optional excursion and experience Norway’s historic fishing villages before digging into a traditional Norwegian dinner!
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day to explore the beautiful Norwegian city of Bergen and the surrounding area. To explore Bergen in depth, join the Bergen+ excursion which includes an orientation tour, a ferry trip, a guided tour of Bryggen, a trip to the top of Mount Fløyen on the Fløibanen, and a drink at Bergen’s Magic Ice Bar. This is how to see the best of Bergen in one day! Alternatively, explore at your own pace and discover more of Bergen’s classic medieval architecture, markets and warehouses. Adventure definitely awaits today!
Meals: Breakfast
Explore Norway’s scenic heartland today. Depart Bergen and travel to Gudvangen, a village located at the end of Nærøyfjord, arguably Norway’s most famous fjord. Here, you’ll have the chance to join our optional excursion which visits a Viking village followed by a sightseeing cruise along the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjorden fjords to Flam, where you will meet up with the coach again. Still blue water is framed by towering cliffs and dramatic waterfalls - making for a truly incredible sight! Scenes like these are a highlight of Scandinavian travel. Next, enjoy a stop at Borgund’s famous Stave Church. Continue on with the journey to Oslo. Arrive in the late evening and enjoy an included dinner at the hotel.
Meals: BreakfastDinner
Enjoy a morning to explore the Norwegian capital with a local guide on a walking tour. Along with being Norway’s capital city, Oslo is home to Norway’s royal family. See highlights including Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace. Enjoy some free time after the walking tour to take in the atmosphere of this cultured city or join the Oslo+ optional excursion and visit some of the city’s beautiful green spaces and museums. Later this afternoon, travel onwards to Karlstad in Sweden, which is the destination for this evening. Arrive in the city, which is located exactly between Oslo and Stockholm. Karlstad sits on the shores of Lake Vänern and offers fun outdoor activities plus great Swedish cuisine and culture.
Meals: Breakfast
See more of Sweden today! This first stop is Sigtuna - a picturesque medieval town that was founded in the 900s making it Sweden’s oldest town! Enjoy an orientation tour of the town and free time to explore on your own or find a spot to grab lunch. Afterwards, continue to explore Scandinavia and travel to Stockholm - Sweden’s dynamic capital city! Arrive and enjoy a driving and walking tour of the city with an expert local guide. See the highlights including the Royal Palace and the AF Chapman ship, before enjoying a walk through Gamla Stan (Stockholm’s Old Town). This evening, enjoy an included dinner in the city centre with the group, before checking into the hotel for the night.
Meals: BreakfastDinner
Enjoy this free day to explore more of Stockholm! Gamla Stan is the old town and this amazing destination is filled with red, orange and terracotta-coloured buildings overlooking narrow cobblestone streets. The numerous islands that make up the town offer fascinating walks, especially through the Djurgården, where you can visit Skansen, the open-air Swedish history museum. Alternatively, join the Royal Sweden & Vasa Museum optional excursion on which you will enjoy a scenic drive, see the spectacular Drottningholm Palace and visit the world-famous Vasa Museum. There is no shortage of incredible things to do today!
Meals: Breakfast
Today, travel onwards towards Helsinki in Finland. Along the way, take a late morning drive to Lidingö Island and enjoy free time to explore the stunning surroundings. Take time to wander through the Millesgården and admire the sculptures. Next, travel onwards to the port and get ready to catch the overnight ferry to Helsinki. You’ll be treated to some onboard entertainment and an optional buffet dinner featuring delicious Swedish dishes.
Meals: Breakfast
Welcome to Finland! The capital Helsinki is a vibrant seaside city known for its beautiful islands and lush green parks. Arrive and enjoy a driving tour of the city. Settle in at your harbourside hotel, and meet up with a local guide this evening for a walking tour. Encounter some of the city's most famous sights including the likes of the Havis Amanda, as well as the Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral. Not to mention Uspenski Cathedral and Kauppatori Market! There is so much to see and experience! Enjoy an included dinner this evening.
Meals: BreakfastDinner
Enjoy a free day in Helsinki to explore the city as you wish. This quirky capital is a hub for design, culture and architectural innovation, as well as the delicious food that can be found here! Experience this vibrant and diverse city. Helsinki is surrounded by beautiful natural spots. Discover Suomenlinna Fortress on an optional excursion, including a guided tour and museum entrance. Or perhaps you'd like to visit the Seurasaari open-air museum, or take in some modern art at the Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art? This evening, discover Helsinki's awe-inspiring attractions on an optional excursion visiting the Amos Rex art museum, Temppeliaukio Church and Sibelius Monument. Marvel at the incredible views and architecture before enjoying some local cuisine.
Meals: Breakfast
After nearly two weeks of exploring the best of Scandinavia, the tour comes to an end this morning. Enjoy a final breakfast with your tour group, and get ready to head back home. Remember to swap contact details with your newly made travel friends and share your travel memories with us on social media using #TravelMadePossible and #BetterTogether. We hope you have had an incredible journey and hope to see you back on an Expat Explore coach again very soon!
Meals: Breakfast
Welcome to the start of one of the most exciting Scandinavia tours! Arrive in Copenhagen, Denmark, and head to the hotel. Meet up with your tour leader and your group this morning. Later this afternoon, meet with an expert local guide for a walking tour of the highlights of the Danish capital. To round off the first day of the tour, enjoy an included dinner to get to know your fellow travellers and your tour leader. Get ready to continue to explore Scandinavia over the next 13 days!
Guided tour of Copenhagen: Enjoy a walking tour of Copenhagen with a local guide. Highlights include the famous Nyhavn Waterfront, Rosenborg Castle, the Town Hall, the Little Mermaid statue and Amalienborg Palace.
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Hotel
Enjoy a free day to explore Copenhagen at your own pace. Choose to join today’s optional excursion and learn more about Copenhagen’s history. This excursion also includes a canal cruise and lunch at Reffen market! Alternatively, explore on your own and visit the Tivoli Gardens, which is a famous amusement park, and the Rundetaarn - an astronomical observatory that offers fantastic views of the city and is known worldwide for its unique equestrian staircase (a ramp to allow for a horse and carriage to access the library at the top of the tower). You could also visit Freetown Christiania - a commune in the east of the city that was established by squatters in 1971 and attracts nonconformists from around the world.
Breakfast
Hotel
Admire the sights on a canal cruise through Copenhagen, discover Danish history at the National Museum, and visit vibrant Reffen for lunch.
Enjoy the beauty of the Danish countryside as the tour travels towards the coastal town of Hirtshals. Depart Copenhagen in the morning and head towards today’s first stop; Odense! This is the third-largest city in Denmark and birthplace of the fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen. Enjoy an orientation tour around the town plus free time to explore. Next, travel to Aarhus - Denmark’s second-biggest city which is home to an old town open-air museum, contemporary artwork and buildings, Viking museums and more! Enjoy an orientation tour before hopping back on the coach and travelling to Hirtshals. Arrive and board the overnight ferry which will arrive in Bergen, Norway tomorrow.
Orientation tour of Odense: Explore the highlights of Odense, the hometown of Hans Christian Andersen. Join your tour leader and learn more about Odense’s history as well as its most famous inhabitant. Try and see if you can identify some of the inspiration for his fairytales!
Orientation tour of Aarhus: Enjoy a tour and learn more about the bustling city of Aarhus. Aarhus is home to Den Gamle By, an Old Town that doubles as an open-air museum offering insight into the Danish way of life from centuries ago.
Overnight ferry to Norway: Arrive in Hirtshals seaport and hop aboard the ferry. Get ready to enjoy an overnight cruise to Bergen, Norway.
Breakfast
It’s time to explore Norway! Arrive in Bergen and enjoy an orientation driving tour of the city. Norway’s second-largest city is known as “the city among the seven mountains” and is the gateway to Norway’s magnificent fjords. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bryggen Quay is a top attraction in the city, while Norway’s famous fjords are just a short journey away - seeing the fjords is a highlight of any Norway tour package! Embark on an orientation tour before enjoying free time to relax or explore on your own. Alternatively, choose to join the optional excursion and experience Norway’s historic fishing villages before digging into a traditional Norwegian dinner!
See Norway’s fjords: Cruise to Norway on the overnight ferry and marvel at views of the country’s famous fjords as you arrive in Bergen. Norway is home to over 1,000 fjords! The striking, winding waterways offer views which are guaranteed to leave you speechless!
Orientation tour of Bergen: Become familiar with this city that is known as “the city among the seven mountains” on an orientation tour with your tour leader. There are great things to see and do in Bergen including an acclaimed aquarium as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site-listed quay.
Breakfast
Discover some hidden coastal gems around Bergen to get a taste of peaceful village life. Enjoy an authentic Norwegian dinner at a historic restaurant.
Enjoy a free day to explore the beautiful Norwegian city of Bergen and the surrounding area. To explore Bergen in depth, join the Bergen+ excursion which includes an orientation tour, a ferry trip, a guided tour of Bryggen, a trip to the top of Mount Fløyen on the Fløibanen, and a drink at Bergen’s Magic Ice Bar. This is how to see the best of Bergen in one day! Alternatively, explore at your own pace and discover more of Bergen’s classic medieval architecture, markets and warehouses. Adventure definitely awaits today!
Breakfast
Hotel
Explore Bergen with your tour leader. Enjoy a scenic ferry ride, a Bryggen tour, a ride on the Fløibanen funicular and a drink at the Magic Ice Bar!
Explore Norway’s scenic heartland today. Depart Bergen and travel to Gudvangen, a village located at the end of Nærøyfjord, arguably Norway’s most famous fjord. Here, you’ll have the chance to join our optional excursion which visits a Viking village followed by a sightseeing cruise along the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjorden fjords to Flam, where you will meet up with the coach again. Still blue water is framed by towering cliffs and dramatic waterfalls - making for a truly incredible sight! Scenes like these are a highlight of Scandinavian travel. Next, enjoy a stop at Borgund’s famous Stave Church. Continue on with the journey to Oslo. Arrive in the late evening and enjoy an included dinner at the hotel.
Experience Norway’s scenery: Enjoy a scenic trip through the Norwegian countryside. Look forward to views of mountains, forests and fjords!
Visit Gudvangen: Make a stop in Gudvangen, a village nestled at the end of one of the most famous fjords in Norway. When you arrive in Gudvangen, you will have the opportunity to join the Viking Village and Sightseeing Fjord Cruise optional excursion.
See Borgund’s Stave Church: Enjoy a stop at this famous Norwegian church. Have your cameras ready as the striking building offers great opportunities for photos.
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Travel back in time and visit the Viking village Njardarheimr in Gudvangen. Then, cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage fjords to Flam!
Enjoy a morning to explore the Norwegian capital with a local guide on a walking tour. Along with being Norway’s capital city, Oslo is home to Norway’s royal family. See highlights including Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace. Enjoy some free time after the walking tour to take in the atmosphere of this cultured city or join the Oslo+ optional excursion and visit some of the city’s beautiful green spaces and museums. Later this afternoon, travel onwards to Karlstad in Sweden, which is the destination for this evening. Arrive in the city, which is located exactly between Oslo and Stockholm. Karlstad sits on the shores of Lake Vänern and offers fun outdoor activities plus great Swedish cuisine and culture.
Guided tour of Oslo: Join a local guide for a walking tour of Oslo. On the tour, gain deeper insight into the city and its history. Highlights include the Oslo Opera House, Kvadraturen, the Parliament building, Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace.
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Explore top Oslo sights with your tour leader! Visit Vigeland Sculpture Park, the scenic Bygdøy peninsula and the Fram and Kon Tiki museums.
See more of Sweden today! This first stop is Sigtuna - a picturesque medieval town that was founded in the 900s making it Sweden’s oldest town! Enjoy an orientation tour of the town and free time to explore on your own or find a spot to grab lunch. Afterwards, continue to explore Scandinavia and travel to Stockholm - Sweden’s dynamic capital city! Arrive and enjoy a driving and walking tour of the city with an expert local guide. See the highlights including the Royal Palace and the AF Chapman ship, before enjoying a walk through Gamla Stan (Stockholm’s Old Town). This evening, enjoy an included dinner in the city centre with the group, before checking into the hotel for the night.
Visit Sigtuna: Enjoy a visit to Sweden’s oldest town! Founded by King Erik the Victorious in 970 AD, Sigtuna is home to the oldest Main Street in the country.
Guided tour of Stockholm: Join a local guide and see the top sights of Sweden’s capital city. Highlights of this cosmopolitan Scandinavian city include the Royal Palace, the AF Chapman ship as well as the old town Gamla Stan which is the beating heart of the city.
Swedish meatballs for dinner: It’s time to tuck into a Swedish classic - meatballs! Join the group and enjoy this included dinner tonight.
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Enjoy this free day to explore more of Stockholm! Gamla Stan is the old town and this amazing destination is filled with red, orange and terracotta-coloured buildings overlooking narrow cobblestone streets. The numerous islands that make up the town offer fascinating walks, especially through the Djurgården, where you can visit Skansen, the open-air Swedish history museum. Alternatively, join the Royal Sweden & Vasa Museum optional excursion on which you will enjoy a scenic drive, see the spectacular Drottningholm Palace and visit the world-famous Vasa Museum. There is no shortage of incredible things to do today!
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Hotel
Experience Sweden’s royalty and history! Visit Drottningholm Palace, including its lush gardens, and the Vasa Museum to see the warship Vasa.
Today, travel onwards towards Helsinki in Finland. Along the way, take a late morning drive to Lidingö Island and enjoy free time to explore the stunning surroundings. Take time to wander through the Millesgården and admire the sculptures. Next, travel onwards to the port and get ready to catch the overnight ferry to Helsinki. You’ll be treated to some onboard entertainment and an optional buffet dinner featuring delicious Swedish dishes.
Explore Lidingö Island: Visit the island located in the inner Stockholm archipelago and enjoy a driving tour as well as free time to explore. Did you know that Lidingö Island is home to Millesgården - an outdoor sculpture park and museum?
Overnight ferry to Helsinki: Cruise your way to a new country - Finland! Catch an overnight ferry ride from Sweden, to Helsinki in Finland. Enjoy the onboard entertainment plus an optional buffet dinner this evening.
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Indulge in a delectable Swedish buffet dinner aboard the overnight cruise during the trip from Stockholm to Helsinki!
Welcome to Finland! The capital Helsinki is a vibrant seaside city known for its beautiful islands and lush green parks. Arrive and enjoy a driving tour of the city. Settle in at your harbourside hotel, and meet up with a local guide this evening for a walking tour. Encounter some of the city's most famous sights including the likes of the Havis Amanda, as well as the Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral. Not to mention Uspenski Cathedral and Kauppatori Market! There is so much to see and experience! Enjoy an included dinner this evening.
Driving tour of Helsinki: Arrive in Finland’s capital city and enjoy a driving tour of the city’s top sights and attractions.
Guided tour of Helsinki: Join a local guide for an insightful walking tour of Helsinki. Visit the Havis Amanda, the famous art nouveau fountain which is said to symbolise the birth of the city of Helsinki. See Senate Square, Helsinki Cathedral; Finland's most photographed building, Uspenski Cathedral, the largest orthodox church in Western Europe and finish with a walk through Kauppatori Market, the ideal place to pick up some keepsakes and well-priced Finnish crafts!
Helsinki dinner: This evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel in Helsinki.
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Enjoy a free day in Helsinki to explore the city as you wish. This quirky capital is a hub for design, culture and architectural innovation, as well as the delicious food that can be found here! Experience this vibrant and diverse city. Helsinki is surrounded by beautiful natural spots. Discover Suomenlinna Fortress on an optional excursion, including a guided tour and museum entrance. Or perhaps you'd like to visit the Seurasaari open-air museum, or take in some modern art at the Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art? This evening, discover Helsinki's awe-inspiring attractions on an optional excursion visiting the Amos Rex art museum, Temppeliaukio Church and Sibelius Monument. Marvel at the incredible views and architecture before enjoying some local cuisine.
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Explore the centuries-old splendour of Suomenlinna Fortress on a guided tour of the islands, including access to Ehrensvärd Museum and a light lunch!
Spend an evening discovering Helsinki's awe-inspiring attractions! Marvel at spectacular views and architecture before tasting some local cuisine.
After nearly two weeks of exploring the best of Scandinavia, the tour comes to an end this morning. Enjoy a final breakfast with your tour group, and get ready to head back home. Remember to swap contact details with your newly made travel friends and share your travel memories with us on social media using #TravelMadePossible and #BetterTogether. We hope you have had an incredible journey and hope to see you back on an Expat Explore coach again very soon!
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A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Copenhagen and Helsinki book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
Unless marked as “Pre-Book”, all optional excursions can be booked on tour and paid for in cash (in the stated currency) to your tour leader. Prices and availability are subject to change.
Admire the sights on a canal cruise through Copenhagen, discover Danish history at the National Museum, and visit vibrant Reffen for lunch.
Explore more of Copenhagen with your tour leader! First, you’ll get to take in the sights of this cool, colourful and cultured city on a canal cruise through Copenhagen. Then, visit the National Museum and learn about the history of Denmark before heading to Reffen with free time for lunch. Taste some local delights at this vibrant street food and entertainment venue before walking to Freetown Christiania and spotting the Vor Frelsers Kirke. Please note lunch is not included in the optional price.
Discover some hidden coastal gems around Bergen to get a taste of peaceful village life. Enjoy an authentic Norwegian dinner at a historic restaurant.
Experience peaceful village life and discover hidden coastal gems around Bergen. Visit Alvøen, one of the oldest and best preserved industrial communities in Norway. Then, admire the gorgeous coastal houses typical of the Vestlanded (western part of Norway) around the serene Øygarden archipelago. The tour ends in Glesvær, a historic harbour town. Before your included traditional two-course Norwegian dinner at a beautiful trading post turned café, enjoy some free time to explore the area which is home to stunning walking trails.
Explore Bergen with your tour leader. Enjoy a scenic ferry ride, a Bryggen tour, a ride on the Fløibanen funicular and a drink at the Magic Ice Bar!
Discover beautiful Bergen with your tour leader! Enjoy an orientation tour before heading to the harbour. Hop aboard a historic Beffen ferry and admire top sights from the water! Next, enjoy a guided tour of Bryggen, Bergen’s iconic old wharf renowned for its traditional wooden houses. Then, see Bergen from above! Take the Fløibanen funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen and marvel at the 360° views. Finally, travel back down to the city centre for an included drink at the Magic Ice Bar. Featuring incredible ice sculptures and installations, this bar is unlike any other!
Travel back in time and visit the Viking village Njardarheimr in Gudvangen. Then, cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage fjords to Flam!
Explore the Viking village Njardarheimr in Gudvangen and experience the authentic life of the Vikings lived when they were not at sea. We'll then take a cruise along the incredibly picturesque UNESCO World Heritage Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjorden fjords to Flam - you won't struggle for amazing photos! The ship we'll take this epic journey on, the 'Vision of the Fjords', was voted ship of the year in 2016 - its modern design allows you uninterrupted views of the stunning scenery throughout the journey.
Explore top Oslo sights with your tour leader! Visit Vigeland Sculpture Park, the scenic Bygdøy peninsula and the Fram and Kon Tiki museums.
Discover a selection of Oslo’s top attractions with your tour leader. Explore beautiful outdoor spaces and fascinating museums! Start with a visit to Vigeland Sculpture Park where you’ll have the chance to prove your photography skills during a photo contest. Next, visit Bygdøy, a scenic peninsula near the city centre home to hiking trails, beaches and some of Oslo’s most visited museums. While here, visit the Fram Museum and see exhibitions showcasing Norway’s impressive polar expeditions. Finally, visit the Kon Tiki Museum which features exhibitions on Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl's world-famous 20th century expeditions.
Experience Sweden’s royalty and history! Visit Drottningholm Palace, including its lush gardens, and the Vasa Museum to see the warship Vasa.
Experience some of Sweden’s fascinating history! Embark on a scenic drive to Drottningholm Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the permanent residence of the Swedish royal family, for a guided tour. This tour also includes free time to explore the lush gardens. Then, head to the Vasa Museum to see the warship Vasa which sank on her maiden voyage in 1628. This is the only almost fully intact 17th-century ship that has ever been salvaged!
Indulge in a delectable Swedish buffet dinner aboard the overnight cruise during the trip from Stockholm to Helsinki!
Make the most of your night aboard the overnight cruise from Stockholm to Helsinki with a delectable Swedish buffet dinner! Indulge in an assortment of cold fish and meat dishes, mains, breads, salads, cheeses and desserts. Delight in authentic Swedish treats such as baked salmon with dill potatoes as well as delectable international dishes like beef sirloin with truffle mayonnaise. Vegan and vegetarian options are available.
Explore the centuries-old splendour of Suomenlinna Fortress on a guided tour of the islands, including access to Ehrensvärd Museum and a light lunch!
Take a ferry outside the city to experience the centuries-old splendour of Suomenlinna Fortress. Embark on a locally guided tour of the impressive islands, including entrance to the Ehrensvärd Museum for a look at 18th-century life. Enjoy a light lunch with breathtaking views of the Baltic Sea before returning to Helsinki on a Water Bus. This optional excursion includes all transport and entry passes, as well as a packed lunch bag.
Please note: This optional excursion requires a minimum number of participants to take place. Your tour leader will provide more information.
Spend an evening discovering Helsinki's awe-inspiring attractions! Marvel at spectacular views and architecture before tasting some local cuisine.
Spend an evening discovering Helsinki's awe-inspiring, contemporary attractions! Visit the impressive Amos Rex for a photo stop, spend time at the stunning Temppeliaukio Church and marvel at the views from the Tower of the Helsinki Olympic Stadium. Capture incredible photos of the Sibelius Monument and enjoy tasting Finnish food at Cafe Regatta while admiring its spectacular sea views.
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Discover the magic of Scandinavia with this journey starting in charming Copenhagen, Denmark. After visiting Norway, Sweden and Finland you’ll have seen incredible natural beauty, bustling capital cities, quaint old towns and much more!
Travel from Copenhagen to Finland, ending the tour in gorgeous Helsinki, and uncover the unmatched scenery, fascinating history and laidback lifestyle of top Scandinavian destinations!
This Copenhagen to Helsinki tour features a number of highlights:
Is this the right tour for me?
If you’re looking to travel from Copenhagen to Finland in a fun, convenient and affordable way then this is the tour for you! This tour offers the perfect combination of included activities and free days which allows you to explore as you wish and enjoy relaxation time. From bustling capital cities to untouched natural scenery, this Scandinavian tour offers something for every traveller!
Is 2 days enough for Copenhagen?
Two days is a great amount of time to see Copenhagen, admire its top sights and get a feel for the city. With a full free day in Denmark’s capital city, you’ll have the opportunity to explore Copenhagen at your own pace.
Is Helsinki walkable?
Helsinki is one of the best cities for walking in Finland, Scandinavia and the world! There is something to see around every corner. Helsinki is easy to navigate and one of the safest cities in the world.
What is the accommodation like?
Accommodation will be twin-share rooms in quality hotels and cabins on the two overnight ferries. Travellers will be paired with someone of the same gender. Single travellers have the option to purchase a single supplement and enjoy a private room/cabin on this tour.
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