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Scandinavian Escape
Countries: 3 Days: 10 Per Day: US$ 237
Start Point:Copenhagen
End Point:Stockholm
Transport:Private coach & ferry
Accommodation:Hotel & ferry
Ages:10 - 75+
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Summary
Experience the best of Scandinavian travel - see Denmark, Norway and Sweden. Wander through captivating Scandinavian cities. Marvel at the views of rolling green hills and mountains sprinkled with snow. This Scandinavia tour kicks off in cultured Copenhagen, travels through the stunning Danish countryside, cruises through magnificent Norwegian scenery and showcases Sweden’s unique style! Absorb the Scandinavian spirit of Oslo and Stockholm and take a step back in time with the chance to visit a Viking village! Are you ready to explore Scandinavia? Our Scandinavian tours are just what you need!
If you'd like to see Helsinki and the Baltics as well as Scandinavia, consider our Ultimate Scandinavia & the Baltics tour!
Highlights
- Visit Scandinavian countries - Denmark, Norway, Sweden
- Explore Copenhagen, Stockholm and Bergen with free days in each
- Experience the majestic Norwegian fjords
- Enjoy an overnight ferry cruise to Norway
- Guided tours of Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm
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Start Point
Hotel in Copenhagen | 10:00 AMEnd Point
Hotel in Stockholm | 10:00 AM
DAY 1: Start of tour in Copenhagen
Welcome to Copenhagen and the beginning of this exciting Scandinavia tour! Over 10 days, look forward to seeing the best of Denmark, Sweden and Norway. This morning, meet up with your tour leader and the rest of the tour group. Later this afternoon, join a local guide for a walking tour of Copenhagen covering the highlights of the city. Finish off the first day with an included welcome dinner. Get to know more about your new travel companions over a delicious meal before turning in for the night.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2: Copenhagen: Free Day
Copenhagen is yours to explore today! Experience the city at your own pace - there are many exciting options! Enjoy a few hours at Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen’s famous amusement park, and visit the Rundetaarn - this astronomical observatory offers amazing views of the city and is home to a unique equestrian staircase, which was used years ago to allow a horse and carriage to access the library at the top of the tower. For an in-depth way to discover Copenhagen’s unique history and culture, choose to join today’s optional excursion. This guided tour includes a canal cruise, a visit to the National Museum, free time for lunch at Reffen market and more!
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Copenhagen - Odense - Aarhus - Hirtshals (ferry port)
Travel to the coastal town of Hirtshals this morning and enjoy the beautiful views of the Danish countryside along the way! Today’s first stop is Odense. This is Denmark’s third-largest city and the birthplace of famous fairytale author Hans Christian Andersen. Embark on an orientation tour of the city and enjoy free time to explore. Next up is Aarhus - the second-biggest city in Denmark. Aarhus is home to an old town open-air museum and Viking museums as well as contemporary artwork and architecture. See the highlights of the city on an orientation tour. Arrive in Hirtshals and board the overnight ferry which will transport the tour to Norway! Arrive in Bergen tomorrow.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: Overnight ferry - Bergen
Hei Norway! Arrive in Bergen, a charming destination known as “the city among the seven mountains”. Bergen is also the gateway to exploring Norway’s magnificent fjords. Seeing the incredible natural splendour of the fjords is a highlight of any Norway tour package! Embark on an orientation tour of the city and see the highlights. Bergen is home to Bryggen Quay - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and top attraction in the city. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the city as you wish. Or, choose to join the optional excursion to some of the charming fishing villages which surround Bergen. This excursion ends with a delicious Norwegian dinner at an old trading post turned café!
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: Bergen: Free Day
Today, look forward to a full free day to explore beautiful Bergen! This is Norway’s second-biggest city and offers so many great things to see and do! To tick multiple sights off your Bergen bucket list, join the Bergen+ optional excursion! This includes a guided tour of Bryggen before a ride on the Fløibanen, the Bergen funicular railway. Travel one thousand feet up Fløyen mountain and enjoy amazing views of the city from the top! Once back down in the city, enjoy a drink at Bergen’s quirky Magic Ice Bar! Norwegian adventures abound today!
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: Bergen - Gudvangen - Flam - Borgund - Oslo
Head into the scenic heartland of Norway today! Wave goodbye to Bergen and travel to Gudvangen. This charming village is a popular spot located at the end of Nærøyfjord - one of Norway’s most famous fjords! Arrive and choose to join the optional excursion to a nearby Viking village, which will be followed by a sightseeing cruise. Expect sparkling blue waters, waterfalls plummeting hundreds of metres and dramatic cliffs - breathtaking scenes! Sail along the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjorden fjords to Flam, to meet up with the coach. Departing Flam, make a stop at Borgund’s famous Stave Church. Afterwards, continue to Oslo. Arrive later on this evening and sit down for an included dinner with the group at the hotel.
Meals: BreakfastDinner
DAY 7: Oslo: Free Day
Discover Oslo, Norway’s capital city, this morning! Join a local guide for a walking tour and see the highlights of the city which is also home to Norway’s royal family. Top sights include Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace. The rest of the day is free to further discover the key sights pointed out on the walking tour or to join the Oslo+ optional excursion which visits some of Oslo’s beautiful green spaces and fascinating museums. Alternatively, explore at your own pace and soak up that crisp coastal air. Oslo has a thriving culinary scene, why not find a local restaurant to enjoy dinner?
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8: Oslo - Karlstad - Örebro - Stockholm
Get ready to see a brand new country today! Today’s first stop is the scenic city of Karlstad. Here, enjoy some free time for lunch. Next, continue to Örebro which is known for its exquisite city centre. Look forward to an orientation tour and spot the imposing Örebro Castle ! Later, arrive in Stockholm, Sweden’s lively capital city and join a local guide for a driving and walking tour of the city. See the Royal Palace as well as the AF Chapman ship followed by a walk through Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town. Tonight, sit down at a restaurant in the city centre and enjoy Swedish meatballs before checking into the hotel for tonight.
Meals: BreakfastDinner
DAY 9: Stockholm: Free Day
Stockholm is yours to explore on this free day in the city! Join today’s optional excursion for deeper insight into the city’s history - enjoy a scenic drive on the way to Drottningholm Palace, embark on a guided tour and explore the palace’s lush gardens before visiting the world-famous Vasa Museum. Alternatively, explore on your own! See more of Gamla Stan and wander the historic cobblestone streets. Explore Stockholm’s numerous islands which offer great walks - Djurgården is home to Skansen, the open-air Swedish history museum. Why not take a trip to one of the city’s fascinating museums? They cover topics including Vikings, Nordic history and ABBA of course!
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10: End of tour in Stockholm
After 10 days of discovering the highlights of Scandinavia, the time has come to say farewell! This morning, the tour comes to an end after breakfast. Be sure to swap contact information with your newly-made travel friends before leaving! We hope you have had an incredible time on tour!
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 1: Start of tour in Copenhagen
Welcome to Copenhagen and the beginning of this exciting Scandinavia tour! Over 10 days, look forward to seeing the best of Denmark, Sweden and Norway. This morning, meet up with your tour leader and the rest of the tour group. Later this afternoon, join a local guide for a walking tour of Copenhagen covering the highlights of the city. Finish off the first day with an included welcome dinner. Get to know more about your new travel companions over a delicious meal before turning in for the night.
Experiences
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.
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel
DAY 2: Copenhagen: Free Day
Copenhagen is yours to explore today! Experience the city at your own pace - there are many exciting options! Enjoy a few hours at Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen’s famous amusement park, and visit the Rundetaarn - this astronomical observatory offers amazing views of the city and is home to a unique equestrian staircase, which was used years ago to allow a horse and carriage to access the library at the top of the tower. For an in-depth way to discover Copenhagen’s unique history and culture, choose to join today’s optional excursion. This guided tour includes a canal cruise, a visit to the National Museum, free time for lunch at Reffen market and more!
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Copenhagen: Learn, Eat & Explore
Admire the sights on a canal cruise through Copenhagen, discover Danish history at the National Museum, and visit vibrant Reffen for lunch.
DAY 3: Copenhagen - Odense - Aarhus - Hirtshals (ferry port)
Travel to the coastal town of Hirtshals this morning and enjoy the beautiful views of the Danish countryside along the way! Today’s first stop is Odense. This is Denmark’s third-largest city and the birthplace of famous fairytale author Hans Christian Andersen. Embark on an orientation tour of the city and enjoy free time to explore. Next up is Aarhus - the second-biggest city in Denmark. Aarhus is home to an old town open-air museum and Viking museums as well as contemporary artwork and architecture. See the highlights of the city on an orientation tour. Arrive in Hirtshals and board the overnight ferry which will transport the tour to Norway! Arrive in Bergen tomorrow.
Experiences
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.
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Ferry
DAY 4: Overnight ferry - Bergen
Hei Norway! Arrive in Bergen, a charming destination known as “the city among the seven mountains”. Bergen is also the gateway to exploring Norway’s magnificent fjords. Seeing the incredible natural splendour of the fjords is a highlight of any Norway tour package! Embark on an orientation tour of the city and see the highlights. Bergen is home to Bryggen Quay - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and top attraction in the city. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the city as you wish. Or, choose to join the optional excursion to some of the charming fishing villages which surround Bergen. This excursion ends with a delicious Norwegian dinner at an old trading post turned café!
Experiences
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.
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Coastal Norway: Fishing Villages & Norwegian Dinner
Discover some hidden coastal gems around Bergen to get a taste of peaceful village life. Enjoy an authentic Norwegian dinner at a historic restaurant.
DAY 5: Bergen: Free Day
Today, look forward to a full free day to explore beautiful Bergen! This is Norway’s second-biggest city and offers so many great things to see and do! To tick multiple sights off your Bergen bucket list, join the Bergen+ optional excursion! This includes a guided tour of Bryggen before a ride on the Fløibanen, the Bergen funicular railway. Travel one thousand feet up Fløyen mountain and enjoy amazing views of the city from the top! Once back down in the city, enjoy a drink at Bergen’s quirky Magic Ice Bar! Norwegian adventures abound today!
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Bergen+
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!
DAY 6: Bergen - Gudvangen - Flam - Borgund - Oslo
Head into the scenic heartland of Norway today! Wave goodbye to Bergen and travel to Gudvangen. This charming village is a popular spot located at the end of Nærøyfjord - one of Norway’s most famous fjords! Arrive and choose to join the optional excursion to a nearby Viking village, which will be followed by a sightseeing cruise. Expect sparkling blue waters, waterfalls plummeting hundreds of metres and dramatic cliffs - breathtaking scenes! Sail along the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjorden fjords to Flam, to meet up with the coach. Departing Flam, make a stop at Borgund’s famous Stave Church. Afterwards, continue to Oslo. Arrive later on this evening and sit down for an included dinner with the group at the hotel.
Experiences
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.
Meals
BreakfastDinner
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Viking Village and Norwegian Fjords Cruise
Travel back in time and visit the Viking village Njardarheimr in Gudvangen. Then, cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage fjords to Flam!
DAY 7: Oslo: Free Day
Discover Oslo, Norway’s capital city, this morning! Join a local guide for a walking tour and see the highlights of the city which is also home to Norway’s royal family. Top sights include Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace. The rest of the day is free to further discover the key sights pointed out on the walking tour or to join the Oslo+ optional excursion which visits some of Oslo’s beautiful green spaces and fascinating museums. Alternatively, explore at your own pace and soak up that crisp coastal air. Oslo has a thriving culinary scene, why not find a local restaurant to enjoy dinner?
Experiences
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.
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Oslo+
Explore top Oslo sights with your tour leader! Visit Vigeland Sculpture Park, the scenic Bygdøy peninsula and the Fram and Kon Tiki museums.
DAY 8: Oslo - Karlstad - Örebro - Stockholm
Get ready to see a brand new country today! Today’s first stop is the scenic city of Karlstad. Here, enjoy some free time for lunch. Next, continue to Örebro which is known for its exquisite city centre. Look forward to an orientation tour and spot the imposing Örebro Castle ! Later, arrive in Stockholm, Sweden’s lively capital city and join a local guide for a driving and walking tour of the city. See the Royal Palace as well as the AF Chapman ship followed by a walk through Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town. Tonight, sit down at a restaurant in the city centre and enjoy Swedish meatballs before checking into the hotel for tonight.
Experiences
Visit Karlstad: Karlstad sits on the shores of Lake Vänern, offering great outdoor activities, culture and Swedish cuisine - making it a popular spot for locals and visitors! This is the perfect spot to enjoy a laidback lunch with a view.
Marvel at the historic Örebro: Behold what many consider the most stunning city centre in Sweden on an orientation tour. Marvel at the medieval Örebro Castle dating back to the 13th century, meander along the Svartån Promenade along the Svartån River, stop by St. Nicolai Church and explore the lively Järntorget Square.
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.
Meals
BreakfastDinner
Accommodation
Hotel
DAY 9: Stockholm: Free Day
Stockholm is yours to explore on this free day in the city! Join today’s optional excursion for deeper insight into the city’s history - enjoy a scenic drive on the way to Drottningholm Palace, embark on a guided tour and explore the palace’s lush gardens before visiting the world-famous Vasa Museum. Alternatively, explore on your own! See more of Gamla Stan and wander the historic cobblestone streets. Explore Stockholm’s numerous islands which offer great walks - Djurgården is home to Skansen, the open-air Swedish history museum. Why not take a trip to one of the city’s fascinating museums? They cover topics including Vikings, Nordic history and ABBA of course!
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel
On Tour Excursions
Royal Sweden & Vasa Museum
Experience Sweden’s royalty and history! Visit Drottningholm Palace, including its lush gardens, and the Vasa Museum to see the warship Vasa.
DAY 10: End of tour in Stockholm
After 10 days of discovering the highlights of Scandinavia, the time has come to say farewell! This morning, the tour comes to an end after breakfast. Be sure to swap contact information with your newly-made travel friends before leaving! We hope you have had an incredible time on tour!
Meals
Breakfast
What's Included
Accommodation
- 9 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms and cabins with private bathrooms
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room/cabin (subject to availability)
Meals
- 9 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
Transport
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
- Overnight ferry from Denmark to Norway
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
Tour Leader
- Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
- Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
14 Experiences!
- Enjoy a guided tour of Copenhagen; Denmark's capital city
- Explore Odense; hometown of Hans Christian Anderson
- Visit Aarhus; a captivating Danish city
- Catch an overnight ferry to Bergen, Norway
- See Norway’s magnificent fjords
- Explore Bergen; known as “the city among the seven mountains”
- Marvel at Norway’s spectacular natural scenery
- Visit Gudvangen near Norway’s most famous fjord
- Enjoy a photo stop at Borgund’s Stave Church
- See the highlights of Oslo with a local guide
- Visit Karlstad on the shores of Lake Vänern
- Explore Sweden’s most stunning city centre in Örebro
- Explore Stockholm with a local guide
- Tuck into Swedish meatballs in Stockholm
Accommodation
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Copenhagen and Stockholm book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
Copenhagen
Best Western Plus Park City Globetrotter Copenhagen Airport
Best Western Plus Park City Globetrotter Copenhagen AirportBergen
Fjord Line Hirtshals-Bergen Ferry
Fjord Line Hirtshals-Bergen Ferry
Scandic Bergen City
Scandic Bergen CityOslo
Scandic Helsfyr
Scandic HelsfyrKarlstad
Good Morning Hotel Karlstad
Good Morning Hotel KarlstadStockholm
Môtel L
Môtel LPhotos of the tour
Optional Excursions
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.
Copenhagen: Learn, Eat & Explore
Admire the sights on a canal cruise through Copenhagen, discover Danish history at the National Museum, and visit vibrant Reffen for lunch.
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Copenhagen: Learn, Eat & Explore
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.
Coastal Norway: Fishing Villages & Norwegian Dinner
Discover some hidden coastal gems around Bergen to get a taste of peaceful village life. Enjoy an authentic Norwegian dinner at a historic restaurant.
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Coastal Norway: Fishing Villages & Norwegian Dinner
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.
Bergen+
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!
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Bergen+
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!
Viking Village and Norwegian Fjords Cruise
Travel back in time and visit the Viking village Njardarheimr in Gudvangen. Then, cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage fjords to Flam!
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Viking Village and Norwegian Fjords Cruise
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.
Oslo+
Explore top Oslo sights with your tour leader! Visit Vigeland Sculpture Park, the scenic Bygdøy peninsula and the Fram and Kon Tiki museums.
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Oslo+
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.
Royal Sweden & Vasa Museum
Experience Sweden’s royalty and history! Visit Drottningholm Palace, including its lush gardens, and the Vasa Museum to see the warship Vasa.
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Royal Sweden & Vasa Museum
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!
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Ryan Verified Buyer 2024-01-04
Exceeded Expectations
Top 5 in my Bucket List is visiting the Scandinavian Countries (Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland).
I have always been intrigued by these countries due to my fascination with the Vikings history! And surely this tour did not disappoint at all! Enjoyed every moment and surely one of the best tours I have had!
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Martha Verified Buyer 2023-09-20
Scandinavia was WONDERFUL
I really enjoyed the tour and Diarmaid was a spectacular tour leader!
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K & G Verified Buyer 2023-09-15
Memorable & Fantastic Tour!
5* Tour All Round! Diarmaid was fantastic, with so much passion and expertise to bring us all the best experience possible!
I highly recommend Expat as a company from start to finish - it is the best way to explore the world!
Now it's just deciding which tour to book next!
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bettolimaTX Verified Buyer 2023-09-12
An Unforgettable Trip
The territory covered in such a short period of time was FUNtastic!
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CC Verified Buyer 2023-08-28
Great value tour to Scandinavia
This was a very pleasant trip through Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, touching down in Copenhagen, some small town spots in Denmark, Bergen, through the Norwegian countryside, Oslo, Karlstand, Sigtuna, and ending in Stockholm. Definitely a value-based tour with stays in some budget hotels that are not located centrally, but are located close to public transportation should it be needed. Especially appreciated the hotel in Copenhagen being close to the airport as we arrived on an overnight flight and just wanted to crash in the lobby awaiting our tour leader. Being a few stops away by metro was very convenient. Favorite part of the trip was the entire country of Norway. Do not miss the optional fjord cruise in Norway and do not fall asleep on the coach through the Norwegian countryside!
Why this tour?
Scandinavia tours are all about scenery, style and unique Scandinavian experiences! On this 10-day tour of Scandinavia, travellers can look forward to exploring three incredible countries. The itinerary has been designed to feature famous capital cities, historic towns and the cultural gems Scandinavia travel is famous for. There are also three full free days to spend as you please - the perfect travel combination!
Begin this Scandinavia trip with two nights in Copenhagen, Denmark and complete it with two nights in Stockholm, Sweden. Along the way you’ll experience a number of highlights:
Marvel at the views in the Norwegian harbour town of Bergen and opt to join an excursion to see the famous fjords. This is a real travel bucket list item of tours to Scandinavia!
Enjoy an overnight ferry from Hirtshals in Denmark to Bergen in Norway. You’ll be able to take in the breathtaking views of the fjords, cliffs and waterways as you cruise into Bergen!
Embark on a locally guided Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm tour. By joining a local guide for these city tours, you get a unique insight into the vibe and lifestyle of these Scandinavian capital cities.
See top Norwegian attractions on a visit to Gudvangen, which is located at the end of Nærøyfjord - one of Norway’s most famous fjords, and a photo stop at Borgund’s famous medieval Stave Church.
Visit Sigtuna which is Sweden’s oldest town and a historical highlight of tours to Sweden.
Get to know more about Odense, Aarhus and Bergen on orientation tours with your knowledgeable tour leader.
Of course, you have to look forward to trying famous Swedish meatballs in Sweden!
Our Scandinavia tour packages are made even better with exciting optional activities such as Viking Village and Norwegian fjords tour optional as well as Best of Copenhagen and Best of Stockholm tour optionals!
Is this the right tour for me?
What is the best way to see Scandinavia?
The best way to see Scandinavia is to see as much of the region as you can! Travel by coach to enjoy drives through the Scandinavian countryside filled with beautiful scenery. Combined with driving and walking tours of bustling towns and cities. Another must-do is to cruise through the waterways and fjords of the region to appreciate Scandinavia from a new vantage point!
What is the best time to visit Scandinavia?
Summer is the best time to travel in Scandinavia as the sun is shining and the weather is warm! It’s great for sightseeing and outdoor activities. Spring is also a lovely time to visit when the countryside comes into bloom after a long, cold winter.
How fit do I have to be for this Scandinavia tour?
If you are comfortable completing the city walking tours then you will be fit enough for this tour. Be sure to pack comfortable walking shoes! If you would like to enjoy other activities such as hiking, be sure you are feeling fit and healthy and choose the route that is right for you.
What will the accommodation be like?
The hotels will be twin-share rooms and travellers will be paired with someone of the same gender. One night will be spent aboard an overnight ferry in twin-share cabins. If you would prefer a private room, single supplements are available at an extra cost for both hotel and ferry accommodation.
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