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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 continue on to Helsinki at the end of the tour, consider the Copenhagen to Helsinki itinerary - click here.

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 

Start Point

Hotel in Copenhagen | 10:00 AM

End 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 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.

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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 Freedom Museum, free time for lunch at Reffen market and more!

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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DAY 7: Oslo - Karlstad

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. Afterwards, enjoy free time or join the Oslo + optional excursion which visits some of Oslo’s beautiful green spaces and fascinating museums. Later, it’s time to travel to a new country! Head to Karlstad in Sweden which is the overnight destination for this evening. Karlstad is located halfway between Oslo in Norway and Stockholm in Sweden, and sits on the shores of Lake Vänern, offering great outdoor activities, culture and Swedish cuisine - making it a popular spot for locals and visitors!

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.

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DAY 8: Karlstad - Sigtuna - Stockholm

Get ready to see more of Sweden! Today’s first stop is Sigtuna, a picturesque medieval town which is the oldest in Sweden! Arrive and set off on an orientation tour. Enjoy free time to explore and enjoy lunch. Next, continue towards Stockholm! Arrive in 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 which is Stockholm’s Old Town. Tonight, there is an included group dinner on the menu! Sit down at a restaurant in the city centre and enjoy Swedish meatballs before checking into the hotel for tonight.

Experiences

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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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!

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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!

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What's Included

Accommodation

  • 9 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms/cabins with private bathrooms
  • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room/cabin

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

13 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 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 Sigtuna; Sweden’s oldest town
  • Explore Stockholm with a local guide
  • Tuck into Swedish meatballs in Stockholm

Accommodation

Hotels are chosen closer to departure date. We do use a variety of hotels in each destination, so you may stay in a hotel different to that listed here.

Copenhagen

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Copenhagen: Learn, Eat & Explore

Explore more of Copenhagen with your tour leader! Start with a visit to the Freedom Museum and learn about the Danish resistance during the German occupation from 1940-1945. Next, you’ll get to take in the sights of this cool, colourful and cultured city on a canal cruise through Copenhagen, before visiting Reffen for lunch. Taste some local delights at this vibrant street food and entertainment venue. Please note lunch is not included in the optional price.

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

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Additional Information

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Juvelyn Verified Buyer 2019-10-09
It was Fantastic and Amazing Tour!!!
My second time with the Expat explore;. Still my one and inly trusted tour company in europe countries. It was an amazing experienced. So many great places and scenery to visit . . With our Pilot Bjorn He was so kind and gentlemen guy. He helped everyone and he even give us a free snack so great. With Grace our tour leader she was kind and helpful to each and everyone; A very nice Lady. ??????? For sure i will be back again on my next trip. Thank you so much Expat Explore the founder and staff for making our life more meaningful and memorable by traveling and experienced in every country that we visit. GBU always????
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Nheekeey Verified Buyer 2019-10-06
Worth every penny experience
I had the best time of my life during those 12 days. My first trip to Europe and my first ever solo trip. I had an amazing experience. Great people, wonderful sceneries and delicious foods. They showed me reasons why it was a best decision to travelled first to Scandinavia than other european countries. I love it! Thank you expatexplore!
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Ariel Verified Buyer 2019-09-23
Scandinavian Escape September 2019
Had an amazing time on this tour. The following places are on on my bucket list to visit again: Copenhagen, Denmark, Oslo, Norway and Bergen, Norway. The tour brought us to many beautiful places. I am glad to have shared the experience with our brilliant tour leader Andrea, our ever-so-capable driver Bjorn, and 29 other explorers who share the same passion for travel.
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Suey Verified Buyer 2019-09-22
Magnificent
The Scandinavian Escape tour is the perfect tour to experience most of the must see highlights when in the Scandinavian countries - Denmark, Norway and Sweden. This tour also included many extra experiences that gave you the opportunity to immerse yourself more fully in the amazing countries that comprise Scandinavia. Loved it, especially the amazing scenery which is like a 3D movie
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Senior traveller Verified Buyer 2019-09-22
Tour was everything I expected
Even though there was a lot of driving on this tour, I knew that before I chose it. The scenery was truly amazing. Great group on the bus and everyone kept to the schedule. Our tour leader was very knowledgeable and the local guides also knowledgeable and engaging.

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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