Overview
Scandinavia combines the
mystique of the far north with all of the modernity
of western European capitals. This splendid tour
affords guests abundant opportunities to get
acquainted with the many varied attractions of the
four capitals, both on informative guided tours and
with free time to spend at your leisure. Oslo boasts
a stunningly unique location, lovely Stockholm calls
itself the Venice of the North due to its many
canals and waterways, while the tour also showcases
splendid mixes of architectural styles, from the
amazing Art Nouveau of Helsinki to the quaint
cobbled alleyways of Stockholm’s old town to
Copenhagen’s colourful harbours. With fine cuisine
and first class guides, it is an outstanding chance
to see some of Europe’s best sights.
Itinerary
Touring: Stockholm -
Helsinki - Copenhagen - Oslo
Day 1: Stockholm
Arrive at
Stockholm Airport, followed by transfer to your
pleasant hotel and check in. (D,O)
Day 2: Stockholm
After
breakfast, a fascinating guided tour of Stockholm
takes us to famous sights like the Royal Palace, the
gorgeous island of Djurgården, the Old Town with its
narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops,
and the fine City Hall with its famous Blue and
Golden Rooms. Afternoon at your leisure (B,D,O)
Day 3: Stockholm - Helsinki
A
free morning to further explore lovely Stockholm,
and perhaps shop for a few interesting souvenirs.
Afternoon transfer by coach for your scenic cruise
across the sea, sailing slowly through the Stockholm
archipelago past numerous attractive small islands
to wonderful Helsinki. (B,D,O)
Day 4: Helsinki - Stockholm
Arrive in Helsinki, with a morning guided tour of
the best sights. Your afternoon is free to explore
this fine city featuring numerous Art Nouveau
treasures at your leisure, and perhaps indulge in a
little shopping. Return ferry to Stockholm. (B,D,O)
Day 5: Stockholm - Jönköping -
Smĺland - Skĺne - Malmö - Copenhagen
Our tour
continues with a pleasant coach journey to admire
the southern Swedish countryside to the city of
Jönköping, beautifully set on pretty Lake Vättern,
continuing through Smĺland and Skĺne to Malmö,
crossing the spectacular new Řresund Bridge to
arrive in wonderful Copenhagen in the early evening.
(B,L,D,O)
Day 6: Copenhagen
A morning
guided tour of lovely Copenhagen, showcasing the
Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg Palace, seat of
the Danish Parliament, the old harbour of Nyhavn,
the famous Little Mermaid and many other popular
sights. Afternoon free in Copenhagen, with dinner at
the famous Tivoli Gardens. (B,D,O)
Day 7: Copenhagen - Kattegat -
Oslo
After a tasty Danish breakfast, your
morning is at your leisure in Copenhagen to spend as
you please. Afternoon coach transfer for your
overnight cruise to Oslo, featuring a delicious
dinner as you cruise gently up the Kattegat on your
way to intriguing Oslo. (B,D,O)
Day 8: Oslo – Holmenkollen - Oslo
We sail up the exciting Oslo Fjord, with a
morning guided tour of Oslo to see the world-famous
Viking Ships, Fram Polar Exploration ship, the
amazing Vigeland Sculpture Park and other wonderful
sights. A coach transfer to Holmenkollen follows,
for a bird’s eye view of the city and fjord far
below. (B,D,O)
Day 9: Oslo
Check out and
breakfast, then transfer to Oslo airport for your
homebound flight. (B)
B=Breakfast; L=Lunch;
D=Dinner; O=Overnight;