Focus on Scandinavia
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 12-day journey through the enchanting landscapes of Scandinavia. This multi-day tour will take you through the heart of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, showcasing the region's rich history, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant city life. From the charming Danish capital to the majestic fjords of Norway and the captivating Swedish capital, every day brings a new adventure. Explore the hometown of Hans Christian Andersen, marvel at Gustav Vigeland's sculptures in Oslo, and immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of the Sognefjord. This tour is designed to provide a comprehensive Scandinavian experience, combining leisure time with guided tours, scenic drives, and ferry rides. Accommodation, meals, and transportation are all taken care of, so you can focus on soaking up the sights and creating unforgettable memories.
Included
Buffet breakfasts daily, 4 Dinners
jain, vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, meat
Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; cruise on Sognefjord; ferry crossings Frederikshavn-Gothenburg and Utne-Kvanndal
COPENHAGEN
: Quality Dan (ST) at Kastrup or First Hotel (F)
FREDERIKSHAVN
: Jutlandia (F) or Scandic Reef (F)
OSLO
: Comfort Boersparken (ST)
TELEMARK AREA
: Quality Strand (F) at Vradal
BERGEN
: Thon Bristol (ST)
FAGERNES AREA
: Thon Hotel (ST) at Fagernes or Radisson Blu (F) at Beitostolen
KARLSTAD
: Scandic (F)
STOCKHOLM
: Best Western Plus Sthlm (F) at Bromma
Local Guides for city sightseeing in Oslo and Stockholm; professional Tour Director while touring
COPENHAGEN Orientation
GREAT BELT BRIDGEODENSE
Stop in Hans Christian Andersen’s hometown
FREDERIKSHAVN-GOTHENBURG Ferry crossing
GOTHENBURG Orientation drive
OSLOGuided city tour
VEMORK Visit the museum
STEINDALSFOSSEN Waterfall
SOGNEFJORD CRUISEFAGERNES Visit
LILLEHAMMER, KARLSTAD & MARIEFRED Visit
STOCKHOLM Guided city tour
Headsets throughout the tour
Destinations
Frederikshavn
Odense
Stockholm
OsloMap
Attractions
Akershus Fortress
Stockholm City Hall
The Little Mermaid
Vigeland Museum
Nationaltheatret
Skjervefossen
Gripsholm Castle
Norwegian Industrial Workers MuseumDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in the Danish Capital
Day 1: Arrival in the Danish Capital
Begin your Scandinavian adventure by checking into your hotel in the Danish capital. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city at your own pace. In the evening, meet your tour director and fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring the Danish Capital
Day 2: Exploring the Danish Capital
- The Little Mermaid
- More
Enjoy a leisurely day in the Danish capital. Take an orientation drive to see the city's famous landmarks, including the iconic Little Mermaid statue. You also have the option to join a tour of Zealand's castles.
Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Odense and Frederikshavn
- Odense
- Frederikshavn
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After breakfast, we'll head north, crossing the Great Belt bridge to the island of Funen. We'll stop in Odense, the hometown of Hans Christian Andersen, before continuing to Frederikshavn on the Jutland Peninsula.
Day 4 – Day 4: Ferry Ride to Kristiansand and Drive to Oslo
- Frederikshavn
- Oslo
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We'll start the day with a ferry ride from Hirtshals to Kristiansand. From there, we'll continue by road to Oslo, the capital of Norway.
Day 5 – Day 5: Sightseeing in Oslo and Drive to Telemark
- Oslo
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- Akershus Fortress
- Vigeland Museum
- Nationaltheatret
- More
Our day begins with a sightseeing tour of Oslo, where we'll see Gustav Vigeland's sculptures, the National Theater, Parliament, and Akershus Castle. In the afternoon, we'll drive through the scenic Telemark region, where we'll spend the night.
Day 6 – Day 6: Visit to Vemork and Drive to Bergen
Day 6: Visit to Vemork and Drive to Bergen
- Skjervefossen
- Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum
- More
We'll take a scenic route to Vemork, where we'll visit the museum dedicated to the Heroes of Telemark. We'll then travel along lakes and through valleys to the Hardangerfjord, where we'll take a ferry from Utne to Kvanndal. We'll stop for pictures at the Steindalsfossen Waterfall before arriving in Bergen.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Bergen
Day 7: Exploring Bergen
Spend the day at your leisure in Bergen, a city nestled between fjords and hills. You can explore the city on your own or join one of our optional excursions to learn more about its history and traditions.
Day 8 – Day 8: Cruise on the Sognefjord and Drive to Fagernes
Day 8: Cruise on the Sognefjord and Drive to Fagernes
We'll drive towards the Sognefjord, where we'll embark on a cruise on the Nærøyfjord, one of Norway's most impressive fjords. After the cruise, we'll continue to the Fagernes area.
Day 9 – Day 9: Drive to Lillehammer and Karlstad
Day 9: Drive to Lillehammer and Karlstad
We'll first visit Lillehammer, the host city of the 1994 Winter Olympics. We'll then drive along Lake Mjøsa and through the wilderness of Värmland to reach Karlstad, a city on the shores of Sweden's largest lake, Lake Vänern.
Day 10 – Day 10: Drive to Stockholm via Mariefred
- Stockholm
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- Gripsholm Castle
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We'll leave Karlstad and head east towards Stockholm, stopping in Mariefred to view the majestic Gripsholm Castle. We'll then continue to Stockholm, a city beautifully situated on 14 islands between Lake Mäleren and the Baltic Sea.
Day 11 – Day 11: Sightseeing in Stockholm
- Stockholm
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- Stockholm City Hall
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Spend the day exploring Stockholm, often considered the most beautiful of the Scandinavian capitals. Our city sightseeing tour will take you to all the highlights, including the City Hall.
Day 12 – Day 12: Departure
- Stockholm - Departure day
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Your Scandinavian adventure comes to an end after breakfast. We hope you leave with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation for this beautiful region.
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