Nordic Adventure (20 Days)

Welcome to the charming city of Copenhagen, Denmark's capital. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring the city at your leisure. Embrace the local culture as you wander the colorful streets, visit the vibrant Tivoli Gardens, or unwind with a drink in Nyhavn. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers at 16:45 to depart for a light supper.

Begin your day with a guided tour of Copenhagen's highlights and hidden gems. Visit the royal residence at Amalienborg Palace, admire the iconic Little Mermaid statue, and explore the 17th-century Stock Exchange. Spend your afternoon exploring the city at your own pace or join an optional visit to the idyllic fishing village of Dragør, known for its maze of alleyways and traditional Danish cottages.

Depart Copenhagen in the morning and travel north to Helsingør. From here, board a ferry to Sweden and journey through lush green landscapes to Stockholm. Arrive in Stockholm in the evening and enjoy your first introduction to the city, lovingly referred to as 'Beauty on the Water' by locals.

Begin your day with a guided tour of Stockholm's City Hall, the venue for the Nobel Prize banquet. Spend your afternoon exploring the city at your leisure, perhaps visiting some of the city's renowned museums. Later, depart Stockholm and board an overnight ferry to Helsinki, the vibrant 'Capital of Cool'.

Arrive in Helsinki and join a morning sightseeing tour. Visit the modern Finlandia Hall, the Senate, and the vibrant Market Square. After lunch, depart Helsinki and drive north through the stunning Nordic landscapes to the heart of Finnish Lakeland, Jyväskylä. Enjoy a memorable 'Be My Guest' experience as you dine on traditional cuisine and learn about rural life in Finland's old farms.

Depart Jyväskylä after breakfast and head to Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland. Journey north towards the Arctic Circle, enjoying the stunning scenery along the way. Spend the evening exploring Rovaniemi at your leisure, perhaps sampling some Sámi cuisine. Your accommodation for the night is the traditional Pohjanhovi Hotel (or similar), located on the banks of the Kemijoki river.

Start your day with an orientation tour of Rovaniemi. Visit the Lumberjack Bridge, the Library, and Lappia Hall, home to the city's theatre. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, perhaps visiting a pioneer farm or the Arctic Centre.

Visit Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle and see Santa's office and post office. Travel north to the popular winter-sports resort of Saariselkä. Meet Terhi, a biologist guide, for a walk in the boreal woods of the Urho Kekkonen National Park. Enjoy homemade berry muffins and hear stories about the unique nature, rare species, and sustainable practices at the national park. Join your fellow travelers for dinner at your hotel in the evening.

Travel to Honningsvåg, the northernmost city of Norway. Consider joining an optional Arctic Cruise to explore the rich waters and craggy islands off the coast. After dinner at your hotel, visit the North Cape Visitor Centre to see the cliffs from the ethereal vantage point known as the 'Edge of the World'.

Continue through Norway's Finnmark region, home to roaming reindeer and dotted with tiny villages. Arrive in Alta and visit the modern Northern Lights Cathedral. Consider joining an optional visit to a Husky farm to meet the Alaskan Husky dogs and encounter the beauty of the Arctic.

Travel to Tromsø, known as the 'Gateway to the Arctic'. This multicultural community thrives in its Arctic environment, with a backdrop of snow-capped mountains. Spend your evening at leisure in this 'Capital of the North', experiencing the warmth of the locals.

Travel south from Tromsø to Svolvær, the perfect base to explore Norway's captivating Lofoten Islands. The statue of Fiserkona, the fisherman's wife, stands at the harbor entrance, giving visitors a taste of the town's seafaring roots. After dinner at your hotel, see if you can spot the iconic Svolværgeita, a famous pinnacle of rock that overlooks this fishing town.

Spend the day at leisure in Svolvær, exploring the surrounding natural beauty of the Lofoten Islands. You could choose to spend your free time hiking, fishing or cruising, or delve into the area's Viking connections with a visit to the Lofotr Viking Museum. As the sun refuses to set on another spectacular Scandinavian day, enjoy an evening at leisure.

Travel south through Norway's stunning landscapes. Pass by the Saltfjellet-Svartisen National Park, Junkerdal National Park, and the 'Blood Road', built by prisoners during World War II. Arrive in Mo I Rana in time for dinner at your hotel.

Continue your journey south through Norway, making a stop in the amusingly named village of Hell. Arrive in Trondheim in the afternoon and explore the city's youthful atmosphere and centuries-old Viking heritage. Visit the 11th-century Nidaros Cathedral, admire the ornamental red portals of the Old Town Bridge, and stroll along Kongens gate, one of Trondheim's main streets.

Travel to Geirangerfjord, one of Norway's most remarkable fjords with its sheer walls and waterfalls. This UNESCO World Heritage site is sure to leave you in awe. Spend the night at Hotel Havila Geiranger (or similar), which offers authentic Norwegian hospitality. Enjoy dinner at your hotel, surrounded by your enchanting natural surroundings.

Spend the day at leisure in Geirangerfjord. Consider an Optional Experience to discover the famous Trollstigen Road and marvel at the engineering feat it took to carve 11 hairpin turns into the steep mountain slope.

Travel to Lom, the gateway to the Jotunheimen Mountains, and visit the 12th-century wooden Stave church. Continue to Lillehammer, where you'll learn about the successful 1994 Winter Olympic games. Arrive in Oslo, Norway's vibrant capital, in the evening.

Join a local specialist for a sightseeing tour of Oslo. Visit the medieval fortress of Akershus, the Opera House, and the 19th-century Royal Palace. Finish the city tour with a visit to the fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps people-watching over coffee in the Aker Brygge district. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner to celebrate your Scandinavian adventure.

As your journey across Scandinavia comes to an end, bid farewell to your new friends and prepare for your return journey home.