Beautiful Views End Copenhagen

Welcome to the start of your European adventure! Upon your arrival at the airport, our team will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. Once you've settled in, check the hotel reception area for information about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.

Today, we'll explore the historic and charming valleys of the Rhine and Mosel rivers. Our journey begins with a picturesque cruise on the Rhine, sailing between the quaint villages of Rudesheim and St. Goar. We'll then head to the Mosel River, stopping for lunch in the beautiful village of Cochem, dominated by its imposing castle. In the afternoon, we'll visit the city of Cologne, where you'll have the opportunity to marvel at its impressive Gothic cathedral and enjoy a leisurely walk along the Rhine River and through the bustling city center. Our day ends in Dortmund, where we'll spend the night.

Today, we'll embark on a magical journey through the Fairytales Route, visiting towns that inspired the stories of the Brothers Grimm. Our first stop is Trendelburg, a charming walled village dominated by a large medieval castle, where we'll visit the famous Rapunzel Tower. We'll then travel along scenic roads, stopping for lunch in the lively town of Hoxter, home to the 9th-century Corvey Abbey, a World Heritage Site. Our journey continues with a brief stop in Polle to admire the ruins of Cinderella's castle, before arriving in Hamelin, known for the story of The Pied Piper. We'll end the day in Hannover, where you'll have some free time to explore the city center and the old town hall.

After breakfast, we'll leave Hannover and head to Hamburg, where we'll explore its bustling port and beautiful lake. After lunch, we'll travel to Flensburg, a charming seaside village on the border with Denmark. From there, we'll continue our journey to Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, located in the heart of Jutland.

Today, we'll travel to Hirtshals, where we'll board a ferry for a three-hour voyage across the North Sea to Kristiansand, Norway. We'll continue along Norway's stunning southern coastline, stopping in the town of Flekkefjord, known for its wooden houses and tiny restaurants on a fjord. We'll end the day in Stavanger, a picturesque town with an active port by the fjord.

Our journey continues today with a visit to the 'Swords in Rock' monument, a reminder of the Vikings. We'll then embark on a scenic tour along the fjord coast of Norway, traveling through tunnels, crossing bridges, and taking boat trips along the way. We'll arrive in Bergen around lunchtime, where we'll take a cable car trip to Mount Fløyen for breathtaking views of the city and the fjord. You'll have the rest of the day to explore Bergen, the capital city of fjords, at your leisure.

Today, we'll explore the stunning landscapes of Norway's interior region, featuring fjords, glaciers, lakes, and forests. Our journey takes us to Sognefjord, Norway's largest fjord, with a stop at the beautiful Tvindefossen waterfall along the way. We'll then enjoy a magnificent cruise between the towns of Gudvangen and Aurland, taking in the stunning landscapes during the hour-and-a-half voyage. We'll also visit Borgund's 12th-century wooden church, considered Norway's best-preserved medieval church, before arriving in Oslo, where you'll have some free time to explore the city.

We'll start the day with a guided sightseeing tour of Oslo, the green capital of Europe, where modern architecture meets classical buildings. After the tour, we'll depart for Sweden, traveling through landscapes filled with forests and lakes. We'll stop in Örebro, a town next to a beautiful lake with a castle and charming historic center, before continuing to Stockholm, where we'll arrive in the evening.

Today, we'll explore the beautiful capital city of Stockholm, built on 14 islands. Our sightseeing tour will take us to the Gamla Stand, the old quarter of the city, full of life and home to many monumental buildings, including the Nobel Museum. We'll also enjoy a stunning view from the Fjällgatan viewpoint. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city's museums and parks at your leisure.

Leaving Stockholm, we'll travel south to the coastal town of Helsingborg. After spending some time there, we'll take a ferry to Helsingor, Denmark, known as Hamlet's hometown and home to the impressive Kronborg Castle. From there, we'll continue our journey to Copenhagen, where we'll arrive in the evening.

In the morning, we'll take a city tour of Copenhagen, the largest Scandinavian city, with a local guide. We'll explore the city's contrasts, from the popular Tivoli and Christianborg Palace to the terraces of Nyhavn and the iconic Mermaid statue. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure.

After breakfast, our unforgettable 12-day journey through Europe comes to an end. We hope you leave with wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.