Northern Dream ( 18 days )
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 18-day journey through the heart of Europe, immersing yourself in the rich history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes of Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided excursions and leisure time, allowing you to explore iconic landmarks, visit world-class museums, and discover hidden gems at your own pace. From the vibrant city of Berlin to the medieval charm of Tallinn, the scenic beauty of Stockholm to the historic significance of Warsaw, each destination promises a wealth of experiences that will captivate and inspire. With comfortable accommodation, delicious meals, and the services of an expert guide included, all you need to do is relax and enjoy the adventure that awaits.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Transfer: Salapsil Memorial
Basic travel insurance
BERLIN
: GRAND CITY BERLIN EAST or HOLIDAY INN BERLIN CITY WEST or ANDEL´S HOTEL BERLIN
COPENHAGuE
: SCANDIC SYDHAVNEN or MOXY COPENHAGEN SYDHAVNEN or QUALITY HOTEL GLOBE
FERRI ESTOCOLMO TURKU
: FERRY ESTOCOLMO TURKU or SCANDIC PARK HELSINKI or PARK INN MERITON CONFERENCE SPA HOTEL
RIGA
: MERCURE RIGA CENTRE HOTEL or RADISSON BLU LIETUVA or RADISSON BLU SOBIESKI
POZNAN
: NH HOTEL POZNAN
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
Breakfast buffet
2 Lunch included in: Rundale, Turaida
City tour in: BERLIN, COPENHAGEN, STOCKHOLM, RIGA, TALLINN, WARSAW, VILNIUS
Ticket admission: Holocaust Memorial and Berlin Wall Museum in Berlin, Grutas Park , Rundale Palace , Turaida Castle , Trakai Castle
English speaking tour in: BERLIN, COPENHAGEN, STOCKHOLM, TALLINN, RIGA, VILNIUS, WARSAW
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
Destinations
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Germany
- Berlin - Arrival day
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Welcome to the start of your European adventure! Upon landing at the airport, our team will be ready to escort you to your hotel. Once you've settled in, make sure to check the hotel's information boards for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Berlin
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Begin your day with a guided tour of Berlin, Germany's vibrant capital. Discover the city's historic center, the museum-rich Museum Island, the iconic Reichstag, and the stunning Brandenburg Gate. Enjoy the city's lush parks before paying a visit to the poignant Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Museum. If you wish, you can also opt for a visit to the Potsdam area, known for its beautiful palaces.
Day 3 – Day 3: Berlin to Copenhagen via Rostock
- Berlin
- Copenhagen
- Rostock
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Enjoy some free time in Berlin before we depart for the northern city of Rostock. Here, we'll board a ferry for a two-hour crossing of the Baltic Sea to Denmark. After enjoying the cruise on this modern ship, we'll continue through picturesque Danish landscapes, arriving in the charming city of Copenhagen by the end of the day.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Copenhagen
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- Christiansborg Palace (2nd)
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Spend the morning exploring Copenhagen with a local guide. As the largest city in Scandinavia, Copenhagen is a city of contrasts. Visit the popular Tivoli, the majestic Christianborg Palace, the vibrant terraces of Nyhavn, and the iconic Mermaid statue. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure.
Day 5 – Day 5: Copenhagen to Stockholm via Helsingor, Jonkoping, and Vadstena
- Copenhagen
- Vadstena
- Stockholm
- Elsinore
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- Kronborg Castle
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We depart from Copenhagen and head towards Helsingor, the city of Hamlet, where the magnificent Kronborg Castle stands. A short ferry ride takes us to Sweden, where we travel through beautiful landscapes to reach Jonkoping, a modern city by a large lake. After some exploration and lunch, we continue to Vadstena, a picturesque town known for its 14th-century castle turned monastery. Our day concludes with our arrival in Stockholm.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Stockholm
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Today, we explore the beautiful capital city of Stockholm. Our sightseeing tour will take us to Gamla Stand, the city's old quarter, the Nobel Museum, the main square of Stortorget, the Cathedral, and the Royal Palace. If possible, 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. Optional visits to the City Hall and the Vasa museum are also available.
Day 7 – Day 7: Stockholm to Finland
- Stockholm
- Turku
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Enjoy a free day in Stockholm before we board a modern ferry in the evening for an overnight journey to Finland. You'll be accommodated in comfortable double cabins with private bathrooms, ensuring a restful night's sleep as we sail towards our next destination.
Day 8 – Day 8: Arrival in Finland and Exploration of Turku, Naantali, and Helsinki
- Turku
- Naantali
- Helsinki
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As we arrive in Finland, we recommend heading to the ship's deck to witness a mesmerizing sunrise over the Aland Islands. Once we disembark, we'll explore the city of Turku, which boasts a strong Swedish influence. We then continue to the neighboring town of Naantali, known for its picturesque wooden houses by the sea. Our journey concludes in Helsinki, where you'll have the afternoon to explore the city's old market, Russian-influenced buildings, and churches.
Day 9 – Day 9: Helsinki to Tallinn via Suomenlinna Islands
- Helsinki
- Tallinn
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We start the day with a boat trip to the Suomenlinna Islands, home to a World Heritage-listed fortress. After some time to explore, we'll board a ferry to Estonia. The journey offers stunning views of the surrounding islands as we depart from Helsinki. We'll arrive in the beautiful city of Tallinn by the end of the day.
Day 10 – Day 10: Exploring Tallinn
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- St Nicholas' Church and Museum
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Spend the day discovering Tallinn, Estonia's captivating capital. Our sightseeing tour will take you around the city's well-preserved medieval center, where you'll see the city walls, churches, squares, and charming medieval streets. The afternoon is yours to explore further or relax at your leisure.
Day 11 – Day 11: Tallinn to Riga via Parnu, Turaida, and Sigulda
- Tallinn
- Pärnu
- Turaida
- Sigulda
- Riga
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Today, we journey through forests and plains to Parnu, a popular spa city in Estonia. We then cross into Latvia to visit the medieval Turaida Castle and the charming town of Sigulda. We'll also stop at the Salaspils Memorial, a poignant monument to the victims of the Nazi regime. Our day concludes with our arrival in Riga, Latvia's capital, in the evening.
Day 12 – Day 12: Exploring Riga
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- Riga Art Nouveau Center, museum
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Today, we'll take a city tour of Riga, the most populated city among the Baltic countries. Discover the cultural town center, the medieval old town, the city's Art Nouveau architecture, and well-preserved vestiges from the Soviet era. The afternoon is yours to explore further or relax at your leisure.
Day 13 – Day 13: Riga to Vilnius via Rundale and Trakai
- Riga
- Pilsrundāle
- Vilnius
- Trakai
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- Bauska local history and art museum
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We depart for Lithuania early in the morning, stopping first at the Baroque Palace of Rundale, designed by the architect of Saint Petersburg's Hermitage Museum. We then visit the Hill of Crosses, a site of strong Catholic influence, before exploring Trakai, home to a beautiful castle on a lake. We end the day in Vilnius, Lithuania's capital.
Day 14 – Day 14: Exploring Vilnius
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Today, we'll take a sightseeing tour of Vilnius, a city built on seven hills. Discover the city's Baroque churches, historic walls, castle, bustling market streets, and medieval houses. The afternoon is yours to explore further or relax at your leisure.
Day 15 – Day 15: Vilnius to Warsaw via Grutas Park and Augustow
- Vilnius
- Warsaw
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- Grūtas Park
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We continue our journey to Poland today, stopping first at Grutas Park, also known as 'Stalin's World', a park filled with Soviet-era statues. We'll then stop for lunch in the charming lakeside town of Augustow before continuing to Warsaw, Poland's capital, where we'll arrive by the end of the day.
Day 16 – Day 16: Warsaw to Poznan
- Warsaw
- Poznań
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- Royal Castle in Warsaw
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Start the day with a city tour of Warsaw, visiting the Old Town, Royal Castle, Ghetto Heroes Monument, and Lazienki Park. After some free time for lunch and exploration, we'll depart for Pomerania, arriving in Poznan, a vibrant city with a magnificent main square and great atmosphere, by the end of the day.
Day 17 – Day 17: Poznan to Berlin
- Poznań
- Berlin
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We depart from Poznan early in the morning and travel through the great plains of Poland, crossing back into Germany. We'll arrive in Berlin around midday, giving you the rest of the day to explore the city at your leisure.
Day 18 – Day 18: Departure
- Berlin - Departure day
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After breakfast, your unforgettable 18-day European adventure comes to an end. We hope you leave with lasting memories and look forward to welcoming you back on another tour soon!
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