Scandinavia (Winter)

10 days
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From colourful Copenhagen to sophisticated Stockholm, this trip gives you 10 days of pure Scandinavian magic. Expect chilly breeze, fairytale forests, fresh seafood, hot saunas, jaw-dropping fjords and enough natural beauty and cultural heritage to take your breath away. Hike down the Scandinavian peaks (with snowshoes if there’s snow) and get a taste of some...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    From colourful Copenhagen to sophisticated Stockholm, this trip gives you 10 days of pure Scandinavian magic. Expect chilly breeze, fairytale forests, fresh seafood, hot saunas, jaw-dropping fjords and enough natural beauty and cultural heritage to take your breath away. Hike down the Scandinavian peaks (with snowshoes if there’s snow) and get a taste of some traditional reindeer stew to warm you up. Now that's how you spend a Scandinavian winter!

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range18 to 35 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityCopenhagen
End CityStockholm

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Start Copenhagen

Good afternoon globe-roamers and welcome to your first stop of memory-making magic. After a bit of a mingle with the new squad we'll be getting into the spirit of our imminent adventures in Copenhagen. We've got all day tomorrow to suss out the city, so after an orientation tour, tonight can stay reserved for Contiki hangs if you're feeling social.

Scandic Sydhaven (or similar)

Dinner

Day 2: Copenhagen

Constantly named amongst the most liveable cities in the world, Copenhagen is an artwork of locals on bicycles, Danish pastries in cute café windows, & Renaissance architecture. Being a bustling university town and home to the hippie hood of Freetown Christiania, nightlife and unique culture can be found at every turn.

Scandic Sydhaven (or similar)

Breakfast

Day 3: Copenhagen to Oslo

Before you go bursting out of your travel clothes thanks to your new-found pastry dependency, we're bailing on Denmark. Next stop: Norway!  To the call of castles, fresh seafood, & pretty parks, we respond! Today we're taking on Norway.

Scandic Helsfyr (or similar)

Breakfast

Day 4: Oslo

Oslo, both the capital and biggest city of Norway, is a riverside metropolis back-dropped by mountains of greenery and filled with easy-going culture. We'll be surrounded by 200 bronze statues eating Krumkaker pastries before we can say "jeg elsker Norge!" (that's "I ...

Day 5: Oslo to Elverum

Oslo, it’s been amazing. But there's one more thing to tick off before we leave. You can choose to sail the Oslo Fjord, taking in the breathtaking views along the way. Then, we'll head to traditional city of Elverum. Hey hey, Lillehammer! Upon arrival we can check out...

Day 6: Elverum to Torgås

Rise and shine! More adventures await us today. We're crossing the border from Norway to Sweden, so keep an eye out for the famous Vasaloppet start line. Once we reach Torgås, you can join a hike during the day (with snowshoes if there’s snow). We’ll also be joined by...

Day 7: Torgås

Today you'll wake up in Torgåsgården - a Contiki Special Stay renowned for its jaw-dropping natural beauty. Skiing, anyone? How about snowboarding? Maybe indoor swimming and high-speed water slides sound good? Whatever you fancy, you can choose to do it here!

Torgåsgården (or similar)

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8: Torgås to Stockholm

Leaving Dalarna behind and bidding farewell to the orange Dala horse (Sweden's national symbol), we're headed to the capital today. Stockholm, here we come! After an orientation tour of the city, it's time to check into our stylish Generator accommodation and then find a good spot for dinner.

Generator Stockholm (or similar)

Breakfast

Day 9: Stockholm

Wander the quaint medieval streets of Gamla Stan & try to catch the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace. All that ground covered will earn you some Swedish salmon & an Absolut on the rocks – but don’t forget to save room for your evening meatballs….

Generator Stockholm (or similar)

Breakfast

Day 10: End Stockholm

Our trip finishes after breakfast today but Scandinavia will live on in our memories for years to come. Swap contact details and start planning your next adventure!

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,628
Price per day$163
Last Updated: 11/21/2024
Departure Date
Finish Date
Base Price
Availability
05 Dec 2024
14 Dec 2024
$2,275
12 Dec 2024
21 Dec 2024
$2,515
09 Jan 2025
18 Jan 2025
$2,093
24 Jan 2025
02 Feb 2025
$1,744
13 Mar 2025
22 Mar 2025
$1,628

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Contiki Reviews & Ratings

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Ian Efford

Nov 2024

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*Personal information removed by Feefo*, our trip manager, made the experience the best it could be. He ensured there were always activities for everyone, whether yo...

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Nov 2024

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Scandinavia

It was an amazing time, Scandi is a magical place and I recommend ...

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Michael Gagliano

Nov 2024

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Scandinavia

A great balance of structure with plenty of room to roam and explore in the free time! Add to that an exceptional chance to see the northern lights in the remote are...

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Tour Operator

Contiki

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We’re firm believers that life’s greatest experiences are made better by the people you share them with. That’s why Contiki invented group travel for young people in 1962 and we’ve spent the past 53 years perfecting it. You’ll explore amazing destinations with a group of 18-35 year olds from around the world who share your passion for adventure, good times and creating memories that define what it is to be young, wild and free.

No two travellers are the same and we know that, which is why we offer eight unique ways to explore the world. We have a number of options to choose from to create a vacation that’s perfect for you, from budget to accommodation style.

We're all about exploring the world with like-minded people, which is why we only run trips for 18-35 year olds, to celebrate being young, spirited and curious. You can expect to join a group of 18-53 awesome people from around the world on our Europe, Australia, North America and New Zealand trips, and in Asia and Latin America it's all about small group adventures with up to 25 travellers. Don't worry if you're not traveling as a couple or with a friend from home – though there are plenty of pairs, 50% of our travellers set off solo, meaning you'll have a ton of opportunities to make new friends.

With over 270 trips around the world and plenty of departure dates to work into your schedule, you'll never be short of options on where to go for your next great adventure.

About the company:
Contiki are the world leaders in social youth travel. We’ve been providing amazing travel experiences for young travellers, from 18-35 years old, since 1962. Imagine how good you would be at something if you had been doing it for more than 60 years?

Everything about Contiki is deeply rooted in our core values ‘Make Every Moment Count’ and ‘We’re about people’. We don’t just talk the talk, we walk the walk and live by our brand philosophy of ‘Travel.Together.’ which means to travel with one another, the destinations we visit, the cultures we enjoy and the environment, too.

Why we love this operator
Their trips create life-long memories for young people setting off to discover the world.
What they’re known for
Social travel for 18-35 year olds around the world.

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Logistics

Accommodation

  • Scandic Sydhaven (or similar)
  • Scandic Helsfyr (or similar)
  • Thon Hotel Elgstua (or similar)
  • Torgåsgården (or similar)
  • Generator Stockholm (or similar)
Travel Insurance
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Meals Included
  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 9 Breakfast (B)
Age Requirements
18 to 35 years
Additional Information
Trip ID
contiki-WWSBA19

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