Northern Explorer
Overview
Highlights
- Visit Scandinavia and the Baltic states
- Local-guided tours through Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn and Warsaw
- Orientation tours of Copenhagen, Riga, Vilnius and Berlin
- Explore Poland including the iconic cities of Warsaw and Poznań
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Trip includes
- 16 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
- Single travellershave the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
- 1 night's accommodation in twin share cabin with private bathrooms
- 17 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 6 Dinners*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
- Overnight ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki
- Any public transport used as part of the tour days (excludes free days)
- Visit a local Dutch cheese farm and clog factory
- Enjoy a cruise along Amsterdam’s iconic canals
- Welcome dinner in Amsterdam
- Explore Hamburg; Germany’s second-biggest city
- Visit Odense; birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen
- Discover Copenhagen; capital of Denmark
- Cruise from Helsingør to Helsingborg by ferry
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Swedish countryside
- Visit Gothenburg; Sweden’s second city
- See the highlights of Oslo with a local guide
- Visit Sigtuna; Sweden’s oldest town
- Eat Swedish meatballs in Stockholm
- Explore Stockholm with a local guide
- Catch an overnight ferry to Finland
- Discover the highlights of Helsinki with a local guide
- Catch an overnight ferry to Finland
- Enjoy a lunch in Tallinn
- Take a tour of Tallinn with a local guide
- Sightsee in Pärnu; a resort city in Estonia
- Visit Saulkrasti; a Latvian seaside town
- Learn about Latvian history at the Latvian Military Cemetery
- Discover Riga; Latvia’s vibrant capital
- Visit the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania
- Explore Vilnius; capital of Lithuania
- Stop at Trakai, Europe's only historic national park
- See Warsaw’s highlights on a driving tour
- Discover Warsaw’s Old Town with a local guide
- Explore Old Market Square in Poznań
- See iconic sights on a walking and driving tour of Berlin
- Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
- Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
Itinerary
Welcome to Amsterdam and the start of your Northern Explorer tour! Meet your tour leader at the accommodation this morning. After everyone's checked in, get ready to experience the gorgeous Dutch countryside. Visit a local Dutch farm and see how clogs and local ...
Depart Amsterdam this morning and travel towards a new country, Germany! Arrive in Hamburg in the late afternoon and embark on an orientation tour with your tour leader. Hamburg is an impressive harbour town and top cultural destination home to over 50 museums! ...
The journey continues to Scandinavia after breakfast. Cross the border into Denmark and head towards the Danish capital, Copenhagen. The drive offers fantastic views as well as a crossing of Europe's longest bridge. En route, enjoy a visit to Odense, the birthpl...
The tour will visit three countries today; Denmark, Sweden and Norway! Depart Copenhagen and take a short drive to the port town of Helsingør this morning. This town is home to Kronborg Castle, the setting for Shakespeare's Hamlet. See the castle from t...
Look forward to exploring Oslo today! Begin with a locally guided tour of Norway’s cool, compact and captivating capital city. Oslo is surrounded by stunning scenery and is famous for its green spaces and museums. A local expert will showcase the city’s highligh...
Wave farewell to Norway as the tour travels back to Sweden. Find out why Sweden is ranked as one of the most naturally beautiful countries in Europe on a drive through various landscapes. Pass Karlstad on the shores of Lake Vänern before arriving in Örebro where...
Discover the highlights of Stockholm today! Discover the top attractions and learn all about Sweden’s capital city on a locally guided tour. See the Royal Palace, the AF Chapman Ship and take a walk through Gamla Stan; Stockholm’s famous Old Town. Enjoy free time from...
Spend time this morning exploring the city of Stockholm! The numerous islands that make up the town offer fascinating walks, especially through the Djurgården. If you’re joining part two of the Royal Sweden & Vasa Museum optional, look forward to visiting the stun...
Arrive in Helsinki in the late morning and head off on a tour of the city with a local guide. See the highlights of Helsinki including the Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square. An effortlessly cool city, Helsinki prides itself on being slightly off-the-wall, playing w...
Today it’s time to travel to the Baltic States! Catch a ferry from the port in Helsinki, cross the Gulf of Finland and arrive in Tallinn, Estonia. With the strong mediaeval influence combined with modern structures, Tallinn is one of Europe's most enchanting cit...
Travel onwards to Latvia today! Depart Tallinn and head towards Riga, Latvia’s capital city. En route, sightsee in scenic Pärnu, a resort town in Estonia, and visit the seaside town of Saulkrasti in Latvia before a sombre visit to the Latvian Military Cemetery, ...
Lithuania is calling today! The first stop of the day is the Hill of Crosses - a pilgrimage site loaded with around 100,000 crosses which is an impressive sight to behold. Arrive in Vilnius, Lithuania’s capital, and set off on an orientation tour of the city bef...
This morning, travel to the final destination in Lithuania - Trakai National Park. The main attraction is undoubtedly a view of the iconic brick-built castle at its centre, which lies on an island surrounded by crystal-clear water. Next, head towards the Polish ...
Enjoy a city tour of Warsaw’s Old Town with a local guide this morning. Meet your guide at the hotel and then embark on the tour, taking in a number of highlights and seeing the bustling square at the heart of the old town. This afternoon is yours to spend as yo...
Heading west through Poland, stop in Poznań, a city famous for its historic old town. Enjoy your free time to have lunch and admire the colourful buildings and beautiful architecture of the Old Market Square. Cross the border into Germany and continue to the city of B...
Today is a free day in Berlin. Revisit some of the sights from yesterday's driving tour, or strike out on your own to discover more of the city for yourself. Alternatively, choose to join the fascinating Berlin+ tour for a trip into Berlin’s turbulent past and vibrant...
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to Berlin and travel back to the Netherlands, enjoying the beautiful German and Dutch landscapes during the drive. Arrive back at the Amsterdam hotel for tonight, and the evening is free to do as you wish. To celebrate the las...
Today, the tour concludes after breakfast. By now, you will have enjoyed 18 days on tour, visiting amazing countries and making unforgettable memories! Be sure to share your contact details with your fellow travellers. We hope you've enjoyed your Northern Explorer Tour as much as we have!
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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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- 17 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 6 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
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