Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords Summer 2018
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- City tour in Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm
- Orientation of Bergen
- View The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Haakon's Hall in Bergen, the Geirangerfjord, Olympic Ski Jump in Hamar and Oslo's Royal Palace
- Visit Odense where Hans Christian Anderson was born, Stavanger, the Sognefjord, Geiranger, the Stave Chuch at Lom, the Olympic town of Lillehammer, Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo and Stockholm's City Hall
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Welcome to Copenhagen - the enchanting Danish capital that inspired Hans Christian Andersen to share tales of mermaids, queens and ugly ducklings with the world. Spend the day embracing its quintessential hygge found throughout its charming streets before enjoying a late afternoon orientation drive and Welcome Reception with your Travel Director and travel companions. Welcome Reception
Join a Local Specialist today for a fascinating sightseeing and walking tour of the iconic sights of Copenhagen. The Amalienborg Palace Quarter takes centre stage as you admire its 18th century façades and the equine statue of King Frederik V at its centre. We'll view...
We leave the fairy-tales behind for the Danish island of Funen, and Odense, the city where Hans Christian Andersen was born. Continuing across the picturesque pastoral landscapes of the Jutland Peninsula, we arrive in Randers, with its cosy half-timbered merchant houses and narrow medieval streets. Scandinavian Breakfast
Set sail from Hirtshals across the Skagerrak to the port of Kristiansand in Norway. Drive north past fjords, lakes and forests to the port city of Stavanger, one of Norway's oldest settlements - its heritage still evident in the beautifully preserved wooden buildings that date back to the 18th century. Scandinavian Breakfast, Dinner
Norway's spellbinding natural landscapes provide an inspiring backdrop for our island-hop from Stavanger to Bergen this morning. We sail along its rugged coastline, across majestic fjords, and past hidden islets and islands. Arriving in Bergen this afternoon, we delve...
Nestled at the heart of the Seven Mountains, Bergen is one of the country's cultural centres which you will have an opportunity to explore on this full day at leisure. Stroll through its charming cobblestone streets or ascend its funicular for spectacular views of the...
We drive east to the popular ski resort of Voss where we'll board a train ascending over 860 m above sea level. Enjoy a Cultural Insight on one of the world's most exciting train journeys in the world, meandering through the Flåm Valley past the Kjosfossen and legenda...
Norway's incredible glacier countryside surrounds us as we follow the spectacular Sognefjord to Geirangerfjord - its deep blue waters surrounded by majestic snow-capped peaks and lush green landscapes, which we will have an opportunity to explore. Scandinavian Breakfast, Dinner
Spend a full day admiring this spectacular feat of nature. Cascading waterfalls tumble down sheer cliffs into the glacial waters below which you can explore by kayak or boat soaking up the crisp, clean mountain air. Consider an Optional Experience along Trollstigen an...
A scenic drive from Geiranger through high peaks brings us to Lom, the gateway to the Jotunheimen Mountains. Here we will visit a 12th century wooden Stave church, adorned with Runic inscriptions, paintings and carved dragon figures that are said to protect it against...
The unusual Olympic ice rink beside the lake at Hamar is our first stop today as we travel to the cultural capital, Oslo. Join a Local Specialist who will share the city's iconic sights, including views of the medieval fortress of Akershus, the Opera and 19th century ...
We cross the border into Sweden today and continue via Karlstad past Lake Vänern, the largest lake in the European Union. Passing Örebro, we arrive in the island-ringed capital of Stockholm for a two-night stay. Scandinavian Breakfast
We meet our Local Specialist this morning for a sightseeing tour of the waterside City Hall and view the medieval Storkyrkan, Riddarholm Church and the Royal Palace at the heart of Stockholm's quaint Old Town. The rest of the day is yours to delve into the city's rich...
Our epic journey has come to an end. Bid Stockholm and your newfound friends a fond farewell. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. Scandinavian Breakfast
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