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Vibrant cities, distinct cultures, and unspoiled landscapes … welcome on this Scandinavia affordable tour! You’ll visit the fascinating Nordic cities and scenic areas as well as some of its smaller and quaint towns. Overnight in Copenhagen, Frederikshavn, Oslo, the Telemark area, Bergen, the Fagernes area, Karlstad, and Stockholm.
As you would expect from a Scandinavia tour, this tour features breathtaking scenery. Norway is known for its fjords—with their steep and majestic mountains and picturesque villages dotting the landscape. A highlight of this tour is a cruise on the Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord. Take a ferry across the Hardangerfjord, the world’s fourth-largest fjord. Travel through Norway’s Telemark region with its lakes, winding valleys, and rugged gorges backed by towering mountains. Stop for photos at Steinsdalsfoss Waterfall, where visitors can walk behind the cascading waterfall without getting wet. Also enjoy a scenic drive along beautiful Lake Mjøsa. In Sweden, drive through the scenic Värmland, home to 10,000 lakes dotting the forested landscape. In Denmark, drive across the Great Belt Bridge, one of the world’s longest bridges, and take a ferry from Denmark to Sweden.
On this tour through Scandinavia, spend time in the major cities: Copenhagen, capital of Denmark; Oslo, capital of Norway; Bergen, Norway’s picturesque second-largest city; and Stockholm, Sweden’s beautiful capital. You’ll enjoy an orientation drive of Copenhagen and guided sightseeing excursions of Oslo and Stockholm. Visit Lillehammer, site of the 1994 Winter Olympics, and take time for a photo stop at Sweden’s Gripsholm Castle, a fairytale castle built in 1537 and set in an enchanting rural setting on the way to Stockholm.
From the fascinating cities and small towns to the breathtaking landscapes, this value-minded Scandinavia tour has it all!
Please note: 2021 itinerary is based on 2020 and is subject to change, but by booking today you will lock in your price. Full details will be confirmed in September 2020.
Highlights
Orientation
GREAT BELT BRIDGE
ODENSE Stop in Hans Christian Andersen’s hometown
FREDERIKSHAVN–GOTHENBURG Ferry crossing
GOTHENBURG Orientation drive
OSLO Guided city tour and Viking Ship Museum visit
VEMORK Visit the museum
STEINDALSFOSSEN Waterfall
SOGNEFJORD CRUISE
FAGERNES Visit
LILLEHAMMER, KARLSTAD & MARIEFRED Visit
STOCKHOLM Guided city tour
2021 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 11 breakfasts, 5 dinners
ARRIVE IN COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Day1
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore the Danish capital. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
Meals included:
- Dinner
COPENHAGEN.
Day2
Enjoy a day at leisure in the capital of the oldest kingdom in the world. Besides many interesting landmarks and architectural masterpieces, see some of the more famous sites on your orientation drive, including the legendary Little Mermaid statue. An optional tour of Zealand’s castles is also available.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
COPENHAGEN–ODENSE–FREDERIKSHAVN.
Day3
After breakfast, start the journey northwards, enjoying the drive across the GREAT BELT BRIDGE, which will connect you to the fairytale island of Funen. Stop in Odense, Hans Christian Andersen’s hometown and, via the Little Belt waterway, head for Frederikshavn on the rural Jutland Peninsula.
Today’s Distance: 295 mi/ 475 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
FREDERIKSHAVN–GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN–OSLO, NORWAY
Day4
Take a pleasant FERRY ride from Frederikshavn across the strategic Kattegat to Gothenburg, Sweden’s thriving second-largest city and one of Europe’s major seaports. After an orientation drive, follow the inland route and cross into Norway. Evening arrival in Oslo.
Today’s Distance: 242 mi/ 390 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
OSLO–TELEMARK AREA
Day5
Gustav Vigeland’s sculptures are among the highlights of the included Oslo sightseeing tour; also see the VIKING SHIP MUSEUM, National Theater, Broadcasting House, Parliament, and Akershus Castle. In the afternoon, drive through the Telemark region, where you’ll spend the night.
Today’s Distance: 130 mi/ 210 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
TELEMARK AREA–VEMORK–BERGEN
Day6
Take the scenic route for a visit to Vemork, where the heavy water plant was blown up by a commando unit of British and Norwegians known as the Heroes of Telemark. Visit the VEMORK MUSEUM, then proceed through the Telemark region with its lakes, winding valleys, and rugged gorges backed by towering mountains. FERRY across the Hardangerfjord from Utne to Kvanndal. Continue to Bergen, Norway’s picture-perfect Hanseatic seaport. En route, make a picture stop at Steindalsfossen Waterfall.
Today’s Distance: 342 mi/ 550 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BERGEN.
Day7
Built on seven hills with the fjords on one side and 1,000-foot Mount Fløyen on the other, Bergen was the home of composer Edvard Grieg. Spend the day exploring at leisure, or consider joining one of our optional excursions to discover the history, traditions, delicacies, and breathtaking views of this beautiful port city.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
BERGEN–SOGNEFJORD CRUISE–FAGERNES AREA.
Day8
More spectacular scenery as you drive towards the Sognefjord, where you embark for a breathtaking CRUISE on one of Norway’s mightiest fjords. On to the Fagernes area.
Today’s Distance: 236 mi/ 380 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
FAGERNES AREA–LILLEHAMMER–KARLSTAD, SWEDEN.
Day9
First to Lillehammer, the mountain resort that hosted the 1994 Winter Olympics, then, a scenic drive along beautiful Lake Mjøsa. Continue towards Sweden through Värmland’s unspoiled wilderness of forest and lakes to Karlstad, located by Sweden’s largest lake, Lake Vänern.
Today’s Distance: 286 mi/ 460 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
KARLSTAD–MARIEFRED–STOCKHOLM.
Day10
Leave Karlstad and head east towards Stockholm via idyllic Mariefred. Here, view majestic Gripsholm Castle, built in an enchanting rural setting. On to the Swedish capital. Its beauty is due to its unique setting on 14 islands between Lake Mäleren and the Baltic Sea.
Today’s Distance: 199 mi/ 320 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
STOCKHOLM
Day11
This is perhaps the most beautiful of the Scandinavian capitals, because the crystalline waters that flow through its intersecting canals give a luminous appearance to palaces, castles, and parks. Your city sightseeing takes in all the highlights including CITY HALL.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
STOCKHOLM.
Day12
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Scandic Sluseholmen Copenhagen
First-Class
This modern hotel is located 5 km from downtown Copenhagen in Sydhavnen and offers a casual restaurant with menus reflecting its Nordic roots and a relaxing bar area with large-screen TV and pool table. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all guest rooms and the city centre can easily be reached by public bus or water bus.
Location
Molestien 11, Copenhagen Sv, Denmark
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
- Currency Exchange
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Hot Tub
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Television
- Phone
- Desk
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Wake-Up Calls
- Internet Access
- Climate Control
- Window Opens
Park Inn Copenhagen Airport
Superior Tourist-Class
Park Inn by Radisson Copenhagen Airport is located close to the airport and 500 meters from the beach. City Centre is only 10 min away by metro and the metro station Femøren is right next to the hotel.
Location
171 Engvej, Copenhagen, Denmark
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- Bar/Lounge
- Parking/Valet
- Currency Exchange
- Business Center
- Fitness Room
- Free WiFi
- Laundry Available
- Pool
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Window Opens
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Hair Dryer
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Phone
Jutlandia
First-Class
Six-story Hotel opposite passenger dock, a few minutes walk from center of town.
Location
Havnepladsen 1, Frederikshavn, Denmark
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Laundry Available
- ATM
- Elevator
- Currency Exchange
- Ice Machine
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Beauty Salon
- Business Center
- Free WiFi
- Parking/Valet
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Smoking Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Room Service
- Pay Movies
- Phone
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Mini-bar
- Hair Dryer
Scandic Sjolyst
First-Class
Staying at Scandic Sjolyst is very worthy, the hotel is located in a trendy area close to cafés, shops, restaurants and great outdoor spaces. Attractions such as the museums on Bygdoy and Vigeland Park are only a short walk from our hotel. Public transport is close by, and the surrounding area is perfect for outdoor activities.
Location
Sjolyst Plass 5, Oslo, Norway
Hotel Facilities
- Laundry Available
- Fitness Room
- ATM
- Parking/Valet
- Gift Shop
- Free WiFi
- Beauty Salon
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Concierge desk
- Currency Exchange
- Hot Tub
- Spa Services
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Alarm Clock
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Television
Scandic Solli Oslo
First-Class
Scandic Solli is located in the city center of Oslo, just a 5 minutes walk from the National Theatre station and the Airport Express Train. Attractions like Aker Brygge, The Royal Palace and Karl Johans street is all within walking distance. At the hotel you can enjoy our gym, sauna and free Wi-Fi.
Location
Parkveien 68, Oslo, Norway
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Laundry Available
- Ice Machine
- Concierge desk
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Wake-Up Calls
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- In-Room Safe
- Desk
- Phone
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Window Opens
Quality Straand
Superior Tourist-Class
The Straand Hotel is located in the village Vrådal in the western part of the Telemark region. The hotel is overlooking the lake Nissser which is surrounded by vast forests and mountains up to 1.000 m.a.s. The area is well suited for en evening stroll in fresh air.
Location
Kviteseidvegen 1698, Vradal Telemark, Norway
Augustin Hotel
Tourist Class
The hotel combines traditional style with modern award-winning interior. All public areas and guest rooms have original pieces of graphic art, paintings and sculptures, which gives the hotel a contemporary and distinct feel. The hotel has a comfortable lobby and a small library where you can enjoy coffee and tea for free. In the evening you can also relax in the 400 years old wine cellar Altona wine bar which offers the best wine selection in Bergen and an à la carte menu.
Location
C Sundtsgt 22-24, Bergen, Norway
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Desk
- Television
- Window Opens
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Internet Access
- Hair Dryer
- Wake-Up Calls
Thon Bristol
Superior Tourist-Class
Thon Hotel Bristol Bergen is located in the city center of Bergen, and everything the city has to offer is within walking distance. Just 2 minutes to the famous fish market, and 5 minutes to the funicular rail taking you up the mountain for the best view of the city.
Location
Torgalmenningen 11, Bergen, Norway
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Pay Movies
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Desk
- Mini-bar
- Hair Dryer
- Window Opens
- Cable/Satellite
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Internet Access
- Phone
Hotel Radisson Blu Resort
First-Class
Radisson Beitostolen is 5-minute walk from Beitostølen Resort's ski lifts and slopes, this laid-back hotel is also 6 km from fishing at Lake Øyangen and 9 km from Bitihorn mountain.
Location
, Beitostoelen, Norway
Hotel Facilities
- Beauty Salon
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Elevator
- Ice Machine
- Bar/Lounge
- Currency Exchange
- Luggage Storage
- Laundry Available
- ATM
- Hot Tub
- Fitness Room
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- In-Room Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Mini-bar
- Alarm Clock
- Air Conditioning
- Window Opens
- Cable/Satellite
- Television
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Wake-Up Calls
- Phone
- Complimentary Toiletries
Hotel Scandic Valdres
Moderate First-Class
The Quality Hotel® & Resort Fagernes is ideally located on a lake and close to the Valdres Folkemuseum.
Location
Postbox 23, Fagernes, Norway
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Elevator
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Pool
- Business Center
- Bar/Lounge
- Parking/Valet
- Ice Machine
Room Facilities
- Internet Access
- Smoking Rooms
- Phone
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite
- Pay Movies
- Television
- Room Service
- Non-smoking Rooms
Scandic Karlstad
First-Class
The hotel is situated in the heart of sunny Karlstad.
Location
Drottning Gatan, Karlstad, Sweden
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Restaurant On-Site
- Free WiFi
- Spa Services
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
- Parking/Valet
- Laundry Available
- Bar/Lounge
Room Facilities
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Phone
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
Best Western Sthlm
First-Class
A brand new hotel with a very convenient location only 275 comfortable meters from Bromma Stockholm Airport.
Location
Ulvsundavagen 193 A, Stockholm, Sweden
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Currency Exchange
- Free WiFi
- Spa Services
- Elevator
- Fitness Room
- Business Center
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite
- Room Service
- Phone
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Safe
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Television
- Internet Access
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