Today marks the start of this unforgettable 10-day journey through Scandinavia! Starting in Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, meet up with your tour leader and fellow travellers at the hotel this morning. After an introduction to the upcoming itinerary, get ready for a driving and walking tour with a local guide. Look forward to seeing some of Copenhagen’s highlights including the Little Mermaid statue and Rosenborg Castle and learn more about the city’s history. Tonight, enjoy an included welcome dinner with the group.

Experiences

• Enjoy a guided tour of Copenhagen; Denmark's capital city

Meals Dinner

Enjoy a full free day to discover the vibrant city of Copenhagen. This effortlessly cool city is known for its architectural delights as well as its modern, sustainable way of living. There are so many things to do and places to see in Copenhagen that you’ll be spoilt for choice today. Today’s optional excursion offers a canal cruise, a unique insight into Denmark’s history and culture with a visit to the National Museum, and lunch at Reffen market. Alternatively, explore on your own and bring out your inner child at Tivoli Gardens, a world-famous amusement park, or relax in one of Copenhagen’s many cosy cafés.

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More Danish discoveries are on the cards today as the tour departs Copenhagen and makes its way to the seaport town of Hirtshals. On the way, visit Odense, known as the birthplace of Hans Christian Anderson, author of the beloved fairy tales The Ugly Duckling andThe Little Mermaid. Enjoy an orientation tour of the city before taking some free time to explore on your own. Then, travel to Aarhus, Denmark’s second-biggest city. Embark on an orientation tour and discover Den Gamle By, an open-air museum. Finally, arrive at the ferry port in Hirtshals and board the overnight ferry to Bergen in Norway!

Experiences

• Explore Odense; hometown of Hans Christian Anderson

• Visit Aarhus; a captivating Danish city

• Catch an overnight ferry to Norway

Meals Breakfast,

Wake up onboard the ferry and say “god morgen” to Norway! Arrive in the enchanting city of Bergen this morning. This coastal city is known as “the city among the seven mountains” as well as the gateway to the fjords – a true Norway travel highlight. Look forward to an orientation tour of Bergen and see the historic harbour district of Bryggen Quay, a UNESCO-listed attraction. The afternoon is free to explore as you wish or to join the optional excursion to some of the fishing villages around Bergen. The excursion also includes a traditional Norwegian dinner at a former trading post turned café.

Experiences

• Cruise through Norway’s magnificent fjords

• Explore Bergen; known as “the city among the seven mountains”

Meals Breakfast,

After breakfast, the day is free to spend as you wish in Bergen. This charming city is the second largest in Norway and offers a wide range of activities to those who visit. For the ultimate Bergen exploration, join today’s optional excursion. During the Bergen+ experience, enjoy a guided tour of Bryggen and a ride up one thousand feet in the Fløibanen funicular to Fløyen mountain! From here, take in the sweeping views of the city. Head back down to ground level and end the excursion with a drink at the Magic Ice Bar which is home to quirky ice sculptures and delicious cocktails!

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Spectacular Norwegian scenery awaits today! Depart Bergen after breakfast and head towards Oslo, enjoying many scenic spots on the way. Today’s first stop is Gudvangen, a gorgeous village at the foot of the truly spectacular Nærøyfjord. To get up close to the fjords in this area, join the optional excursion. Visit the nearby Viking Village and then embark on a sightseeing cruise which offers jaw-dropping views of the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjorden fjords! Arrive in Flam where the coach will meet up with the group. The next stop is Borgund, home to the unique Stave Church. Finally, arrive in Oslo, Norway’s capital city and check into the hotel for the evening. Dinner is included at the hotel.

Experiences

• Marvel at Norway’s spectacular natural scenery

• Visit Gudvangen near Norway’s most famous fjord

• Enjoy a photo stop at Borgund’s Stave Church

Meals Breakfast, Dinner

Set off on a locally guided walking tour of Oslo this morning. This capital city is home to the Norwegian royal family so spot the Royal Palace and admire the medieval Akershus Castle. Then, explore more on your own or choose to be guided through more highlights including some of Oslo’s best parks and museums on the Oslo+ optional excursion. Afterwards, the tour makes its way to another country – Sweden! Spend the night in Karlstad, which is situated between Oslo and Stockholm, Sweden’s capital. Karlstad is known as one of the sunniest towns in Sweden and is popular with outdoor enthusiasts.

Experiences

• See the highlights of Oslo with a local guide

Meals Breakfast,

Swedish sights await as the tour travels towards Stockholm. On the way, visit Sigtuna – the oldest medieval town in Sweden! Discover Sigtuna’s traditional wooden houses and its thousand-plus years of history on an orientation tour. After, take some time to grab lunch or explore more on your own. Then, it's on to the Swedish capital! Meet up with a local guide straight away and set off on a driving and walking tour which will reveal top Stockholm attractions. Admire the Royal Palace and the AF Chapman ship before strolling through the Old Town, Gamla Stan. Tonight, look forward to a taste of authentic Swedish meatballs for dinner!

Experiences

• Visit Sigtuna; Sweden’s oldest town

• Explore Stockholm with a local guide

• Tuck into Swedish meatballs in Stockholm

Meals Breakfast, Dinner

Say “hej” to a free day in Sweden! Some ways to spend your free day include exploring more of the cobblestone streets winding through Gamla Stan or visiting one of the city’s many acclaimed museums. The ABBA museum is a fun, interactive experience that celebrates the world’s favourite Swedish band! Alternatively, experience Sweden’s imperial history with a guided tour of Drottningholm Palace and its immaculate gardens as well as a visit to the Vasa Museum. This is the last night on tour so why not enjoy one last tasty Scandinavian meal?

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Over 10 days, this jam-packed itinerary has covered many Scandinavian highlights and top sights! The tour concludes this morning after breakfast where you can swap contact information with your new travel buddies if you haven’t already. Have a safe journey onwards and we’ll see you on tour soon!

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