Day 1 -
Arrive Oslo
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Transfer from Oslo Gardermoen Airport to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and accommodation at the Thon Hotel Opera, centrally located facing the new Opera House and close to Oslo Fjord and Harbour.
Meals included:
Dinner
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Day 2 -
OSLO - ULVIK - Your escorted scandinavian tour begins
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After breakfast depart from Oslo, driving via Honefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardola Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plataeu to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Voringsfoss Waterfall with a vertical drop of 180m. the highest in Norway. Descend the amazing Mabodal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry crossing, followed by a drive around the Ulvik Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and accommodation at the Rica Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 -
ULVIK - BERGEN
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After a buffet breakfast scenic scandinavian tour along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord, famous for its many fruit orchards, via the towns of Oystese and Norheimsund, arriving in Bergen around midday. In the afternoon there is a 2 hour tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Floien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and accommodation at the Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, centrally located on Ole Bull's Square, close to the pedestrian shopping streets and within walking distance of the old Bryggen Harbour.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 -
Bergen - Flam - Balestrand
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After breakfast, we resume the escorted scandinavian tour from Bergen, travelling via Dale to the town of Voss. Descend the Naeroy Valley, passing the amazing Stalheim Canyon to the fjordside village of Flam. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flam Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering ascending 2.838 feet in less than one hour. The descent from Myrdal to Flam offers opportunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After a short rest in Flam, enjoy an approx 2 hour cruise along the narrow Aurlands and Naeroy Fjords, both branches of the Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. From the sundeck or the comfortable lounge, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife. After disembarking in Gudvangen at the head of the Naeroy Fjord, continue by coach across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes, for the short ferry crossing to the beautiful resort of Balestrand. Dinner and accommodation at the Kvikne's Hotel superbly located on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by mountains.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 5 -
Balestrand - A Day in the Fjords
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Your scandinavian tour pauses, with a day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel's elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand with its historic buildings and other noteworthy sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at the Kvikne's Hotel.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6 -
BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER
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After breakfast depart from your hotel by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sogn Fjord to Sogndal. The tour continues by road to Fjaerland, passing under the Jostedal Galcier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei. Descend to the beautiful Nord Fjord, making a detour at Olden to visit the world-famous Briskdal Glacier. The journey up to the glacier will be made in open cars to give you the best views. Afterwards a typical Norwegian lunch will be served in sight of the glacier. During the afternoon the tour continues via Loen and Stryn, to the picturesque village of Hellesylt. From here you go on board the ferry for the one hour's cruise along the spectacular Geiranger Fjord, possibly the most impressive of all the Norwegian fjords. During the cruise you will pass close by some magnificent waterfalls, such as the Bridal Veil and the Seven Sisters. Dinner and accommodation at the excellent Union Hotel, overlooking the Geiranger Fjord.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 -
GEIRANGER - OSLO
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Today your escorted scandinavian tour takes you through the famous Serpintine Road, you have the opportunity to digest some amazing views of the fjord, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church. The tour continues via Lake Vaga, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Stop for lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues alongside Lake Mjosa, Norway's largest lake, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski jump, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslo fjord way below. Dinner and accommodation at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel
Meals included:
Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 -
OSLO - STOCKHOLM
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For guests on the 7 night escorted scandinavian tour; The tour ends after breakfast, with transfers to Olso Gardemoen Airport to connect with individual flight departures.
Guests on 9/11/13 nights tour continue by coach towards the Swedish border, crossing into the attractive province of Varmland to arrive in the city of Karlstad on Lake Vanern, the largest in Sweden. Lunch in Karlstad. After lunch the tour continues through a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes to reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign, a new first class hotel centrally located.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Day 9 -
Stockholm
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The day starts with a 4 hour guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. Highlight of the tour is a visit to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Hall, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year. Afternoon free in Stockholm, with the possibility to visit the famous Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign. Please note that dinner today is not included, because our experience shows that in Stockholm guests prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their choice. Your tour escort will gladly assist you with table reservations.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 10 -
Stockholm - Helsinki
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For guests on 9 night escorted scandinavian tour from Oslo to Stockholm, the tour ends after breakfast, with transfers to Stockholm Arlanda Airport to connect with individual flight departures.
Guests continuing on the Baltic Cruise to Helsinki have morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: Departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the lovely archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinner on board. Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcases to and from the cabin.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 11 -
HELSINKI - STOCKHOLM
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Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. Spend a whole day in this exciting city on the Baltic, retaining your cabin on the ship. Morning 3 hour guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more. During the afternoon you can explore the busy market place or the many souvenir shops close to the harbour. Finnish crystal and leather goods are an excellent buy. 17.00 Hrs: Embarkation for return cruise to Stockholm. Dinner and accommodation on board.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 12 -
STOCKHOLM - COPENHAGEN
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After a tasty buffet breakfast arrive back in Stockholm at 09.30 hrs. Guests on the 11 night escorted scandinavian tour Oslo - Helsinki - Stockholm, will be driven from the Silja Line terminal to Stockholm Arlanda Airport for the flight home.
To allow time for disembarkation, transfer to airport. Guests continuing to Copenhagen will be driven through Southern Sweden to Granna on Lake Vattern. Stop for lunch. Tour continues via Jonkoping to the city of Malmo. Cross the new Oresund Bridge from Sweden to Denmark, to arrive in wonderful Copenhagen during the early evening. Dinner and accommodation at the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 13 -
COPENHAGEN
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The day starts with a 3 hour guided tour of the city. You will see the Amalienborg Palace, residence of the Danish Royal Family, Gefion Fountain, Christianborg Palace (Danish Parliament buildings), the old harbour of Nyhavn, and of course the famous Little Mermaid. Afternoon free for exploring this fairytale city. This evening you will be taken for a farewell dinner in the famous Tivoli Gardens. Accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 14 -
COPENHAGEN DEPARTURE - Your escorted scandinavian tour ends
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Buffet breakfast followed by morning transfers to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport for individual flight departures.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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