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Scandinavian Capitals & The Fjords - 15 nights / 16 days

Experience all that Scandinavia has to offer from stylish capitals to the world’s biggest fjords - from super cool Oslo to vibrant Stockholm, and from hip Helsinki to charming Copenhagen, then into fjord heaven.
Discover the many charms and delights on this 12-day adventure to the wonderful Nordic capitals and the beautiful Norwegian fjord landscapes. Whether it's walking along charming streets in Bergen, sailing through vast fjords, riding on one of the most spectacular train journeys in the world, or cycling around Copenhagen, this is a once in a lifetime adventure.

You should experience it because….
The fjords of Norway have to be seen to be believed. With their long watery inlets filled with glaciers, mountains, sheer cliffs, valleys and waterfalls, this is scenery out of a dream.
Nordic capitals, dramatic fjords, marvelous train rides, opulent Russia.
Break into a sweat in a traditional Finnish sauna in Helsinki and take a dip in one of the public baths.
See where the Nobel Prize is awarded at Stockholm’s City Hall, and catch the panoramic view from its 348-foot tower.
Bike around Oslo, from the harbor to the Aker Brygge

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    Day 01: Amsterdam Arrival

    On arrival, you will be transferred to your Hotel
    Enjoy a Pizza Canal Cruise - 1 Hour 30 mins
    Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam to enjoy your first evening in Amsterdam. Pair pizza with an evening cruise along Amsterdam’s canals and you have this 90-minute dream of a dinner, perfect for the family. After boarding, order the pizza of your choice, which is delivered straight from the oven to your boat. Admire Amsterdam’s top attractions from the water as you dig into a delicious pizza.
    Onboard commentary and the city’s twinkling lights illuminate your Amsterdam canal cruise.
    Overnight in Hotel in Amsterdam (B).

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    Day 02: Full-Day Private Guided Amsterdam City tour

    We begin the day with an extensive bus excursion in Amsterdam. You will see all Amsterdam has to offer, from the historical monuments in the centre to the modern architecture of the 21st century. See the top attractions including the Royal Palace and National Monument, Albert Cuyp Market, the Skinny Bridge, and beautiful gabled houses lining the banks of the UNESCO-listed canals.
    Visit the world-famous Van Gogh Museum OR Heineken Brewery with your entrance Tickets.

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    Day 03: Guided tour of Delft, The Hague & Madurodam

    Enjoy breakfast at the Hotel,
    Enjoy this tour of 3 cities in one day, giving you an inside of Holland at a glance! We move on to Delft, to visit a Delft Blue pottery, after which we continue our tour to The Hague, the seat of the Dutch Government. Visit a Diamond Factory en route. We will have a driving tour in The Hague, passing the houses of parliament and the political heart of Holland. Next, we will continue the sightseeing tour and we will pass by the Peace Palace. Last stop is the miniature park Madurodam.

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    Day 04: Amsterdam Bergen

    Fly to Bergen, the gateway to Norway’s fjords. Explore Bergen’s charming cobblestone streets of timber-clad old wooden houses in Sandviken or Nordnes, visit its beautiful heritage harbour, Bryggen, otherwise known as the Hanseatic Wharf, or for a bird’s eye view, take the Floibanen funicular up the mountainside of Mount Floyen – a wide set of steps leads down to a glass railing where you can stand to see the entire city of Bergen. Bergen is surrounded by seven hills and seven fjords and is Norwegian coastal port at its very best.

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    Day 05: Bergen & the Fjords Norway in a Nutshell

    A unique journey by bus, boat, and rail taking in the Naerofjord, Norway’s narrowest fjord and an ever-changing panorama of mountain scenery and thundering waterfalls. The Naeroyfjord is the narrowest fjord in the world, at one point only 250m across, with mountains towering more than 1700m above its tranquil waters. Witness the cascading waterfalls, the ragged mountain peaks and glaciers, the green and lush forests, and the well-tended cultural landscape that has been farmed for almost 3000 years. And enjoy a ride on the Flamsbana railway - one of the steepest and most spectacular railway journeys in the world.

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    Day 06: Bergen Oslo By Train

    On to Oslo, Norway’s capital city – a perfect mix of urban life and natural beauty. Soak up the atmosphere of Oslo by exploring the city on foot and taking in the great mix of the old and new architecture. There’s a new urban waterside development with cafes, bars and street performers, lush green forests nearby, and fjords that bustle with sailboats.

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    Day 07: Oslo – attractions & sightseeing

    Combine the cultural intrigue and natural splendor of Oslo on a full-day combo experience in the incredible Norwegian capital. With a knowledgeable guide, discover the city’s top attractions during a sightseeing tour by coach, visiting Vigeland Park and the Holmenkollen Ski Jump to capture fantastic photographs. Enrich your knowledge at famous museums like the Open Air Museum and the PolarshipFram Museum, and then take to the waters of Oslo Fjord to enjoy a tranquil cruise around the idyllic islands of the coastal region.

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    Day 08: Oslo – Gothenburg

    Drive / Train to Gothenburg. Enjoy the city’s ornate architecture that lines its tram-rattled streets, or stroll across the one of the city’s 17th century canals, through the green King’s Park to the shop-lined ‘Avenyn’ that leads to the city’s dramatic Poseidon fountain and the Konstmuseet, one of the many fine museums around the city. Or hop on a boat for a blissful cruise along the Gota River.

    If time permits visit Gothenburg Botanical Garden One of Europe’s finest featuring 20,000 species of plants, flowers, and trees

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    Day 09: Gotheburg - Archipelago - Outdoors and Canoeing ( Optional )

    Head out toGothenburgsArchipelago region A paddling paradise, Sweden’s western archipelago, off the Bohuslan coast is a spectacular seascape environment of 8,000 islands, islets and rocks. This Big Outdoors tour gives you a taste of city life and outdoor fun with kayaking, canoeing, paddling and fishing options all around the beautiful waters of western Sweden.
    Explore the breathtaking wilds of Sweden’s western coast Paddle into a paradise of islands, islets & nature reserves Experience Sweden’s big outdoors on foot, by canoe, bykayak - past oyster farms, dream-like fishing villages, meadows, caves & nature reserves – you may even see some seals!

    Paddling is a great way to get around in Sweden! Paddle through Stockholm and Gothenburg, and then into the breathtaking wilds of the western coast and its archipelagos, nature reserves, sheltered waters and peaceful islets.
    ( Paddling trip is optional )
    Join a spectacular kayak tour in the archipelago of Lysekil. There are tours for beginners and more experienced paddlers and safety always comes first. Set off for the Korn islands past blue shell and oyster ‘farms’, the only way to reach Korn is by kayak. If you’re lucky you may see some seals.

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    Day 10: Gothenburg Stockholm by Train/Coach

    On to Stockholm, Sweden’s glittering archipelago capital.
    Drive past majestic lakes, through wood-lined passages, past historic castles and fortresses, and alongside charming Swedish country villages. Travel through Lake Vattern, Sweden’s second largest lake.

    Stockholm a stunning mix of old and new architecture with a vibrant city feel, surrounded by shimmering blue water and an archipelago of around 24,000 islands.
    Have fun squeezing through Sweden’s narrowest alleyway in the Old Town – Gamla Stan, great for shopping too.

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    Day 11: Stockholm Sightseeing

    Meet your Guide to Explore the old town, Gamla Stan, and its glorious labyrinth of cobbled streets, alleyways, faded mustard coloured town houses and handsome meeting squares. See the beauty of the Vasa wooden ship at the Vasa Museum, and stroll through 5 centuries of Swedish history at Skansen the world’s first open-air museum. Visit Drottningholm Palace, a well-preserved royal castle built in the 1600s, and Milles garden Sculpture Park put together by Carl Milles, a daring improviser of creativity and ideas. If time, head to GronaLunds Tivoli amusement park for some fun and magic. You will also visit.
    Vasa Museum Located on the island of Djurgården, the museum displays the only almost fully intact 17th century ship that has ever been salvaged.

    Skansen Open air museum is a favorite both among Stockholmers and visitors passing through, and it’s a perfect family outing. This is the oldest open-air museum in the world and also the Stockholm zoo, with animals native to Scandinavia. Skansen is beautifully located on Royal Djurgården and sports spectacular views over all of Stockholm.This is also a Sweden in miniature. 150 farms and dwellings from different parts of the country were disassembled and transported here. Swedish traditions such as Midsummer, Walpurgis Night and Lucia are celebrated at Skansen.

    DjugardenDjurgården is an island in central Stockholm, Sweden. Djurgården is home to historical buildings and monuments, museums, galleries, the amusement park Gröna

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    Day 12: Stockholm – attractions & sightseeing

    Visit The Royal Palace, Stockholm. Marvel at a 600 room royal residence and cultural/historical treasure sitting atop the Old Town of Stockholm. Old Town (Gamla Stan), Stockholm Explore tight, winding, cobblestone streets, gorgeous leafy squares, Sweden’s narrowest alley at Marten Trotzigs grand, and lots of cafes, bars and shops.

    There after visit Sky View Stockholm Be transported up 130 metres in a glass gondola to the top of the Ericsson Globe, the views from here are amazing, particularly of the city’s glittering archipelago.

    OPTIONAL - RIB & Hot air Balooning Get the Adrenalin Pumping with 2 of the most popular adventure excursions

    In the evening Stop by at an Icebar for a local experience.

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    Day 13: Stockholm - Overnight ship to Helsinki

    Take a relaxing overnight cruise from Stockholm to Helsinki and feast on a vista of archipelago scenery when the sun comes up. Enjoy delicious food, comfortable cabins, and relaxing saunas, and, by the time you arrive in Helsinki you will be rested and raring to explore Finland’s exciting capital departure 1645 hrs.

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    Day 14: Arrival Helsinki

    Transfer to your Hotel .Check in 1400 hrs
    You could spend the afternoon exploring Helsinki or visiting the Suomenlinna Island by Ferry from Market square.

    Get to know Helsinki’s new Design District – there are over 60 home decoration and gift shops, numerous fashion shops & boutiques, lots of jewellery and antique shops, as well as two leading design museums – the Design Museum and the Museum of Finnish Architecture. Tuck in to delicious Finnish cuisine at one of the many restaurants here – based on fresh and natural ingredients, Finnish food is typified by simplicity and purity of taste, with lots of delicious fresh fish including perch, whitefish, salmon, crayfish and Baltic herring.

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    Day 15: Helsinki, attractions & sightseeing

    Have a taste of Finland at the Old Market Hall on Helsinki’s waterfront. The harbour is the heart of the city. Watch the giant ferries glide into port – it is a defining memory and an essential Helsinki experience.
    See the beauty of this stunning Nordic city on a sightseeing tour with live commentary from a knowledgeable guide.
    The city tour takes in the most interesting parts of Helsinki, such as the historical centre with Senate Square, the Presidential Palace, City Hall, the Parliament building, Finlandia Hall and the Opera House.

    Take your pick of bars and clubs in cool downtown Helsinki. The Arctic Icebar is carved out of ice, including tables and bars.

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    Day 16: Depart

    Today Transfer to the Airport for your flight Home .

Activities / Things To Do
Kothiharjun Sauna, Helsinki Get a scrub-down and a massage at this traditional public wood-fired sauna in Kallio, it dates back to 1928.
Sibelius Park, Helsinki See the organ-like cluster of steep pipes, a fine steel monument dedicated to the great Finnish composer.
Tuomiokirkko, Helsinki This chalk-white neoclassical Lutheran cathedral presides over the Senaatintori area of Helsinki.
Kothiharjun Sauna, Helsinki Get a scrub-down and a massage at this traditional public wood-fired sauna in Kallio, it dates back to 1928.
Drottningholm Court Theatre, Stockholm Watch a play at one of Europe’s finest 18th century theatres, the adjoining Drottningholm Palace is a spectacular UNESCO preserved 17th century royal palace.
ABBA The Museum, Stockholm. Strut your stuff on the dance floor at the ABBA Museum on the island of Djurgarden, here the ABBA legend lives on.
Ferry around the archipelago and take in an activity Take the local skargarden ferry and explore the Stockholm archipelago, the largest in Sweden. You can hike, fish, sea kayak and even ice yacht in the.
City Hall Tower Experience Copenhagen from a new angle and get a taste of the city’s history with a guided tour to the City Hall Tower.
The Little Mermaid, Copenhagen A beautiful bonze and granite fairy tale sculpture sitting at Langelingje Pier, Copehagen, she was a gift from a Danish brewer 100 years ago.
Sail in a Viking longboat Visit Roskilde, near Copenhagen, an ancient city of kings and Vikings. See five Viking ships in the Viking ship Museum and go sailing in the fjord on a Viking longboat.
The Bygdoy museums at Oslo Take a short bus from Oslo’s city centre to Bygdoy where you’ll find huge villas, a royal estate and a number of the country’s most important museums including the Viking Ship Museum, the Kon-Tiki museum, the Fram Museum, the Norwegian Maritime Museum, and the Norwegian Museum of Cultural History.
Vigelandsparken Sculpture park, Oslo This 80-acre sculpture park in western Oslo features 212 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland.
Holmenkollen Ski Jump, Oslo Have fun at this new state-of-the-art ski jump that features the world’s oldest Ski Museum and an observation deck with panoramic views of the city.
Viking Ship Museum, Oslo See the world’s two best-preserved Viking ships from the 9th century here, as well as Viking tools, sledges, a horse-cart and wood carvings.
Fram Museum, Oslo Go on board the world’s most famous polar ship here, the Fram, and see how Norway’s polar explorers lived and survived in the coldest places on earth over 100 years ago.
Cost Include: Cost Exclude:
3nts Hilton / Grand Magarath similar 5* in Amsterdam. Items not specified
2nts Radisson Blu / similar Bergen. Lunch / Dinner.
2nts Thief / similar 5* Oslo. Service tax if paid locally.
2nts Radisson Blu / similar 4* in Gothenburg.
2nts Sheraton / similar 5* Stockholm.
1night Cruise Stiockholm – Helsinki.
2nts Hilton / similar 5* Helsinki .
Private arrival / departure Transfers all cities.
Private Guided sightseeing as indicated (in Bergen walking tour).
Entrance charges as applicable.
2nd Class Train Bergen – Oslo – Gothenburg.

Note: Coach / guide is not at disposal Half day sighteeing is 3 – 4 hrs & Full day 7 hrs

Weather

Scandinavia is glorious during the warm summer months – enjoy boat trips around archipelagos, cruises, and hikes through the Norwegian fjords, festivals galore in Denmark, and summer lakeside cottage havens in Finland. The summer sun doesn’t set in Scandinavian Lapland so head outside for a feast of forests, lakes, rivers, and outdoor fun. It’s a different place in the winter - hop on a sleigh to see the Northern Lights, ski-in Lapland from February to May, meet Santa in Finland at Xmas-time, and head-off for cultural city-breaks in Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen & Helsinki all year-round.