Welcome to the Scandinavian Capitals and Russia! This comprehensive tour features a combination of the most spectacular Fjords in Norway, the colorful Scandinavian capitals, and magnificent historic St. Petersburg. Travel by private motor coach, overnight cruises on DFDS Seaways through the Oslo Fjord, and the luxurious Silja Line across the Baltic Sea. In “Wonderful Copenhagen", visit the Little Mermaid and Tivoli. Continue to the Nordic capital of Oslo, and the Hanseatic city of Bergen. Cruise from Gudvangen through the narrow Nærøy and Aurlandsfjord into the mighty Sogne Fjord, longest and deepest fjord in the world. Via the Gaular Mountains to the Briksdal Glacier and the dramatic Geiranger Fjord, passing snow-capped mountains, tiny fjord villages nestled along the shores, and famous waterfalls such as the "Seven Sisters" and the "Bridal Veil". From fjord country to the charming Swedish Countryside en route to Stockholm, the" Venice of the North”. Cruise on the luxurious Silja Line across the Baltic Sea to Helsinki, the "Daughter of the Baltic". Cross over the Russian border to visit St. Petersburg, home of the Tsars. Visit Peterhof, St. Isaac's Cathedral, and the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum.
Your Itinerary
Day 1:
Day 1 ARRIVE COPENHAGEN (D)
Arrive Copenhagen Airport. Transfer to hotel in connection with individual flight arrivals. Dinner and overnight at the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.
(D)
Day 2:
Day 2 COPENHAGEN (B, D)
After breakfast, the day starts with a 3-hour guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg Palace, the old harbor of Nyhavn, and the famous Little Mermaid. Afternoon free for exploring this fairytale city. In the evening transfer and enjoy dinner at the Tivoli Gardens. Overnight at the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.
(B) (D)
Day 3:
Day 3 COPENHAGEN – OSLO (B, D)
Breakfast at your hotel. Morning free in Copenhagen. Perhaps visit the Carlsberg Glyptothek or the popular pedestrian shopping street - Strøget. Your tour escort will be happy to assist you with sightseeing options. Afternoon transfer by coach from hotel to the pier for your overnight cruise to Oslo onboard the fabulous DFDS Seaways ship. Enjoy the Scandinavian smorgasbord dinner and entertainment. Overnight in your comfortable seaside cabin on board the fabulous DFDS Seaways ship.
(B) (D)
Day 4:
Day 4 OSLO (B, D)
Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast as you cruise into the Oslo Fjord. Early morning arrival in Oslo, followed by 3-hour guided tour of the Norwegian capital. Visits include the world-famous Viking Ships, the Polar exploration ship Fram, and the impressive Vigeland Sculpture Park. Afternoon excursion to Holmenkollen Ski Jump for spectacular views over the city and Oslo Fjord. Dinner and overnight at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel, ideally located in the city center, near Karl Johan Boulevard and the Royal Palace.
(B) (D)
Day 5:
Day 5 OSLO (B, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure. Perhaps visit the bustling Aker Brygge Harbor, the Akershus Fortress overlooking the Oslo Fjord, and other popular attractions are all within walking distance of your hotel. Your tour escort will assist you in planning your day. Dinner and overnight at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.
(B) (D)
Day 6:
Day 6 OSLO – BERGEN (B, L, D)
After breakfast departure from Oslo. Drive through the Hallingdal Valley to the mountain resort of Geilo. Lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. Continue across the wild Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau, with stop at Fossli to view the famous Vøringsfoss Waterfall. Descend to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord surrounded by many fruit orchards. Short ferry crossing, before continuing via Voss and Dale to Bergen, capital of Fjord Norway. Dinner and overnight at Clarion Hotel Admiral.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 7:
Day 7 BERGEN (B, D)
Breakfast at your hotel. Enjoy a 3-hour guided tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish & Flower Market, the ancient Maria Church, Hanseatic Quarter, old Bryggen Harbor and other famous sights. Ride on the funicular Fløybanen railway to Mt. Fløyen for breathtaking views of the city, fjord and archipelago. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Clarion Hotel Admiral.
(B) (D)
Day 8:
Day 8 BERGEN – BALESTRAND (B, L, D)
Breakfast at your hotel. The day starts with a scenic tour along the idyllic Hardanger Fjord, before descending the Stalheim Canyon Road overlooking the Nærøy Valley. Lunch and afternoon 2-hour cruise from Gudvangen to Balestrand. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of the narrow Nærøy Fjord, followed by the majestic mountain slopes of the Sogne Fjord, also known as the King of the Fjords. Dinner and overnight at the historic Kvikne’s Hotel, dating back to 1850, and beautifully nestled on the shore of the Sogne Fjord.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 9:
Day 9 BALESTRAND – GEIRANGER (B, L, D)
Breakfast at your hotel. Ascend the Gaular Mountain Road, continue along the shores of Lake Jølster to view the Jostedal Glacier where lunch is served. Descend to the beautiful Nord Fjord. Continue with a cruise on the majestic Geiranger Fjord passing the Seven Sisters and Bridal Veil Waterfalls. Disembark in the picturesque village of Geiranger. Dinner and overnight at the famous Union Hotel.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 10:
Day 10 GEIRANGER – OSLO (B, L, D)
Breakfast at your hotel. Today we cross the steep Grotli Mountains to Lom, following along the shores of Lake Vågå. Continue through the picturesque Gudbrandsdal Valley, renowned for its old farmsteads and beautiful river, to the Olympic town of Lillehammer. After lunch, time to visit the Olympic Park. Continue alongside Lake Mjøsa, to arrive back in Oslo during the early evening. Dinner and overnight at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 11:
Day 11 OSLO – STOCKHOLM (B, L, D)
After breakfast departure from Oslo. Continue across the Swedish border, through the charming province of Vãrmland to Lake Vänern to Karlstad. After lunch, continue through the colorful Swedish countryside passing forests, sparkling lakes and quaint villages. Early evening arrival in Stockholm, built on 14 islands, often called the Venice of the North. Dinner and overnight at Hilton Stockholm Slussen, located in the city center in the heart of the main shopping district.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 12:
Day 12 STOCKHOLM (B, D)
After breakfast, proceed with a 4-hour guided city tour. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre. Highlight of the tour is a visit to the City Hall, with its famous Blue and Golden Halls, home of the Noble Prize banquet. Take a stroll through the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets. Afternoon at leisure. Perhaps visit the famous Wasa Museum or cruise the canal or through the scenic archipelago surrounding Stockholm. Dinner and overnight at Hilton Stockholm Slussen.
(B) (D)
Day 13:
Day 13 STOCKHOLM – HELSINKI (B, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning at leisure. Afternoon transfer to the pier, for embarkation on the fabulous Silja Line ship. Enjoy the luxury onboard while cruising through the archipelago, past numerous islands and out to the Baltic Sea. Enjoy dinner and overnight in your comfortable seaside cabin on board the luxurious Silja Line ship.
(B) (D)
Day 14:
Day 14 HELSINKI (B, D)
Enjoy your buffet breakfast while sailing across the Baltic Sea to Helsinki. Proceed directly on a 3-hour guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Hilton Helsinki Strand.
(B) (D)
Day 15:
Day 15 HELSINKI - ST. PETERSBURG (B, L, D)
Early morning transfer from the hotel for your departure on Finnish train ’Sibelius’ for St. Petersburg. Lunch box on train. Afternoon arrival in St. Petersburg, coach transfer to hotel followed by 3-hour guided tour of St. Petersburg. Sights include the Admiralty, Palace Square, Smolny Convent and St. Isaac's Cathedral. Dinner and overnight at the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 16:
Day 16 ST. PETERSBURG (B, L, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a 3 hour visit to the world famous Hermitage Art Museum and staterooms of the Winter Palace. Afternoon coach excursion starting with lunch in restaurant at Peterhof, followed by a visit to Peterhof Grand Palace, summer residence of all the Russian Tsars. Dinner at a typical Russian restaurant. Overnight at the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 17:
Day 17 ST. PETERSBURG (B, L, D)
Breakfast at your hotel. Morning guided visit to the Peter and Paul Fortress, burial place of the Russian Tsars. Lunch in a Russian restaurant. Afternoon at leisure for exploring St. Petersburg. This evening enjoy a Russian folklore performance at Grand Duke Nicholas Palace. After the show, dinner will be served at the Palace. Overnight at the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel .
(B) (L) (D)
Day 18:
Day 18 ST. PETERSBURG (B)
After breakfast, transfer to the St. Petersburg Aitport in connection with your flight home.
(B)
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Included:
15 nights hotel accommodations
1 night DFDS Seaways Cruise, outside 2-berth cabin
1 night Silja Line Cruise, seaside 2-berth cabin
Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily
7 x Luncheons (1 box lunch on train)
17 x Dinners
Cruise on Nærøy & Sogne Fjord, 2 hrs
Cruise on Geiranger Fjord, 1 hour
Sightseeing/shore excursions with guide, as per itinerary
First class motor coach transportation
Train Helsinki - St. Petersburg
Peter & Paul Fortress
Hermitage Art Museum
Russian Folklore Show
Tour escort throughout
Luggage handling (1piece per person)
Transfers airport/hotel first & last days
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