Scandinavia

Scandinavia

Scandinavia is full of stunning scenery, long summer days, enchanting folk tales and mythical wild life. Explore it the easy way with this two week journey through the capital cities of Stockholm, Oslo and Copenhagen, and some of the lesser known gems. Be spellbound by spectacular fjords and glaciers and enjoy a drive through the world's longest road tunnel! Make sure you pack your camera and all its gadgets, this is one slide show all your friends will want to sit through twice! Why not start your adventure in Latvia with our Russia and Scandinavia (Start in Riga) tour?

Length: 11 days
Accommodations: n/a
Meals: Dinner, Breakfast
as per itinerary
Sightseeing: Sweden, Norway, Denmark
Transportation: Coach, Ferry

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  1. Day Icon-day1 Depart for Europe

    Jet off to the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe!

  2. Day Icon-day2 Stockholm

    After checking-in to your hotel, begin your exploration of Stockholm or just chill out and relax. This evening, meet your Tour Manager and get to know your fellow travellers over dinner. (D)

  3. Day Icon-day3 Stockholm

    Wander the narrow streets of Gamla Stan (the old town), see the changing of the guards at the Royal Palace and why not take the opportunity to visit the Vasa museum? (B)

  4. Day Icon-day4 Stockholm to Elverum

    Today we begin our Norwegian adventure. We cross the border from Sweden and make our way towards Elverum. En-route, we pass by Lake Vanern, Sweden's largest inland sea. (B,D)

  5. Day Icon-day5 Elverum to Stryn

    A big day of scenery and sights today. First, we stop in the Olympic town of Lillehammer with its perfect lakeside location and hilltop ski jump. Then onto Lom, a small town well known for its stave church and finally to Geiranger. Why not take a cruise on the Geiranger Fjord, the second largest in Norway? (B,D)

  6. Day Icon-day6 Stryn to Voss

    Another memorable scenery day with stops in Skei, Sognefjord (largest fjord in Norway) and Flam before arriving at our destination, Voss. Why not make the most of the amazing photo opportunities with a ride on the famous Flam railway? (B,D)

  7. Day Icon-day7 Voss

    A free day to explore this beautiful region. Relax and enjoy the scenery, explore Voss town centre, or take the chance to do adventure activities such as white water rafting. (B)

  8. Day Icon-day8 Voss to Oslo

    A day of rugged scenery as we travel through the Telemark region and across the Hardangervidda to the capital of Norway, Oslo. (B)

  9. Day Icon-day9 Oslo to Copenhagen

    Free time in Oslo today before boarding our overnight ferry to Denmark. Seek out Edvard Munch's most famous painting, The Scream, visit the Kon-Tiki museum or stroll along the pedestrian mall with the locals. (B)

  10. Day Icon-day10 Copenhagen

    After our sightseeing tour this morning, time to explore this cosmopolitan capital. Everything from Lego to the Little Mermaid to majestic palaces can be found in Copenhagen. Maybe even spot a member of the Royal family browsing the stores in the city centre! (B,D)

  11. Day Icon-day11 Depart Copenhagen

    Time to swap addresses and say farewell to your new-found friends as your tour ends after breakfast. (B)

Highlights

All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!

Included
  • Stockholm: See Gamla Stan (the old town) and the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace
  • Elverum: Scenic drive through unspoilt forests and lakes, known for bears, moose and wolves; Stay in this beautiful riverside town
  • Lillehammer: Visit the 1994 Winter Olympics town and see the ski jump.
  • Lom: See one of the few remaining medieval stave churches in Norway
  • Geiranger: See the stunning Geiranger Fjord.; Photo stop at the most scenic spot in Scandinavia.
  • Skei: See the incredible Boyabreen glacier
  • Sognefjord: See the longest and most spectacular fjord in Norway.
  • Laerdal: Drive through the world's longest road tunnel - an engineering marvel.
  • Flam: Scenic drive along the Aurlandsfjord.
  • Voss: Explore the natural surroundings which make the town famous for extreme sports
  • Hardangervidda: Scenic drive through the Telemark region, famous as the area in World War II for the destruction of the heavy water plant.; Visit Europe's largest mountain plateau, home to the Telemark Ski.
  • Oslo: Visit Frogner Park to see the Vigeland sculptures; See the Holmenkollen ski jump; See the City Hall and Parliament
  • Copenhagen: See the Little Mermaid, the Resistance Museum and the Royal Palace
Accommodations
  • 8 nights in superior tourist class hotels and 1 overnight ferry
  • 9 Continental breakfasts (B) & 5 three-course dinners (D) – as per itinerary
Contiki Difference
  • Experienced, professional Tour Manager and Driver
  • Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
  • Free Contiki Travellers Guide
  • Free Contiki document wallet
  • Overnight ferry as per itinerary

Optional Excursions

Stockholm

Stockholm Dinner (325.00 Swedish Krone)
Join your travel companions and sample a traditional Swedish meal in a funky restaurant in the heart of the city. A tempting array of local specialties awaits.

Geiranger

Geiranger Fjord Cruise (110.00 Norwegian Krone)
Join us on a cruise which travel books say is not to be missed! We cruise along the fjord taking in the magnificence and beauty of waterfalls and age-old mountains. The cruise includes English commentary and is sure to be one of the highlights of your tour.

Flam

Flam Railway (310.00 Norwegian Krone)
This train trip provides some of Norway's wildest and most magnificent scenery - taking in rivers that cut through deep ravines, amazing waterfalls and snow-capped mountains while travelling on one of the world's steepest railways.

Oslo

Holmenkollen Ski Jump (60.00 Norwegian Krone)
Take advantage of the group entrance rate and climb the ski tower of the highest ski jump in the world. The first ski jump on this site was built in 1892 and was made famous in the 1952 Winter Olympic Games. The price includes entry into the ski museum which explains the history of skiing - a sport that was invented in Norway!

Copenhagen

Carlsberg Brewery (45.00 Danish Krone)
Your chance to taste Denmark's most famous beer at the brewery where it's made. The Jacobsen Brewhouse is an exhibition of beer culture and classic brewing skills comprising interactive displays, special effects, stables with famous Jutland horses and the world's largest collection of bottles. At the end of the visit enjoy your included beer in the bar with panoramic views of the shining copper beer kettles where Carlsberg's special beers are brewed.

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