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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Itinerary

  1. Day Icon-day1 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.

  2. Day Icon-day2 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?

  3. Day Icon-day3 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.

  4. Day Icon-day4 Elverum to Geiranger

    Amazing scenery will captivate you today as you hop, skip, and jump through Lillehammer, Lom, and on to Geiranger. First, the Olympic town of Lillehammer with its perfect lakeside location and hilltop ski jump. Then Lom, a small town well-known for its stave church. And finally on to Geiranger, home of the second largest fjord in Norway.

  5. Day Icon-day5 Geiranger 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?

  6. Day Icon-day6 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.

  7. Day Icon-day7 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.

  8. Day Icon-day8 Oslo to Gothenburg

    Free time in Oslo today before journeying to Gothenburg in Sweden.

  9. Day Icon-day9 Gothenburg to Copenhagen

    Leave behind the cool, student-vibe of Gothenburg and experience the sights and sounds of the Denmark’s cosmopolitan capital on a sightseeing tour.

  10. Day Icon-day10 Depart Copenhagen

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

Tour Map

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
Accomodations
  • 9 nights twin or triple share hotel accommodation
  • 9 Continental breakfasts (B) & 5 three-course dinners (D) – as per itinerary
  • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
  • Please note: Days 1 and 12 have been designed to allow you to start and finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation
Contiki Difference
  • Experienced, professional Tour Manager & Driver
  • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power points for charging
  • Sightseeing tours of all major cities
  • Free Contiki Travellers Guide
  • Free Contiki document wallet

Optional Excursions

Please Note

Europe Optional Excursions (prices vary)
The optional excursions below are a guide of what may be available on this tour in 2009. Complete details will be updated in early 2009.

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.

Voss

White Water Rafting (720.00 Norwegian Krone)
Experience the thrills of white water rafting in the most picturesque setting imaginable! You'll travel through rapids in the company of your tour mates and a highly professional rafting team. Full equipment (including safety helmets and wet suits) is included in the cost. (Subject to weather conditions).

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.