Experience a Nordic world of fjords, castles, glaciers, and the legacy of the Vikings on this comprehensive Scandinavia tour. Travel by train, ferry, and coach through Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. Traverse the Swedish countryside along the Yellow Roads... cruise through Norway's dramatic fjords... hike to the foot of a glacier... visit a traditional wooden stave church... ride the Flåmsbana, one of the world's steepest railway lines... tour Danish castles and palaces... have fun at Tivoli Gardens. Discover the capitals of Stockholm, Copenhagen, and Oslo; see the Danish Crown Jewels, royal Viking ships, a well-preserved medieval port, and the warship Vasa, rescued after more than 300 years on the bottom of Stockholm harbor. Our two-week Scandinavia tour has it all!

Day 1 Arrive in Stockholm
Meals D
Your Scandinavia tour begins at 6:00 PM at the Sheraton Stockholm Hotel. A transfer is included from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to the Sheraton Stockholm Hotel in the heart of this historic city. Meet your traveling companions at this evening's welcome reception and dinner.

Lodging Sheraton Stockholm Hotel

Day 2 Discover Stockholm and the Vasa Museum
Meals B
Begin your discovery of Sweden's capital with sightseeing including a guided visit to the impressive City Hall, where Nobel Prize festivities take place. Tour the Vasa Museum, featuring the impressive Vasa, an ornate royal warship that sank in Stockholm's harbor following its launch in 1628 and was raised in 1961. In your free afternoon, perhaps take a canal tour, or walk through the cobbled streets of medieval Gamla Stan, or Old Town.

Lodging Sheraton Stockholm Hotel

Day 3 Across the countryside to Toftaholm
Meals B, L, D
Your Scandinavia tour takes you along the Yellow Roads through the Swedish countryside today, past idyllic meadows, forests, and lakes. Arrive in lovely Toftaholm, where your lodging is a lakeside family-run hotel that gets you away from it all; enjoy dinner at the hotel tonight.

Lodging Toftaholm Herrgard Hotel

Day 4 From Sweden to Denmark
Meals B, L, D
Depart Toftaholm to visit Sofiero Slott, a majestic castle built in 1865. Continue your Scandinavia tour after lunch with a drive across the Oresund Bridge/Tunnel from Sweden to Copenhagen, Denmark. Your hotel overlooks the Danish capital's historic harbor; dine this evening at your hotel.

Lodging Copenhagen Marriott Hotel

Day 5 Wonderful, wonderful Copenhagen
Meals B
Start your exploration of Copenhagen with a visit to Rosenborg Palace, built in Dutch Renaissance style, to see the Danish Crown Jewels. The afternoon and evening are free to explore the historic Nyhavn area and stroll along the Stroget, Copenhagen's main street, enjoying lunch and dinner on your own. We've included admission to Copenhagen's famous Tivoli Gardens amusement park, which you can visit at your leisure this evening.

Lodging Copenhagen Marriott Hotel

Day 6 Visit an island castle and the Danish Riviera
Meals B, L, D
Journey to North Sealand, a region of villages, palaces, lakes, and forests. Visit 17th-century Frederiksborg Castle, built in Danish Renaissance style on three islands in a small lake. Savor local fare at a rustic country inn for lunch and drive the Yellow Roads along the "Danish Riviera" back to Copenhagen. Pay a poignant visit to the Museum of Danish Resistance 1940-1945, before boarding the overnight ferry to Norway. Your accommodations are in Commodore Class. Note: Triples aboard DFDS ships from Copenhagen to Oslo will be accommodated in one double and one single cabin.

Lodging DFDS Seaways

Day 7 Oslo, sculptures & Viking ships
Meals B, L
Enjoy awe-inspiring scenery as you cruise up Oslo Fjord. Upon arrival in Norway's capital, a guided city tour with your local guide includes the Viking Ship Museum, featuring three well-preserved Viking ships dating to 800 AD, found in royal burial mounds with fascinating artifacts. Take in the Vigeland Sculpture Park, with its 212 life-sized sculptures by famed Norwegian sculptor Gustav Vigeland, who devoted his career to the project. Overnight in the heart of Oslo at the landmark Hotel Continental.

Lodging Hotel Continental

Day 8 The Norwegian countryside and the amazing Flåm Railway
Meals B, L, D
Depart Oslo and venture into Norway's beautiful countryside today; enjoy lunch in Gol before embarking on a journey on the Norwegian Railway System to Myrdal, for the spectacular descent to Flåm aboard the Flåmsbana (the Flåm Railway). A masterpiece of Norwegian engineering, the Flåmsbana is one of the world’s steepest railway lines on normal gauge; you'll descend some 2,600 feet through the mountains, past waterfalls, rivers, ravines and sheer cliffs – it's quite a memorable journey! Enjoy a beer tasting and regional cuisine tonight at your countryside hotel in Flåm.

Lodging Flamsbrygga Hotell, Furukroa

Day 9 A traditional stave church and a cruise on the fjords
Meals B, L, D
Continue your Scandinavia tour with a guided visit to the Borgund Stave Church in Laerdal – one of the country's finest, best-preserved examples of a traditional and iconic Norwegian wooden stave church, it looks very much as it did when built over 800 years ago! Then travel to Gudvangen for a ferry cruise along the Naeroyfjord, one of Norway's narrowest fjords. Enjoy a barbecue dinner during the first night of your three-night stay at the Hotel Alexandra, a mountainside family-run resort set amidst the stunning Nordfjord.

Lodging Hotel Alexandra

Day 10 Learning all about glaciers at Briksdal
Meals B, L, D
Travel today to one of Norway’s most inspirational natural wonders – Briksdal Glacier, set at the end of one of the Nordfjord's three branches. Meltwater from the glacier has created three emerald-green lakes in the valley; a ride on a "Troll Car" past thundering waterfalls and a short hike to the foot of the glacier lead to views of absolutely stunning scenery – it's a Scandinavia tour highlight! Dig into a family-style lunch, then return to your resort to take advantage of its many amenities or explore Loen as you please, enjoy a lecture and dine at the hotel.

Lodging Hotel Alexandra

Day 11 Dalsnibba and a Geirangerfjord cruise
Meals B, L, D
As your Scandinavia tour continues, drive to Dalsnibba (weather permitting), the region's highest point reached by road, for delightful views of towering cliffs and waterfalls. Then take a cruise from Geiranger to Hellesylt on Geirangerfjord, one of the longest, deepest, and most scenic fjords in the world. It was recently designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site; you'll see the sheer, crystalline rock walls rising 4,500 feet from the water, with waterfalls cascading over the edge. Enjoy lunch today at the Hotel Union Oye, a favorite retreat among the elite for decades. Spend the evening as you please, and have dinner at the Hotel Alexandra tonight.

Lodging Hotel Alexandra

Day 12 Bergen's historic wharf
Meals B, L
Journey south past more photo-worthy fjords – and aboard a ferry from Lavik to Oppedal – en route to the city of Bergen, located on the Byfjord, famed for its ancient harbor and open-air fish market. Your hotel is set close to Bryggen, the city's old wharf district, featuring traditional wooden buildings and a medieval atmosphere. Founded in 1070 during the days of the Hanseatic League, it is one of the oldest large trading ports in Northern Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lodging Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bryggen

Day 13 Troldhaugen, Edvard Grieg's musical inspiration
Meals B, D
After learning about Bergen's centuries-old maritime legacy on a guided city tour, embark on an excursion with your local guide to Troldhaugen, former home of Edvard Grieg; Norway's foremost composer is perhaps best known for his musical score for the play Peer Gynt. Return to Bergen to spend the afternoon at your leisure. Share your favorite Scandinavia tour experiences at tonight's farewell reception and banquet dinner.

Lodging Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bryggen

Day 14 Homeward bound
Meals B
Your Scandinavia tour ends in Bergen, Norway. Fly home anytime. A transfer from Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bryggen to Bergen Airport Flesland is included. Please allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in procedures.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Nights 1 - 2 : Sheraton Stockholm Hotel - Stockholm, Sweden
The Sheraton Stockholm Hotel is located right in the heart of Stockholm's central business district, close to the City Hall (where the annual Nobel Prize ceremony is held), shopping areas, and the Royal Palace. Enjoy a romantic walk at sunset through the cobblestone alleys and picturesque squares in the Old Town, located just opposite the hotel. Recently renovated, you'll enjoy the warm colors and distinctive Scandinavian design of the guest rooms where sleep is a pleasure in the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper (SM) Bed, with its plush mattress, soft duvet, and crisp white cotton sheets. With wired and wireless high-speed Internet access in all rooms, it is easy to stay connected to friends and family while away from home. Next to the bar you'll find the Sheraton Link experienced with Microsoft – a perfect spot to check e-mails or catch up on what to see and do in Stockholm. For food and dining, there's the Threesixty bar and restaurant, providing an international ambiance and dynamic menus.

Night 3 : Toftaholm Herrgard Hotel - Toftaholm, Sweden
Dating from the 14th century, this sensitively restored manor house hotel enjoys a tranquil setting on the shores of Lake Vidöstern in the heart of southern Sweden’s lovely Småland countryside. Each of the 45 charming guest rooms is unique in décor. Its fine dining rooms offer intriguing menus with a focus on Swedish culinary traditions. Opportunities to enjoy the beauty of nature in this part of Sweden abound.

Nights 4 - 5 : Copenhagen Marriott Hotel - Copenhagen, Denmark
Looking out over the quaint harbor of Denmark's historic capital city, the modern Copenhagen Marriott Hotel offers guests spacious accommodations in the heart of this exciting city. Each gracious guest room features luxury Marriott bedding with down comforters and rich linens; broadband Internet and voice mail; a Philips 32" flat-panel LCD TV with 30-watt sound system and greater channel selection; hair dryer, mini bar, iron / ironing board, safe, in-room movies, and room service is available. The Midtown Grill specializes in great steaks and the freshest seafood, while the seasonal Waterfront Terrace is a perfect spot for casual al fresco dining on the water during the warmer months.

Night 6 : DFDS Seaways - Sailing the Skagerrak
Sailing the Skagerrak Note: Triples aboard the DFDS ferry from Copenhagen to Oslo will be accommodated in 1 twin cabin and 1 single cabin.

Night 7 : Hotel Continental - Oslo, Norway
A family enterprise for four generations, the Hotel Continental provides a unique experience based on more than a hundred years of tradition and expertise in an ideal location in the center of Norway's capital city. The Hotel Continental is not just located in the heart of Oslo; in many ways, it is the heart of this vibrant, historic city – and has been since it opened in 1900. Adjacent to the National Theatre, the hotel offers uniquely furnished guest rooms across several styles from classic to contemporary; no two are identical. Each features a host of amenities including a broadband Internet connection.

Night 8 : Flamsbrygga Hotell, Furukroa - Flåm, Norway
Opened in 2008, the Flåmsbrygga Hotel combines the natural elements of Norwegian pine, driftwood, natural stone and glass to create a striking modern design that blends seamlessly with the stunning beauty of its fjordland setting in Flåm – beckoning guests to experience the tranquility of Fjord Norway at its most magnificent. Offering remarkable views of the Aurlandsfjord and the surrounding mountains through large windows and glass doors as well as from a private balcony – and inviting relaxation in the warm glow of pine walls – each comfortable, well-appointed guest room features satellite TV, wireless Internet, coffeemaker and more. Local and international cuisine is offered at the Flåmstova Restaurant and the Furukroa Café, while the distinctive AEgir Brewery and brewpub blend local traditions and materials with Norse mythology to create a unique setting in which to enjoy perfectly matched handcrafted beers and traditional Norwegian specialties.

Nights 9 - 11 : Hotel Alexandra - Loen, Norway
Enjoying a lovely location in the Inner Nordfjord, the Hotel Alexandra has been artfully managed since 1884 by five generations of the Loen family, each of whom have taken care to preserve the hotel’s intimate atmosphere. Dining is a special treat at the Hotel Alexandra, where Norwegian culinary traditions are entwined with international touches in a choice of restaurants. Leisure facilities include a unique indoor / outdoor swimming pool with a large waterslide, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzi and a spa offering relaxing, rejuvenating treatments. The Hotel Alexandria is a proud member of The Prominent Hotels of the Fjords.

Nights 12 - 13 : Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bryggen - Bergen, Norway
Ideally located on the waterfront in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bryggen, the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Bryggen artfully blends modern comfort and authentic architectural details very much in keeping with its historic surroundings. Comfortable, contemporary guest rooms welcome with a minibar, trouser press, telephone with voice mail, satellite TV, complimentary wireless Internet access and more. The Health and Fitness Centre is the perfect place to keep up with your workout routine or relax in a regular or steam sauna. Part restaurant and half concert venue, the Madam Felle restaurant offers casual dining and live music with al fresco dining available on the Bryggen waterfront during the summer months and “take-away” service for pizza, burgers, ribs, and great desserts. Hotel guests receive free admission to the Bryggen Piano Bar and Night Club adjacent to Madam Felle until midnight.

INCLUDED
Tour prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All hotel accommodations, motor coach transportation, the overnight cruise from Copenhagen to Oslo, the train ride from Geilo to Flåm, cruises through several fjords, entertainment, special dinners, sightseeing, admissions, porterage and the services of the local guides, drivers and the Tour Director are included. You will be provided with a transfer voucher for a taxi ride with Taxi Stockholm from the Stockholm-Arlanda Airport to the Sheraton Stockholm Hotel. This voucher will be included in the documents that we will send you upon receipt of your final payment. If you are arriving into a local train station please retain a receipt for your transfer and submit it to your Tour Director for reimbursement. At the end of the tour, we will also provide you with transportation from the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Bryggen in Bergen to the Bergen Airport or to a local train station when you check out of the hotel. Transportation to and from airports and train stations may be shared with other guests.

Hotel and Ship Accommodations – The tour price includes all hotel accommodations with private baths. Our standard is to provide the best available accommodations without sacrificing value. Although the quality may differ slightly from one hotel to another, our commitment to your comfort is unwavering. Two-bedded rooms are reserved in most hotels. Triples are usually two-bedded rooms plus a rollaway cot and are not recommended for comfort.

We have secured Commodore Cabins on DFDS Scandinavia Seaways (m.s. Crown of Scandinavia- Deck 7 & 9 and m.s. Pearl of Scandinavia- Deck 10). The Commodore Cabins are spacious 25-square meter outside cabins with double beds that cannot be separated. There are no triple cabins in the Commodore Class, only cabins with one double bed. For triple accommodations, two cabins will be used. The Commodore Class Cabins are equipped with air-conditioning, shower, toilet, a mini-bar, fruit basket, toiletries, and steward services on arrival and departure.

Meals – Most meals are included as specified in the itinerary.

Tour Director – Scandinavia is conducted by a Tour Director who remains with the group throughout the tour. Your Tour Director is a professional, fully trained employee.

Gratuities Included – All customary gratuities for hotel and restaurant staff and local guides are included.

No Options Sold – Your Tour Director will assist you with information on free-time activities based on honest opinion and guidance but will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed and pleasant experience for you.

NOT INCLUDED
Transportation to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included. Airfare may be purchased from us for travel originating in the United States.

Hotel Rooms Before and After Tours – To avoid jet lag and possible flight delays, you may wish to make hotel arrangements for the nights preceding or following your tour. As a service, we will book additional nights for you on a space-available basis using special rates only available through us. Hotel room charges will be added to the tour cost. Airport and train station transfers are included for these bookings as described above in Inclusive Prices. If you wish to spend additional nights, please discuss it with your reservations sales consultant or travel agent when you book your tour.

Luggage Responsibility – Although every effort is made to handle your luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Please refer to the Tour Operators Travel Protection that will be offered at time of booking for more information.

Lost luggage is an unfortunate possibility in today's world of airline travel. We suggest that you:

Pack at least one change of clothing in your carry-on bag
Split your items between your suitcase and a traveling companion's suitcase
Do not pack any vital medications or valuables in your checked luggage
Confirm that your luggage is checked and tagged to your final destination at airport check-in
Place your luggage claim tags in a secure place for your flight
File a claim for any missing luggage immediately before leaving the baggage claim area
Secure a case number and contact information for follow-up communications
Make certain that the airline has your onward itinerary Your Tour Director will assist you with airline and other carrier communications, but has no inside contacts to guarantee or expedite recovery of lost luggage. All recovery costs, including the communication costs, are your responsibility. Check your travel protection details for covered expenses.

Personal Expenses such as phone calls, room service, alcoholic and other beverages not specifically included, laundry, dry cleaning, airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual train and airport transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included and may be significant.

Tour Director Gratuities - The customary gratuities for the Tour Director and local drivers are not included. We ask that gratuities be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group.

PRICES
From approx $4,890 US per person double occupancy