All of Scandinavia. - 11 days
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Day 1
Arrive into Helsinki
Welcome to Helsinki - the capital and largest city of Finland. It is in the southern part of Finland, on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, by the Baltic Sea. Upon arrival check into the hotel on your own any time after 1500hrs. The rest of the day is free for you to relax and experience the charm of this great city on your own. Overnight at the hotel Sokos Presidentti or similar in Helsinki. (D)  |
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Day 2
Guided City Tour of Helsinki
Overnight Cruise to Stockholm
After breakfast, we check-out of the hotel and proceed on a guided city tour of Helsinki. See the important and interesting parts of Helsinki the historical centre with its Uspenski Cathedral, the Diplomatic Quarters, Senate Square, Presidential Palace, City Hall, Parliament Building, Finlandia Hall and the Opera House. We also take a stop at the Sibelius Monument and Temppeliaukio Church. Later, we proceed to the pier to board the overnight Cruise “Viking Line”. Explore the various facility available on board - cafes, restaurant and shops. Tonight enjoy a wide spread buffet dinner with unlimited juice, tea and coffee. Overnight in the comfort of your cabin on board the Viking Cruise. (B, CD) |
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Day 3
Guided City Tour of Stockholm with
a Visit to the Vasa Museum and Royal Palace
Enjoy breakfast on board, as your ship sails through the Archipelago of over 24,000 Islands and islets and arrives into Stockholm the city of Senses and the capital of Sweden. Built on 14 Islands, you are never far from the water in Stockholm. After disembarkation, we proceed on a guided city tour of Stockholm. See the City Hall, Opera House and Alfred Nobel’s House. Also visit the famous Vasa Museum - Sweden's most visited museum enshrining the warship Vasa, sunk inside Stockholm harbour while on her maiden voyage in 1628. The ship was built to the order of the great Vasa king, Gustavus Adolphus, and was the most powerful war galleon. Later, we visit Royal Palace home of the Swedish royal family. The Palace houses several of the greatest and most interesting sights in Stockholm - the Royal Apartments, the Hall of State and much more. Later, we proceed to Gamla Stan, the Old Town. Gamla Stan is a maze of medieval streets and the original heart of the ancient city of Stockholm and the most historical area. Overnight at hotel Globe or similar in Stockholm. (B, D) |
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Day 4
Onto Karlstad Guided City Tour of
Karlstad
After breakfast, we check-out of the hotel and continue our journey west through the scenic Lake District to Karlstad. Karlstad is built on the river delta where Sweden's longest river, Klarälven, runs into Sweden's largest lake, Vänern. It has the second largest lake port in the country after Västerås. Karlstad is often associated with sunshine and the symbol is a happy sun, known as "Sola i Karlstad" (Sun in Karlstad) for her sunny disposition. On arrival, we take you on a guided city tour of Karlstad. See the famous Karlstad University, Cathedral, City Park and Värmland Museum. Overnight at hotel Scandic Winn or similar in Karlstad. (B, CD) |
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Day 5
Onto Geilo
After breakfast, we check-out of the hotel and drive to Geilo via Oslo. Geilo is the vibrant mountain village, situated between Norway's main cities Oslo and Bergen. Geilo belongs to the municipality of Hol, the highest lying municipality in Hallingdal. Also it is one of Norway's most famous holiday resorts. Upon arrival, we check into our hotel. Evening is free for you to relax and experience the scenic beauty of Geilo. Overnight at hotel Dr Holms or similar in Geilo. (B, CD) |
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Day 6
Onto Flam Cruise on Sogenefjord
After breakfast, we check-out of the hotel and take you to Geilo railways station to board the train to Myrdal which takes you across the Hardanger National park and through the beautiful Hallingdalen Valley. At Myrdal change to the Flam Train which will give you the breathtaking experience of Norway. See the magnificent Kjosfossen Waterfall. Arrive into Flam and proceed to take a leisurely Cruise on one of the Norway's most famous and splendid Fjords, the Sognefjord to Gudvangen. Later, we drive to Bergen. Bergen is located in the county of Hordaland on the southwestern coast of Norway. Its city center is situated among a group of mountains known as "De Syv Fjell" and it is the second largest city in Norway. On arrival, we check into our hotel. Overnight at hotel Scandic City or similar in Bergen . (B, D) |
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Day 7
Guided City Tour of Bergen
After breakfast, begin the guided panoramic city tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled houses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Floien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Evening is free for you to relax and explore the town on your own. Overnight at hotel Scandic City or similar in Bergen. (B, D) |
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Day 8
Onto Oslo
After the breakfast, we check-out of the hotel and take you to Bergen station to board the train to Oslo. Oslo is located at the end of a 100 kilometre long fjord and is surrounded by green hills and a vast forest area. It is the capital and largest city of Norway. Upon arrival check into the hotel and relax. Overnight at hotel Scandic or similar in Oslo. (B, D) |
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Day 9
Guided City Tour of Oslo Overnight
Cruise to Copenhagen
After breakfast, we check-out of the hotel and proceed on a guided city tour of Oslo. See Parliament Square, National Galleries, Karl Johan shopping street, Royal Palace and Akershus Castle, The Norwegian Defence Museum, City Hall and visit Vigeland Park. Later, we visit the Viking Ship Museum. It displays the Viking Age Oseberg ship, Gokstad ship and Tune ship. In the evening we board the overnight Cruise “DFDS Seaways Cruise”. On board explore the various cafes, restaurant and shops. Overnight in the comfort of your cabin on board the DFDS Seaways Cruise. (B, CD) |
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Day 10
Guided City Tour of Copenhagen
Visit Tivoli Garden
Enjoy breakfast on board, later arrive into Copenhagen the capital and largest city of Denmark. It is situated on the Islands of Zealand and Amager. On arrival, we proceed for a guided city tour of Copenhagen which reveals impressive sights such as the Renaissance Stock Exchange, Christiansborg Palace, Amalienborg Palace and Danish Parliament. Also see the 'Little Mermaid' the national symbol of Denmark, the statue inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's sad fairytale. Later, we proceed to visit Tivoli Garden, the famous amusement park and pleasure garden. Overnight at hotel Scandic or similar in Copenhagen. (B, D) |
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Day 11
Return home with wonderful
memories
After breakfast at the hotel, we say 'Good Bye' to Copenhagen as we check out of the hotel. Your 'All of Scandinavia' tour ends. Its time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made. We hope you take back many happy memories of your SOTC Tour. (B) |
What your Tour
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See the
Greatest Cities of Scandinavia
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continental Breakfast Everyday
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Departure Dates
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| Helsinki | COPENHAGEN |
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15 May 10 | 25 May 10 |
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29 May 10 | 08 Jun 10 |
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12 Jun 10 | 22 Jun 10 |
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26 Jun 10 | 06 Jul 10 |
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11 Jul 10 | 21 Jul 10 |
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24 Jul 10 | 03 Aug 10 |
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14 Aug 10 | 24 Aug 10 |
Tour Price
all prices are in US $
| Adult in Twin/Triple | Regular Price | 2899 |
| Offer Price | 2699 | |
| Child no bed sharing twin rm | Regular Price | 2099 |
| Offer Price | 1899 | |
| Sgl Supplement | 900 |
Tour price rate may differ based on departure dates