Day 1
Arrive in Copenhagen and make your own way to the hotel (taxi transfers can be prebooked in advance). Discover the city at your own pace. Meet your tour leader at the hotel reception for an informative briefing about your tour. Overnight in Copenhagen at Scandic Copenhagen or similar.
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Day 2
Breakfast in the hotel. A local guide takes you on a panoramic tour of Copenhagen, visiting the historic district of Nyhavn, Amalienborg Palace and Christianborg Palace. In the afternoon, departure to Aarhus by ferry from Odden. Option: Classic Canal Tour from Nyhavn (35 € p.p.). Overnight in Aarhus at Comwell Aarhus City or similar.
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Day 3
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning guided tour of Aarhus, Denmark's second city and European Capital of Culture 2017, with a stop at the Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral. Free time to explore independently. In the afternoon, continue north to Hirtshals to board the overnight cruise to Norway. Dinner and overnight on board.
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Day 4
After early arrival in Stavanger, breakfast at hotel or restaurant. Morning panoramic walk with your tour leader through Stavanger's charming old town. Rest of the day free. Choose one optional activity: Option A – 3-hour Lysefjord cruise (75 € p.p.); Option B – Lysefjord cruise combined with the spectacular Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) hike (130 € p.p.). Note: only one option can be selected. Overnight in Stavanger at Scandic Stavanger City Hotel or similar.
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Day 5
Breakfast in the hotel. Drive to Bergen via ferry from Mortavika to Årsvågen and from Sandvikvåg to Halhjem. Afternoon panoramic tour of Bergen with a local guide, including the famous fish market and the Hanseatic quarter (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Optional ride on the Fløibanen funicular up Mount Fløyen for panoramic views. Overnight in Bergen at Scandic Ørnen or similar.
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Day 6
Breakfast in the hotel. Head to Voss to board the Bergen Railway, ascending nearly 900 metres with spectacular fjord views to Myrdal station. Here, board the famous Flåmsbana – one of the world's steepest railway lines – winding through breathtaking waterfalls, steep mountains and 20 tunnels down to the village of Flåm. Enjoy leisure time in Flåm before cruising the Sognefjord – Norway's longest fjord – to Balestrand. Overnight and dinner in Balestrand/Voss at Kviknes Hotel, Myrkdalen Hotel or similar.
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Day 7
Breakfast in the hotel. Continue through mountains, valleys and breathtaking landscapes by coach and ferry. Stop to visit the Borgund Stave Church, a wooden masterpiece dating back to 1180 AD. Continue past Lake Tyrifjord to Oslo. Overnight in Oslo at Thon Hotel Terminus or similar.
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Day 8
Breakfast in the hotel. Guided tour of Oslo including Frogner Park with the Vigeland sculpture complex, the City Hall, the Royal Palace and the modern Opera House. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, depart for Sweden and arrive in Karlstad, set in the delta of the Klara River and Lake Vänern. Enjoy the hotel's wellness facilities including indoor jacuzzi, traditional sauna with panoramic views and fitness centre. Overnight and light supper in Karlstad at Home Plaza.
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Day 9
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning departure east to Stockholm – the Swedish capital built on 14 islands, surrounded by Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea. On arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour with a local guide through Gamla Stan (the old town), with its cobbled streets and small squares, and see the exteriors of the Royal Palace, Cathedral and Parliament. Overnight in Stockholm at Clarion Sign or similar.
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Day 10
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning free time for optional museum visits and canal cruise in Stockholm. In the afternoon, board the overnight cruise to Helsinki (private transfer can be pre-booked). Overnight on board in B-class inside twin cabin (upgrade to Seaview A class available, 100 € / cabin).
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Day 11
Breakfast on board. Welcome to Finland! Upon arrival, enjoy a 3-hour sightseeing tour of Helsinki, visiting Senate Square, the Kauppatori market square, Tuomio Kirkko cathedral, the rock-carved Temppeliaukio Kirkko and the Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral. Free time to explore Helsinki at leisure. Overnight at Sokos Presidentti or similar.
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Day 12
Breakfast in the hotel. Depart for Tallinn by ferry (private transfers can be pre-booked). Make your own way to the hotel. Afternoon 3-hour walking sightseeing tour of Tallinn's Old Town, visiting Toompea Hill, the Orthodox Cathedral Alexander Nevsky, Toompea Castle, Town Hall Square, the Brotherhood of Blackheads, and St Olaf and Niguliste churches. Rest of day at leisure. Overnight at Park Inn by Radisson Meriton or similar.
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Day 13
Breakfast in the hotel. Free time in the morning to continue exploring Tallinn. Afternoon departure south along the Via Baltica through Estonia's forests and coastal plains. After passing the resort city of Pärnu, the road crosses into Latvia and continues through quiet countryside to the vibrant Latvian capital of Riga. Overnight at Wellton Riverside Spa or similar.
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Day 14
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning 3-hour walking sightseeing tour of Riga, visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Art Nouveau district, the medieval old town, Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral (founded 1211), the Powder Tower, Swedish Gate, the Brotherhood of Blackheads building and Central Market (built from former zeppelin hangars). Rest of the day at leisure to explore further and try the local cuisine. Overnight at Wellton Riverside or similar.
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Day 15
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning departure to Vilnius. Afternoon 3-hour walking sightseeing tour of Vilnius, exploring the Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – with its maze of winding streets and inner courtyards. Visit Vilnius Cathedral and Saint Anne's Church, one of Lithuania's finest Gothic masterpieces. Overnight at Amberton Vilnius, Congress Hotel or similar.
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Day 16
Breakfast in the hotel. Whole day at leisure – enjoy some last-minute shopping for Baltic souvenirs, try the local cuisine, or choose an optional activity: half-day tour to Trakai Castle with local lunch (165 € p.p.) or Hot Air Balloon tour (175 € p.p.). Overnight at Amberton Vilnius, Congress Hotel or similar.
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Day 17
Breakfast in the hotel. Depending on your departure time, you may still have time to enjoy the city. Make your own way to the airport (private transfer can be pre-booked, 75 € max 3 pax).
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Language
English
Countries
Norway, Finland, Denmark, Sweden, Lithuania, Estonia & Latvia
Code
131729-46
Number of Days
17
Guaranteed Departures
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Day 1
Arrive in Copenhagen and make your own way to the hotel (taxi transfers can be prebooked in...
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Day 2
Breakfast in the hotel. A local guide takes you on a panoramic tour of Copenhagen, visiting the...
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Day 3
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning guided tour of Aarhus, Denmark's second city and European Capital...
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Day 4
After early arrival in Stavanger, breakfast at hotel or restaurant. Morning panoramic walk with...
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Day 5
Breakfast in the hotel. Drive to Bergen via ferry from Mortavika to Årsvågen and from...
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Day 6
Breakfast in the hotel. Head to Voss to board the Bergen Railway, ascending nearly 900 metres...
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Day 7
Breakfast in the hotel. Continue through mountains, valleys and breathtaking landscapes by coach...
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Day 8
Breakfast in the hotel. Guided tour of Oslo including Frogner Park with the Vigeland sculpture...
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Day 9
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning departure east to Stockholm – the Swedish capital built on 14...
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Day 10
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning free time for optional museum visits and canal cruise in...
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Day 11
Breakfast on board. Welcome to Finland! Upon arrival, enjoy a 3-hour sightseeing tour of...
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Day 12
Breakfast in the hotel. Depart for Tallinn by ferry (private transfers can be pre-booked). Make...
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Day 13
Breakfast in the hotel. Free time in the morning to continue exploring Tallinn. Afternoon...
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Day 14
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning 3-hour walking sightseeing tour of Riga, visiting the UNESCO...
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Day 15
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning departure to Vilnius. Afternoon 3-hour walking sightseeing tour...
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Day 16
Breakfast in the hotel. Whole day at leisure – enjoy some last-minute shopping for Baltic...
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Day 17
Breakfast in the hotel. Depending on your departure time, you may still have time to enjoy the...
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Day 1
Arrive in Copenhagen and make your own way to the hotel (taxi transfers can be prebooked in advance). Discover the city at your own pace. Meet your tour leader at the hotel reception for an informative briefing about your tour. Overnight in Copenhagen at Scandic Copenhagen or similar.
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Day 2
Breakfast in the hotel. A local guide takes you on a panoramic tour of Copenhagen, visiting the historic district of Nyhavn, Amalienborg Palace and Christianborg Palace. In the afternoon, departure to Aarhus by ferry from Odden. Option: Classic Canal Tour from Nyhavn (35 € p.p.). Overnight in Aarhus at Comwell Aarhus City or similar.
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Day 3
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning guided tour of Aarhus, Denmark's second city and European Capital of Culture 2017, with a stop at the Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral. Free time to explore independently. In the afternoon, continue north to Hirtshals to board the overnight cruise to Norway. Dinner and overnight on board.
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Day 4
After early arrival in Stavanger, breakfast at hotel or restaurant. Morning panoramic walk with your tour leader through Stavanger's charming old town. Rest of the day free. Choose one optional activity: Option A – 3-hour Lysefjord cruise (75 € p.p.); Option B – Lysefjord cruise combined with the spectacular Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) hike (130 € p.p.). Note: only one option can be selected. Overnight in Stavanger at Scandic Stavanger City Hotel or similar.
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Day 5
Breakfast in the hotel. Drive to Bergen via ferry from Mortavika to Årsvågen and from Sandvikvåg to Halhjem. Afternoon panoramic tour of Bergen with a local guide, including the famous fish market and the Hanseatic quarter (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Optional ride on the Fløibanen funicular up Mount Fløyen for panoramic views. Overnight in Bergen at Scandic Ørnen or similar.
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Day 6
Breakfast in the hotel. Head to Voss to board the Bergen Railway, ascending nearly 900 metres with spectacular fjord views to Myrdal station. Here, board the famous Flåmsbana – one of the world's steepest railway lines – winding through breathtaking waterfalls, steep mountains and 20 tunnels down to the village of Flåm. Enjoy leisure time in Flåm before cruising the Sognefjord – Norway's longest fjord – to Balestrand. Overnight and dinner in Balestrand/Voss at Kviknes Hotel, Myrkdalen Hotel or similar.
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Day 7
Breakfast in the hotel. Continue through mountains, valleys and breathtaking landscapes by coach and ferry. Stop to visit the Borgund Stave Church, a wooden masterpiece dating back to 1180 AD. Continue past Lake Tyrifjord to Oslo. Overnight in Oslo at Thon Hotel Terminus or similar.
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Day 8
Breakfast in the hotel. Guided tour of Oslo including Frogner Park with the Vigeland sculpture complex, the City Hall, the Royal Palace and the modern Opera House. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, depart for Sweden and arrive in Karlstad, set in the delta of the Klara River and Lake Vänern. Enjoy the hotel's wellness facilities including indoor jacuzzi, traditional sauna with panoramic views and fitness centre. Overnight and light supper in Karlstad at Home Plaza.
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Day 9
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning departure east to Stockholm – the Swedish capital built on 14 islands, surrounded by Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea. On arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour with a local guide through Gamla Stan (the old town), with its cobbled streets and small squares, and see the exteriors of the Royal Palace, Cathedral and Parliament. Overnight in Stockholm at Clarion Sign or similar.
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Day 10
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning free time for optional museum visits and canal cruise in Stockholm. In the afternoon, board the overnight cruise to Helsinki (private transfer can be pre-booked). Overnight on board in B-class inside twin cabin (upgrade to Seaview A class available, 100 € / cabin).
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Day 11
Breakfast on board. Welcome to Finland! Upon arrival, enjoy a 3-hour sightseeing tour of Helsinki, visiting Senate Square, the Kauppatori market square, Tuomio Kirkko cathedral, the rock-carved Temppeliaukio Kirkko and the Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral. Free time to explore Helsinki at leisure. Overnight at Sokos Presidentti or similar.
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Day 12
Breakfast in the hotel. Depart for Tallinn by ferry (private transfers can be pre-booked). Make your own way to the hotel. Afternoon 3-hour walking sightseeing tour of Tallinn's Old Town, visiting Toompea Hill, the Orthodox Cathedral Alexander Nevsky, Toompea Castle, Town Hall Square, the Brotherhood of Blackheads, and St Olaf and Niguliste churches. Rest of day at leisure. Overnight at Park Inn by Radisson Meriton or similar.
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Day 13
Breakfast in the hotel. Free time in the morning to continue exploring Tallinn. Afternoon departure south along the Via Baltica through Estonia's forests and coastal plains. After passing the resort city of Pärnu, the road crosses into Latvia and continues through quiet countryside to the vibrant Latvian capital of Riga. Overnight at Wellton Riverside Spa or similar.
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Day 14
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning 3-hour walking sightseeing tour of Riga, visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Art Nouveau district, the medieval old town, Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral (founded 1211), the Powder Tower, Swedish Gate, the Brotherhood of Blackheads building and Central Market (built from former zeppelin hangars). Rest of the day at leisure to explore further and try the local cuisine. Overnight at Wellton Riverside or similar.
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Day 15
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning departure to Vilnius. Afternoon 3-hour walking sightseeing tour of Vilnius, exploring the Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – with its maze of winding streets and inner courtyards. Visit Vilnius Cathedral and Saint Anne's Church, one of Lithuania's finest Gothic masterpieces. Overnight at Amberton Vilnius, Congress Hotel or similar.
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Day 16
Breakfast in the hotel. Whole day at leisure – enjoy some last-minute shopping for Baltic souvenirs, try the local cuisine, or choose an optional activity: half-day tour to Trakai Castle with local lunch (165 € p.p.) or Hot Air Balloon tour (175 € p.p.). Overnight at Amberton Vilnius, Congress Hotel or similar.
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Day 17
Breakfast in the hotel. Depending on your departure time, you may still have time to enjoy the city. Make your own way to the airport (private transfer can be pre-booked, 75 € max 3 pax).
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HIGHLIGHTS
Panoramic city tours of Copenhagen, Aarhus, Bergen, Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn, Riga & Vilnius – Borgund Stave Church – Flåmsbana railway – Vigeland Park – Gamla Stan – Suomenlinna Fortress
NATURE & FJORDS
Sognefjord & Aurlandsfjord cruise – Bergen Railway Voss–Myrdal – Flåmsbana mountain railway – Lysefjord cruise option – Pulpit Rock hike option – Lake Vänern, Karlstad
TRANSPORT
Long-distance coach/van (Days 2–9) – multiple ferry crossings – Bergen Railway & Flåmsbana – Sognefjord cruise – overnight cruise Hirtshals– Stavanger – overnight cruise Stockholm–Helsinki – ferry Helsinki–Tallinn
MEALS INCLUDED
16 breakfasts – 2 dinners (overnight cruise & Balestrand/Voss) – 1 light supper (Karlstad) – breakfast on Stockholm–Helsinki cruise
ESCORT & GUIDES
English-speaking tour escort Days 1–10 – private local guides in all 9 cities – entrance to Borgund Church – self-guided Baltic extension from Stockholm (Days 10–17)
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