Nordic Capitals — Classic Scandinavia
Best for
Couples, Culture Seekers
Duration
10N/11D
Season
June–August
Difficulty
Easy
Vibe
Cultural, Heritage
A Tibro Journey
Four countries, four capitals and the fjord city in between. Helsinki and Stockholm, Oslo, the train over the mountains to Bergen, then Copenhagen to close.
Helsinki & Suomenlinna, Norway in a Nutshell, Tivoli Gardens Copenhagen
Signature Moments
Three Mornings You'll Remember
No. 01
Helsinki & Suomenlinna
Helsinki & Suomenlinna
No. 02
Norway in a Nutshell
Norway in a Nutshell
No. 03
Tivoli Gardens Copenhagen
Tivoli Gardens Copenhagen
No. 01
Helsinki & Suomenlinna
Helsinki & Suomenlinna
No. 02
Norway in a Nutshell
Norway in a Nutshell
No. 03
Tivoli Gardens Copenhagen
Tivoli Gardens Copenhagen
Day by Day
10N/11D, in order
Day 1
Arrive Copenhagen
Upon arrival in Copenhagen, the vibrant capital of Denmark, complete the immigration and customs formalities at Copenhagen Airport (CPH). Afterward, you will be transferred to your hotel in a comfortable private car, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey. Once you check in at the hotel, the rest of the day is free for you to relax and acclimate to the new surroundings. You can choose to unwind at the hotel or take a leisurely stroll around the nearby areas to get a feel of the city's atmosphere. Overnight stay at a hotel in Copenhagen.
Day 2
Helsinki City Exploration
Breakfast at the hotel. After that proceed for Helsinki and Suomenlinna Tour on SIC basis. Explore the historic monuments of Helsinki with a local guide, and visit sights such as Olympic Stadium from the 1952 Summer Olympics. See the monument to the composer Jean Sibelius and explore the promenade of Esplanade Park. Go to Old Market Hall, and admire the largest orthodox church in western Europe at the Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral. Then, catch the ferry to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Suomenlinna sea fortress. Upon arrival, walk to visit the barracks and the Great Courtyard, where the memorial tomb of Augustin Ehrensvärd was designed by King Gustav III of Sweden". Overnight stay at Helsinki.
Day 3
Helsinki – Stockholm
After having breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Helsinki Port by Private Car. Cruise on the Baltic Sea and appreciate the views from the deck while relaxing on the cruise. Overnight stay on cruise.
Day 4
Stockholm
After having breakfast on the cruise, proceed to Stockholm Hotel by private car. Proceed for Hop on Hop Off City Tour. Hop between the open-top buses and boats that circulate the stunning Stockholm archipelago with a 24-hour pass. Uncover the city's historic and cultural highlights, including the Royal Palace, Stockholm City Hall, the Vasa Museum, and Skansen Zoo
Day 5
Stockholm - Oslo
After having breakfast at the hotel proceed to Stockholm Train Station by Private Car. Get transferred to Oslo by train journey in 2nd Class. Explore Scandinavian vastness on a train and enjoy the fleur of the top European destinations. Dinner at a restaurant. Overnight stay in Oslo.
Day 6
City Exploration of Oslo
After having breakfast at the hotel proceed for Oslo City on Seat in coach basis. Visits Oslo’s top landmarks including Holmenkollen Ski Jump, Vigeland Sculpture Park, The Norwegian Folk Museum, (or The Kon-Tiki Museum), and The Fram Museum. Dinner. Overnight stay at Oslo.
Day 7
Oslo to Bergen
After having breakfast at the hotel. Check out and proceed to Oslo Train Station by Private Car. This legendary tour takes you through Norway’s most breathtaking UNESCO-protected fjord and mountain scenery, as well as a trip on Europe’s top scenic rail journeys, the Flåm Railway and The Bergen Railway. Route :- Oslo - Geilo - MYRDAL - FLÅM - GUDVANGEN - VOSS - Bergen After that proceed from Bergen Train Station to Bergen Hotel by Private Car. Overnight stay at Bergen Hotel.
Day 8
Bergen City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for Bergen City Walking Tour with Guide. Embark on a journey of discovery through Bergen with an informative and inspiring local guide. Get to know the most important sights of the city including the Hanseatic quarter (Bryggen) and St.Mary's Church. If you are in Bergen, Fløyen (320 masl.) is an absolute must visit! A trip with the funicular Fløibanen is a great experience, with the two carriages that have transported people to the mountain for over 100 years. Dinner. Overnight stay at hotel in Bergen.
Day 9
Bergen - Copenhagen
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to Bergen Airport by Private Car. Proceed to Bergen to Copenhagen by flight on own. Proceed to Copenhagen Hotel and overnight stay at Copenhagen Hotel.
Day 10
Copenhagen City Tour
After having breakfast at the hotel proceed for Copenhagen Hop on Hop off Tour. Get your full-access pass to Copenhagen with a choice of 2 different tickets, which are valid for 72 hours giving you the chance to see the best of what Copenhagen has to offer. See the city at your own pace, and hop off at any of the 30 stops to explore further. Find out why people exclaim “Wonderful, Wonderful Copenhagen” while on board the double-decker sightseeing bus, offering panoramic views of sights such as the Amalienborg Palace, Gefion Fountain, and Botanical Gardens. Canal Cruise Ticket included. Experience Copenhagen from the water on a canal cruise and see how the past and present merge as you travel along idyllic canals, passing many of the city’s most famous landmarks, old and new. Discover Copenhagen’s world-famous Tivoli Gardens, the world's second-oldest amusement park. Skip the ticket-purchasing line and start exploring. Tivoli Garden ticket included. Overnight stay in Copenhagen.
Day 11
Copenhagen
After having breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Copenhagen airport to Board your flight back home.
Where You'll Stay
Hand-Picked Hotels
Copenhagen
The Square
Oslo
Thon Hotel Europa
Stockholm
Freys
Helsinki
Scandic Grand Marina
Copenhagen
The Square
Oslo
Thon Hotel Europa
Stockholm
Freys
Helsinki
Scandic Grand Marina
Honestly
Things most travel sites won't tell you.
On-the-ground details your designer wishes every guest knew before they landed.
Things to Look Out For
The lights are a numbers game
Nobody can promise you the aurora. It needs a clear sky and an active sun, and either can let you down on a given night. The fix is to give yourself nights, not a night: three or four in Lapland between late August and early April, away from town light. Most resorts run a wake-up alarm if the sky clears at 2am, and a glass-roofed igloo lets you watch from the bed.
Layers, and trust the snowsuit
Lapland in deep winter runs to minus 20 and below, but it's a dry cold and the resorts hand you a thermal snowsuit and boots for the safaris. Wear thin layers underneath, not one thick coat, and the gear does the rest. The mistake is cotton next to the skin; it holds sweat and chills you. Merino base layer, then fleece, then the suit.
Rovaniemi is the official Santa
The Santa Claus Village sits right on the Arctic Circle line outside Rovaniemi, and Finland has long played it as the official one. You can meet Santa year-round, post a card with the Arctic Circle stamp, and step over the painted Circle for the photo. It's frankly commercial, but with children along it's the heart of the trip. Go early; the coach groups arrive by eleven.
- №1
The lights are a numbers game
Nobody can promise you the aurora. It needs a clear sky and an active sun, and either can let you down on a given night. The fix is to give yourself nights, not a night: three or four in Lapland between late August and early April, away from town light. Most resorts run a wake-up alarm if the sky clears at 2am, and a glass-roofed igloo lets you watch from the bed.
- №2
Layers, and trust the snowsuit
Lapland in deep winter runs to minus 20 and below, but it's a dry cold and the resorts hand you a thermal snowsuit and boots for the safaris. Wear thin layers underneath, not one thick coat, and the gear does the rest. The mistake is cotton next to the skin; it holds sweat and chills you. Merino base layer, then fleece, then the suit.
- №3
Rovaniemi is the official Santa
The Santa Claus Village sits right on the Arctic Circle line outside Rovaniemi, and Finland has long played it as the official one. You can meet Santa year-round, post a card with the Arctic Circle stamp, and step over the painted Circle for the photo. It's frankly commercial, but with children along it's the heart of the trip. Go early; the coach groups arrive by eleven.
The Details
What's Included
Included
- Accommodation as per mentioned in the itinerary on breakfast basis
- Christiansborg Palace Entry Ticket
- Copenhagen guided walking city tour for 2 hrs
- Mostraumen Fjord Cruise for 4 Hrs
- Norway in a nutshell – Bergen to Flam – Bergen to Voss by Train – Voss to Gudvangen by road – Gudvangen to Flam by cruise –
Not Included
- 5% Government Service Tax is applicable in addition to the total invoice.
- 20% Tax Collected at Source (TCS)
- PCR Tests if necessary, for the required destination
Plan Your Timing
When to Go
Finland is really two trips. Deep winter. December to March. Is the Lapland season everyone pictures: snow, the aurora overhead, husky and reindeer sleds, Santa at Rovaniemi, and the polar twilight. Summer, June to August, flips entirely: the midnight sun never quite sets, the lakes warm enough to swim, and Helsinki comes alive on its terraces. The shoulder months are the ones to skip. The dark, snowless run of November, and the muddy thaw of April into May.
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