Tour the Nobel Peace Prize banquet halls in Stockholm and ascend almost 1000-meters above sea level on the famous Flam railway, en route to Bergen. This 15-day tour of Scandinavia’s glassy fjords and sky-scraping mountains is a tonic for the soul as you journey from Sweden’s scenic farmlands to cosmopolitan Stockholm. Enjoy Uppsala sightseeing and meet Hans Odoo—a passionate local storyteller who’ll regale you with tales of Sweden’s first botanical garden, before you’re whisked away to a farm to table Falun dinner with fresh, locally-sourced produce. In Norway, set sail through the deep glassy waters of the Geirangerfjord, surrounding by towering ice capped mountains and lush green forests. Cruise from colourful Copenhagen to Rome. Trace the dreamy shorelines of Brittany, France. Behold extraordinary vistas in Leixões, Lisbon, Cádiz. Shop and dine your way across Las Ramblas in Barcelona.
Your fly, tour and cruise package includes:
- Economy class flight to Copenhagen, return from Rome
- 14 night Spectacular Scandinavia & Fjords Tour by Insight Vacations, Copenhagen to Oslo
- Includes 14 nights accommodation in stylish, hand-picked hotels
- 14 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners, 2 Dinners with Wine
- Make Travel Matter Experiences & Unique Insight Experiences
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- Economy class flight from Oslo to Copenhagen
- 3 nights accommodation in Copenhagen including breakfast
- 11 night Iberian cruise onboard Nieuw Statendam, Copenhagen to Rome
- All onboard meals in complimentary dining venues & selected non-alcoholic beverages
- A wide range of activities & entertainment onboard
- Port charges & prepaid gratuities onboard your cruise
- 2 nights accommodation in Rome including breakfast
- Private transfers in Copenhagen and Rome
***Rate is based on twin share for travel 20 August to 19 September 2023***
Spectacular Scandinavia & Fjords Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Copenhagen
On arrival at Copenhagen airport, your transfer will leave for your hotel at 09:00, 12:00 or 15:00. Then you will be at leisure to relax and settle in. At 17:30, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers and enjoy drinks and a warm and friendly Welcome Dinner. In the evening visit the glittering lights and enchanting atmosphere of the world-famous Tivoli Gardens.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Meals: Dinner with Wine
Top Rated Highlights: Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark
Day 2: Wonderful Copenhagen
A Local Expert will reveal the charm of Denmark's capital. Meet Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid gazing wistfully across the harbor and see Christiansborg Palace, the seat of the Danish Government. Continue to Rosenborg Castle, Amalienborg Palace, the Renaissance Stock Exchange and Copenhagen Cathedral, where the Crown Prince of Denmark married Princess Mary. View the unusual Rundertaarn and enjoy an afternoon at your leisure, relaxing or exploring at your pace. Perhaps take an Optional Experience into the picturesque Danish countryside to see the castles of North Zealand?
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Top Rated Highlights: Copenhagen City Tour
Day 3: On to Gothenburg
Continue along Sweden’s west coast to the cosmopolitan port city of Gothenburg. On arrival, explore with your Local Expert and learn about the region’s culture and nautical history. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience to enjoy traditional Swedish fika - a coffee and cinnamon bun - at a local community cafe.
Accommodation: Elite Plaza Hotel Gothenburg
Meals: Breakfast
Top Rated Highlights: Gothenburg City Tour
Day 4: Scenic farmlands of Sweden
Enjoy views of the patchwork of fertile farmlands, as you journey along the shores of Lake Vättern to the Swedish capital.
Accommodation: Hilton Stockholm Slussen
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Stockholm, City of Islands
See the charms of Sweden's capital with your Local Expert. Wander the medieval streets of Gamla Stan and see the 13th-century cathedral. Visit the imposing City Hall to see its fabulous Gyllene salen, the Golden Hall, with its walls covered in 18 million gilded mosaic tiles, and the Blå hallen, the Blue Hall, where the Nobel Prize banquets are held. There's free time in the afternoon for you to explore at your own pace. Perhaps visit the fabulous Vasa Galleon, raised from Stockholm's harbor-bed in 1961 after sinking on its maiden voyage in 1628?
Accommodation: Hilton Stockholm Slussen
Meals: Breakfast
Top Rated Highlights: Stockholm City Hall Visit
Day 6: Sigtuna, Uppsala and Falun
Travel to Sigtuna on the shores of Lake Mälaren, it was once the Viking capital and now boasts Sweden’s smallest City Hall. Continue to the historic city of Uppsala, seat of Scandinavia’s oldest university. Meet Hans Odoo, a passionate local storyteller, who will share the fascinating history of the Carl Linneaus Garden on a guided tour. You’ll learn about Sweden’s first botanical garden and its 1300 species of flora and fauna. Travel to Falun, an old historic mining town. With your Travel Director see the Falun Copper Mine and the Great Pit, a vast crater created by an enormous mine collapse in 1687. In the evening, enjoy a delightful meal at a local restaurant, prepared with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.
Accommodation: First Grand Hotel Falun
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Top Rated Highlights: See Sigtuna’s City Hall > Uppsala Botanical Garden Visit with Local Storyteller > Falun Orientation
Day 7: Lillehammer
Travel along Lake Siljan to Mora, home to the infamous 17th-century witch trials. Continue to Salen, the starting point for the race. Continue deep into the forested heart of Sweden to reach Sälen, Sweden’s largest alpine destination. It is known as the starting point for the world’s oldest and longest cross-country ski race, Vasaloppet, a 90 kilometer track that has been challenging skiers since 1922. Cross the border to Norway and pass Hamar with its Olympic ice skating rink known as the Viking Ship. Journey along the shores of Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake, to arrive at Lillehammer, home of the 1994 Winter Olympics.
Accommodation: Scandic Victoria Lillehammer
Meals: Breakfast
Top Rated Highlights: Salen Orientation > Lillehammer Orientation
Day 8: Geiranger, Jewel of the Fjords
Journey northwest from Lillehammer, traveling through the countryside of Peer Gynt, immortalized by Ibsen. At Lom, visit the Norwegian stave church dating back to 1158. Continue along winding roads that pass waterfalls, rivers, ice fields, lakes and snow-capped peaks. For the next two nights you will stay in the scenic village of Geiranger, overlooking fjords and soaring mountains.
Accommodation: Hotel Union Geiranger
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Top Rated Highlights: Lom Stave Church Visit > Geiranger Orientation
Day 9: Geiranger at Leisure
Enjoy a relaxed start and a day reserved for your leisure amongst the most breathtaking scenery of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perhaps join an Optional Experience for an incredible scenic drive along the amazing Troll's Road? The road itself was a masterpiece of engineering when it was built over 70 years ago and the spectacular views will leave you speechless.
Accommodation: Hotel Union Geiranger
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10: Fjærland and Fjordland
After a relaxed morning, take a scenic cruise along the Geirangerfjord. Your travels continue to the Bøya Glacier for a photo-stop. Explore Fjærland with Insight Choice. Choose to visit the interactive Norwegian Glacier Museum at the foot of the Jostedal Glacier, the largest icecap in continental Europe. Alternatively, take a walk through the village of Fjærland with a Local Expert and hear about life between the fjord and the glacier. Then enjoy a scenic drive onto your historic fjord hotel in Leikanger. Delight in a dinner of fresh and locally sourced produce.
Accommodation: Leikanger Fjord Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Top Rated Highlights: Fjaerland Village Walk > Geirangerfjord Cruise > See the Bøyabreen Glacier > Leikanger Orientation
Day 11: The Flåm Railway to Bergen
Cross the serene waters of magnificent Sognefjord, the longest fjord in Norway. Then embark on a spectacularly scenic journey aboard the Flåm Railway, ascending from sea level to 914 meters. Visit a family-run farm on the Hardangerfjord to hear how eight generations have farmed the land, producing fruit, berries and various jams, jellies, traditional spreads, cake and other delicious treats. Sample their fresh apple juice and homemade cider and enjoy a walk through the orchard. Travel on to your hotel in the historic port of Bergen.
Accommodation: Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Top Rated Highlights: Flam Railway Scenic Train > Hardangerfield Apple Cider Tasting
Day 12: The Hanseatic port of Bergen
A Local Expert introduces you to Bergen. The ancient Hanseatic port city still largely looks to the sea for its living, as evidenced by the picturesque and lively Fish Market, set in a charming location in the heart of the city. The market also has stalls selling a colorful variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, handicrafts and souvenirs. After seeing the 13th century Haakon’s Hall, there will be time to explore all that this exciting town has to offer. Perhaps you might like to visit the home of composer Edvard Grieg, before ascending Mount Fløyen by the only funicular in Scandinavia.
Accommodation: Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz
Meals: Breakfast
Top Rated Highlights: Bergen City Tour
Day 13: Mountains and Fjords to Oslo
Travel along scenic and varied landscapes to Oslo, drive past some of Norway's most picturesque ski-resorts. Leaving the seaside town of Bergen, your journey continues climbing up to elevations of 1200m (3930ft) offering moon like scenery and passing some of Norway’s ski resorts on the Hardanger Plateau. After returning to lower areas you’ll be driving among dense forests before reaching the capital city of Oslo.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel Oslo
Meals: Breakfast
Day 14: Cosmopolitan Oslo
With your Local Expert, see the Royal Palace and the spires and ramparts of Akershus Castle, the 14th century fortress guarding the harbor. At Frogner Park, view the intriguing Vigeland sculptures. Exploe the area around the Opera House and see the strikingly modern architecture of the Bjorvika neighbourhood. In the evening, round off your Scandinavian adventure with a Celebration Dinner at a local restaurant. Over a glass of wine, toast to your travels with your newfound friends.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel Oslo
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner with Wine
Top Rated Highlights: Oslo City Tour > Oslo Frogner Park Visit > Oslo Celebration Dinner
Day 15: Out of Oslo
Departure transfers arrive at Oslo airport at 07:15 and 10:15.
Meals: Breakfast
Iberian Cruise Itinerary
Date |
Destination |
Arrive |
Depart |
6 September 2023 |
Copenhagen, Denmark |
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5pm |
7 to 8 September 2023 |
At Sea |
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9 September 2023 |
Brest, France |
7am |
7pm |
10 September 2023 |
At Sea |
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11 September 2023 |
Leixoes (Porto), Portugal |
7am |
5pm |
12 September 2023 |
Lisbon, Portugal |
7am |
4pm |
13 September 2023 |
Cadiz (Seville), Spain |
11am |
4pm |
14 September 2023 |
At Sea |
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15 September 2023 |
Barcelona, Spain |
9am |
10pm |
16 September 2023 |
At Sea |
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17 September 2023 |
Rome, Italy |
7am |
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