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Northern Explorer Christmas & New Year

18 days
Start and end in Amsterdam
4.5
5,341 traveler reviews

Northern Explorer Christmas & New Year

18 days
Start and end in Amsterdam
4.5
5,341 traveler reviews
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 50
Age range 10 to 75
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Highlights

  • Wander through Christmas markets in Europe and visit the Baltic states and Scandinavia
  • Locally guided tours through Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn and Warsaw
  • Orientation tours of Copenhagen, Riga, Vilnius and Berlin
  • Experience Christmas and all the festivities in Helsinki, and ​Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Berlin

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Start of tour in Amsterdam
  2. Day 2 Amsterdam - Hamburg - Northern Germany
  3. Day 3 Northern Germany - Copenhagen
  4. Day 4 Copenhagen - Helsingør - Gothenburg - Oslo
  5. Day 5 Oslo: Free Day
  6. Day 6 Oslo - Örebro - Sigtuna - Stockholm
  7. Day 7 Stockholm: Free Day
  8. Day 8 Stockholm - Helsinki (Christmas Eve)
  9. Day 9 Helsinki (Christmas Day)
  10. Day 10 Helsinki - Tallinn
  11. Day 11 Tallinn - Pärnu - Saulkrasti - Latvian Military Cemetery - Riga
  12. Day 12 Hill of Crosses - Vilnius
  13. Day 13 Trakai - Warsaw
  14. Day 14 Warsaw: Free Day
  15. Day 15 Poznań - Berlin (New Year’s Eve)
  16. Day 16 Berlin: Free Day
  17. Day 17 Berlin - Amsterdam
  18. Day 18 End of tour in Amsterdam
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Number of tours

83

Age Range

10 to 80 years old

Response time

11 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Janae
    · June 17th, 2025
    Power packed itinary. I brought older teenage grand daughters and their mothers. We opted out of most optional items. I did homework before and we did our own things in Rome and Paris. We were in London for 5 days on our own then joined the group. We just got a taste of Europe as promised. Well thought out itinary, great group. Tour leader was good. It was really nice not having to plan the traveling.
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  • MOHAMMAD
    · June 16th, 2025
    Nice tour. Only downside is the long drive some of the days. I suggest: - No more than 300km per day. - Morning boarding to bus by 8am to allow enough time for breakfast. - Hotels check-in no more than 6pm. Regards..
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  • John
    · June 16th, 2025
    The tour was well organised andhad a good standard of accommodation
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Dates & Availability

18 days
Northern Explorer Christmas & New Year
From Amsterdam to Amsterdam

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What our customers ask about this tour

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  • T

    Trevor

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Are international flights included in the tour price?

    Flights / Transfers
    Price / Availability
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays.
      Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

  • H

    Hannah

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Are young children allowed?

    Age Range
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

  • C

    Carole

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Can you cater for my dietary requirements?

    Meals
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

  • C

    Christine

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?

    Payments
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees.
      * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

  • A

    Anthony

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?

    Accommodation
    Travel Support
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

  • K

    Kerry

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?

    Visa
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

  • D

    Daniel

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    How much spending money do I need for my holiday?

    Other
    Price / Availability
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

  • A

    Amy

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Is travel insurance compulsory?

    Travel Support
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour.

      We generally recommend WorldNomads because they cover a wide variety of nationalities, but you are welcome to use any supplier that offers you the most comprehensive plan.

      You are able to obtain travel insurance through one of TourRadars partners, XCover. Please reach out to receive a quote.

  • L

    Lydia

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    How fit do I need to be to join and what is the average age range?

    Age Range
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      We embrace travelers of all ages and backgrounds, prioritizing attitude and mindset over age restrictions. However, our tours are fast-paced and jam-packed with experiences. Regrettably, individuals with mobility limitations or those using wheelchairs may find this tour challenging. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring quaint towns and navigating cobblestone streets. We want every traveler to fully enjoy their journey, so we encourage reviewing the itinerary carefully before making your booking decision.

  • V

    Vicki

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    If I book a tour for two or more people, will we share the same room?

    Accommodation
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to.

      If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender, unless you opt to add a single supplement (subject to availability) to your booking. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.

      If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.

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Tour ID: 185541

  • Currencies
    kr
    Danish Krone
    Denmark
    Euro
    Finland, Germany and Netherlands
    kr
    Norwegian Krone
    Norway
    Zloty
    Poland
    kr
    Swedish Krona
    Sweden
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, K.

    Type C
    Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia and Lithuania
    Type E
    Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia and Lithuania
    Type F
    Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia and Lithuania
    Type K
    Denmark
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland and Sweden. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Latvia and Lithuania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before August 17th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 17th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Expat Explore Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Expat Explore Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "Expat Explore Travel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
  • Cancellation Policy
  • Accessibility
    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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