Itinerary
- Day 1
Copenhagen
You'll arrive in Copenhagen and connect with your tour leader and other travelers. Later in the afternoon, a local guide takes you on a city tour to see what makes Copenhagen special. The day wraps up with a group dinner in the city centre, giving everyone a chance to get acquainted.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner in the city centre)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Copenhagen with local guide
Landmarks/POIs Copenhagen - Day 2
Copenhagen
This day is yours to use however you like in Copenhagen. You could check out the royal palaces, catch the modernist buildings, or head to Tivoli Gardens and Rundetaarn. If you prefer something structured, there's an optional excursion that includes a canal cruise, the National Museum, and Reffen market.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Canal cruise in Copenhagen
- Visit National Museum of Denmark
- Browse Reffen market
- Optional excursion exploring Copenhagen's history and culture
Landmarks/POIs Tivoli Gardens Rundetaarn - Day 3
Copenhagen to Hirtshals to Bergen
You'll drive through the Danish countryside toward the coastal town of Hirtshals. Along the way, there's an orientation tour in Odense with time to walk around Denmark's third-largest city where Hans Christian Andersen was born. After that, you continue to Aarhus for another orientation tour, seeing the contemporary art scene and the old town open-air museum. Later that evening, you board an overnight ferry heading to Bergen.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Odense
- Explore Odense, hometown of Hans Christian Andersen
- Orientation tour of Aarhus
- Visit Aarhus, a captivating Danish city
- Overnight ferry to Bergen, Norway
Landmarks/POIs Odense Aarhus Hirtshals - Day 4
Bergen
After cruising through Norwegian fjords overnight, you arrive in Bergen. An orientation tour shows you the UNESCO-listed Bryggen Quay and explains why Bergen is considered the gateway to Norway's fjords. In the afternoon, you can explore on your own or join an optional trip to nearby fishing villages. Dinner is at a historic trading post that's now a café, with traditional Norwegian food.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Bergen
- Cruise through Norway's magnificent fjords
- Explore Bergen, known as 'the city among the seven mountains'
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to picturesque fishing villages near Bergen
- Norwegian dinner at historic trading post turned café
Landmarks/POIs Bryggen Bergen - Day 5
Bergen
You have the full day free in Bergen. Wander through the city at your own pace and discover what interests you. Many people recommend the Bergen+ optional excursion, which includes a ferry cruise, a guided tour of Bryggen, a ride up Fl\u00f8ibanen funicular to Fl\u00f8yen mountain for views across the city, and a drink at the Magic Ice Bar. Or simply explore the medieval architecture, markets, and historic areas.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Bergen+ optional excursion: ferry cruise, guided tour of Bryggen, Fløibanen funicular railway to Fløyen mountain with city views, drink at Bergen's Magic Ice Bar
Landmarks/POIs Bryggen Fløyen Fløibanen - Day 6
Bergen to Oslo
Leaving Bergen, you head into the heart of Norway. The destination is Gudvangen at the end of N\u00e6r\u00f8yfjord, one of the country's most famous fjords. There's an optional Viking Village excursion available, followed by a cruise through N\u00e6r\u00f8yfjord and Aurlandsfjorden. The route passes through Flam and stops at Borgund's famous Stave Church. You'll arrive in Oslo later that evening for a group dinner at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner at hotel)
Included Activities
- Travel to Gudvangen near Norway's most famous fjord
- Marvel at Norway's spectacular natural scenery
- Photo stop at Borgund's Stave Church
- Group dinner at hotel in Oslo
Optional Activities
- Viking Village excursion followed by cruise through Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjorden fjords
Landmarks/POIs Gudvangen Nærøyfjord Aurlandsfjorden Borgund Stave Church Flam - Day 7
Oslo
A local guide leads a walking tour of Oslo, showing you the city's layout with mountains nearby and its royal history. You'll see the Royal Palace and Akershus Castle during the tour. After that, the rest of the day is open. There's an optional Oslo+ excursion if you want to visit green spaces and museums with more historical context.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Oslo highlights with local guide
- See highlights of Oslo with local guide, including Royal Palace and Akershus Castle
Optional Activities
- Oslo+ optional excursion: visit green spaces and museums
Landmarks/POIs Royal Palace Akershus Castle - Day 8
Oslo to Stockholm
Your Swedish adventure starts in Karlstad on the shores of Lake V\u00e4rnern, a place known for outdoor activities and Swedish food. From there, you head to \u00d6rebro for an orientation tour and free time to look around. Later you travel to Stockholm, Sweden's capital spread across 14 islands. The day ends with a group dinner in the city centre featuring Swedish meatballs.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Swedish meatballs in Stockholm)
Included Activities
- Visit Karlstad on the shores of Lake Vänernn
- Explore Sweden's most stunning city centre in Örebro
- Orientation tour of Örebro
- Tuck into Swedish meatballs in Stockholm
- Group dinner in Stockholm city centre
Landmarks/POIs Karlstad Lake Vänernn Örebro Stockholm - Day 9
Stockholm
In the morning, a local guide takes you through Stockholm's main sights. You'll see the Royal Palace, the historic AF Chapman ship, and walk through Gamla Stan, Stockholm's old town area. The rest of your day is free. Many people visit the Viking or ABBA museums, or take a trip to one of the islands like Dj\u00f9rg\u00e5rden where Skansen is located. There's also an optional tour that includes the Royal Palace and the Vasa Museum.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Comprehensive tour of Stockholm with local guide
- See Royal Palace, AF Chapman ship, and Gamla Stan Old Town
- Explore Stockholm with a local guide
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion: visit to historic Royal Palace and guided tour of Vasa Museum
Landmarks/POIs Royal Palace AF Chapman Gamla Stan Vasa Museum Djurgården Skansen - Day 10
Stockholm to Helsinki
This morning you have a late start before heading to Liding Island in the Stockholm archipelago. There's a scenic drive through the area and time to explore. Later, you head to the port and board the overnight ferry to Helsinki. During the cruise, there's onboard entertainment and views of the water. A Swedish buffet dinner is available if you want to purchase it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Liding Island in Stockholm archipelago
- Overnight ferry to Helsinki, Finland
Optional Activities
- Optional Swedish buffet dinner onboard the ferry
Landmarks/POIs Lidingö Island - Day 11
Helsinki
You dock in Helsinki, Finland's capital, known for its islands and green spaces. After getting to the harbourside hotel, a local guide takes you on a driving and walking tour. You'll see landmarks like Havis Amanda, Senate Square with its cathedral, Uspenski Cathedral, and the busy Kauppatori Market. An included dinner with the group wraps up the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Driving and walking tour of Helsinki with local guide
- See Havis Amanda, Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, and Kauppatori Market
- See the sights on a driving tour of Helsinki, Finland's capital city
- Join a local guide for a walking tour of Helsinki
- Group dinner with fellow travellers
Landmarks/POIs Havis Amanda Senate Square Uspenski Cathedral Kauppatori Market Helsinki - Day 12
Helsinki
Today you explore Helsinki at your own pace. The city is known for design, architecture, and Finnish culture. You can try local food and visit one of the saunas if you like. There are green spaces to check out, or you can join the optional Suomenlinna Fortress excursion which includes a guided tour, museum visit, a picnic lunch, and the Helsinki City Museum. The Seurasaari open-air museum and Kiasma Contemporary Art Museum are other options.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to Suomenlinna Fortress: guided tour, museum visit, picnic lunch, Helsinki City Museum visit
- Visit Seurasaari open-air museum
- Appreciate modern masterpieces at Kiasma Contemporary Art Museum
Landmarks/POIs Suomenlinna Fortress Seurasaari Kiasma Contemporary Art Museum - Day 13
Helsinki to Tallinn
By ferry you cross the Gulf of Finland to Tallinn, Estonia's capital. When you arrive, lunch is at a medieval restaurant in the Old Town Square. A local guide then walks you through the city, pointing out places like St. Olav's Church and Tall Hermann Tower. Later you have free time to wander around before settling in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Medieval restaurant in Tallinn Old Town Square)
Included Activities
- Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn
- Lunch in medieval restaurant in Tallinn's Old Town Square
- Walking tour of Tallinn with local guide
- Discover Tallinn with a local guide, including St. Olav's Church and Tall Hermann Tower
Landmarks/POIs Tallinn Old Town St. Olav's Church Tall Hermann Tower - Day 14
Tallinn to Riga
Leaving Tallinn, you head to Riga, Latvia's capital. The route stops in P\u00e4rnu, a resort town good for sightseeing and picking up souvenirs. You'll cross into Latvia and visit Saulkrasti, a coastal town on the Gulf of Riga. After arriving in Riga, there's a visit to Brothers' Cemetery before you check in. An orientation walking tour follows, showing you the Old Town with landmarks like Riga Dom Cathedral and the Old City Wall.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing in Pärnu, a resort city in Estonia
- Visit Saulkrasti, a Latvian seaside town
- Visit the Brothers' Cemetery (Latvian War Cemetery)
- Orientation walking tour of Riga's Old Town
- Discover Riga, Latvia's vibrant capital
- Learn about Latvian history at the Latvian War Cemetery
Landmarks/POIs Pärnu Saulkrasti Brothers' Cemetery Riga Dom Cathedral Old City Wall Riga Old Town - Day 15
Riga to Vilnius
An early start takes you into Lithuania today. You'll visit the Hill of Crosses, a significant religious site, then head to Trakai with its island castle. Arriving in Vilnius, the capital, you get an orientation tour showing Baroque buildings and places like Vilnius Cathedral, the Palace of the Grand Dukes, and the Church of St Anne. Free time follows to explore further, then there's a group dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit the famous Hill of Crosses in Lithuania
- Photo stop at Trakai Castle
- Orientation tour of Vilnius
- Explore Vilnius, capital of Lithuania
- See Vilnius Cathedral, Palace of the Grand Dukes, and Church of St Anne
- Group dinner in Vilnius
Landmarks/POIs Hill of Crosses Trakai Castle Vilnius Cathedral Palace of the Grand Dukes Church of St Anne - Day 16
Vilnius to Gdansk
The tour moves into Poland on the way to Gdansk. You stop in the Masurian Lake District, a region with more than 2,000 lakes, perfect for lunch and taking photos. After enjoying the countryside scenery, you arrive in Gdansk this evening. An orientation tour shows you this historic port city, and then there's an included dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Take a scenic drive through the Masurian Lakes District
- Orientation tour of Gdansk
- Discover Gdansk, a unique port city in Poland
- Group dinner in Gdansk
Landmarks/POIs Masurian Lake District Gdansk - Day 17
Gdansk
Spend the full day in Gdansk. A local guide leads a walking tour in the morning covering the city's key highlights and history. After that, the day is yours. You can wander through Old Town, check out Long Market Square, and see the distinctive Dutch-influenced architecture. The waterfront is nice for a stroll, or you could take a trip to Sopot, a nearby beach town sometimes called the Polish Riviera.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Gdansk with local guide
- Explore Gdansk with a local guide
Landmarks/POIs Gdansk Old Town Long Market Square Sopot - Day 18
Gdansk to Warsaw
You leave Gdansk and visit Malbork Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest castle from the 13th century. Next is Torun, a UNESCO-listed medieval town and birthplace of astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus. While there, you'll explore the Museum of Gingerbread and participate in a hands-on traditional gingerbread workshop. Then you continue to Warsaw, Poland's capital, for an included dinner at the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Malbork Castle, the largest castle in the world
- Explore Malbork Castle
- Visit Torun, a medieval town in Poland
- Gingerbread workshop in Torun
- Group dinner at hotel in Warsaw
Landmarks/POIs Malbork Castle Torun Museum of Gingerbread - Day 19
Warsaw
A guided walking and driving tour takes you through Warsaw's history, especially its role during WWII. You'll see different architectural styles, from Gothic churches to Neoclassical palaces and Soviet-era buildings mixed with modern skyscrapers. The rest of the day is free to explore. You can join the optional Warsaw Cultural Highlights excursion for the POLIN museum and pierogi lunch, or the Evening in Warsaw excursion for city views and a three-course dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking and driving tour of Warsaw with local guide
- Explore Warsaw with a local guide
Optional Activities
- Warsaw Cultural Highlights optional excursion: POLIN museum and pierogi lunch
- An Evening in Warsaw optional excursion: panoramic views and three-course dinner
Landmarks/POIs Warsaw POLIN Museum - Day 20
Warsaw
After 20 days traveling through nine countries across Scandinavia and the Baltics, the tour concludes this morning after breakfast. You'll have one last meal with the group, and there'll be time to exchange contact information with the new friends you've made before heading home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
