Itinerary
- Day 1
Copenhagen
You're arriving in Copenhagen, and if you get there early, you can walk through the pastel-coloured Nyhavn waterfront or check out Tivoli Gardens with its historic rollercoaster. The trendy Norrebro neighbourhood is worth a look too if you have time. Meet your group at 6 pm for an optional group dinner.
Optional Activities
- Visit pastel-coloured waterfront houses in Nyhavn area
- Have a drink at an industrial-chic bar
- Stroll around Tivoli Gardens
- Explore Norrebro residential area and restaurants
- Optional group dinner
Landmarks/POIs Nyhavn Tivoli Gardens Norrebro - Day 2
Copenhagen
This morning you'll join a local guide from Street Voices for a tour through Copenhagen's lesser-known areas, hearing stories from people in the city's socially vulnerable communities. After that, you have the afternoon free to explore on your own. Check out the royal palaces, visit museums, or take a dip in the free harbour baths.
Included Activities
- Street Voices guided tour with local guide
- Free harbour baths (summer)
Optional Activities
- Stroll along the harbour
- Visit Amalienborg Palace
- Visit Frederik's Church (Marble Church)
- Visit the Court House on Nytorv Square
- Check out the facade of the red brick town hall
- Visit the National Museum
- Visit Christiansborg Palace
Landmarks/POIs Amalienborg Palace Frederik's Church (Marble Church) Nytorv Square National Museum Christiansborg Palace - Day 3
Copenhagen to Gothenburg
Head out by train from Copenhagen to Malmö, crossing the famous Oresund Bridge. You'll walk through Malmö's Old Town with a leader who'll share the city's revival story. There's an option to visit the castle or the historic pharmacy if you're interested. Later, catch a train or bus to Gothenburg for the night.
Included Activities
- Train journey to Malmö via Oresund Bridge
- Leader-led walk through Malmö
Optional Activities
- Visit Malmö Old Town
- Visit Malmö Castle
- Visit Apoteket Lejonet (1896 Neo-Renaissance pharmacy)
- Rent a pedalboat on the canal
Landmarks/POIs Oresund Bridge Malmö Old Town Malmö Castle Apoteket Lejonet - Day 4
Gothenburg to Vrango Island
An early ferry takes you to Vrango Island, the southernmost spot in the Gothenburg Archipelago. There's an included kayaking activity (summer only), and you can relax on the beaches or spend free time in town. An optional floating sauna is available too. You'll head back to Gothenburg in the evening.
Included Activities
- Ferry to Vrango Island
- Kayaking activity (May to September)
Optional Activities
- Explore beaches
- Explore protected nature reserves
- Stroll around town
- Optional floating sauna
Landmarks/POIs Vrango Island - Day 5
Gothenburg to Alingsas
Travel to Alingsas, known as the Capital of Fika and a Swedish cafe culture hub. You'll tour traditional cafes with a local expert and learn about the town's coffee heritage. There's sampling of Swedish cinnamon buns, pastries, and other treats. By late afternoon, you're back in Gothenburg with free time to explore.
- Meals
- Lunch (Fika experience with Swedish cinnamon buns, biscuits, chocolate truffles, pastries and sandwiches)
Included Activities
- Guided Fika experience with local expert
- Visit traditional cafes
Optional Activities
- Visit Göteborg City Museum
- Explore architectural ensemble on Gustav Adolfs Torg
- Shop along main boulevard Avenyn
- Visit Skansen Kronan
- Stroll along Långgatan street
- Relax in Haga quarter
Landmarks/POIs Alingsas Göteborg City Museum Gustav Adolfs Torg Avenyn Skansen Kronan Långgatan Haga quarter - Day 6
Gothenburg to Oslo
A morning bus takes you across the border to Oslo, Norway. Your leader gives an orientation walk through this quirky, colourful city. The afternoon is yours to explore at your own pace, whether that's checking out food markets, glass works, or museums. Evening brings a group dinner with traditional Norwegian food.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner with traditional Norwegian fare based around cod and mackerel dishes)
Included Activities
- Bus transfer to Oslo
- Leader-led orientation walk
Optional Activities
- Explore Maschmanns Food Market
- Visit Hadeland Glassverk
- Stroll Karl Johans Gate
- Visit Munch Museum
- Traditional Norwegian dinner with group
Landmarks/POIs Maschmanns Food Market Hadeland Glassverk Karl Johans Gate Munch Museum - Day 7
Oslo
You have a completely free day to explore Oslo however you like. Consider walking up the Oslo Opera House roof, strolling through Vigeland Park, or catching a ferry to the Viking Ship Museum. Later in the evening, meet your new group for optional drinks or dinner.
Optional Activities
- Roam the roof of Oslo Opera House
- Stroll through Vigeland Park
- Visit Viking Ship Museum by ferry
- Group drinks or dinner in the evening
Landmarks/POIs Oslo Opera House Vigeland Park Viking Ship Museum - Day 8
Oslo
Your leader takes you on a morning orientation walk, then you have free time to explore. You can island hop on Oslofjord, browse the harbour-front art museum, visit the food hall, explore Akershus Castle, or shop in the trendy Grünerlokka district.
Included Activities
- Leader-led orientation walk
Optional Activities
- Island hopping on Oslofjord
- Visit Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art
- Visit food hall Vulkan
- Explore Akershus Castle & Fortress
- Shop in Grünerlokka district
Landmarks/POIs Oslofjord Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art Vulkan Akershus Castle & Fortress Grünerlokka - Day 9
Oslo to Bergen
Board a train that travels across the countryside and Hardangervidda Plateau toward Bergen. This route offers some of the highest altitude train travel between two European cities, passing through lush valleys, dramatic mountains, and beautiful lakes. You'll arrive late evening and have an optional group dinner.
Included Activities
- Train journey to Bergen via Fjell region and Hardangervidda Plateau
Optional Activities
- Seafood dinner with group
Landmarks/POIs Hardangervidda Plateau - Day 10
Bergen
Ride the Fløibanen funicular up to 1,050 feet for panoramic views of Bergen and the sea. If you want more activity, hiking trails are available. The afternoon is free to explore the World Heritage Bryggen area on your own, wandering the medieval homes and warehouses or visiting the preserved Hanseatic Museum.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Fløibanen funicular round trip
- Fløibanen hiking trails (optional during funicular visit)
Optional Activities
- Visit World Heritage Bryggen area
- Visit Hanseatic Museum
- Explore old Hanseatic port area
Landmarks/POIs Fløibanen Bryggen Hanseatic Museum - Day 11
Bergen to Gudvangen Fjord Region
Travel by bus through remote landscapes and valleys to reach the fjord area. You'll stay in traditional Norwegian huts surrounded by steep cliff walls with views of the Kjelsfossen waterfall. The location is near the village of Gudvangen.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bus journey through fjord landscapes
Landmarks/POIs Kjelsfossen waterfall - Day 12
Gudvangen Fjord Region
Take a boat trip through Naeroyfjord, a World Heritage site, seeing crisp mountain peaks reflected in glassy waters. This 18 km fjord narrows to just 250 metres wide but reaches depths of 500 metres, with surrounding peaks rising to 1,400 metres. You'll finish in Flam village with an optional railway ride or hiking, then return to Gudvangen by bus.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat cruise on Naeroyfjord to Flam
Optional Activities
- Railway ride from Flam to Myrdal
- Hiking and explore waterfalls
- Fishing in crystal waters (license required)
Landmarks/POIs Naeroyfjord Flam Myrdal - Day 13
Gudvangen to Lillehammer
A long bus journey takes you through vast high plains and remote valleys to Alpine Lillehammer. You'll pass through the Lørdal Tunnel, the world's longest road tunnel at 24.5 km, with illuminated 'mountain caves' every 6 km. Upon arrival, there's a brief orientation walk through this laid-back 19th-century town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bus journey through Lœrdal Tunnel
- Leader-led orientation walk in Lillehammer
Landmarks/POIs Lœrdal Tunnel Storgata - Day 14
Lillehammer
Visit the Maihaugen Open Air Museum this morning, which includes the Garmo Stave Church and timber-built farms showing 300 years of life in Gudbrandsdalen Valley. The afternoon is free to explore independently, hike misty mountains, or check out the Olympic Museum.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Maihaugen Open Air Museum including Garmo Stave Church
Optional Activities
- Mountain hiking
- Visit Olympic Museum
Landmarks/POIs Maihaugen Open Air Museum Garmo Stave Church Olympic Museum - Day 15
Lillehammer to Rattvik
Travel approximately 5 hours by private bus across the border into Sweden to reach Rattvik, a laid-back lakeside town in the heart of Swedish lakes, famous for the wooden Dala horse. You'll stay at a peaceful bed and breakfast located 7 km outside of town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private bus transfer to Rattvik
Landmarks/POIs Rattvik Lake Siljan - Day 16
Rattvik Lake Siljan Region
A special guided village safari led by local experts takes you through the region. You'll learn about the history and traditions of villages around Lake Siljan and mingle with locals. The rest of the day is free to explore the area, including boating, fishing, hiking, or artisan shopping.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch during village safari)
Included Activities
- Guided village safari with local experts
- Village visits and tours
Optional Activities
- Historic boat trip across Lake Siljan
- Fishing on the lake
- Hiking around the area
- Local artisan shopping
Landmarks/POIs Lake Siljan - Day 17
Rattvik to Stockholm
Travel by train to Stockholm, often called the 'Venice of the North' and Scandinavia's most beautiful city. You'll get an introductory orientation walk, then settle into your accommodation and explore at your own pace. Check out the world's longest modern art exhibition in the Tunnelbana subway system and wander narrow cobblestone streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train to Stockholm
- Orientation walk
Optional Activities
- Explore Tunnelbana (subway) art exhibition
- Wander cobblestone streets
- Visit Sundbergs Konditori on Jarntorget square (dating from 1785)
Landmarks/POIs Jarntorget Square Tunnelbana (Stockholm Subway) - Day 18
Stockholm
Visit the Vasa Museum to see the 17th-century warship that sank in 1628 and was salvaged in 1961, along with objects found within it. The afternoon is free to explore Stockholm's waterways by cruise, take a self-guided Millennium Walking Tour, visit the Abba Museum, or explore Drottningholm Palace. Evening options include exploring Sodermalm district or dining.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Vasa Museum
Optional Activities
- Stockholm waterways cruise past islets and narrow waterways
- Self-guided Millennium Walking Tour
- Visit Abba Museum
- Visit Drottningholm Palace
- Explore Sodermalm district
- Dine at Stockholm's top restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Vasa Museum Djurgarden Abba Museum Drottningholm Palace Gamla Stan Sodermalm Kungsholmen - Day 19
Stockholm to Helsinki
You have a completely free day to explore Stockholm. In the evening, you'll board an overnight ferry to Helsinki, Finland.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Overnight ferry to Helsinki
- Day 20
Helsinki
You'll arrive in Helsinki port in the morning and take public transport to your hotel. After a short orientation walk, the day is completely free. Visit the cathedral, Design Museum, the harbour-side market from 1889, or catch a ferry to Suomenlinna Sea Fortress. Optional traditional dinner with your group in the evening.
Included Activities
- Public transport to hotel
- Orientation walk
Optional Activities
- Visit Helsinki Cathedral
- Visit Design Museum
- Explore harbour-side market and market hall from 1889
- Ferry trip to Suomenlinna Sea Fortress
- Traditional dinner with group
Landmarks/POIs Helsinki Cathedral Design Museum Harbour-side Market Market Hall Suomenlinna Sea Fortress - Day 21
Helsinki
Your tour ends after breakfast with no further activities planned. You can depart your accommodation anytime. An optional extension stay is available upon request, subject to availability.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Extend stay in Helsinki (subject to availability)
