Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Copenhagen, Denmark
Arrive into Copenhagen this morning and transfer, on own, to your central hotel right by the pier. Copenhagen has a long history, and many delightful attractions and sights - you will never run out of something to see or to do. The city is small and cosy, an ideal way to explore the city is by foot, and public transport. Meet your escort and then join the group for a guided afternoon tour.
With the local guide, head off for a stroll through the charming streets and squares of Old Town, and see the impressive Danish Parliament, colorful Nyhavn, and the elegant Royal Palace of Amalienborg. Discover the must-sees of beautiful Copenhagen including Nyhavn and the Royal Palace on a private walking tour of its most famous sights.
Discover the charming streets and squares of Old Town, and see the impressive Danish Parliament, colorful Nyhavn, and the elegant Royal Palace of Amalienborg.
Day 2 - copenhagen
Today is a completely free day so you can sleep in, explore the cafes and restaurants or venture out of the city on a day tour.
Roskilde isn’t too far out of town if you want to visit the Viking Museum or art lovers can train to Louisiana. There is also a new adventure park with impressive towers and gardens to visit. Ask your local guide for some options. Enjoy this super cool city!
Day 3 - Copenhagen - Stockholm, Sweden
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and more of Copenhagen before transferring to the train station for your 3.5 hr train express train journey to Stockholm.
Sweden’s capital is charming, vibrant and surrounded by beauty and water - hence its nickname, Venice of the North! Stockholm offers interesting museums and castles; the city offers a warm atmosphere and the old town has charming small alleyways boasting several famous restaurants.
This afternoon, be sure to make time for a visit to the ABBA museum with great interactive exhibits - a glass of champagne (for Dutch courage to get on stage & the pure fun of it) to accompany your tour is recommended! On the other hand, take the serious option & visit the Nobel Prize museum in the Old town.
Day 4 - Stockholm
After breakfast (which is seriously one of the best breakfast buffets in Scandinavia), discover the must-sees of Stockholm’s historic Old Town, including the Royal Palace and the Cathedral on a guided walking tour of its charming cobbled streets.
Stockholm’s old town, Gamla Stan, is one of the city’s 14 islands. It is here, in the medieval part of the city, where everything began, the first buildings dating around 1200. This is not simply a museum area, but a lively part of the city where Stockholmers live, work, shop and go to school. The Old Town has narrow alleys and streets with cobbled stones, where your guide will introduce you to interesting historical sites, and tell you the story of how the city of Stockholm was founded and how Stockholmers live today.
See the Royal Palace and visit the island of Riddarholmen, including the Riddarholmen Church, which was built by Franciscan monks in the 1200s. Stop for a traditional Swedish cinnamon bun at a local bakery, and see old-fashioned hard candy being made at Polkagris Kokeri. You can sample some for yourself and pick up some to take home with you.
Day 5 - Stockholm - Helsinki, Finland
Spend some time shopping or even explore the waterways of Stockholm before transferring to the port to board the overnight ferry to Helsinki, Finland. Again, be sure to sit outside to watch the archipelago of islands go past - one of our favorite places in Scandinavia.
Day 6 - Helsinki
The Finnish capital is a compact city where the most important sights can easily be explored on foot. Meet your local guide this morning for a 3-hour stroll through the streets and squares of Helsinki. Senate Square, surrounded by the historical quarters and the iconic Lutheran Cathedral, is the place where the East meets the West and you will become familiar with Finland’s unique position between Sweden and Russia. A walk along the colorful Kauppatori market is an absolute must and entering the Old Market Hall will give you a taste of local delicacies such as reindeer meat and rye bread.
Crossing the Esplanade Park, and past Railway Station, one of the main landmarks, you will arrive to another square, Kansalaistori, which showcases the pulse of modern Nordic city. The walk will continue through the Töölö district to pay a visit to the Rock Church, a Lutheran shrine build inside a solid rock in the 1960’s and the most visited site of Helsinki. Return to the city centre like a local by tram. A panoramic tram ride passes through south Helsinki’s Art Nouveau and diplomatic districts.
Day 7 - Tallin, Estonia
Catch the express ferry from Helsinki this morning and travel across to Tallinn. Meet your local guide and discover the sights and stories of Tallinn’s beautiful Old Town and beyond on a 3-hour walking tour with a local guide. Winding cobblestone lanes and iron street lamps. Gothic spires and medieval markets. Centuries old buildings with their red tile roofs and hidden courtyards. This is the city’s famous Old Town.
Explore the most interesting sights of the medieval Old Town, as well as some of the most modern architecture of the town. The excursion will start with a brief history of Estonia and Tallinn as you enter one of the best-preserved Hanseatic towns in the world. In the Upper Old Town, you can admire Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - the largest Orthodox church in the city - as well as the Houses of Estonian Parliament and one of the oldest churches in Estonia, the Dome Church. Experience the panoramic views from Toompea Hills over the Lower Town and the rest of the city of Tallinn.
Later in the afternoon, you will ferry back across to Helsinki and head out for final dinner to celebrate this Scandinavian and Finnish adventure!
Day 8 - Depart Helsinki
After breakfast, transfer, on own, to the airport for you flight onwards.
