Scenic Scandinavia and Its Fjords

ARRIVE COPENHAGEN Destination Title

Copenhagen, Denmark

Welcome to Copenhagen - the enchanting Danish capital that inspired Hans Christian Andersen to share tales of mermaids, queens and ugly ducklings with the world. Spend the day embracing its quintessential hygge found throughout its charming streets before enjoying a late afternoon orientation drive and Welcome Reception with your Travel Director and travel companions.

Dinner

Marriott Hotel

COPENHAGEN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Destination Title

Copenhagen, Denmark

Join a 'Local Specialist' today for a fascinating sightseeing and walking tour of the iconic sights of Copenhagen. The Amalienborg Palace Quarter takes centre stage as you admire its 18th-century façades and equine statue of King Frederik V at its centre. You'll see the 17th-century Stock Exchange, Christianborg Palace and the Neo-Classical Cathedral before paying tribute to the tragic Little Mermaid who was willing to give up her life in the sea to become human.

Spend the rest of the day on your own, strolling through the city's streets, or embrace your inner child in Europe's oldest amusement park, the Tivoli Gardens.

Breakfast

Marriott Hotel

COPENHAGEN - ODENSE - RANDERS Destination Title

Randers, Denmark

Leave the fairy tales behind for the Danish island of Funen, and Odense, the city where Hans Christian Andersen was born. Continuing across the pastoral landscapes of the Jutland Peninsula, arrive in Randers, with its cozy half-timbered merchant houses and narrow medieval streets.

Tonight, we stay at one of Trafalgar's 'Stays with Stories' - the Hotel Randers, one of the oldest hotels in the area with original artwork and a VIP-rich guestbook.

Breakfast

Hotel Randers

RANDERS - STAVANGER Destination Title

Stavanger, Norway

Set sail from Hirtshals across the Skagerrak to the port of Kristiansand in Norway. Drive north past fjords, lakes and forests to the port city of Stavanger, one of Norway's oldest settlements - its heritage still evident in the beautifully preserved wooden buildings that date back to the 18th century.

Breakfast, Dinner

Thon Maritim

STAVANGER - BERGEN Destination Title

Bergen, Norway

Norway's spellbinding natural landscapes provide an inspiring backdrop for your island hop from Stavanger. Arriving in Bergen this afternoon, delve into the city's Hanseatic heritage, enjoying an orientation tour past the 13th-century Haakon's Hall, the bustling fish market and colourful Bryggen Quarter.

This evening, 'Connect With Locals' for a 'Be My Guest' dinner, visiting the Øvre-Eide farm, worked for five generations by the same family.

Breakfast, Dinner

Thon Orion

BERGEN FREE DAY Destination Title

Bergen, Norway

Enjoy a full free day in the cultural center of Bergen or ascend its funicular for spectacular views of the fjords and islands. Consider purchasing an Optional Experience to Telavåg, which played a significant role in the secret North Sea boat traffic between Norway and Great Britain during World War II.

Breakfast

Thon Orion

BERGEN – FLAM RAILWAY – SOGNEFJORD Destination Title

Flam, Norway

Drive east to the popular ski resort of Voss, where you'll board a train ascending over 860 metres above sea level. 'Dive Into Culture' on one of the world's most exciting train journeys, through the Flåm Valley past the Kjosfossen falls and legendary forest spirit who dances there to lure men into the mountains.

Destination Title

Sognefjord, Norway

Later, arrive in Sognefjord, the 'King of the Fjords', where you will stay overnight at one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories', the Sognefjord Hotel located on a peninsula stretching into the deep waters of the fjord. Step straight from your hotel into the great outdoors and soak up the breathtaking views.

Breakfast, Dinner

Sognefjord

SOGNEFJORD - GEIRANGER Destination Title

Geirangerfjord, Norway

Norway's incredible glacier countryside surrounds you as you follow the spectacular Sognefjord to Geirangerfjord - its deep blue waters surrounded by majestic snow-capped peaks and lush green landscapes, which you will have an opportunity to explore.

Destination Title

Geiranger, Norway

Tonight, you"ll stay on the shores of the fjord at one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' - Hotel Havila Geiranger.

Breakfast, Dinner

Geiranger

GEIRANGER FREE DAY Destination Title

Geiranger, Norway

Spend a full day admiring this spectacular natural wonder. Cascading waterfalls tumble down sheer cliffs into the glacial waters below, which you can explore by kayak or boat, soaking up the crisp, clean mountain air.

Consider an Optional Experience to the Trollstigen and see Norway's most famous mountain road, travelling past steep mountain slopes, tumbling cascades and fertile valleys. After a day in intoxicating natural surrounds, we dine in our hotel this evening.

Breakfast, Dinner

Geiranger

GEIRANGER - LOM -LILLEHAMMER Destination Title

Lom, Norway

A scenic drive from Geiranger through high peaks brings us to Lom, the gateway to the Jotunheimen Mountains. Here you will visit a 12th-century wooden Stave church, adorned with Runic inscriptions, paintings and carved dragon figures that are said to protect it against evil.

Destination Title

Lillehammer, Norway

Travel through the Gudbrandsdalen Valley, the inspiration for Ibsen's 'Peer Gynt', before arriving in Lillehammer, the proud host of the 1994 Winter Olympics. This evening before dinner, consider a walk along Storgata or visit the open-air museum at Maihaugen.

Breakfast, Dinner

Scandic Lillehammer Hotel

LILLEHAMMER - OSLO SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Destination Title

Oslo, Norway

See the unusual Olympic ice arena beside the lake at Hamar as you travel to Norway's cultural capital, Oslo. Join a 'Local Specialist' who will share the city's iconic sights, including views of the medieval fortress of Akershus, the Opera and 19th-century Royal Palace. Visit the fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park.

Spend the rest of the day as you wish. Enjoy a leisurely coffee in the Akker Bryge District or explore the nation's rich seafaring heritage. Consider purchasing an optional visit to the Fram Polar Ship Museum and Viking Ship Museum to see the world's best-preserved Viking ships and finds from Viking tombs found around the fjord.

Breakfast

Scandic Solli

OSLO - STOCKHOLM Destination Title

Stockholm, Sweden

Your tour crosses the border into Sweden today and continues via Karlstad on Lake Vänern, the largest lake in the European Union. Passing Örebro, arrive in the island-ringed capital of Stockholm for a two-night stay.

Breakfast

Clarion

STOCKHOLM SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Destination Title

Stockholm, Sweden

Meet your 'Local Specialist' this morning for a sightseeing tour of the waterside City Hall and see the medieval Storkyrkan, Riddarholm Church and the Royal Palace at the heart of Stockholm's quaint Old Town.

Spend the rest of the day exploring as you wish. This evening join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner to toast an unforgettable Scandinavian adventure.

Breakfast, Dinner

Clarion

DEPART STOCKHOLM Destination Title

Stockholm, Sweden

Your epic journey has come to an end. Bid Stockholm and your newfound friends a fond farewell. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.

Breakfast

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