Day 01: SATURDAY, ARRIVE COPENHAGEN
Arrival in Copenhagen, transfer arrangements on own to your hotel.
Please consult information bulletin at your hotel.
Accommodation at Copenhagen Admiral Hotel

Day 02: SUNDAY, COPENHAGEN
Scandinavian buffet breakfast at hotel. Morning orientation meeting with your tour escort. In the afternoon start a 3-hour city sightseeing tour covering the highlights of "Wonderful Copenhagen", passing the Royal Palace, Nyhavn, Old Stock Exchange, The Little Mermaid, Christiansborg Palace - housing of the Danish Parliament, plus much more.
Accommodation at Copenhagen Admiral Hotel

Day 03: MONDAY, COPENHAGEN - OSLO
After a tasty Danish buffet breakfast, morning free in Copenhagen. Afternoon transfer by coach to DFDS Seaways terminal for your overnight cruise to Oslo, departing at 17.00 hrs. Enjoy a delicious Scandinavian buffet dinner as you cruise gently up the Kattegat on your way to Oslo. There is dancing and entertainment on board, or you may prefer to sit out on deck and watch the sunset.
Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry your suitcases to and from the cabin.

Day 04: TUESDAY, OSLO - LOFTHUS IN HARDANGERFJORD
Breakfast onboard as you sail up the Oslo Fjord. After arrival at 9:15am disembark and board your private coach. Driving past Honefoss, Nesbyen and along the picturesque Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Continue across the scenic Hardanger Mountain Plateau to to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord, where we arrive at Lofthus, one of the most beautiful points of the fjord.
Dinner and accommodation at Resort Hotel Ullensvang, on the fjord.

Day 05: WEDNESDAY, LOFTHUS - BERGEN
After breakfast departure for Kinsarvik, to embark on a ferry crossing the Hardanger Fjord. Followed by drive along Hardangerfjord to Bergen, the old Hanseatic capital of Western Norway and gateway to the Fjords.
Accommodation at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, in the centre of the city, within walking distance of the Bryggen Harbor. In the afternoon a local guide will take you on a 3-hour Bergen city tour.

Day 06: THURSDAY, BERGEN - FLÅM RAILROAD - BALESTRAND
After a delicious buffet breakfast departure from Bergen to the town of Voss. Here you board a train which will take you across the mountain plateau to Myrdal where you will change to the World famous Flåm Railroad, the highlight of the day. Experience one of the most spectacular rail journeys as you descend to the quaint fjord village of Flåm. Here you will have some free time before embarking the afternoon ferry, which will carry you on a breathtaking crossing along the lovely Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in Norway. Disembarkation in Balestrand and arrival at your hotel, located on the edge of the stunning fjord.
Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Day 07: FRIDAY, BALESTRAND - BRIKSDAL GLACIER - LOEN
After breakfast departure from your hotel by a short ferry ride, drive along the fjord to Sogndal. Continue by coach along the scenic route, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei. After a short break you will continue to Loen and on to the Briksdal Glacier. From here you will travel by small motorized Troll cars to the edge of the glacier and experience the breathtaking blue ice. You will then descend to the beautiful Nord Fjord and Loen for a two night stay.
Dinner and accommodation at the Alexandra Hotel.

Day 08: SATURDAY, LOEN - GEIRANGER - LOEN
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure by coach, via Hellasylt where we will
take the ferry, crossing the dramatic and ever so impressive, UNESCO’s World
Heritage listed, Geiranger Fjord, situated among lush mountains and wild
waterfalls. We disembark in the village of Geiranger where we will have time to
admire and be inspired by this beautiful unspoiled landscape. Lunch is included
at the stunning 4th generation run Hotel Union, where you enjoy a 3 course lunch
with incredible views of the fjord. After lunch we board the coach and travel up to
the Dalsnibba viewpoint of Geiranger. This is probably the most fantastic view in the world, at 1,500 metres above sea level. After this we return to Loen and our hotel. Dinner at your hotel.
Dinner and accommodation at the Alexandra Hotel.

Day 09: SUNDAY, LOEN - OSLO
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure by coach towards the capital of Oslo, crossing the exciting Grotli Mountains to Lom, reknowned for its well preserved 12th century stave church. The tour continues descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley via Otta with late afternoon arrival into Oslo.
Accommodation at Clarion Royal Christiania Hotel.

Day 10: MONDAY, OSLO
Breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast meet your local English speaking guide fo a 3-hour Oslo sightseeing tour. You will enjoy a magnificent view of the Oslo Fjord from Holmenkollen and continue to visit highlighs such as the Viking Ship Museum, The Vigeland's Park. You will also pass the Royal Palace and the Karl Johan street on the way back. Afternoon free on own..
Accommodation at Clarion Royal Christiania Hotel.

Day 11: TUESDAY, OSLO - STOCKHOLM
After breakfast, continue by coach towards the Swedish border, crossing into the attractive province of Värmland via the city of Karlstad on Lake Vänern, the largest in Sweden. The tour continues through a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes to Mariefred, where you will make a stop to admire the outside of Gripsholm Castle. You will reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon.
Accommodation at Grand Hotel Stockholm, a Deluxe hotel ideally located in the city center.

Day 12: WEDNESDAY, STOCKHOLM
Breakfast at hotel followed by a 3 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. Highlight of the tour is a visit to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Halls, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year. Afternoon free in Stockholm, with possibility to visit the famous Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours on own.
Accommodation at Grand Hotel Stockholm.

Day 13: THURSDAY, STOCKHOLM - TALLINN
Before the Baltic Cruise to Helsinki, you have morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarcation on a ferry of the Tallink Line. 18.00 hrs: Departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the picturesque archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinner on board. Selection of entertainment, bars and shops.
Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC.

Day 14: FRIDAY, TALLINN
Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Tallinn. Arrival is scheduled for 10.00 hrs. Meet your local guide for transfer to your hotel followed by a 3 hours city tour. The sightseeing tour starts out by coach followed by a walking tour of Tallinn Old Town which includes Toompea Hill, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the Dome Church. As you walk back to your hotel you will pass the Latin quarter, where you will find open markets, studios and shops of local artisans. Afternoon is free.
Accommodation at Hotel Tallink City.

Day 15: SATURDAY, TALLINN - ST. PETERSBURG
Early breakfast followed by early departure by private coach to Narva where we will
enjoy an early lunch (included) at a local restaurant, and also make a stop by the famous
Narva Fortress. The Narva Fortress is located on the border to Russia which we
will cross after lunch, passing by rural villages, before arriving in St. Petersburg, a
city founded in 1703 by Tzar Peter the Great and one of the most beautiful cities
in Europe. Also known to the world as the "Northern Capital of Russia" and the
"the Venice of the North", St Petersburg was virtually unharmed by the 1930-50s
Stalinist reconstruction, and downtown dazzles the eye of a visitor with splendid
palaces, stylish monuments, straight avenues, beautiful bridges and other
attractions. St. Petersburg is filled with history and mystery. Where else would
you find a city which is only 300 years old, yet full of myths and legends! Early evening arrival at your hotel.
Accommodation at Novotel St. Petersburg Centre.

Day 16: SUNDAY, ST. PETERSBURG
Breakfast at hotel. Meet your local guide for a full day tour of the city by coach starting out at the famous Peterhof, the Palace of the Sea God Englis. Lunch is included today.
After lunch continue to the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum and state rooms of the Winter Palace. The days touring will also cover other highlights of the city, we will drive along the Nevsky Prospect - the heart of the city, and make picture stops at the Spit of
Vasilievsky Island, the Senates Square, the Peter and Paul’s Fortress and the St.
Isaac's Cathedral, the Art's Square and the Russian Museum as well as at the two magnificent churches, the "Spilled Blood" and the Nikolsky Cathedral. Return to the hotel.
Accommodation at Novotel St. Petersburg Centre.

Day 17: MONDAY, ST. PETERSBURG - HELSINKI
Breakfast at hotel. Departure by private coach bound for Finland, passing the historical medieval city of Vyborg, and then a short stop is made in Porvoo, the old wooden town, which is Finland’s second oldest. We continuing through Finland, the country of the lakes, before arrival in Helsinki, a cosmopolitan city due to its fascinating mixture of Swedish, Russian and international cultures. Late afternoon arrival.
Accommodation at Radisson SAS Plaza Hotel.

Day 18: TUESDAY, HELSINKI
Buffet breakfast at hotel. Morning 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more. During the afternoon you can explore the busy market place or the many souvenir shops close to the harbour. Finnish crystal and leather goods are an excellent buy.
Accommodation at Radisson SAS Plaza Hotel.

Day 19: WEDNESDAY, HELSINKI DEPARTURE
Buffet breakfast at hotel. Transfer on own to Airport for your flight home.

Price includes:
18 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki.
16 nights accommodation including daily buffet breakfasts, 6 dinners and 3 lunches as per itinerary, in centrally located first/deluxe class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.
Guided tours of Copenhagen, Bergen, Oslo, Stockholm, Tallinn, St. Petersburg and Helsinki, all entrances included as outlined.
All internal ferry crossings in Norway.
Train Voss-Myrdal and ride on Flåm Railroad Myrdal-Flåm.
2-night cruises Copenhagen - Oslo and Stockholm - Helsinki, incl. accommodation in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC, dinner and buffet breakfast on board.
Luggage assistance at all hotels.
Multi-lingual tour escort Days 02-18 (English, Spanish & Italian as needed).
Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.

NOTE!! RUSSIAN VISA MUST BE OBTAINED ON OWN. VISIT www.russianembassy.org FOR FEES, DETAILS AND FORMS. WE WILL PROVIDE THE REQUIRED VISA CONFIRMATION LETTER AND VOUCHER ONCE BOOKED AND CONFIRMED.

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Tours start in Copenhagen on Saturdays.