DAY 1 – STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN
Arrive in the beautiful city of Stockholm. Take some time to venture out on your own and get to know this relatively small city, built on 14 islands and connected by 57 bridges. Tonight, meet your fellow travellers for dinner.
Meals Included: Dinner
DAY 2 – STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN
Join a local expert to see Stockholm’s greatest vistas and attractions, including Gamla Stan (Old Town), Riddarholm Church, the Royal Palace, and the Parliament, on an historic and cultural walking tour. Enjoy a visit inside Stockholm’s stunning City Hall, which displays towering brick walls paired with an opulent interior.
This afternoon, it’s your choice! Explore the Vasa Ship Museum and learn about the vessel’s shocking maiden voyage, when it sank in a single nautical mile (the perfectly preserved ship, commissioned in the 1600s by King Vasa, was raised from the bottom of the harbour 334 years later) -OR- visit the ABBA Museum, an interactive exhibition about the Swedish pop sensation. The remainder of the day is yours to explore Stockholm independently. Discover its strikingly colourful architecture and sample its innovative cuisine.
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 3 – COPENHAGEN- OREBRO – GOTHENBURG
Bid farewell to Stockholm and set off by motor coach for a relaxing journey to Orebro. Situated between Stockholm and Gothenburg, this compact little city offers a wealth of intriguing history and contemporary appeal. Take some free time for lunch and exploring independently before continuing your journey to Gothenburg. Tonight, why not take an after-dinner stroll through the friendly and laid-back city streets before settling in for the night.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4 – GOTHENBURG – COPENHAGEN (DENMARK)
After a short morning walk around Gothenburg, set out into the country to visit Sofiero Palace, once a summer residence of the Swedish royal family. After a guided tour of the castle and included light lunch, continue to Denmark, ending the day in the cosmopolitan city of Copenhagen.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5 – COPENHAGEN
Join a local expert and set off on an engaging three-hour walking tour of Denmark’s capital city. See Nyhavn, the picturesque harbour lined with colourful facades and charming cafes, as well as Amelienborg Palace, the residence of the Danish Royal Family. Visit the famous Little Mermaid statue, and finish at Tivoli Gardens, the world’s second oldest amusement park.
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 6 – COPENHAGEN (Overnight Ferry Crossing)
This morning, it’s your choice! Visit the National Museum of Denmark for an audio-guided visit at your own pace -OR- take time on your own to explore the fascinating harbour front of the pretty Nyhavn district and soak in the hygge culture of the Danes. This afternoon, head to the ferry terminal for an overnight crossing to Oslo. After joining together for dinner on board, enjoy this local way of travel, taking advantage of the ferry’s amenities or simply relaxing, and later settle in for some rest in your overnight cabin.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7 – OSLO (NORWAY)
After disembarking the ferry mid-morning, your tour of Oslo begins. Travel by motor coach along Karl Johan Street and view the Royal Palace and city hall in quaint downtown Oslo. Visit Vigeland Park, home to the collection of statues and sculptures that comprise Gustav Vigeland’s life’s work. After lunch in one of Oslo’s oldest restaurants, continue on foot with your local guide to explore one of Europe’s fastest growing cities.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
