Norway in a Nutshell - Scandinavian American World Tours

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Table of Contents
MAP OF THE NORDIC REGION
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ESCORTED TOURS OF SCANDINAVIA
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ESCORTED TOURS IN NORWAY
Pages 14-15
SCANDINAVIAN CAPITALS
Pages 16-17
NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL FJORD TOURS
Pages 18-19
HURTIGRUTEN COASTAL VOYAGE
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NORWAY HIGHLIGHTS TOURS
Pages 21-23
NORWAY SELF-DRIVE TOUR
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FINLAND INDEPENDENT TOUR
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SWEDEN SELF-DRIVE TOURS
Pages 26-27
DENMARK SELF-DRIVE TOURS
Pages 28-29
ICELAND SELF-DRIVE TOURS
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NORTHERN LIGHTS ICELAND TOUR
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ICELAND ESCORTED TOURS
Pages 32-33
RUSSIA ESCORTED TOUR
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
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Escorted Tours: These vacations include an experienced English-speaking tour escort who takes care to ensure you get the
most from your Scandinavian adventure! You also get a chance to get acquainted with your fellow travelers. All include local
transportation, hotels, and most meals in a group setting.
Hurtigruten Coastal Voyage: This is the best way to experience the Land of the Midnight Sun or the Northern Lights! Such
remote wonders as the Lofoten Islands, the Trollfjord with its narrow rocky gateway, and the North Cape with its wild landscape
can be enjoyed by ship. Sail what has been called “The World’s Most Beautiful Voyage” and explore Norway’s coastal communities.
Independent Tours: The concept is to offer a variety of structured itineraries which can be customized to meet your specific
needs while traveling on your own.
Self Drive Tours: For those with a spirit of adventure and love for discovery, take the guessing out of planning and allow yourself to
make the best of your time. Your rental car will be waiting for you and your hotels are pre-booked, along with your route mapped out, to
make it easy and fun!
Call or email us today!
1-800-545-2204
[email protected]
Mikael & Linda Rasmussen
Owners of ScanAm World Tours, Inc.
Specializing in travel to Scandinavia since 1982
Hafjell Ski Resort north of Lillehammer
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www.ScandinavianTravel.com
Map of Nordic Region
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Escorted Tour
Norwegian fjord by Paffy
GRAND TOUR OF SCANDINAVIA
+ ST. PETERSBURG OPTION
Denmark–Norway–Sweden–Finland + Russia
15 Days / 14 Nights From $4895 Per Person Land Only
18 Days / 17 Nights
From $6624 Per Person Land Only
Tour Inclusions: (Base tour excluding Russia, land only)
• Superior First & First class city center hotels throughout
• Daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast, 12 dinners plus four lunches.
• Comprehensive guided sightseeing including entrance fees as applicable
• Cruise on the Aurlands, Nærøy & Geiranger Fjords
Day 01 – Saturday COPENHAGEN ARRIVAL
Upon arrival, transfer to hotel in connection with your
arriving flight. Use the rest of the day to relax or explore.
Dinner and overnight at ADMIRAL HOTEL Meals: D
Day 02 – Sunday COPENHAGEN
The day starts with a three hour guided tour of the city.
You will see Royal Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg
Castle, The Little Mermaid and much more. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. Tour escort will
provide you with entrance tickets to the famous Tivoli
Garden. Dinner on your own tonight in one of the many
excellent restaurants in Tivoli or Nyhavn area, located
next to your hotel. Overnight at
ADMIRAL HOTEL Meals: B
Day 03 – Monday COPENHAGEN to OSLO
After a hearty Danish breakfast you will have the day to
shop on the famous shopping street Stroeget, located
a couple of minutes from your hotel. Afternoon transfer
by coach to the DFDS Seaways terminal for your overnight cruise to Oslo departing at 4:45 pm. Dinner buffet
on board as you cruise north along the Swedish coast.
After dinner you are free to enjoy dancing and entertainment on board, or you may prefer to sit out on deck
and watch the sunset. Accommodations in 2-berth
outside cabin. DFDS SEAWAYS CRUISE Meals: B/D
Day 04 – Tuesday OSLO
Buffet breakfast is being served as you cruise along
Oslo Fjord with arrival in Oslo at 9:45 am. After
disembarking you will start your three hour tour of
the Norwegian capital. You will visit the impressive
Vigeland Sculpture Park and other must-see sights.
Afternoon is free. Dinner and overnight at
RADISSON BLU PLAZA HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Day 05 – Wednesday OSLO to ULVIK
Buffet breakfast followed by a visit to the famous
Viking Ship Museum. Afterwards departure from
Oslo, driving past the beautiful Tyri Fjord and along the
picturesque Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of
Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After
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• Flåm Mountain Railroad ride
• English-speaking tour escort throughout
• Luggage service at all hotels and to and from coach
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure
lunch cross the scenic Hardanger Mountain Plateau
to the Vøringsfoss Waterfall. Descend the amazing Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord.
Cross the Hardanger Bridge, then drive around the
Ulvik Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the
picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and overnight at
BRAKANES HOTEL Meals: B/L/D
Day 06 – Thursday ULVIK to BERGEN
After buffet breakfast, start off your scenic tour along
the beautiful Hardanger Fjord, arriving in Bergen, the
old Hanseatic capital of Western Norway and gateway
to the Fjords. Afternoon 2 hour tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the
famous Bryggen Harbor with its gabled packhouses
and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the
funicular to Mt. Fløien, for panoramic views of the city
and fjords way below. Dinner and overnight at
SCANDIC HOTEL ORNEN Meals: B/D
Day 07 – Friday BERGEN to BALESTRAND via FLÅM
After a delicious buffet breakfast, depart from Bergen
to the town of Voss. Board the train in Voss for a ride
on the beautiful Bergen Railway to Myrdal. Here you
will connect to the famous Flåm Railroad, descending
2.838 feet in about one hour. The ride offers opportunities for photos of waterfalls and spectacular scenery.
After a short rest in Flåm you will board a boat for a
2 hour cruise along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøey
Fjords, both branches of the Sogne Fjord, the longest
and deepest fjord in the world. After disembarking in
the village of Gudvangen you will continue by coach
through the amazing Stalheim Canyon and across the
Vika Mountains to Vangsnes for the short ferry crossing to Balestrand on the banks of the Sognefjord. Arrive into Balestrand in time for dinner and overnight at
KVIKNES HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Day 08 – Saturday A DAY IN THE FJORDS
Day free in Balestrand, providing you the opportunity
to spend a whole day relaxing and enjoying the beauty
and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional
Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining
room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on
the hotel’s terrace and enjoying the spectacular views.
We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium
and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or row
boat from the hotel, or even go hiking to the nearest
mountains. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand,
with its historic buildings can also be arranged. Dinner
and overnight at KVIKNES HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Day 09 – Sunday BALESTRAND to GEIRANGER
Morning departure by coach to Fjærland via Sogndal.
Continue under the Jostedal Glacier to Skei and beautiful Nord Fjord. From here a side trip will be made to the
famous Briksdal Glacier followed by lunch. After lunch
descend to Loen and Stryn to the picturesque village of
Hellesylt. This afternoon you will take a one hour ferry
cruise along the unforgettable Geiranger Fjord passing
close by the magnificent Seven Sisters and the Bridal
Veil water falls. Disembark in the beautiful Geiranger,
amidst some of the most fantastic scenery in the world.
Dinner and overnight at
UNION HOTEL Meals: B/L/D
Day 10 – Monday GEIRANGER to OSLO
Ascend the famous Serpentine Road with amazing
views of the fjord below, before crossing the rugged
Grotli Mountains to the village of Lom, famous for its
14th century stave church. The tour continues alongside Lake Vågå to Otta, then descends the wonderful
Gudbrands Valley towards the town of Lillehammer.
Lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues
along the banks of Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake,
then on to Oslo for a second stay. Dinner and overnight
at RADISSON BLU PLAZA HOTEL Meals: B/L/D
Day 11 – Tuesday OSLO to STOCKHOLM
Tour continues by coach towards the Swedish border,
crossing into the province of Varmland and on to the
city of Karlstad on Lake Vaneren for lunch. After lunch
continue east via forests and sparkling lakes to the
Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at CLARION HOTEL SIGN
Meals: B/L/D
Escorted Tour
Nyhavn in Copenhagen by Thomas Nykrog
Stockholm by Henrik Trygg
Guaranteed Departures
Tour Prices per person Double Land Only
15 days / 14 nights
Copenhagen - Helsinki
Tour Starts: Saturdays
Ends: Saturdays
July 04, 11, 18, 25
Price $4895
Single supplement $1414
18 days / 17 nights
Copenhagen - St Petersburg
Day 12 – Wednesday STOCKHOLM
After a good Scandinavian buffet breakfast, start on
a four hour guided tour of Stockholm. Famous sights
on the tour include the Royal Palace, the Parliament
Buildings, the island of Djurgården and the Old Town
(Gamla Stan), with its narrow cobbled streets and cozy
antique shops. The highlight of the tour is a visit to City
Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Hall, where the
Nobel Prize Banquet is held each year. Lunch on own.
Your tour escort will be happy to arrange optional visits
to the impressive Drottningholm Palace or the famous
Wasa Ship Museum in the afternoon. Dinner on own.
Overnight at CLARION HOTEL SIGN
Meals: B
Choice of entertainment, shops, casino and bars on
board. Accommodations in 2-berth Seaside cabins.
Overnight at SILJA LINE CRUISE
Meals: B/D
Day 13 – Thursday STOCKHOLM to HELSINKI
Morning is free in Stockholm to explore this beautiful
city, also known as Venice of the North because of its
many canals and waterways. Afternoon transfer to the
Silja Line pier for overnight cruise departure at 5:00 pm
bound for Helsinki. You will be sailing through the beautiful Stockholm archipelago before enjoying a grand
Smörgåsbord dinner.
Day 15 – Saturday HELSINKI DEPARTURE/
OPTIONAL EXTENSION For guests interested in
an optional tour extension to St. Petersburg, available on select dates, please see our web site for
itinerary details.. After breakfast a transfer is provided to Helsinki Airport. Meals: B
Day 14 – Friday HELSINKI
Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki.
Today’s schedule includes a morning tour of the city’s
major attractions such as the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park, Underground Temple and much more. Afternoon free to explore and shop in Helsinki. Dinner and
overnight at
HAVEN HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Ends: Tuesdays
July 04, 18
Price $6624
Norwegian cheese board by Duskbabe
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Escorted Tour
View from Balestrand courtesy Kviknes Hotel
FOUR CAPITALS TOUR
9 Days / 8 Nights
15 Days / 14 Nights
+ FJORDS OF NORWAY OPTION
Sweden–Finland–Denmark–Norway
Tour Inclusions: (Full tour, land only)
• Daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast, twelve dinners & four lunches.
Day 01 – Tuesday STOCKHOLM ARRIVAL
Transfer provided on arrival to your hotel. Use the day
to relax or to explore Stockholm on your own. Your tour
escort will meet you at the hotel this evening. Dinner
and overnight at CLARION HOTEL SIGN Meals: D
(Gamla Stan), with its narrow cobbled streets and cozy
antique shops. The highlight of the tour is a visit to City
Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Hall, where the
Nobel Prize Banquet is held each year. Lunch on own.
Your tour escort will be happy to arrange optional visits
to the impressive Drottningholm Palace or the famous
Wasa Ship Museum in the afternoon. Dinner on own.
Overnight at CLARION HOTEL SIGN
Meals: B
Morning is free in Stockholm to explore this beautiful
city, also known as Venice of the North because of its
many canals and waterways. Afternoon transfer to the
Silja Line pier for overnight cruise departure at 5:00 pm
bound for Helsinki. You will be sailing through the beautiful Stockholm archipelago before enjoying a grand
Smörgåsbord dinner. Choice of entertainment, shops,
casino and bars on board. Accommodations in 2-berth
outside Seaside cabins.
SILJA LINE CRUISE Meals: B/D
Day 04 – Friday HELSINKI to STOCKHOLM
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• Airport transfers on arrival and departure dates listed
major attractions such as the Senate Square, Uspenski
Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park, Underground Temple and much more.
Afternoon free to explore and shop in Helsinki before return to Silja Line terminal for your overnight
cruise back to Stockholm. This evening you will enjoy a 3-course dinner as you cruise along the coast
of Finland. Overnight in private outside cabin on
Day 05 – Saturday STOCKHOLM to COPENHAGEN
Buffet breakfast on board followed by arrival at 9:30
am. The tour continues by coach through the pleasant
countryside of Southern Sweden to the city of Klarälven,
situated near Lake Vättern. Stop for lunch. After
lunch continue through the provinces of Småland
and Skåne to the city of Malmö. Cross over the
Oresund Bridge to Denmark with early evening arrival into Copenhagen for dinner and overnight at
ADMIRAL HOTEL Meals: B/L/D
You will see Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg Castle, The Little Mermaid and much more. The afternoon
is free to explore on your own. Tour escort will provide
you with entrance tickets to the famous Tivoli Garden.
Dinner on own tonight in one of the many excellent restaurants in Tivoli or Nyhavn area, located next to your
hotel. Overnight at ADMIRAL HOTEL
Meals: B
a couple of minutes from your hotel. Afternoon transfer
by coach to the DFDS Seaways terminal for your overnight cruise to Oslo departing at 4:45 pm. Dinner buffet
on board as you cruise north along the Swedish coast.
After dinner you are free to enjoy dancing and entertainment on board, or you may prefer to sit out on deck and
watch the sunset. Accommodations in 2-berth outside
cabins. DFDS SEAWAYS CRUISE
Meals: B/D
Day 08 – Tuesday OSLO
Buffet breakfast is being served as you cruise along
Oslo Fjord with arrival in Oslo at 9:45 am. After disembarking you will start your three hour tour of the
Norwegian capital. You will visit the amazing Vigeland
Sculpture Park and other sights. Afternoon is free.
Meals: B/D
Day 09 – Wednesday OSLO to ULVIK
Clients opting to take the Four Capitals Tour excluding
The Fjords will have transfer to Oslo Airport for your
flight. For rest of group you will visit the famous Viking
Ship Museum, followed by departure from Oslo, driving
past the beautiful Tyri Fjord and along the picturesque
Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet
lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the
scenic Hardanger Mountain Plateau to the Vøringsfoss
Waterfall. Descend the amazing Måbødal Canyon
to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Cross the Hardanger
Bridge, then drive around the Ulvik Fjord, a branch of
the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik.
BRAKANES HOTEL Meals: B/L/D
Escorted Tours
Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen courtesy of Tivoli
Day 10 – Thursday ULVIK to BERGEN
After buffet breakfast, start of scenic tour along the
beautiful Hardanger Fjord, arriving in Bergen, the old
Hanseatic capital of Western Norway and gateway to
the Fjords. Afternoon 2 hour tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the
famous Bryggen Harbor with its gabled packhouses
and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on
the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for panoramic views of the
city and fjords way below. Dinner and overnight at
SCANDIC ORNEN HOTEL Meals: B/D
Day 11 – Friday
BERGEN to BALESTRAND via FLAM RAILROAD
After a delicious buffet breakfast, departure from Bergen via Dale to the town of Voss. Board the train in
Voss for a ride on the beautiful Bergen Railway to
Myrdal. Here you will connect to the famous Flåm
Railroad, descending 2.838 feet in about one hour.
Take photos of waterfalls and spectacular scenery!
After a short rest in Flåm you will board a boat for a 2
hours cruise along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøey
Fjords, both branches of the Sogne Fjord, the longest
and deepest fjord in the world. After disembarking in
the village of Gudvangen you will continue by coach
through the amazing Stalheim Canyon and across the
Vika Mountains to Vangsnes for the short ferry crossing to Balestrand on the banks of the Sognefjord.
Arrive Balestrand in time for dinner and overnight at
KVIKNES HOTEL Meals: B/D
Day 12 – Saturday
BALESTRAND - A DAY IN THE FJORDS
Day free in Balestrand, providing you the opportunity to spend a whole day relaxing and enjoying the
beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with
a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s
elegant dining room. You may want to spend the
morning relaxing on the hotel’s terrace and enjoying
the spectacular views. We can also recommend a
visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may
prefer to rent a bike or row boat from the hotel, or
even go hiking to the nearest mountains. A walking
tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings can also be arranged. Dinner and overnight at
Continue under the Jostedal Glacier to Skei and beautiful Nord Fjord. From here a side trip will be made to
the famous Briksdal Glacier followed by lunch. After
lunch descend to Loen and Stryn to the picturesque
village of Hellesylt. This afternoon you will take a one
hour ferry cruise along the unforgettable Geiranger
Fjord passing close by the magnificent Seven Sisters
Swedish strawberries by Vera Gummesson
and the Bridal Veil water falls. Disembark in the
beautiful Geiranger, amidst some of the most fantastic scenery in the world. Dinner and overnight at
UNION HOTEL Meals: B/L/D
back to Oslo for a second stay. Dinner and overnight at
Meals: B/L/D
Day 15 – Monday OSLO to USA
The morning is free until time for a transfer to Oslo
Airport. Meals: B
9 days / 8 nights
Stockholm - Oslo excluding Fjords
Tour Starts: Tuesdays
Ends: Wednesdays
June 30
July 07, 14, 21, 28
August 04
Price $2788
15 days / 14 nights
Stockholm - Oslo including Fjords
Ends: Tuesdays
June 30
July 07, 14, 21, 28
August 04
Price $4975
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Escorted Tour
Kviknes Hotel in Balestrand by David Young
SCENIC NORWAY
+ STOCKHOLM, HELSINKI & COPENHAGEN OPTIONS
Norway + Sweden - Finland - Denmark
8 Days / 7 Nights
10 Days / 9 Nights
14 Days / 13 Nights
From $2610 Per Person land Only
Tour Inclusions: (Full tour, Land only)
• Daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast, eleven dinners & five lunches
Day 01 – Tuesday OSLO ARRIVAL
Upon arrival, transfer to hotel in connection with your
arrival flight. Use the rest of the day to relax or explore.
The bustling Aker Brygge Harbor, Karl Johan shopping
street, and other attractions are all within walking distance of your hotel. Dinner and overnight at
Meals: D
Day 02 – Wednesday OSLO - ULVIK
Buffet breakfast at hotel followed by a visit to the famous Viking Ship Museum, before departure from
Oslo, driving past the beautiful Tyri Fjord and along the
Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After
lunch cross the scenic Hardanger Mountain Plateau
to the Vøringsfoss Waterfall. Descend the amazing
Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Cross
the Hardanger Bridge, then drive around the Ulvik
Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and overnight at
BRAKANES HOTEL
Meals: B/L/D
Day 03 – Thursday ULVIK - BERGEN
After buffet breakfast, start of scenic tour along the
beautiful Hardanger Fjord, arriving in Bergen, the old
Hanseatic capital of Western Norway and gateway to
the Fjords. Afternoon 2 hour tour of Bergen town, plus a
ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for panoramic views
of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and overnight
at SCANDIC ORNEN HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Day 04 – Friday BERGEN to BALESTRAND via FLÅM
After buffet breakfast, departure from Bergen to
the town of Voss. Board the train in Voss for a
ride on the beautiful Bergen Railway to Myrdal.
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• Airport transfers on arrival and departure dates listed
Here you will connect to the famous Flåm Railroad,
descending 2.838 feet in about one hour. The ride offers opportunities for photos of spectacular scenery.
After a short rest in Flåm you will board a boat for a 2
hours cruise along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøey
Fjords, both branches of the Sogne Fjord. After disembarking in the village of Gudvangen you will continue by coach through the amazing Stalheim Canyon
and across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes for a
ferry crossing to Balestrand. Dinner and overnight at
Day 05 – Saturday A DAY IN THE FJORDS
Day free in Balestrand to spend relaxing and enjoying
the beauty and nature of the fjords. Start with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant
dining room. We can recommend a visit to the local
aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a
bike or row boat from the hotel, or go hiking to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the historic village of
Balestrand can also be arranged. Dinner and overnight
at KVIKNES HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Continue by coach under the Jostedal Glacier to Skei
and beautiful Nord Fjord. From here a side trip will
be made to the famous Briksdal Glacier followed by
lunch. After lunch descend to Loen and Stryn to the
picturesque village of Hellesylt. This afternoon you will
take a one hour ferry cruise along the unforgettable
Geiranger Fjord passing close by the magnificent Seven Sisters and the Bridal Veil water falls. Disembark
in the beautiful town of Geiranger, amidst some of the
most fantastic scenery in the world. Dinner and overnight at famous UNION HOTEL
Meals: B/L/D
back to Oslo for a second stay. Dinner and overnight at
Meals: B/L/D
For guests on 7 night tour Oslo - Oslo, this tour ends
after breakfast, with transfer to Oslo Gardermoen
Airport to connect with your flight. Tour continues by
coach towards the Swedish border, crossing into the
province of Varmland and on to the city of Karlstad on
Lake Vaneren for lunch. After lunch continue east via
forests and sparkling lakes to the Swedish capital in
the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at
CLARION HOTEL SIGN Meals: B/L/D
(Gamla Stan), with its narrow cobbled streets and
cozy antique shops. The highlight of the tour is a visit
to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Hall,
where the Nobel Prize Banquet is held each year.
Lunch and dinner on your own today. Overnight at
CLARION HOTEL SIGN Meals: B
Escorted Tour
Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen by Klaus Bentzen
For guests on 9 night tour Oslo - Stockholm, this tour
ends after breakfast, with transfer to Stockholm Arlanda Airport to connect with your flight. Morning is free
in Stockholm to explore this beautiful city. Afternoon
transfer to the Silja Line pier for overnight cruise
departing at 5:00 pm bound for Helsinki. You will be
sailing through the beautiful Stockholm archipelago
before enjoying a grand Smörgåsbord dinner. Accommodations in 2-berth outside Seaside cabins.
Day 11 – Friday HELSINKI to STOCKHOLM
major attractions such as the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park, Underground Temple and much more. Afternoon free to explore and shop in Helsinki before return
to Silja Line terminal for your overnight cruise back
to Stockholm. This evening you will enjoy a 3-course
dinner as you cruise along the coast of Finland. Overnight in private outside cabin on
Day 12 – Saturday STOCKHOLM to COPENHAGEN
Buffet breakfast on board followed by arrival at 9:30
am. The tour continues by coach through the pleasant
countryside of Southern Sweden to the city of Klarälven, situated near Lake Vättern. Stop is made for
lunch. After lunch continue through the provinces of
Småland and Skåne to the city of Malmö. Cross over
the Oresund Bridge to Denmark with early evening arrival into Copenhagen for dinner and overnight at
ADMIRAL HOTEL
Meals: B/L/D
You will see Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg Castle,
The Little Mermaid and much more. The afternoon is free
to explore on your own. Tour escort will provide you with
entrance tickets to the famous Tivoli Garden. Dinner on
own tonight in one of the many excellent restaurants in
Tivoli or the charming Nyhavn area, which is located
next to your hotel. Overnight at
ADMIRAL HOTEL
Meals: B
Salmon filet by Voltan
Day 14 – Monday COPENHAGEN to USA
After a hearty Danish breakfast a transfer is provided
to Copenhagen Airport. Meals: B
8 days/7 nights
Oslo - Oslo
Ends: Tuesdays
June 09 & Aug 18 $2610
June 16, 23, 30 $2670
July 07, 14, 21, 28 $2670
Aug 04, 11 $2670
Single Supplement $514
10 days/9 nights
Oslo - Stockholm
Ends: Thursdays
Price $3140
June 23, 30
July 07, 14, 21, 28
Aug 04, 11
14 days/13 nights
Oslo - Copenhagen
Ends: Mondays
Price $4599
June 23, 30
July 07, 14, 21, 28
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Escorted Tour
Dalsnibba Norway by Espen Mills
THREE CAPITALS & THE FJORDS OF NORWAY
+ TALLINN, ST PETERSBURG & MOSCOW OPTIONS
Denmark–Norway–Sweden + Russia
13 Days / 12 Nights
19 Days / 18 Nights
22 Days / 21 Nights
Tour Inclusions: (Base tour, land only)
• Deluxe & First class city center hotels throughout
• Daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast, five dinners & one lunch
• Comprehensive guided sightseeing in English and entrance
fees as applicable
Day 01 – Saturday COPENHAGEN
Arrive in Copenhagen, transfer on your own to your
hotel. Overnight at
5* COPENHAGEN MARRIOTT HOTEL Meals: None
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. Overnight at
COPENHAGEN MARRIOTT HOTEL
Meals: B
a couple of minutes from your hotel. Afternoon transfer by coach to the DFDS Seaways terminal for your
overnight cruise to Oslo departing at 4.45 pm. Dinner
buffet on board as you cruise north along the Swedish
coast. After dinner you are free to enjoy dancing and
entertainment on board, or you may prefer to sit out on
deck and watch the sunset. Accommodations in Commodore queen-berth outside cabin.
DFDS SEAWAYS CRUISE
Meals: B/D
Day 04 – Tuesday
OSLO to LOFTHUS IN HARDANGERFJORD
Breakfast onboard as you sail up the Oslo Fjord. After
arrival at 9:45 am disembark and board your private
coach. Driving past Honefoss, Nesbyen and along the
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• Flåm Mountain Railroad ride one-way Voss-Myrdal-Flåm
• Multi-lingual English-speaking tour escort from Day 2
• Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats
• Luggage service at all hotels plus to and from coach
Geilo. Continue across the scenic Hardanger Mountain Plateau to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord, where we
arrive at Lofthus, one of the most beautiful points of
fjord. Dinner and overnight in a fjord-view room at
4* ULLENSVANG HOTEL & RESORT
Meals: B/D
Day 05 – Wednesday LOFTHUS to BERGEN
After breakfast, depart for Kinsarvik, crossing the Hardanger Bridge. Then drive along the Hardangerfjord
to Bergen, the old Hanseatic capital of Western Norway and gateway to the Fjords. In the afternoon a local guide will take you on a 2-hour Bergen city tour.
Overnight at
4* RADISSON BLU ROYAL HOTEL
Meals: B
Day 06 – Thursday
BERGEN to FLÅM to BALESTRAND
After a delicious buffet breakfast, depart 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. Arrive in Balestrand
at your hotel, located on the edge of the stunning
fjord. Dinner and overnight in a fjord-view room at
4* KVIKNES HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Day 07 – Friday
BALESTRAND to GEIRANGER via GLACIER
After breakfast departure from your hotel for a short
ferry ride, drive along the fjord to Sogndal. Continue by
coach 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. The coach will then drive via
Loen and Stryn, making a stop at the Dalsnibba viewpoint (weather permitting). Continue on to Geiranger
to your hotel, the stunning Union Hotel. Here we will
spend two nights in the wonderful surroundings of
mountains and fjords. Arrive into Geiranger in time for
dinner and overnight in a fjord-view room at
4* UNION HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Day 08 – Saturday GEIRANGER
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day by taking the ferry
from Geiranger to Hellesylt, crossing the dramatic and
impressive UNESCO’s World Heritage listed Geiranger
Fjord. After disembarkation in Hellesylt, we will board
the coach and travel north to Trollstigen or Troll’s Path,
one of the most dramatic and visited areas in Norway.
Travel the 11 hairpin turns on this stunning stretch of
road that winds its way along 100 km of incredible
landscape (weather permitting). Lunch stop en-route
(lunch is not included). Afternoon return to the hotel
with a special tour of its classic car collection included .
Dinner and overnight in a fjord-view room at
UNION HOTEL Meals: B/D
Escorted Tour
Copenhagen Opera House courtesy VisitDenmark
Norwegian Museum of Cultural History by Marek Pilar
Day 09 – Sunday GEIRANGER to OSLO
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure by coach towards the capital of Oslo, crossing the exciting Grotli
Mountains to Lom, renowned for its well preserved
12th century stave church. The tour continues descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley via Otta
with late afternoon arrival into Oslo. Overnight at the
famous 5* HOTEL CONTINENTAL
Meals: B
Day 10 – Monday OSLO
Breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast meet your local English speaking guide for a 3-hour Oslo sightseeing tour. You will enjoy a magnificent view of the Oslo
Fjord from the new Opera House before continuing
to Bygdoey to visit highlights 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. Overnight at
HOTEL CONTINENTAL
Meals: B
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. Overnight at
5* GRAND HOTEL
Meals: B
Breakfast at hotel followed by a 3 hour 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. Overnight at GRAND HOTEL
Meals: B
Day 13 – Thursday
STOCKHOLM DEPARTURE / OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS
For guests interested in optional tour extensions to St.
Petersburg and Moscow via Tallinn & Helsinki, available on all 10 departure dates, please see our web
site for itinerary details. Tour name is Scenes of The
North. After breakfast a transfer on own to Stockholm Airport. Meals: B
Swedish Crayfish party by Davthy
13 days/12 nights
Copenhagen - Stockholm
Tour Ends: Thursdays
Price $4520
May 30
June 13, 27
July 11, 18, 25
August 01, 08, 15 & 22
Single Supplement: $1421
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Escorted Tour
Stock Exchange and Christianborg Palace Copenhagen by Thomas Nykrog
FABULOUS SCANDINAVIA
+ HELSINKI, ST. PETERSBURG & MOSCOW OPTIONS
Denmark-Norway-Sweden + Finland-Russia
Tour Inclusions: (Base tour, land only)
• Moderate & First class city center hotels throughout
• Daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast and four dinners
• Guided tours in dual-language (English & Spanish only) with local
guide in Copenhagen, Bergen, Oslo and Stockholm,
all entrances included as outlined
• Ferry crossing in Norway
• Overnight cruise Copenhagen - Oslo, with accommodation
in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC & porter service
• Luggage handling at hotels except on arrival and departure days
Day 01 – Thursday ARRIVE COPENHAGEN
Arrive in Copenhagen, transfer arrangements on your
own to your hotel. In the afternoon, meet your tour
escort and learn more about the upcoming tour.
Accommodations at
4* SCANDIC COPENHAGEN HOTEL Meals: None
You arrive in the beautiful Hallingdal Valley. Here you
will visit Gol followed by Geilo, a small town surrounded
by mountains and famous for its ski resorts. Dinner and
accommodation at
4* DR. HOLMS HOTEL & SPA
Meals: B/D
Day 02 – Friday
COPENHAGEN - OSLO VIA OVERNIGHT FERRY
Scandinavian buffet breakfast at hotel. This morning
start a 3-hour city sightseeing tour with a local Englishspeaking guide covering the highlights of “Wonderful
Copenhagen”, including Royal Palace, Nyhavn harbor,
and The Little Mermaid, ending back at the hotel. Afternoon transfer by coach to DFDS Seaways terminal for
your overnight cruise to Oslo. Enjoy this cruise up the
Kattegat on your way to Oslo. There is plenty to enjoy on
board. Overnight in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/
WC. DFDS SEAWAYS CRUISE Meals: B/D
Day 04 – Sunday GEILO - BERGEN
Breakfast at your hotel. This morning you head
towards the Hardanger Fjord and make a stop at the
Voringfoss waterfall that thunders down 597 feet from the
Hardanger Plateau. Then it is a short drive via Eidfjord to
Brimnes, where you will cross the new Hardanger Bridge
to Bergen, the gateway to the fjords and Norway’s
second largest city. In the afternoon you will enjoy a
city sightseeing tour which includes St. Mary’s Church,
Haakon’s Hall, the fish market and the old Bryggen area. Evening is at leisure. Accommodation at
4* SCANDIC ORNEN HOTEL Meals: B
Day 03 – Saturday OSLO - GEILO
Breakfast onboard as you sail up the Oslo Fjord into
Oslo. Morning arrival, disembark and board your
private coach for a panoramic city sightseeing tour
in the Norwegian capital. You will enjoy the view
from the Opera house before heading off to Bygdoy Island. Onward to the Vigeland’s Park, to view
the sculptures of Gustav Vigeland. We will also pass
by the Royal Palace and the main street, Karl Johan. The tour ends downtown, where you will be free
to explore at your own pace. Early in the afternoon
your tour continues, surrounded by scenic landscape.
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Day 05 – Monday BERGEN - STALHEIM
Breakfast at your hotel. Morning is at leisure to
further explore the stunning city of Bergen. Early
afternoon departure to the historic town of Voss, with
a stunning background of snow clad mountains. After a short break, your journey continues towards
Naeroy valley where your hotel is situated. The
rest of the afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the stunning views down the Stalheim Gorge. Dinner and
accommodation at 3* STALHEIM HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Day 06 – Tuesday STALHEIM - FLAM - FAGERNES
Breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast the coach
continues down the Naeroy valley to Gudvangen where
you embark on a ferry that takes you along the
Naeroyfjord, one of the narrowest and most
popular fjord journeys in Norway. Disembark in the
stunning village of Flam where you will have some
free time. Here you will have an opportunity to try the
Flam Railway (OPTIONAL), one of the most famous
and breathtaking railway journeys in the world. In the
afternoon the coach journey continues along the
Aurlandfjord, via Aurland and Lærdal. A photo stop is
made at the popular Borgund Stave Church (entrance
not included) before continuing on to Fagernes for an
overnight. Dinner and accommodation at 4* QUALITY
HOTEL & RESORT FAGERNES
Meals: B/D
Day 07 – Wednesday FAGERNES - OSLO
Breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast you travel
towards Oslo. Early afternoon arrival in Oslo and
check-in at your hotel. Afternoon is at leisure to
further explore the Norwegian Capital. Why not take a
harbor cruise or visit one of the many fantastic museums
(OPTIONAL). Evening is at leisure. Accommodation at
4* CLARION HOTEL ROYAL CHRISTIANIA Meals: B
Day 08 – Thursday OSLO - STOCKHOLM
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart Oslo and head for
Stockholm, passing through Norwegian and Swedish
forests, and through the region of Varmland, the home
of many legends. Late afternoon arrival to Stockholm,
Escorted Tour
Stockholm by Ola Ericson
the capital of Sweden, for check-in at your hotel.
Evening is at leisure. Accommodation at
4* SCANDIC GRAND CENTRAL HOTEL Meals: B
Helsinki and Russia, please see our web site for itinerary details. After breakfast, transfer on your own to
Stockholm Airport.
Meals: B
10 days / 9 nights
Copenhagen - Stockholm
Day 9 – Friday STOCKHOLM
Breakfast at your hotel. Meet your local guide and
depart by private coach for a city sightseeing tour
of Stockholm. The city of Stockholm is built on
14 islands and connected by 57 bridges. It embraces
the unique character of the 13th century Old Town
and is proudly called Beauty on Water. Discover a
city of contrasts as you go back 750 years in time and
feel the medieval atmosphere of the Old Town “Gamla
Stan” while you wander through the narrow streets.
The seven hundred year old cathedral of Stockholm
can be seen during your stroll in the Old Town, where
you will also get a chance to see Stortorget. The tour
ends back at the hotel. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation at
4* SCANDIC GRAND CENTRAL HOTEL Meals: B
Day 10 – Saturday
STOCKHOLM DEPARTURE/OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS
For guests interested in optional tour extensions to
View of Stalheim Canyon courtesy de Historiske
Tour Starts: Thursdays
Tour Ends: Saturdays
Price: $2318
June 04, 11, 18
July 02, 16, 30
Aug. 06, 13, 20 & Sep. 03
12 Days / 11 Nights
Copenhagen - Helsinki
Gudvagen Norway by Victor Pelaez Torrez
Tour Ends: Mondays
Price: $2785
June 04, 11, 18
July 02, 16, 30
Aug. 06, 13, 20 &
Sep. 03
16 Days / 15 Nights
Copenhagen – St. Petersburg
Tour Ends: Fridays
Price: $3624
June 04
Price: $3501
June 11, 18, July 02, 16, 30
Aug. 06, 13, 20 & Sep. 03
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Escorted Tour
Geirangerfjord by Øyvind Heen Visitnorway.com
LAND OF THE FJORDS
6 Days / 5 Nights - Bergen to Oslo
Tour Inclusions: (land only)
• Daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast, five dinners & two lunches
Day 01 – Thursday ARRIVE BERGEN
Transfer provided from Bergen Airport to your hotel in
connection with your flight arrival or from Hurtigruten
Coastal Voyage quay. The hotel is located in the center
of the city, within walking distance of the Bryggen Harbor. Remainder of the day to explore Bergen or take an
optional tour. Tonight your tour escort will host your group
dinner and give you a chance to meet your fellow travelers.
Dinner & overnight at SCANDIC ORNEN HOTEL Meals: D
Day 02 – Friday
BERGEN to BALESTRAND via FLÅM RAILROAD
After a delicious buffet breakfast, depart from
Bergen via Dale to the town of Voss. Board the train
in Voss for a ride on the beautiful Bergen Railway to
Myrdal. Here you will connect to the famous Flåm
Railroad, descending 2,838 feet in about one hour.
The ride offers opportunities for photos of waterfalls
and spectacular scenery. After a short rest in Flåm
you will board a boat for a 2 hour cruise along the
narrow Aurlands and Nærøey Fjords, both branches
of the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in
the world. After disembarking in the village of Gudvangen you will continue by coach through the
amazing Stalheim Canyon and across the Vika
Mountains to Vangsnes for the short ferry crossing
to Balestrand on the banks of the Sognefjord. Arrival into Balestrand in time for dinner and overnight at
KVIKNE’S HOTEL Meals: B/D
Day 03 – Saturday DAY IN THE FJORDS
Day free in Balestrand, providing you the opportunity
to spend a whole day relaxing and enjoying the beauty
and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional
Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining
room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on
the hotel’s terrace and enjoying the spectacular views.
We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and
art gallery, or a walking tour of the village of Balestrand,
with its historic buildings can also be arranged. Dinner
and overnight at KVIKNES HOTEL
Meals: B/D
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• Airport transfers on arrival and departure dates
Continue under the Jostedal Glacier to Skei and beautiful Nord Fjord. From here a side trip will be made to the
famous Briksdal Glacier followed by lunch. After lunch
descend to Loen and Stryn to the picturesque village of
Hellesylt. This afternoon you will take a one hour cruise
along the unforgettable Geirangerfjord passing close by
the magnificent Seven Sisters and the Bridal Veil water
falls. Disembark in the beautiful Geiranger, amidst some
of the most fantastic scenery in the world.
Dinner and overnight at UNION HOTEL Meals: B/L/D
14th century stave church. The tour continues alongside
Lake Vågå to Otta, then descends the wonderful
back to Oslo for a second stay. Dinner and overnight
at RADISSON BLU PLAZA HOTEL Meals: B/L/D
Day 06 – Tuesday OSLO DEPARTURE
The morning is free until time for transfer to
Oslo Airport.
Meals: B
Lom 12th century Stave Church By TasStock
6 days / 5 nights
Bergen - Oslo
Tour Ends: Tuesdays
Price: $2165
June 11, 18, 25,
Jul 02, 09, 16, 23, 30
Aug 06, 13, 20
Escorted Tour
Flam by Harald M. Valderhaug
MAGICAL NORWAY
9 Days / 8 Nights - Oslo to Oslo
Briksdal Glacier by Perov Stanislav
Tour Inclusions: (Full tour, land only)
• First & Deluxe class city center hotels throughout
• Daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast & four dinners
• Comprehensive guided sightseeing in English including
entrance fees as applicable
Day 01 – Monday OSLO ARRIVAL
Arrival in Oslo, transfer on your own to your hotel. Overnight
at the famous 5* HOTEL CONTINENTAL Meals: None
Day 02 – Tuesday
OSLO to LOFTHUS IN HARDANGERFJORD
Breakfast at your hotel. This morning meet and greet with
your tour escort and board your private coach. Drive past
Honefoss, Nesbyen and along the picturesque Halling
Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Continue across
the scenic Hardanger Mountain Plateau to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord, where we arrive at Lofthus, one of the most
beautiful points of the fjord. Dinner and overnight in a fjordview room at
4* ULLENSVANG HOTEL & RESORT
Meals: B/D
Day 03 – Wednesday LOFTHUS to BERGEN
After breakfast depart for Kinsarvik, crossing the
Hardanger Bridge. Drive along Hardangerfjord to Bergen, the old Hanseatic capital of Western Norway and
gateway to the Fjords. In the afternoon a local guide
will take you on a 2-hour Bergen city tour. Overnight at
4* RADISSON BLU ROYAL HOTEL
Meals: B
Day 04 – Thursday
BERGEN to FLÅM to BALESTRAND
After a delicious buffet breakfast you continue to the town
of Voss. Here you board the train to Myrdal where you will
change to the world famous Flåm Railroad, one of the most
spectacular rail journeys in the world. Once in Flåm you will
have some free time before boarding the afternoon ferry,
which will take you on a breathtaking crossing of the Sognefjord, the longest and deepest fjord in Norway. Arrive in
Balestrand at your hotel. Dinner and overnight in a fjordview room at
4* KVIKNES HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Day 05 – Friday
BALESTRAND to GEIRANGER via GLACIER
After breakfast depart by coach via Sogndal to Skei,
passing under the Jostedal Glacier. After a short break you
• Flåm Mountain Railroad ride one-way Voss-Myrdal-Flåm
• Luggage service at all hotels plus to and from coach
will continue to Loen and on to the Briksdal Glacier.
Then you will travel by motorized Troll cars to the edge
of the glacier and experience the breathtaking blue ice.
We board the coach again, driving via Loen and Stryn,
making a stop at the Dalsnibba viewpoint (weather permitting). Continue on to Geiranger, to your hotel, the
stunning Union Hotel. Here we will spend two nights in
a fjord-view room. Dinner and overnight at
4* UNION HOTEL
Meals: B/D
Day 06 – Saturday GEIRANGER
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning we will take the ferry
to Hellesylt, crossing the Geiranger Fjord. After disembarkation, we will travel north to Trollstigen or Troll’s Path,
one of the most dramatic and visited areas in Norway.
Travel the 11 hairpin turns on this stunning stretch of road
that winds its way along 100 km of incredible landscape
(weather permitting). Lunch stop en-route (lunch is not included). Afternoon return to the hotel including a special
tour of its classic car collection. Dinner and overnight at
UNION HOTEL Meals: B/D
Day 07 – Sunday GEIRANGER to OSLO
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning departure by coach
towards the capital of Oslo, crossing the exciting Grotli
Mountains to Lom, renowned for its well preserved 12th
century stave church. The tour continues descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley via Otta with late
afternoon arrival into Oslo. Overnight at
5* HOTEL CONTINENTAL
Meals: B
Day 08 – Monday OSLO
Breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast meet your local
English speaking guide for a 3-hour city sightseeing tour.
You will enjoy a magnificent view of the Oslo Fjord from
the new Opera House before continuing to visit highlights
such as the Viking Ship Museum and The Vigeland’s
Park. You will also pass the Royal Palace and Karl Johan
street on the way back. Afternoon on your own. Overnight
at
HOTEL CONTINENTAL
Meals: B
Day 09 – Tuesday OSLO DEPARTURE
After buffet breakfast, transfer on your own.
Meals: B
9 days / 8 nights
Oslo - Oslo
Tour Starts: Mondays
Tour Ends: Tuesdays
Price: $2985
June 01, 15, 29
July 13, 20, 27
Aug 03, 10, 17 & 24
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Independent Tour
Drottningholm Palace Stockholm by Melker Dahlstrand
SCANDINAVIAN CAPITALS
COPENHAGEN, STOCKHOLM, OSLO & THE FJORD REGION INCLUDING BERGEN - THE FULL TOUR
COPENHAGEN - STOCKHOLM - OSLO + THE FJORD REGION
This tour features three nights in Copenhagen, rail to Stockholm, three nights in Stockholm, rail to Oslo, two nights in the
Copenhagen - Stockholm - Oslo - Flåm - Bergen
perfect way to see the three capitals plus the spectacular fjords.
12 days/11 Nights
COPENHAGEN – STOCKHOLM - OSLO
From $2270
This tour focuses on each capital and features three nights in Copenhagen, then a scenic train ride to Stockholm for
Copenhagen - Stockholm - Oslo
9 days/8 Nights
three nights followed by another train journey to Oslo. It is the perfect way to connect Denmark, Sweden and Norway.
STOCKHOLM - OSLO & THE FJORD REGION
From $1360
This tour features three nights in Stockholm, then a scenic train ride through the Swedish countryside to Oslo, two nights
Stockholm - Oslo - Flåm - Bergen
9 days/8 Nights
in the Capital city of Oslo, then the lovely Norway in a Nutshell Tour with a stay in the fjords, plus two nights in Bergen.
This way you can combine Sweden with the best of Norway.
From $1710
OSLO & THE FJORD REGION
Oslo - Flåm - Bergen
6 days/5 Nights
Capital city of Oslo, then the lovely Norway in a Nutshell Tour with a stay in the fjords, plus two nights in Bergen. It is the
This tour features two nights in the Capital city of Oslo, then the lovely Norway in a Nutshell Tour with a stay in the fjords,
plus two nights in Bergen. It is the perfect way to see the best sights of Norway in 6 days.
From $1165
Tour Inclusions: Based on 12 day tour Copenhagen-Bergen
• Tourist Class or First class city center hotels as
per your rate selection
• Daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast + one dinner
• 2nd/standard class train tickets including seat reservations as needed
Day 01 – COPENHAGEN ARRIVAL
Transfer upon arrival to your hotel on own. Copenhagen
airport is a short train ride from the Central Station (10
min./$6 p.p.) or take a taxi directly to your hotel (15 min/
$60). Rest of the day is free to rest and get to know one
of the world’s oldest and most spectacular kingdoms.
Overnight at 3* WAKEUP CPH / 4* TIVOLI HOTEL
or similar
Meals: None
Day 02 – COPENHAGEN
After a good Scandinavian buffet breakfast, a full day in
Copenhagen free to explore on own or take an optional
local city tour. You should visit the Royal Amalienborg
Palace, Christiansborg Castle, The Little Mermaid and
much more. This evening we recommend a visit to the
famous Tivoli Amusement Park. 3* WAKEUP CPH /
4* TIVOLI HOTEL or similar
Meals: B
Day 03 – COPENHAGEN
Buffet breakfast at your hotel. Enjoy another day in Copenhagen in the shopping areas including the mile long
pedestrian street ‘Stroget’ lined with shops and depart
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• Ride on the famous Flåm Railroad
• Cruise on the Aurlands & Nærøy Fjords
• Coach through the Stalheim Canyon
• Travel documents and tickets in hand prior to departure
ment stores. If you prefer to see parts of the scenic countryside you can take an optional Castle Tour of North
Sealand, visit the famous Carlsberg Brewery or take a
train to one of the nearby sights. 3* WAKEUP CPH /
4* TIVOLI HOTEL or similar
Meals: B
and the Old Town, followed by a one hour sail
around the royal park of Djurgården. We can also
suggest visits to the Drottningholm Palace or the
famous Wasa Ship Museum. 3* FIRST KUNGSBRON / 4* NORDIC LIGHT or similar
Meals: B
Day 04 – COPENHAGEN to STOCKHOLM
After breakfast at your hotel transfer on own to the central station for a 5 hour X2000 high speed train ride to
Stockholm. You will see small cozy villages, forests and
sparkling lakes as the train crosses the beautiful Swedish countryside. Arrive in the Swedish capital in the late
afternoon. Transfer on own to your hotel located close
to the Central Station. Rest of day free. Overnight at
3* FIRST KUNGSBRON / 4* NORDIC LIGHT or
similar Meals: B
Day 06 – STOCKHOLM
Buffet breakfast at hotel. A full day to explore Stockholm and its many sights or take an optional tour. The
Stockholm archipelago is spectacular and you can
take one of several boat tours available from the downtown harbor. 3* FIRST KUNGSBRON / 4* NORDIC
LIGHT or similar Meals: B
Day 05 – STOCKHOLM
After a good Scandinavian buffet breakfast, we
recommend taking an optional coach and boat tour
of Stockholm. Famous sights on the tour include
the Royal Palace, the Parliament Buildings, City Hall
Day 07 – STOCKHOLM to OSLO
After breakfast transfer on your own to the Central Station for a 6-7 hour scenic train ride to Oslo. You will arrive in the Norwegian Viking capital in the afternoon or
evening, depending on which departure you choose.
Transfer on your own to your hotel, centrally located.
Remainder of the day free. Overnight at 3* HOTEL
CECIL / 4* BRISTOL HOTEL or similar
Meals: B
Independent Tour
Stegastein viewpoint Aurlandsfjord by Øyvind Heen Visitnorway.com
Tours run daily all year
Day 08 – OSLO
After a good Scandinavian buffet breakfast, we suggest taking an optional Oslo city sightseeing tour, visiting landmarks and attractions such as the City Hall, the
Viking Ship Museum, the Vigeland Sculpture Park and
more. In the afternoon, a visit on your own to the medi
eval Akershus castle and the World War II Resistance
museum is highly recommended. Evening at leisure.
3*HOTEL CECIL / 4* BRISTOL HOTEL
or similar
Meals: B
12 days/11 Nights
Copenhagen - Bergen
Tours using 3-Star Hotels:
Prices From $2270
Prices From $2505
Day 09 – OSLO to FLÅM - NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL
After an early breakfast, transfer on your own to the
Central Rail Station. You are now embarking on an
expanded version of the famous Norway in a Nutshell tour starting with an 8 am or 12 pm departure
for a 5 hour train ride into the beautiful Hallingdal
Valley to Myrdal. In Myrdal you will change trains to
the spectacular Flåm Mountain Railroad, descending for 13 miles from a height of 2600 feet to sea
level via 20 tunnels, with scenic views and waterfalls
before reaching the Flåm Village in about one hour.
You will spend the night at a charming hotel next to
the fjord. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight at
3* FLAMSBRYGGA / FRETHEIM HOTEL Meals: B/D
Day 10 – FLÅM to BERGEN
Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you look out over the
scenic Aurlandsfjord. Flåm is a small fjord village
but offers many options for activities including hiking
and kayaking. You can either depart in the morning
or mid-afternoon, on your 2 hour fjord cruise along
the Aurlands and Næroeyfjords to Gudvangen. In
Gudvangen you will connect to the scheduled bus
to Voss. The bus travels for about 90 minutes up
through Stalheim Canyon and past several impressive
waterfalls from May till September. (Off season, the
bus goes via tunnel.) Upon arrival in Voss you will
connect to the Bergen train for a one hour ride to
Bergen Station. In Bergen transfer on your own to
your hotel located next to the city harbor. Overnight at
3* HOTEL AUGUSTIN / 4* HAVNEKONTORET
HOTEL or similar Meals: B
Day 11 – BERGEN
Scandinavian buffet breakfast at hotel. The rest of the
day is free to explore Bergen city and harbor. We recommend a local city sightseeing tour (May-September
only) that includes a visit to Troldhaugen, the home of
famous Norwegian composer Edward Grieg and Old
Bergen Museum or Fantoft Stave Church. Evening
at leisure. Overnight at 3* HOTEL AUGUSTIN / 4*
HAVNEKONTORET HOTEL or similar
Meals: B
Day 12 – BERGEN
After your final Scandinavian buffet breakfast, check
out and transfer on own to Bergen Airport. Transfer
options are Airport bus (30 min./$15) or a taxi (25
min/$70).
Meals: B
9 days/8 Nights
Copenhagen - Oslo
Nobel Peace Prize Center in Oslo By Thor Jorgen
Udvang
HOW DO I DECIDE WHICH TRIP TO TAKE?
- How much time do you have?
- How much do you want to pack and unpack?
- Do you focus more on the scenery and
nature or on the cities and museums?
- Do you spend a lot of time in your hotel
room or just go there to sleep?
- How many countries do you want to
see this time?
CALL US AND WE CAN GUIDE YOU!
Prices From $1360
Prices From $1690
9 days/8 Nights
Stockholm - Bergen
Prices From $1710
Prices From $1900
6 days/5 Nights
Oslo - Bergen
Prices From $1165
Prices From $1340
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Norway Fjord Tours
Nutshell fjord cruise by © Rolf M Sorensen
Norway in a Nutshell ®
If you have limited time, these tours offer the perfect way to get a “taste” of the spectacular Norwegian Fjord region.
Most tours are operated Oslo to Bergen or in reverse, one way or round trip.
These can be 2, 3, 4, or more days, whatever fits into your itinerary.
NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL
SOGNEFJORD IN A NUTSHELL
NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL +
BALESTRAND
FRETHEIM HOTEL
FLAM
FLAMSBRYGGA HOTEL
FLAM
KVIKNES HOTEL,
BALESTRAND
Fretheim Hotel by Morten Rakke
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Flamsbrygga Hotel by Vitaly Titov
Photo courtesy Kviknes Hotel
Norway Fjord Tours
Flam Railway by Flamsbana
NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL
SOGNEFJORD IN A NUTSHELL
Daily Departures
Highlights:
The Flåm Railway, a 2 hour fjord cruise on
the Naeroyfjord, the Stalheim Canyon, and
the Bergensbanen train line.
Daily Departures
May 01 to September 29
Highlights:
The Flåm Railway, Express Boat fjord cruise
to Balestrand, and continuing the length of
the magnificent Sognefjord to Bergen.
Oslo - Myrdal - Flåm - Gudvangen - Voss - Bergen
Day 01—Depart Oslo by train to Myrdal. In Myrdal
change trains to the spectacular Flåm mountain railroad
which descends for 13 miles, from a height of 2600ft. to
sea level, via 20 tunnels, scenic views and waterfalls before reaching the Flåm village. Overnight at the charming
Fretheim or Flamsbrygga Hotel in Flåm.
Day 02—Board the ferry for a scenic 2-hour cruise to
Gudvangen. Here you board the waiting motorcoach for
the trip through the stunning Stalheim Canyon and past
several impressive waterfalls to Voss. An easy connection to the train takes you right to Bergen.
Oslo - Myrdal - Flåm - Balestrand - Bergen
which descends for 13 miles, from a height of 2600ft.
to sea level, via 20 tunnels, scenic views and waterfalls
before reaching the Flåm village. Overnight at the charming
Fretheim or Flamsbrygga Hotel in Flåm.
Day 02—Enjoy a fabulous morning in Flam, exploring or
hiking. After lunch, board the afternoon express boat to
Balestrand for an overnight at the historic Kviknes Hotel.
Day 03—In Balestrand you will find high mountains,
deep fjords and peace and quiet. You can enjoy various
day tours, activities, hiking trails and cultural and art experiences such as the Viking Museum and the English
Church before boarding the afternoon boat for a cruise on
the Sognefjord to Bergen. Due to the long summer nights,
it will be light all the way!
Tour Includes:
• Train from Oslo to Myrdal, Voss to Bergen
• Flåm Railway from Myrdal to Flåm
• One night hotel including dinner and
breakfast daily in Flåm
• Fjord Cruise Flåm to Gudvangen
• Scheduled bus Gudvangen to Voss
Tour Includes:
• Train from Oslo to Myrdal
• Two nights hotel Including dinner and
breakfast daily in Flåm and Balestrand
• Fjord cruise Flåm to Bergen via Balestrand
2 Day Tour Price
Per Person Twin From: $552
Single supplement:$54
3 Day Tour Price
Single supplement: $114
Photo courtesy Flamsbana
NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL +
BALESTRAND in
THE SOGNEFJORD
Oslo - Myrdal - Flåm - Balestrand - Flåm
- Gudvangen - Voss - Bergen
Daily Departures
May 01 to September 29
Highlights:
The Flåm Railway, Express Boat fjord
cruise round trip between Flam and
Balestrand in the magnificent Sognefjord,
a 2 hour fjord cruise on the Naeroyfjord,
the Stalheimskleiven hairpin road, and
the Bergensbanen train line.
which descends for 13 miles, from a height of 2600ft.
to sea level, via 20 tunnels, scenic views and waterfalls
before reaching the Flåm village. You will transfer to the
afternoon express boat to Balestrand in the Sognefjord
for an overnight at the historic Kviknes Hotel.
Day 02—Morning is free before taking the return boat
back to Flåm. Transfer to the fjord cruiser for a scenic
ride along the Aurlands and Næroeyfjords to Gudvangen. Your motorcoach awaits at the pier for the trip
through the stunning Stalheim Canyon to Voss. From
there you have an easy connection to the train to
Bergen.
Tour Includes:
• Train from Oslo to Myrdal, Voss to Bergen
• Fjord Cruise Flåm to Balestrand round trip
+ Flåm to Gudvangen
• Scheduled bus Gudvangen to Voss
• One night hotel in Balestrand including
breakfast and dinner
2 Day Tour Price
Single supplement:$57
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Hurtigruten Cruises
Hurtigruten on the Geirangerfjord by Oleg Mitiukhin
THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL VOYAGE
We have a complete list of tour options including the HURTIGRUTEN Coastal Voyage schedules for 5, 6 and 11 night
cruises, rates and other details. Contact us by phone or email for a copy of the 2015/2016 Hurtigruten brochure.
Browse the tours on the next three pages that include a taste of this journey!
Hurtigruten, formerly known as the Norwegian Coastal Voyage,
is the best way to experience the Land of the Midnight Sun and
Northern Lights! Such remote wonders as the Lofoten Islands, the
Trollfjord with its narrow rocky gateway, and Finnmark with its wild
landscape, are now readily accessible to travelers.
Sail what has been called “The World’s Most Beautiful Voyage” to
explore Norway’s coastal communities and meet their inhabitants.
Passengers are dazzled by an ever-changing landscape of sapphire fjords and snow-capped peaks, quaint farms nestled amidst
hills and bustling fishing villages hugging the coast. If they like,
they may also venture inland to see historic sites and unusual
museums, when joining one of many optional tours offered along
the way. By the time their journey is over, they will have glimpsed
the sweep of Norwegian history from the Vikings to modern times.
Norway’s majestic, unspoiled landscape has earned it the
ranking of ‘Best Destination in the World’ twice by National
Geographic Traveler magazine (2004, 2009).
M/S Trollfjorden by Jan Lillehamre
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Norway Highlights Tour
Stave Church by Espen Mills
NORWEGIAN TREASURES
OSLO - NUTSHELL TOUR - BERGEN - HURTIGRUTEN COASTAL VOYAGE TRONDHEIM – OSLO
Norwegian Treasures is our original and most popular independent tour covering
the must-see Norwegian highlights. Everything you’ve heard is true!
8 Days / 7 Nights
* Tour can be done all year. However, the HCV cruise ships only
sail into Geirangerfjord on 6/01-8/31 cruise departures and Hjorundfjord on 9/01-10/31 cruise departures. Rates are lower outside these periods, so please contact us for details.
Tour Includes:
• Five nights in 3 & 4* city center hotels including 5 breakfasts,
1 dinner in Flåm,
• Norway in a Nutshell Tour Oslo to Bergen, see page 19 for
Nutshell tour details
Day 01 – ARRIVE OSLO
Arrive into Oslo the Norwegian Viking capital. Transfer
on own to your hotel located close to the Central Station.
Remainder of day free to visit landmarks and attractions
such as City Hall, the Viking Ship Museum, the Vigeland
Sculpture Park and more. Overnight at
4* HOTEL OPERA or similar
Meals: None
Day 02 – OSLO - NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL to FLÅM
After an early breakfast, transfer on your own to the Central Station. You are now embarking on an expanded
version of the famous Norway in a Nutshell tour starting
with a five hour train ride towards the beautiful Hallingdal
Valley to Myrdal. In Myrdal you will change trains to the
spectacular Flåm Mountain Railroad, descending for 13
miles from a height of 2600ft. to sea level via 20 tunnels,
and pass scenic views and waterfalls before reaching the
Flåm Village. You will spend the night at the charming
Fretheim Hotel located next to the rail station. Evening at
leisure. Dinner and overnight at
3* FRETHEIM HOTEL or similar
Meals: D/B
Day 03 – FLÅM - NUTSHELL to BERGEN
Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you look out over the scenic Aurlandsfjord. Flåm is a small fjord village but offers
many options for activities including hiking and kayaking.
You can either depart in the morning or mid-afternoon
on a 2 hour fjord cruise along the Aurlands and Næroey
Fjords to Gudvangen. In Gudvangen you will connect to
the scheduled motorcoach for a scenic ride through the
Stalheim Canyon to Voss. In Voss you will connect to the
Bergen train for a one hour ride to Bergen Station. Transfer on your own to your hotel close to the harbor. Overnight
at 3* HOTEL AUGUSTIN or similar
Meals: B
• Hurtigruten Coastal Voyage Bergen to Trondheim in outside category “L”
cabin or similar including daily breakfast buffet & port charges
• Geirangerfjord or Hjorundfjord sailing on HCV in season*
• Standard class train Trondheim to Oslo including seat reservation
Day 04 – BERGEN - HURTIGRUTEN COASTAL CRUISE(HCV)
Scandinavian buffet breakfast at hotel. The day is free to
explore Bergen city and harbor including the fish market,
Bergen Aquarium and Old Bergen Museum. Evening
transfer on own to the Hurtigruten Coastal Voyage (HCV)
ship, sailing at 8 pm, for a 2 night cruise to Trondheim. Overnight onboard in standard outside cabin with private bath.
HURTIGRUTEN SHIP
Meals: B
Day 05 –
HCV - GEIRANGERFJORD/HJORUNDFJORD* - CRUISE
Scandinavian breakfast buffet onboard ship. After
short morning call in Ålesund, spend the day cruising
into the spectacular Geirangerfjord (6/01-8/31 sailings) or Hjorundfjord (9/01-10/31 sailings). Optional
shore excursions are available onboard. In the afternoon your ship continues north along the coast calling on port cities of Ålesund, Molde and Kristiansund.
Enjoy the sun setting late in the evening. Overnight
onboard in standard outside cabin with private bath.
HURTIGRUTEN SHIP
Meals: B
Day 06 – HCV - TRONDHEIM
Morning arrival into Trondheim. Enjoy breakfast onboard before you disembark and transfer on own
to your hotel for a one night stay. Trondheim was
founded in the year 997 by King Olav Tryggvason
and became Norway’s medieval capital. Be sure to
visit the Nidaros Cathedral and Episcopal Palace.
4* BRITANNIA HOTEL or similar Meals:B
Day 07 – TRONDHEIM to OSLO
Breakfast buffet at hotel followed by departure on morning or afternoon train to Oslo. The 7 hour scenic ride
will take you over the Dovrefjell Mountains & National
Park, through the Gulbrandsdals Valley via Lillehammer,
site of the 1994 Winter Olympics, to Oslo. Option: last
night can also be booked at Oslo Gardermoen Airport as
train stops at airport station enroute to Oslo. Overnight at
Meals: B
Day 08 – OSLO END
After your final Scandinavian buffet breakfast, check out
and transfer on your own to Oslo train station or Airport. Meals: B
8 days / 7 nights
Oslo to Oslo
Prices From $2243
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Trollstigen Troll Road by Tom Griger
NORWEGIAN GEMS
7 Days / 6 Nights
OSLO - NUTSHELL TOUR - BERGEN - HURTIGRUTEN COASTAL VOYAGE - GEIRANGERFJORD - EAGLE’S ROAD -TROLLSTIGEN - ÅNDALSNES - OSLO
Daily Departures June 16-August 26. Experience the Norwegian fjords including the world famous Geirangerfjord.
Tour Includes:
• Five nights in 3 & 4* city center hotels including breakfast daily,
• Hurtigruten Coastal Voyage from Bergen to Geiranger in outside category two dinners & local taxes
“L”-cabin or similar including breakfast buffet & port charges
• Norway in a Nutshell Tour Oslo to Bergen including required seat • Scheduled coach from Geiranger to Åndalsnes including the Eagle’s
reservations, see page 19 for Nutshell tour details
Road and the scenic “Trollstigen” road
• Train from Åndalsnes to Oslo via Dombås including seat reservations
Day 01 – ARRIVE OSLO
Arrive into Oslo, the Norwegian Viking capital. Transfer
on own to your hotel located close to the Central Station.
Remainder of day free to visit landmarks and attractions
such as City Hall, the Viking Ship Museum, the Vigeland
Sculpture Park and more. Overnight at
Meals: None
Day 02 – OSLO - NORWAY IN A NUTSHELL to FLÅM
After an early breakfast, transfer on your own to the Central Station. You are now embarking on an expanded
version of the famous Norway in a Nutshell tour starting
with a five hour train ride towards the beautiful Hallingdal
Valley to Myrdal. In Myrdal you will change trains to the
spectacular Flåm Mountain Railroad, descending for 13
miles, from a height of 2600ft. to sea level, via 20 tunnels,
scenic views and waterfalls before reaching the Flåm Village. You will spend the night at the charming Fretheim
Hotel located next to the rail station. Evening at leisure.
3* FRETHEIM HOTEL or similar
Meals: D/B
Day 03 – FLÅM - NUTSHELL to BERGEN
Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you look out over the scenic Aurlandsfjord. Flåm is a small fjord village but offers
many options for activities including hiking and kayaking.
You can either depart in the morning or mid-afternoon
on a 2 hour fjord cruise along the Aurlands and Næroey
Fjords to Gudvangen. In Gudvangen you will connect to
the scheduled motorcoach for a scenic mountain ride to
Voss. Upon arrival in Voss you will connect to the Bergen
train for a one hour ride to the Bergen Station. Transfer
on your own to your hotel close to the harbor. Overnight
at 3* HOTEL AUGUSTIN or similar
Meals: B
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Day 04 – BERGEN - HURTIGRUTEN COASTAL CRUISE (HCV)
ship, sailing at 8 pm, for a one night cruise to Geiranger.
Overnight onboard in standard outside cabin with private
bath. HURTIGRUTEN SHIP
Meals: B
Day 05 – GEIRANGERFJORD CRUISE - GEIRANGER
Breakfast buffet included onboard. After short morning
call in Ålesund, spend the day cruising into the spectacular Geirangerfjord on HCV. Cruise ends at 1 pm. Disembark and spend tonight in Geiranger. Afternoon at leisure.
4* UNION HOTEL & SPA
Meals:D/B
Day 06 – GEIRANGER - OSLO
Late morning departure by scheduled coach to Åndalsnes and on by train to Dombås. Here you will connect to
the scheduled train to Oslo with late evening arrival. One
night included back in Oslo.
Meals:B
Day 07 – OSLO END
and transfer on your own to Oslo train station or Airport. Meals: B
7 Days / 6 Nights
Oslo to Oslo
Prices from: $1991
Family sailing on the fjords by Pavel Losevsky
Alesund at Night by Dmitri Marchenko
NORWEGIAN PEARLS
8 Days / 7 Nights
BERGEN - HURTIGRUTEN COASTAL VOYAGE - GEIRANGER - ÅLESUND - OSLO
Daily Departures May 31-August 28 Norwegian Pearls gives you plenty of time to fully enjoy all the offerings of the Geirangerfjord area.
Tour Includes:
• Six nights in 3 & 4* city center hotels including 6 breakfasts,
2 dinners in Geiranger, local taxes & service charges
• Hurtigruten Coastal Voyage Bergen to Geiranger in outside
category “L” cabin or similar including breakfast buffet & port charges
Day 01 – ARRIVE BERGEN
Arrive into Bergen, the gateway to the Fjords. Transfer on
own to your hotel, located in the heart of Bergen close to
the harbor. Remainder of day free to visit landmarks and
attractions or take a city tour. Overnight at
3* HOTEL AUGUSTIN or similar
Meals: None
Day 02 – BERGEN - HURTIGRUTEN COASTAL CRUISE (HCV)
ship, sailing at 8 pm, for a one night cruise to Geiranger.
Overnight onboard in standard outside cabin with private
bath. HURTIGRUTEN SHIP
Meals: B
Day 03 – GEIRANGERFJORD CRUISE - GEIRANGER
Breakfast buffet is included onboard. After a short morning call in Ålesund, spend the day cruising into the spectacular Geirangerfjord on HCV ship. At 1 pm, disembark
and spend the next two nights in Geiranger. Afternoon at
leisure. 4* UNION HOTEL & SPA
Meals: D/B
Day 04 – GEIRANGER
explore charming fjord village of Geiranger, the Geirangerfjord, take a hike or visit nearby glaciers. Overnight at
4* UNION HOTEL & SPA
Meals: D/B
Day 05 – HCV - GEIRANGERFJORD CRUISE - ÅLESUND
Breakfast buffet at hotel. Morning is free until time to
board the HCV ship for an afternoon day-sailing to Ålesund with arrival at 6 pm. Disembark and spend the next
2 nights in Ålesund.
3* THON HOTEL ÅLESUND or similar
Meals: B
• Day-sailing on HCV vessel to from Geiranger to Ålesund
• Scheduled coach from Ålesund to Åndalsnes
• Standard class train Åndalsnes to Oslo via Dombås including seat
reservations
Day 06 – ÅLESUND
Breakfast buffet at hotel. Full day to explore Ålesund on
your own and take optional tours such as a rib boat safari,
fishing trip or a city sightseeing tour.
3* THON HOTEL ÅLESUND or similar
Meals: B
Day 07 – ÅLESUND to OSLO
Breakfast buffet at hotel before morning or midday departure by scheduled coach for a 2-hour ride along the
beautiful fjords to Åndalsnes. Upon arrival, board the
spectacular Rauma Rail Line for a 90 minute journey
to Dombås. Here you will connect to the express train
bound for Oslo with early/late evening arrival. This 4-hour
train trip will take you through the scenic Gulbrandsdals
Valley and Lillehammer, site of the 1994 Winter Olympics,
to Oslo. Option: last night can also be booked at Oslo
Gardermoen Airport as train stops at airport station enroute. Let us know when booking if you want this option.
Overnight at 4* HOTEL OPERA or similar. Meals: B
View of Geirangerfjord by Achim Baque
Day 08 – OSLO END
and transfer on own to Oslo train station or airport.
Meals: B
7 Days / 6 Nights
Bergen to Oslo
Prices from: $1935
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Norway Self Drive Tour
Trollstigen Troll Road by Tom Griger
Aurlandsfjord by Øyvind Heen Visitnorway.com
FJORDS AND GLACIERS STAYING AT HISTORIC HOTELS
8 Days / 7 Nights
Briksdalsbreen Glacier by Svetlana Privezentseva
From $1228 Per Person Twin Sharing Car
OSLO-LILLEHAMMER-GUDBRANDSDALEN VALLEY-LOM-GEIRANGERFJORD-BRIKSDALGLACIER-SOGNEFJORD-FLAM-AURLANDSFJORD-OSLO (OR BERGEN)
Daily Departures May 01 - September 30 Our self-drive tour will take you into an area of the Norwegian Fjord and Glacier kingdom that is
truly unique in scenery and beauty. This area is not easily accessible unless you drive, but the roads are of a high standard and easy to navigate.
Tour Includes:
• Cat. B. Economy size rental car for 6-7 days with stick shift including
unlimited KM, basic required insurance and 25% vat tax
• 2 nights in standard room in Oslo at Thon Hotel Opera with private
bath including breakfast, tax and service
Day 01 – OSLO ARRIVAL
Arrive in to Oslo, the Capital city of Norway. The rest of
day is free to explore the many sights or take optional local tours. Overnight at THON HOTEL OPERA or similar.
Day 02 – OSLO to LILLEHAMMER
Pick up your rental car this morning before departure
from Oslo City. You will be driving north to Lillehammer,
site of the 1994 Winter Olympics. In Lillehammer you
will have time to explore some of the Olympic sites, museums and take a boat tour on Lake Mjosa. Overnight at
RICA VICTORIA HOTEL. (~118 miles)
Day 03 – LILLEHAMMER to LOM
After a good breakfast head northwest to the Gudbrandsdal Valley offering amazing scenery. Continue to Lom,
famous for its well preserved Stave Church and many
out-door activities. Overnight at historic
FOSSHEIM HOTEL. (~107 miles)
Day 04 – LOM to GEIRANGER
Continue west via beautiful mountain roads, passing Stryn Summer Ski Center. (summer skiing is usually available) Onward to the famous Geirangerfjord, a
UNESCO World Heritage site. In the afternoon you will
have time to drive on the scenic Eagles Road offering
spectacular views of the Geirangerfjord, or take a local
boat tour. Overnight at charming
UNION HOTEL & SPA. (~60 miles)
Day 05 – GEIRANGER to BALESTRAND
Today you will drive south via mountains, fjords, lakes
and villages to the Sognefjord, the world’s longest, and
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• 5 nights at Historic & Fjord Hotels as listed in standard
rooms with private bath including breakfast, tax and service
• Basic road map and driving information
along the shore to Balestrand. We recommend a
detour to the Briksdal Glacier. Overnight at historic
KVIKNE’S HOTEL. (~173 miles)
Day 06 – BALESTRAND to FLAM
This morning you will take a short ferry ride, crossing
the Sognefjord from Dragsvik to Vangsnes (buy tickets
locally). Once on the other side, continue south to Vinje
and through the famous Stalheim Canyon to Flam. From
Flam you can take local boat tours, plus we recommend
a ride on the scenic Flam Mountain Railroad. Overnight at
the cozy historic FRETHEIM HOTEL. (~70 miles+ ferry)
Day 07 – FLAM to OSLO (or BERGEN option)
After a good nights sleep, drive back to Oslo (or you can
opt to continue to Bergen, see Tour Options). Your return
to Oslo will take your through the world’s longest road tunnel (15 miles long) and onward via Borgund, home of the
famous Borgund Stave Church, on to Fagernes and via
scenic lakes and mountains to Oslo.
Return your rental car. Overnight at
THON HOTEL OPERA or similar. (~210 miles)
Day 8 – OSLO DEPARTURE
After breakfast your Norway self-drive tour is complete.
Tour Options & Extras:
• Ask us about dinner value package for
5 nights outside Oslo
• Car rental upgrade options possible
• Hotel room upgrade options possible
• Tour can terminate or start in Bergen as well.
One-way car rental fee of NOK1125/~ $160 is
additional and paid to car rental company
• Tour can be modified to be longer, shorter or
with multiple nights at each hotel
8 Days / 7 Nights
Oslo to Oslo
Prices From $1228 Per Person
Twin With Category B.
car VW Polo or similar
(minimum 2 people sharing car)
Finland Independent Tour
Lake region in Finland by Dariya
FASCINATING CITIES & LAKES BY TRAIN
8 Days / 7 Nights
From $1510 per person Twin
HELSINKI - HÄMEENLINNA - TAMPERE - TURKU - HELSINKI
Saturday & Monday Departures May 30 - August 03
Tour Southern Finland’s major cities by train and stay at hotels nestled in a beautiful natural setting near the water.
Tour Includes:
· Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with bath or shower
· 7 breakfasts
· 2nd class train tickets with seat reservations; Helsinki to
Hämeenlinna, Tampere to Turku and Turku to Helsinki
· Boat ticket from Aulanko to Hotel Rosendahl in Tampere,
· Helsinki Card for 48 hours
· Service charges and taxes on included items
Day 01 – HELSINKI ARRIVAL A city by the sea
Transfer on your own to your hotel, situated in the city
center. Included is a 48-hour Helsinki Card along with a
booklet that contains details of the bonuses it offers. The
card is an all-in-one public transportation and admission
ticket, an easy way to discover Helsinki on your own.
Overnight at SOKOS HOTEL TORNI
Day 05 – TAMPERE Day in Tampere
Take a break in the hotel’s surroundings, a peaceful pine
forest park, and enjoy spectacular views from an old redbrick observation tower situated on top of the impressive
Pyynikki ridge. The city’s sights, museums, shopping
and nightlife are within a ten-minute bus ride. Overnight
at SCANDIC HOTEL ROSENDAHL
Day 02 – HELSINKI Discovering the capital city
Full day to explore Helsinki. With the Helsinki Card included, city tours are available free or at a discounted
price. Overnight at SOKOS HOTEL TORNI
Day 06 – TAMPERE to TURKU Medieval landmarks
Travel by train to Turku, the old capital city. Your hotel
is located in the very heart of the city near the market
square , with all the sites within easy reach. Overnight at
SOKOS HOTEL HAMBURGER BÖRS
Day 03 – HELSINKI to HÄMEENLINNA Rural lakeside town
Travel by train to Hämeenlinna. Transfer on your own to
your lakeside hotel, just minutes by taxi from the centre. Take advantage of the hotel’s wide choice of leisure
activities or just stroll in the surrounding forest park.
Overnight at HOTEL RANTASIPI AULANKO
Day 04 – HÄMEENLINNA to TAMPERE Scenic lake cruise
Depart in the morning by scheduled boat from the hotel
pier for an 8-hour lake cruise to Tampere. On the way,
visit the famous sculptor Emil Wikström’s former home
and studio, now a museum exhibiting a wide selection
of the artist’s works and those of his grandson, who was
known as Finland’s most celebrated political cartoonist.
Entrance fee is paid locally. Disembark in the evening at
the pier of your hotel in Tampere. It is a short walk from
pier to hotel. Overnight at SCANDIC HOTEL ROSENDAHL
Day 07 – TURKU to HELSINKI Last day in the capital
Return by train to Helsinki. Overnight at the centrally located SOKOS HOTEL VAAKUNA, only a few steps from
the railway station and the airport shuttle bus terminal.
Fresh red currents by Annems
Day 08 – HELSINKI DEPARTURE Goodbye to Finland
Transfer on your own to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
8 Days / 7 Nights
Helsinki to Helsinki
Prices From $1510
Single supplement $ 699
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Sweden Self Drive Tour
Gimo Castle courtesy of Countryside Hotels
WATERWAYS & THE FOLKLORE DISTRICT
Dala Horse by Martin Svalander
8 Days / 7 Nights
From $1266 per person
STOCKHOLM - ESKILSTUNA - KOLSVA - DALA HUSBY - TALLBERG – GIMO - STOCKHOLM
Daily Departures all year. Countryside Hotels consists of unique and charming privately owned castles,
manor houses and country inns located throughout central and southern Sweden.
Tour Includes:
• One pre- & one post-tour night in Stockholm includes breakfast and tax
• Cat. B. rental car for 6-7 days includes unlimited KM, basic insurance, city location fee & tax.
• 5 nights at Countryside Hotels includes breakfast and tax
Day 01 – STOCKHOLM ARRIVAL
Arrive into Stockholm. Pre-tour night in city center hotel
located close to car rental office. Remainder of day free
to explore Stockholm and/or take an optional city tour.
Overnight at 4* NORDIC LIGHT HOTEL or similar
Day 06 – TÄLLBERG to GIMO
After breakfast you will drive east for about 3 hours to the
picturesque town of Gimo, close to the Swedish eastern
shore and the famous university city of Uppsala. Overnight at charming GIMO MANOR HOUSE & ESTATE.
Day 02 – STOCKHOLM to ESKILSTUNA
Breakfast at hotel. Morning or afternoon rental car pick
up before departure from Stockholm City for a two hour
drive west towards the city of Eskilstuna for an overnight
at SUNDBYHOLM CASTLE on the southern shore of
Lake Mälaren. The Castle is famous for its restaurant
and offer an array of activities plus golfing close by.
Day 07 – GIMO to STOCKHOLM
Return to Stockholm City, a 1-2 hour drive. Post-tour
night in city center hotel located close to car rental office. Remainder of day free to do some last minute shopping and/ or visit the famous Old City area located close
to your hotel. Overnight at NORDIC LIGHT HOTEL or
similar.
Day 03 – ESKILSTUNA to KOLSVA
Today you will drive north for one hour to Kolsva and the
cozy KOHLSWA MANOR located next to Hedströmen
River. Game-fishing and horse riding are nearby.
Day 08 – STOCKHOLM DEPARTURE
After a good breakfast check-out and tour terminates.
Day 04 – KOLSVA to DALA HUSBY
Continue into Dalarna and the charming Swedish Folklore
District. After about 2 hours you will reach the cozy
town of Dala Husby. Here you will overnight at charming
DALA-HUSBY MANOR offering views of Dalalven river.
The Manor offers nature trails, golf nearby and an awardwinning restaurant.
Day 05 – DALA HUSBY to TÄLLBERG
Drive north for 2 hours to the city of Tällberg on the beautiful
Lake Siljan for an overnight at TÄLLBERGSGÅRDEN
HOTELL. The hotel is famous for its traditional Swedish
restaurant. Visit the Dala Horse Factory, Zorn Museum and
famous artist Carl Larsson’s House.
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• Tour can be modified to be longer, shorter
or with multiple nights at each hotel
• Driving times listed are approximate
• Ask us about hotel upgrade options in Stockholm
• We can add on a dinner value package for
5 nights outside Stockholm
• Car rental upgrade options available
car Ford Fiesta or similar
Sundybyholm Castle courtesy of Countryside Hotels
Sweden Self Drive Tour
Swedish dessert table by Jakob Fridholm
Lacko Castle by Per Pixel Petersson
SWEDISH LAKES & THE CHARMING COUNTRYSIDE
8 Days / 7 Nights
STOCKHOLM - FLEN - PHILIPSTAD - TROLLHÄTTAN - GRÄNNA - VADSTENA - STOCKHOLM
Daily Departures all year. At these Countryside Hotel properties, enjoy Scandinavian coziness, design and style combined
with outstanding service, eye for detail, spectacular scenery and fresh local culinary specialties.
Tour Includes:
• One pre- & one post-tour night in Stockholm includes breakfast and tax
• Cat. B. rental car for 6-7 days includes unlimited KM, basic insurance,city location fee & tax.
• 5 nights at Countryside Hotels includes breakfast and tax
Day 01 – STOCKHOLM ARRIVAL
Arrive into Stockholm. Pre-tour night in city center hotel
to explore Stockholm and/or take an optional city tour.
Overnight at 4* NORDIC LIGHT HOTEL or similar.
Day 06 – GRÄNNA to VADSTENA
Driving north for 1 hour to the old city of Vadstena and the
historic VADSTENA KLOSTERHOTELL. An old monastery converted into an unique hotel, the hotel offers many
activities and sights.
Day 02 – STOCKHOLM to FLEN
Breakfast at your hotel. Morning or afternoon rental car
pick up before departure from Stockholm City for a 2-hour
drive southwest to the town of Flen. Overnight at spectacular YXTAHOLMS CASTLE. The castle offers many
activities and is famous for its restaurant and wine cellar.
Day 07 – VADSTENA to STOCKHOLM
Return to Stockholm, a 3 hour drive. Post-tour night in
city center hotel located close to car rental office. Remainder of day free to do some last minute shopping and/or
visit the famous Old City area located close to your hotel.
Overnight at NORDIC LIGHT HOTEL or similar.
Day 03 – FLEN to PHILIPSTAD AREA
Today drive northwest for 3 hours, close to the old city
of Philipstad, and the cozy HENNICKEHAMMERS
MANOR HOUSE. The hotel offers many outdoor activities such as tennis, riding, fishing, biking and has one of
Sweden’s best restaurants.
Day 08 – STOCKHOLM DEPARTURE
After a good breakfast, check-out and tour terminates.
Day 04 – PHILIPSTAD AREA to TROLLHÄTTAN
Head southwest along Lake Väneren for 3 hours to the
city of Trollhättan. Here you will overnight at ALBERT
KÖK HOTELL situated on a plateau offering views of
a beautiful waterfall and downtown. The hotel has an
award-winning restaurant.
Day 05 – TROLLHÄTTAN to GRÄNNA
Driving southeast for 3 hours to the charming city of
Gänna and the historic VÄSTANÅ CASTLE HOTEL.
Västanå Castle was Sweden’s first manor hotel dating
back to 1590. The hotel has its own golf club and tennis court. The medieval village of Röttle is also nearby.
• Ask us about hotel upgrade options in Stockholm
• We can add on a dinner value package for
5 nights outside Stockholm
• Car rental upgrade options available
Aspa Herregaard Manor courtesy of Countryside Hotels
car Ford Fiesta or similar
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Denmark Self Drive Tour
Kokkedal Castle
Old Houses in Aarhus by Socrates
CASTLES & MANOR HOUSES
7 Days / 6 Nights
COPENHAGEN – FUNEN – JUTLAND – COPENHAGEN
Daily Departures All Year. This tour combines Copenhagen & 4 nights in charming castles and manor houses;
each distinctly different offering a unique combination of history, romance and adventure, all in modern comfort.
Tour Includes:
• One pre- & one post-tour night in Copenhagen including breakfast & tax
• Cat. B. rental car for 5 days including unlimited KM, basic insurance & 25% VAT tax
• 4 nights at castle & manor hotels as listed including breakfast & tax
Arrive into Copenhagen. Pre-tour night in city center
hotel located close to car rental office. Remainder of
day free to explore Copenhagen and/or take an optional city tour. Overnight at 4* TIVOLI HOTEL or similar.
Day 02 – COPENHAGEN to FÅBORG
Breakfast at your hotel. Pick up your rental car and drive
to Funen Island and Fåborg. You can drive directly to
Fåborg and spend the day, or via Odense the hometown
of Hans Christian Andersen. HVEDHOLM CASTLE.
(driving time: 3 hours)
Day 03 – FÅBORG to SKANDERBORG
Breakfast at castle. Explore Fåborg before driving along
the Funen coast to Jutland. Head north via Vejle Fjord to
Skanderborg, for an overnight at SOPHIENDAL MANOR.
(driving time: 2 hours.)
Day 04 – SKANDERBORG to NIBE or BROVST
After breakfast, drive to Århus, the second largest city in
Denmark, and spend the day exploring local sites such
as “Den Gamle By,” The Old City. Continue north through
central Jutland to Nibe or Brovst located by the Limfjord
west of Ålborg. Overnight at either STORE RESTRUP
MANOR or KOKKEDAL CASTLE. (driving time: 2 hours)
Day 05 – NIBE or BROVST to HORNBAEK
Enjoy a good breakfast. Drive to Ålborg, the third largest city in Denmark, and spend the day exploring local sights . In the afternoon drive back to Sealand
and on to Gilleleje, a cozy harbor town on the northcoast, west of Helsingoer. Overnight in Hornbaek at
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• Driving times listed are approximate.
SAUNTEHUS MANOR. (driving time: 5 hours )
Day 06 – HORNBAEK to COPENHAGEN
After a good Danish breakfast, drive east to nearby Helsingoer to visit Kronborg Castle also known as Hamlet’s
Castle. Continue south along the “gold” coast and end
in Copenhagen. (driving time: 2 hours) Post-tour night
in city center hotel located close to car rental office. Remainder of day free to do some last minute shopping
and/or visit the famous Tivoli Gardens amusement park
located close to your hotel. Overnight at TIVOLI HOTEL
or similar.
Day 07 – COPENHAGEN DEPARTURE
• Ask us about hotel upgrade rates in Copenhagen
• Castle Package including Afternoon coffee/tea
with cake, Welcome drink with hors d’oeuvre,
Chef’s 3 course Castle Menu add. $96 p.p.
per night, 1-4 nights of your choice
• Contact us for car rental upgrade options and rates
Twin With Category B. economy
car 2-4 door manual
Kronborg Castle by Ole Malling
Denmark Self Drive Tour
Egeskov Castle on Funen by Odense Tourist Board
Photo courtesy of Legoland, Billund
HEART OF DENMARK & LEGOLAND
7 Days / 6 Nights
COPENHAGEN – FUNEN – JUTLAND – COPENHAGEN
Daily Departures April 01 - October 15. On this tour you will enjoy Small Danish Hotels and visit some of the charming towns and countryside that Denmark is
so known for. It follows a moderate driving pace and includes an optional visit to the world famous original Legoland Park, making this a perfect family trip.
Tour Includes:
• One pre- & one post-tour night in Copenhagen including breakfast & tax
• Cat. B. rental car for 5 days including unlimited KM, basic insurance & 25% VAT tax
• 4 nights at Small Danish Hotels as listed including breakfast & tax
Arrive into Copenhagen. Pre-tour night in city center hotel
to explore Copenhagen and/or take an optional city tour.
Overnight at 4* TIVOLI HOTEL or similar
one of the many lakes or just explore some of the excellent museums in the area. In the afternoon continue to
the university city Århus, the second largest city in Denmark, offering numerous sights and museums.
Overnight at CITY HOTEL OASIA. (driving time: 2 hours )
Day 02 – COPENHAGEN to ODENSE
Breakfast at hotel. Pick up your rental car in Copenhagen
and drive to Funen Island and Odense. Odense was the
hometown of the world-famous author Hans Christian
Andersen. Overnight at ODENSE CITY HOTEL. (driving
time: 2 hours)
Day 06 – ÅRHUS to COPENHAGEN
Spend the day exploring local sights such as “Den Gamle
By,” The Old City, a unique open-air museum that consists of sixty-five old buildings, dating as far back as the
16th century, collected from towns all over Denmark. In
the afternoon, drive to Sealand then on to Copenhagen.
Overnight at TIVOLI HOTEL or similar. (driving time: 3
hours)
Day 03 – ODENSE to SVENDBORG
After a good Danish breakfast, drive south to Svendborg.
From Svendborg you can choose to take a daytrip
to Æroskobing by ferry. This little city on the island
of charming Æro has remained almost untouched since
the 17th century. Overnight at HOTEL TROENSE-INN.
(driving time : 1 hour.)
Day 04 – SVENDBORG to BILLUND & LEGOLAND
Take a morning stroll through the city of Svendborg before
driving west along the coast to Jutland and Billund,
home to the world famous original LEGOLAND PARK,
for an overnight. Spend the afternoon at the LEGOLAND
PARK (entrance fee is additional - open 3/28 -10/31)
Overnight at HOTEL SVANEN. (driving time: 2 hours.)
Day 05 – BILLUND to ÅRHUS
After breakfast, drive north through central Jutland to
Silkeborg. This is a beautiful lake area and it is famous
for its scenery. You can enjoy sailing by steamer on
Day 07 – COPENHAGEN DEPARTURE
Church on west coast of Jutland by Faabi
• Ask us about hotel upgrade costs in Copenhagen
• Contact us for car rental upgrade options and rates
car 2-4 door manual
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Iceland Self Drive Tours
Godafoss Waterfall by Filip Fuxa
RING ROAD HIGHLIGHTS
Hallgrimskirkja church in Reykjavik by Daniel Staniszewski
8 Days / 7 Nights
HVERAGERDI - VIK - HÖFN - EAST FJORDS - HUSAVIK - LAKE MYVATN - AKUREYRI - SKAGAFJORDUR - REYKJAVIK
Daily Departures April through October. On this tour you will drive on average 3-4 hours per day excluding stops. The main circle road is paved,
signs are excellent and you will find limited traffic. Should you need help most of the locals speak English and are happy to assist.
Tour Includes:
• Cat. 2.0. Car, Toyota Auris/manual or similar, for 7 days including
unlimited KM, CDW insurance, GPS, airport fee & 25% VAT tax
• 7 nights at 3* hotels, guest houses and/or farms stays as listed
with private bath and includes breakfast and tax
Day 01 – ARRIVAL IN KEFLAVÍK - HVERAGERDI
Pick up the car at the Keflavík International Airport; we
recommend driving the southern coast of the Reykjanes
peninsula towards your first overnight stay in the charming village of Hveragerdi. Overnight at Hotel Ork or similar. ( Driving distance ~ 62 miles)
Day 02 – HVERAGERDI - VIK
Breakfast at your hotel. Today’s highlights are Pingvellir
National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, and Geysir hot-spring
area. Then drive onwards along the south shore, viewing
Skogafoss waterfall, the black beaches around Vik and
Myrdalsjökull glacier. Overnight in Vik area. ( ~ 193 miles)
Day 03 – VIK – HÖFN
Drive through the village of Kirkjubæjarklaustur, explore
Skaftafell National Park, a green oasis nestling below the
great Vatnajökull glacier surrounded by black desert sands.
Continue to Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon and onwards to the
charming harbor town Höfn known as the lobster capital of
northern Europe. Overnight in Höfn area ( ~ 168 miles)
Day 04 – HÖFN – EGILSSTADIR
Drive along the rugged varied coastline of the East Fjords
with their towering mountains and charming fishing villages.
On the way there is an option of taking a boat tour to Papey island where thousands of puffins nest in summer or
visit the famous stone collection of Petra at Stödvarfjördur.
Overnight in Egilsstadir area ( ~ 186 miles)
Day 05 – EGILSSTAÐIR – MÝVATN
Travel across the Mödrudalsöræfi highlands to the waterfall Dettifoss, Tjörnes peninsula and Husavik fishing port.
Overnight in Myvatn area. ( ~ 193 miles)
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• Detailed road map and itinerary
• See our web site for a complete list of car options,
including 4x4’s and cars with automatic transmission
• See our web site for list of optional tours offered on each leg
Day 06 – MÝVATN – AKUREYRI/SKAGAFJÖRDUR
Explore highlights of the Lake Myvatn area, including the
volcanic formations at Dimmuborgir, the pseudocraters at
Skutustadir, Námaskard and Krafla volcano. Drive on to
Godafoss waterfall to the town of Akureyri or Skagafjördur.
Overnight in Akureyri or Skagafjodur area. ( ~ 81 miles)
MORE SELF DRIVE TOURS AROUND ICELAND:
Day 07 – SKAGAFJÖRDUR - REYKJAVÍK
Travel through the historical region of Skagafjördur
renowned for horsebreeding. There is the option to visit the
old farmstead of Glaumbær. Continue to the bay of Hunafloi
and across Holtavörduheidi plateau, returning to Reykjavik
in the late afternoon. Overnight in Reykjavik at Reykjavik
Lights Hotel or similar. ( ~ 305 miles)
Day 08 – REYKJAVIK DEPARTURE
Breakfast at hotel and return rental car at airport.
( ~30 miles)
Call or email us for detailed itineraries.
Golden Circle - 5 days/ 4 nights
From $ 956
Spectacular West - 7 days/ 6 nights
From $1464
Highlands & Lowlands - 9 days/ 8 nights
From $2440
Around Iceland - 10 days/ 9 nights
From $2196
Arctic Iceland - 11 days/ 10 nights
From $2440
Iceland Odyssey - 12 days/ 11 nights
From $2684
Majestic Fjords - 14 days/ 13 nights
From $3172
Prices are per person in twin based on 2 persons sharing
car. Self-drive tours normally operate from May 01- September 30 but some tours offer April/October departures
depending on local weather/terrain conditions. Airfare is
additional.
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15% discount in May & September
and 20% in April & October
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NORTHERN LIGHTS EXPLORATION for Winter 2015/16
Reykjavik in the winter by Ragnar Th. Sigurdsson / ArcticImages
9 Days / 8 Nights
REYKJAVIK - BORGARFJÖRDUR - REYKHOLT - SKAFTAFELL – EYJAFJÖRDUR - REYKJAVIK
From $1681* Per Person Land and Air
Tour Includes:
• Transatlantic flights from NYC in coach class excluding meal service
• Round trip airport transfers to Reykjavik via Flybus Coach
• 7 nights accommodations in 3* hotels & guest houses w/private bath
• Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily, 1 lunch & 1 dinner
• English speaking tour escort days 3 to 8
• Comprehensive touring and special features as per itinerary
• Entrance with towel at Blue Lagoon
• Northern Lights Academy program with 6 evenings of lectures
Day 01 – DEPARTURE USA-ICELAND
Board your flight for an overnight journey to Keflavik Airport on Iceland. Meals: None
the darkness and search for the elusive Northern Lights,
while best enjoyed from a comfortable hot tub in the garden of the hotel. HOTEL HEKLA or similar
Meals: B
Day 02 – REYKJAVIK ARRIVAL
Upon arrival Flybus transfer to Reykjavik City. Check in
at your hotel. Afternoon free on own to explore Reykjavik
city or take an optional tour.
FOSSHOTEL LIND or similar.
Meals: None
Day 06 – SOUTH ICELAND & EYJAFJALLAJÖKULL
VOLCANO Taveling along the South coast; the first stop
is at the Eyjafjallajökull Information Center where you
learn about living next to a glacier and an active volcano.
Further east, visit one of Iceland’s finest folk museums.
Nearby is Skógafoss waterfall which is one of the most
impressive waterfalls in the country. In the afternoon,
take a stroll on the black lava beach and along bird cliffs in
South Iceland. Spend the next 2 nights in the Vatnajökull
National Park region, located in complete darkness and
ideal for Northern Lights search.
HOTEL LAKI or similar.
Meals: B
Day 03 – BORGARFJÖRDUR SAGA VALLEY
Meet your tour guide and start with a Reykjavík city tour.
Then you will head west for the Borgarfjördur Valley where
your first stop is at an Icelandic wool outlet store. You will
get a chance to climb the Grábrók volcano crater and get
warmed up at Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful
hot spring. Overnight for two nights in Reykholt, West Iceland. The afternoon will include a lecture about the Northern
Lights. After dinner there will be a guided walk in search of
the Northern Lights.
FOSSHOTEL REYKHOLT or similar.
Meals: B
Day 04 – SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA
After breakfast, you will travel to the charming fishing
town of Stykkishólmur for a lunch cruise in the Breidafjördur fjord. As you head back to Reykholt you‘ll travel
through lava fields and along the ocean where you will
have some Icelandic photo ops. Naturally, once darkness falls, you’ll be out and about chasing the Northern
Lights and soaking in the hotel’s outdoor hot tubs.
FOSSHOTEL REYKHOLT or similar.
Meals: B/L
Day 05 – GEYSERS & ICELANDIC HORSES
Today you will travel along the scenic shores of Hvalfjördur fjord to Thingvellir National Park. You will see Gullfoss, a double waterfall that tumbles 34 meters into the
Hvítá river. On to the Geysir geothermal fields where you
will see a variety of hot springs and bubbling pools and a
local chef will serve freshly baked hot spring bread with
Icelandic butter. In the afternoon, you will learn about the
history of Icelandic horses and also visit a geothermal
greenhouse, before reaching your hotel. Tonight step into
Day 07 – SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK & VATNAJÖKULL GLACIER The program today is all about glaciers,
ice and icebergs. We begin at Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, filled
with floating icebergs. In the afternoon, we visit the tiny turf
church at Hof. The Vatnajökull National Park is about 12,000
square kilometers, and the largest National Park in Europe. In
this area, you will find Iceland’s highest mountains, and Europe’s largest glacier. Tonight you will enjoy a movie presentation about Northern Lights as a part of the Northern Lights Academy program. HOTEL LAKI or similar.
Meals: B
Day 08 – SOUTH SHORE, REYKJAVÍK & BLUE LAGOON The tour continues across the Laki lava field to the
village of Vík, for a fantastic photo stop. Further west, enjoy
the view of Seljalandsfoss waterfall. In the afternoon you return
to Reykjavik where you get about 2 hour leisure time. Tonight
we visit the famous Blue Lagoon for a dip, followed by a traditional Icelandic dinner at the Northern Light Inn Hotel and one
last tour to seek out the Northern Lights. Return to Reykjavík
around midnight.
FOSSHOTEL LIND or similar
Meals: B/D
Day 09 – REYKJAVIK-USA Morning free for optional Reykjavik
City Tour or some last minute shopping before transfer on Flybus to Keflavik Airport and your flight back to the U.S. Meals: B
STANDARD GROUP
Dates with maximum 45 persons:
September 26
October 01, 08, 10, 15, 22, 24 & 29
November 05, 07, 12, 19, 21, 26 & 28
December 03, January 09 14, 21, 23 & 28
February 04, 06, 11, 18, 20 & 25
March 03, 05, 10, 17, 19, 24 & 31
Prices from $1681* per person twin
Single from $2010*
Land only rate $1397 per person twin
Single $1726
SMALL GROUP
Dates with maximum 14 persons:
October 05, 19; November 02, 16, 30
January 18
February 01, 15, 29; March 14
Prices from $2575* per person twin
Single from $2904*
Land only rate $2292 per person twin
Single $2621
Land only tour dates are as listed above + 1
day. Air add-ons available from Denver from
$20 and Seattle from $60
Note! Some departure dates are not
available from all gateway cities due to airline
schedules and would require extra nights at
hotel in Reykjavik at an additional cost.
* Departure taxes, Fuel Surcharge and U.S.
security fees are extra. Presently $315 p.p.
additional at time of printing.
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Escorted Tour
Strkkur Geyser by Visit Iceland
Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon by Iceland Travel
VOLCANOS AND GLACIERS
REYKJAVIK - SKOGAR - SOLHEIMAJOKULL GLACIER - VIK - SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK
WESTMAN ISLANDS - GULLFOSS - REYKJAVIK Saturday Departures May 02 - September 26.
7 Days / 6 Nights
Icebergs, hot springs and volcanoes are plentiful in Iceland. Join this popular tour and discover how Mother Nature’s forces are shaping the world in its most primal state.
Tour Includes:
• Transatlantic flight in coach class excluding meal service
• One pre & one post-tour overnight in Reykjavik at
First Class Natura Hotel Reykjavik
Day 01 – Saturday USA-ICELAND
Board your flight for the overnight journey to Keflavik
Airport in Iceland.
Meals: None
Day 02 – Sunday REYKJAVIK
Upon arrival optional Flybus or private car/driver transfer to
Reykjavik City (request a quote if you want us to book arrival/departure transfers). Check in at your hotel. Afternoon
free on your own to explore Reykjavik.
NATURA HOTEL REYKJAVIK
Meals: None
Day 03 – Monday REYKJAVIK-VIK
Pick up at your hotel between 8:15 and 9:30 am. The tour
departs from Reykjavík, where you will travel south through
the greenhouse town of Hveragerdi. Fertile farmland and
glacial rivers abound as we continue on through the south
of Iceland on the way to Skogar and Skogafoss waterfall. Visit with the farmers of Torvaldseyri Farm located at
the foot of the world famous Eyjafjallajökull Volcano that last
erupted in the spring of 2010. A visitors center/family run
exhibit was opened in spring 2011; here guests can view
a 20 minute film about the spectacular natural event. Next
a stop will be made at the Skogar Folk Museum before
continuing on to Solheimajökull Glacier where an optional
glacial walking tour is offered.
Dinner and overnight in Vik area.
Meals: B/D
Day 04 – Tuesday SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK
Travel through the Catholic convent at Kirkjubæjarklaustur
towards Skaftafell National Park, one of Iceland’s most outstanding areas of natural beauty. The area is dominated by
magnificent views of the mighty Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Later, continue to Jökulsarlon Glacial Lagoon
where huge icebergs float in the deep waters of the lagoon.
Dinner and overnight back in Vik area.
Meals: B/D
Day 05 – Wednesday WESTMAN ISLANDS #
Travel along the south coast to Landeyjarhöfn harbor. After arriving at the pier at Bakkafjara, take a 30 minute ferry
to the Westman Islands. Once there the group will explore
Heimaey Island, the largest of the Westman Islands. Other adventures of the day include: a visit to the puffins in
Storhofdi, a walk up to the crater of a volcano that erupted
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• Full Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily & 3 dinners
• Accommodations in rooms with private facilities
• English speaking tour escort days 3 to 5.
only a few years ago and exploring flora of the new lava
field. After lunch the group will have some extra time to
explore the Islands on their own. Dinner and overnight in
Laugarvantn or Hveragerdi area. Meals: B/D
(# Note: If the route to the Westman Islands is closed due
to weather conditions (spring or early summer) the tour
will then continue through lava fields and out wash sands
formed by floods from the volcano Katla and onwards to
Laugarvatn)
Day 06 – Thursday GULLFOSS -REYKJAVIK
The first stop is the Geyser hot spring area to see the
famous great Geyser and Strokkur, a hot spring that
spouts every few minutes. Then on to Gullfoss, one of
Iceland’s most impressive waterfalls. Next is Thingvellir National Park, where the ancient parliament met for
centuries on the shores of Iceland’s largest lake, before
heading back to Reykjavik. Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
NATURA HOTEL REYKJAVIK
Meals: B
Day 07 – Friday REYKJAVIK-USA
Morning free for optional Reykjavik City Tour or some last
minute shopping before transfer on own to Keflavik Airport
and your flight back to the U.S. Meals: B
Guaranteed departures from U.S.
Including air from JFK, Newark,
Boston or Washington-Dulles *
7 Days / 6 Nights
Reykjavik to Reykjavik
Ends: Fridays
Price $2075*
Land only $1326
May 02, 09, 16, 23 & Sep 05, 12, 19 & 26
Price $2324*
Land only $1575
June 06, 13, 27
July 04, 11, 18, 25
Aug 01, 08 & 15
Land only tour starts one day later than
above in Reykjavik.
Air add-on from Denver & Minneapolis from
$72 per person and from Seattle from $128
Note! Some departures dates are not available from all gateway cities due to airline
schedules and would require extra nights
at hotel in Reykjavik at an additional cost.
* Departure taxes, Fuel Surcharge
and U.S. security fees are not included.
Presently $315 p.p. at time of printing.
Escorted Tour
Godafoss Waterfall by Filip Fuxa
ICELAND COMPLETE
Puffins by Florence Mcginn
10 Days / 9 Nights
REYKJAVIK - GULLFOSS - VIK - SKAFTAFELL NATIONAL PARK - HÖFN - EGILSSTADIR
LAKE MYVATN - AKUREYRI - SKAGAFJÖRDUR - BORGARNES - REYKJAVIK
Weekly Departures May 12 - September 15. This comprehensive tour highlights the natural wonders, the majestic landscapes and the unique character of Iceland.
Tour Includes:
• Accommodations in rooms with private facilities
• Transatlantic flight in coach class excluding meal service
• One pre & one post-tour overnight in Reykjavik at First Class Hilton Nordica Hotel or similar • English speaking tour escort on tour portion,
• Full Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily and 5 dinners
days 3-9. Maximum 35 passengers per departure
Day 01 – USA-ICELAND
Board your flight for the overnight journey to Keflavik
Airport in Iceland.
Meals: None
Day 02 – REYKJAVIK
Upon arrival optional Flybus or private car/driver transfer to Reykjavik City. (request a quote if you want us to
book arrival/departure transfers.) Check in at your hotel. Afternoon free on your own to explore Reykjavik.
HILTON NORDICA HOTEL
Meals: None
Day 03 – REYKJAVIK-VIK
Pick up at your hotel in the morning followed by a short Reykjavik city tour. From Reykjavík head through the village of
Hveragerdi to explore Gullfoss, the ‘Golden Waterfall’, and
the nearby Geyser hot spring area to see the famous Geysir and Strokkur, and numerous other hot springs and boiling
mud pools. You drive along the south coast, stop at the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skogarfoss. Continuing eastwards
to Dyrholaey nature reserve, closed during the nesting period
(5/15 until 6/23) , a solitary cliff with interesting formations and
teeming bird life. On to Vik. Dinner and overnight. Meals: B/D
Day 04 – SKAFTAFELL-HÖFN
Cross Eldhraun, the largest mass of lava ever to flow on the
face of the earth, before reaching the small village Kirkjubæjarklaustur, former site of a 12th-century Catholic convent.
The tour continues over Skeidararsandur sands to Skaftafell National Park. Continue to Jökulsarlon Glacial Lagoon
to see the birthplace of icebergs. You will have a optional
boat tour between the floating icebergs before continuing to
Höfn for dinner and overnight.
Meals: B/D
muborgir, the pseudocraters at Skutustadir and the Laxa salmon river. Overnight and dinner in the Myvatn area Meals: B/D
Day 07 – LAKE MYVATN-AKUREYRI
After breakfast you will head towards the northern
capital Akureyri with a stop at the waterfall Godafoss.
Akureyri has become the northern centre of education,
culture, trade and industry. Dinner on own tonight. Overnight in Akureyri area.
Meals: B
Day 08 – AKUREYRI-BORGARNES
Majestic mountains and narrow passes lead to Skagafjördur for an introduction of the unique Icelandic horse, with
its fifth gait - the tölt. Cross the Holtavörduheidi plateau to
Borgarfjördur in the beautiful Borgarnes. Overnight and
dinner in Borgarnes area. Meals: B/D
Day 09 – BORGARNES-REYKJAVIK
Your last day touring will take you on a drive to Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot spring in the world. Head to
Lake Tingvallavatn, Iceland’s largest lake, and Thingvellir
National Park, the ancient site of the world’s first parliament held outdoors. Afternoon arrival in Reykjavik. Overnight at HILTON NORDICA HOTEL
Meals: B
Day 10 – REYKJAVIK-USA
Morning free for optional Reykjavik City Tour or some last
minute shopping before transfer to Keflavik Airport and your
Meals: B
afternoon flight back to the U.S. Guaranteed departures from U.S.
Including air from JFK, Newark,
Boston or Washington-Dulles *
10 Days / 9 Nights
Reykjavik to Reykjavik
Tour Starts: Tuesdays & Sundays
Ends: Thursdays & Tuesdays
Price from $3005*
Land only $2269
May 12, 19 & Sep 01, 08 & 15
Price from $3403*
Land only $2667
June 02, 07, 09, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
July 05, 07, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
Aug 02, 04, 11, 18 & 25
Air add-on from Denver and Minneapolis
from $72 per person and from Seattle
from $128 per person
Day 05 – HÖFN-EGILSSTADIR
Tour over the Almannaskard pass to Lonsöræfi, a mountainous wilderness ringed by extinct volcanos. Towering mountains, their bare rock faces ridged by nature, plunge vertically into the sea to form Austfirdir, Iceland’s magnificent East
Fjords. On to Egilsstadir for dinner and overnight. Meals: B/D
Note! Some departures dates are not
available from all gateway cities due to
airline schedule variations and would require extra nights at hotel in Reykjavik at
an additional cost.
Day 06 – EGILSSTADIR-LAKE MYVATN
Explore the highland desert plateau Mödrudalsöræfi. Continue towards Namaskard pass with its boiling mud pools
and vibrant color. Explore the natural beauty of the Lake
Myvatn area, including the peculiar lava formations at Dim
*Departure taxes, fuel surcharges and
U.S. security fees are extra. Presently
$315 p.p. at time of printing.
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Escorted Tour
Smolny Cathedral St Petersburg by Anton Sokolov
Red Square in Moscow by Nicolai Sorokin
IMPERIAL RUSSIA
ST. PETERSBURG & MOSCOW Saturday departures June 13 – September 05.
8 Days / 7 Nights
Tour Includes:
• Deluxe class city center hotels
• Daily buffet breakfast plus one lunch
• Comprehensive guided sightseeing in English including
entrance fees as applicable
Day 01 – Saturday ST. PETERSBURG ARRIVAL
Arrive into St. Petersburg, transfer arrangements on own to
your hotel. Please consult information bulletin at your hotel
and pick up your welcome letter. Evening free on own.
5* CORINTHIA HOTEL ST. PETERSBURG Meals: None
Day 02 – Sunday ST. PETERSBURG
Breakfast at your hotel. Morning at leisure on own to explore
St. Petersburg, a city founded in 1703 by Tzar Peter the
Great and one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. In the
afternoon, meet your escort and receive information about
your upcoming tour program. This is followed by a 3-hour
panoramic city sightseeing tour which will cover some of
the many highlights of the city including the Nevsky Prospect, the Senates Square, Peter and Paul’s Fortress and St.
Isaac’s Cathedral and the magnificent church of the “Spilled
Blood”. Return to your hotel. Evening at leisure. Your tour
escort will assist with recommendations and reservations for
optional evening arrangements for the next six nights.
CORINTHIA HOTEL ST PETERSBURG
Meals: B
Day 03 – Monday ST. PETERSBURG
Buffet breakfast at hotel. Day is at leisure to further explore
this magnificent city and its treasures.
Meals: B
Day 04 – Tuesday ST. PETERSBURG
Breakfast at hotel. Meet your local English-speaking guide
for a full day tour of the city by coach starting at the famous
Peterhof Palace, the royal summer residence with its wonderful parks, 176 fountains and gilded statues. Lunch is included today at a local restaurant. Continue to the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum and state rooms of the Winter
Palace, which occupies six magnificent buildings situated
along the Neva River. Afternoon return to the hotel.
Meals: B/L
Day 05 – Wednesday
ST. PETERSBURG - MOSCOW
Breakfast at hotel. Private transfer including tour leader
from your hotel to the railway station, where you will
board the Sapsan Train (1st class) bound for Moscow.
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• High speed “Sapsan” train St. Petersburg to Moscow in 1st class
• Multi-lingual English-speaking tour escort from Day 2-7
• Luggage service at all hotels plus at rail stations
Porter service is provided at the railway stations in St.
Petersburg and Moscow. Afternoon arrival in Moscow
where you will be met at the railway station and transferred to your centrally located hotel for check-in. The
evening is at leisure.
5* INTERCONTINENTAL MOSCOW TVERSKAYA Meals: B
Day 06 – Thursday MOSCOW
Breakfast at hotel. Today is the panoramic city tour where
you will see famous churches and cathedrals, beautiful
theaters and palaces, and the Central Stadium in Luzhniki which hosted the 1980 Olympic Games. On to the
historical centre of the city, including the Red Square,
Sofiiskaya Embankment and more. You will also see
the modern part of the city which includes the Lenin (Vorobievy) Hills – the highest place in Moscow, providing
a beautiful view of the city and Poklonnaya Hill where
there is a monument commemorating defenders of the
city during World War II. A lunch stop is made (at your
own cost). In the afternoon continue with a tour of one
of Moscow’s beautiful Metro stations, a highlight in itself.
After a short journey on the Metro a visit is made to the
State Tretyakov Gallery (entrance included), the national
treasury of Russian fine art. Return to the hotel.
5* INTERCONTINENTAL MOSCOW TVERSKAYA
Meals: B
Day 07 – Friday MOSCOW
BBreakfast at hotel. Full day guided city tour of Moscow during which you will enjoy a privately guided tour
of the Kremlin grounds and visit the Armoury Chamber
with its famous collection of Faberge eggs, jewels and
royal thrones. A lunch stop is made (at your own cost).
In the afternoon you will enjoy a cruise on the Moscow
River from the city center including views of the Kremlin, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills, Cathedral of
the Saviour Christ, and much more. Return to the hotel.
5* INTERCONTINENTAL MOSCOW TVERSKAYA Meals: B
Day 08 – Saturday MOSCOW DEPARTURE
Breakfast buffet at hotel. Check out and tour ends.
Departure on your own.
Meals: B
A visa is required for entry into Russia and is obtained on
own. Required visa support letter is provided. Russian
Consulate web site for visa information and forms:
www.russianembassy.org
8 days / 7 nights
St. Petersburg – Moscow
Ends: Saturdays
Price $2389
June 13, 27
July 11, 25
Aug 01, 08, 15, 22, 29
Sep 05
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reservation and forfeiture of deposit.
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In such cases we will make every effort to provide similar alternative arrangements, if not possible a full refund will be given constituting full settlement.
CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS: Cancellation fees are assessed as a percentage of the total tour price. Notification of cancellations must be in writing.
Up to 60 days prior to tour departure a refund will be paid less a 25% (50% for Greenland) cancellation fee of total tour price. Between 59 and 31 days prior to tour departure a refund
will be paid less a 50% cancellation fee of total tour price. Cancellations received between 30 and 15 days prior to tour departure a refund will be paid less a 75% cancellation fee of total
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NOTE!! Unused portions of all tours are non-refundable.
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requirements.
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