A Scandinavian Journey: Norway, Finland, and Sweden (10 Days/ 9 Nights) - Elite Voyages

A Scandinavian Journey: Norway, Finland, and Sweden (10 Days/ 9 Nights)

from $4,540

Norway ranks 17th in the World Economic Forum’s Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report. Every one in fifteen people throughout the country work in the tourism industry. Tourism is seasonal in Norway, with more than half of the total tourists visiting between the months of May and August.

The main attractions of Norway are the varied landscapes that extend across the Arctic Circle. It is famous for its fjord-indented coastline and its mountains, ski resorts, lakes, and woods. Popular tourist destinations in Norway include Oslo, Ålesund, Bergen, Stavanger, Trondheim, Kristiansand and Tromsø. Much of the nature of Norway remains unspoiled, and thus attracts numerous hikers and skiers. The fjords, mountains, and waterfalls in Western and Northern Norway attract several hundred thousand foreign tourists each year. In the cities, cultural idiosyncrasies such as the Holmenkollen ski jump attract many visitors, as do landmarks such as Bergen’s Bryggen and Oslo’s Vigeland Sculpture Park.

Finland is a Northern European nation bordering Sweden, Norway, and Russia. Its capital, Helsinki, occupies a peninsula and surrounding islands in the Baltic Sea. Helsinki is home to the 18th-century sea fortress Suomenlinna, the fashionable Design District, and diverse museums. The Northern Lights can be seen from the country’s Arctic Lapland province, a vast wilderness with national parks and ski resorts. If you always want to visit the original Santa’s North Pole residence, here it is in the Lapland Arctic Province.

Sweden is part of the geographical area of Fennoscandia. The climate is in general mild for its northerly latitude due to significant maritime influence. In spite of the high latitude, Sweden often has warm continental summers, being located in between the North Atlantic, the Baltic Sea, and vast Russia. The general climate and environment vary significantly from the south and north due to the vast latitudinal difference, and much of Sweden has reliably cold and snowy winters. Southern Sweden is predominantly agricultural, while the north is heavily forested and includes a portion of the Scandinavian Mountains.

Optional extension in arctic Finland available for 4 days, 3 nights for northern lights tour at the Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort.

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“Northern Lights Explorer: Finland Extension (4 Days/ 3 Nights)” is an extension to our “A Scandanavian Journey: Norway, Finland, and Sweden (10 Days/ 9 Nights)” tour.

 

Elite Voyages offers year-round departures. Contact us regarding custom departure dates and availability.

Duration:
10 Days
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Group size:
Min 4

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from $4,540

Norway ranks 17th in the World Economic Forum’s Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report. Every one in fifteen people throughout the country work in the tourism industry. Tourism is seasonal in Norway, with more than half of the total tourists visiting between the months of May and August.

The main attractions of Norway are the varied landscapes that extend across the Arctic Circle. It is famous for its fjord-indented coastline and its mountains, ski resorts, lakes, and woods. Popular tourist destinations in Norway include Oslo, Ålesund, Bergen, Stavanger, Trondheim, Kristiansand and Tromsø. Much of the nature of Norway remains unspoiled, and thus attracts numerous hikers and skiers. The fjords, mountains, and waterfalls in Western and Northern Norway attract several hundred thousand foreign tourists each year. In the cities, cultural idiosyncrasies such as the Holmenkollen ski jump attract many visitors, as do landmarks such as Bergen’s Bryggen and Oslo’s Vigeland Sculpture Park.

Finland is a Northern European nation bordering Sweden, Norway, and Russia. Its capital, Helsinki, occupies a peninsula and surrounding islands in the Baltic Sea. Helsinki is home to the 18th-century sea fortress Suomenlinna, the fashionable Design District, and diverse museums. The Northern Lights can be seen from the country’s Arctic Lapland province, a vast wilderness with national parks and ski resorts. If you always want to visit the original Santa’s North Pole residence, here it is in the Lapland Arctic Province.

Sweden is part of the geographical area of Fennoscandia. The climate is in general mild for its northerly latitude due to significant maritime influence. In spite of the high latitude, Sweden often has warm continental summers, being located in between the North Atlantic, the Baltic Sea, and vast Russia. The general climate and environment vary significantly from the south and north due to the vast latitudinal difference, and much of Sweden has reliably cold and snowy winters. Southern Sweden is predominantly agricultural, while the north is heavily forested and includes a portion of the Scandinavian Mountains.

Optional extension in arctic Finland available for 4 days, 3 nights for northern lights tour at the Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort.

CLICK HERE FOR EXTENSION

“Northern Lights Explorer: Finland Extension (4 Days/ 3 Nights)” is an extension to our “A Scandanavian Journey: Norway, Finland, and Sweden (10 Days/ 9 Nights)” tour.

 

Elite Voyages offers year-round departures. Contact us regarding custom departure dates and availability.

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All about the A Scandinavian Journey: Norway, Finland, and Sweden (10 Days/ 9 Nights).

Norway ranks 17th in the World Economic Forum’s Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report. Every one in fifteen people throughout the country work in the tourism industry. Tourism is seasonal in Norway, with more than half of the total tourists visiting between the months of May and August.

The main attractions of Norway are the varied landscapes that extend across the Arctic Circle. It is famous for its fjord-indented coastline and its mountains, ski resorts, lakes, and woods. Popular tourist destinations in Norway include Oslo, Ålesund, Bergen, Stavanger, Trondheim, Kristiansand and Tromsø. Much of the nature of Norway remains unspoiled, and thus attracts numerous hikers and skiers. The fjords, mountains, and waterfalls in Western and Northern Norway attract several hundred thousand foreign tourists each year. In the cities, cultural idiosyncrasies such as the Holmenkollen ski jump attract many visitors, as do landmarks such as Bergen’s Bryggen and Oslo’s Vigeland Sculpture Park.

Finland is a Northern European nation bordering Sweden, Norway, and Russia. Its capital, Helsinki, occupies a peninsula and surrounding islands in the Baltic Sea. Helsinki is home to the 18th-century sea fortress Suomenlinna, the fashionable Design District, and diverse museums. The Northern Lights can be seen from the country’s Arctic Lapland province, a vast wilderness with national parks and ski resorts. If you always want to visit the original Santa’s North Pole residence, here it is in the Lapland Arctic Province.

Sweden is part of the geographical area of Fennoscandia. The climate is in general mild for its northerly latitude due to significant maritime influence. In spite of the high latitude, Sweden often has warm continental summers, being located in between the North Atlantic, the Baltic Sea, and vast Russia. The general climate and environment vary significantly from the south and north due to the vast latitudinal difference, and much of Sweden has reliably cold and snowy winters. Southern Sweden is predominantly agricultural, while the north is heavily forested and includes a portion of the Scandinavian Mountains.

Elite Voyages offers year-round departures. Contact us regarding custom departure dates and availability.

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

Private transfers between airports and hotels.

  • 9-nights accommodations at listed hotels, including all taxes and service charges.
  • Meals as indicated. B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner.
  • Comprehensive sightseeing includes entrance fees.
  • The services of an English-speaking Tour Guide/Escort.
  • Baggage handling and porterage.
  • The services of a professional Tour Host.
What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
  • International airfare from USA gateway
  • Travel Insurance
  • Gratuities for your local guides and drivers
  1. Day 1 USA- Oslo, Norway

    Airport to hotel transfer with English speaking driver.
    Hotel: Grand Hotel Oslo or similar

  2. Day 2 Oslo

    3-hour private panoramic sightseeing with vehicle and guide (no entrances).

    Depart on a private first-class vehicle, together with your local authorized guide. You begin your visit outside with a walk around the new Opera House, which opened in April 2008. From the spectacular outdoor terrace, you will be able to enjoy stunning views across the Oslo fjord. The tour continues past the Akershus Fortress for a short walk and photo stop. Throughout 700 years, Akershus Fortress has played a central role in Norwegian history. As a Royal residence, center of administration, and as a military fortification, the fortress and the castle have set the stage for both mundane and dramatic events. The Vigeland Park, one of the major Scandinavian cultural treasures, will welcome you with the sculptures of Gustav Vigeland, who dedicated his life to his artistic works. You will enjoy a leisurely walk while experiencing fascinating works of art. During the tour of Oslo, you will also pass by the Royal Palace and the main street, Karl Johan. Return trip back and end of visit.
    (B)

    Hotel: Grand Hotel Oslo or similar

  3. Day 3 Oslo

    NORWEGIAN EVENING ON THE FJORD by boat (3 hours)

    Free at leisure until early evening. Enjoy a 3-hour evening cruise on board a traditional wooden sailing ship, passing through a maze of green islands, the Opera House and the Akershus fortress. This trip is also popular among people living in Oslo. Some evenings they play blues or jazz on board. A traditional Norwegian prawn buffet is included in the price.
    (B)

    Hotel: Grand Hotel Oslo or similar

  4. Day 4 Oslo, Norway - Helsinki, Finland

    Hotel to airport transfer will be provided with an English speaking driver. Upon arrival in Helsinki, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel.
    (B)

    Hotel: St. George Helsinki or similar

  5. Day 5 Helsinki

    3-hour private panoramic sightseeing with vehicle and guide (no entrances).
    Depart on a private first-class vehicle, together with your local authorized guide. Helsinki, the capital of Finland is also known as “The Daughter of the Baltic Sea”. The tour includes the Senate Square, the University and Lutheran Cathedral – all displaying neo-classical architecture of the 1840’s, the colorful Market Square by the sea in the South Harbour, Kaivopuisto Park and diplomatic residences, the imposing statue of Marshall Mannerheim, the Parliament Building, Finlandia Hall, the Orthodox Russian Church Uspenski and the Sibelius Monument. An outside (no entrance) visit is also made to Temppeliaukio Church – called the “Rock Church” as it is carved into solid rock.
    (B)

    Hotel: St. George Helsinki or similar

  6. Day 6 Helsinki

    Finnish Lakes and Forests (4 hours and 30 minutes)
    Guided tour by bus to Nuuksio National Park Nuuksio is one of the top nature attractions in Finland! Experience the beautiful and unforgettable Finnish nature on a guided half-day tour to Nuuksio National Park in Espoo, located 30 km from Helsinki. On this guided half-day bus tour from Helsinki to Nuuksio National Park (in Espoo) we invite you to discover the Finnish nature with its lakes and forests! The tour includes a guided walk in the forest of the National Park with an English-speaking guide. Nuuksio is one of the top nature attractions in Finland where you can experience the Finnish nature and the peaceful wilderness. In the National Park live dozens of endangered or near-threatened animals, plants and fungi species. In Nuuksio, you can also visit the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia (extra charge / free with Helsinki Card). The exhibitions in Haltia let you explore all of Finland’s unique nature under one roof. In Haltia you also find a restaurant and café.
    (B)

    Hotel: St. George Helsinki or similar

  7. Day 7 Helsinki, Finland - Stockholm, Sweden

    Hotel to airport transfer will be provided with an English speaking driver. Upon arrival in Stockholm, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel with English speaking driver.
    (B)

    Hotel: Bank Hotel or similar

  8. Day 8 Stockholm

    3-hour private panoramic sightseeing with vehicle and guide (no entrances)

    Depart on a private first-class vehicle, together with your local authorized guide. The city of Stockholm, built on 14 islands and connected by 57 bridges, exudes a unique charm in its combination of 13th century Old Town with modern high-tech architecture. Stockholm’s islands are bordered by Lake Mälaren in the west and the Baltic Sea in the east, where the archipelago with its 30.000 islands awaits exploration. It is not surprising that the city has earned the nickname “Beauty on Water”. Renowned for its beauty, Stockholm is also the hub of the Baltic area with easy access to the Nordic capitals as well as the Baltic countries. The capital is a big city with a small-town personality. With its handy size and short walking distances, it is easy to cover a lot in a short amount of time. The sightseeing tour, which includes outside visits to the Old Town and the City Hall with its blue and golden halls known for hosting the Nobel festivities, make for a memorable morning tour. Discover a city of contrasts. Go back 750 years in time and feel the medieval atmosphere as you wander the narrow and cobbled streets of Old Town, or as the locals say ”Gamla Stan”. During our stroll through Old Town, we will pass by the seven- hundred -year -old Cathedral of Stockholm, the seat of the archbishop, while also getting a chance to see Stortorget, where the Stockholm Blood Bath took place.
    (B)

    Hotel: Bank Hotel or similar

  9. Day 9 Stockholm

    ROYAL CANAL TOUR (50MIN-1HR)

    Leaving the inner city behind, we’ll pass beautiful and famous buildings as we enter the peaceful Djurgården canal. On the canal, we will pass several historical buildings, museums, and beautiful green areas. When we head home, a fabulous view of the Stockholm skyline opens up – only to be seen from the water! The tour is guided in 11 languages.
    (B)

    Hotel: Bank Hotel or similar

  10. Day 10 Stockholm - USA

    Hotel to airport transfer with English speaking driver will be provided for your homebound flight.
    (B)

Grand Hotel Oslo
Oslo, Norway

 

Grand Hotel Oslo
Oslo, Norway

 

Bank Hotel
Stockholm, Sweden

Hotel St. George
Helsinki, Finland

 

Hotel St. George
Helsinki, Finland

 

Bank Hotel
Stockholm, Sweden

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