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PREMIUM SWEDEN & NORWAY

Experience Scandinavia’s stunning cities, fjords and natural beauty

Tour highlights:

  • Premium small-group journey through Sweden & Norway
  • Travel from Stockholm to Oslo
  • Explore Stockholm’s historic Gamla Stan
  • Cruise through Norway’s spectacular fjords
  • Visit Bergen and Oslo
  • Premium accommodation and local experiences
  • Scenic rail and ferry journeys
  • Small group touring experience

*Premium Intrepid Travel journey. Subject to availability and departure dates.

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  • Activities
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  • Group Size
    No size limit - No size limit
  • Locations
    Europe
  • Trip Duration
    9 Day(s) 8 Night(s)
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Keywords : Escorted tour , Europe , Intrepid
Trip code :TVST0026
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PREMIUM SWEDEN & NORWAY

Tour Overview:

Discover the very best of Scandinavia on this Premium small-group journey through Sweden and Norway. Explore vibrant cities, charming old towns, dramatic fjords, stunning mountain landscapes and rich Nordic culture while enjoying carefully selected accommodation, exceptional local experiences and expert local leadership.

Tour Style:

  • Premium Small Group Journey
  • Expert Local Leader
  • Premium Accommodation Throughout

Tour Highlights:

  • Discover Stockholm, Sweden's elegant waterfront capital
  • Explore Stockholm's historic Gamla Stan (Old Town)
  • Experience spectacular Scandinavian scenery
  • Journey through Norway's breathtaking fjord landscapes
  • Visit the vibrant city of Bergen
  • Explore the Norwegian capital of Oslo
  • Enjoy scenic rail journeys through dramatic mountain regions
  • Travel through picturesque villages and waterways
  • Immerse yourself in Nordic culture, history and cuisine

Premium Inclusions:

  • Premium accommodation throughout the journey
  • Daily breakfast
  • Select signature dining experiences
  • Expert local tour leader
  • Guided sightseeing and cultural experiences
  • Transportation throughout the itinerary
  • Selected premium local experiences
  • 24/7 local support

Why You'll Love This Journey:

  • Experience two of Scandinavia's most beautiful countries in one journey
  • Discover a combination of cosmopolitan cities and spectacular natural scenery
  • Travel with a small group for a more personalised experience
  • See iconic fjords, mountains and coastal landscapes
  • Enjoy carefully curated Premium accommodation and unique local experiences
  • Learn about Nordic traditions, history and lifestyles from knowledgeable local guides

Scandinavian Highlights:

  • Stockholm's waterfront setting and historic architecture
  • Norway's world-famous fjords
  • Bergen's colourful harbour and maritime heritage
  • Oslo's blend of modern design and Viking history
  • Spectacular rail and ferry routes through the Nordic countryside
  • Local food, culture and authentic Scandinavian hospitality

Ideal For:

  • Travellers seeking a premium Scandinavian experience
  • Nature lovers and photography enthusiasts
  • Couples and solo travellers
  • Those wanting a balance of culture, history and natural beauty

*Please contact us for current departure dates, detailed itinerary, pricing and availability. Tour inclusions, itinerary and pricing are subject to change without notice.

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Itineraries

Day 1

Stockholm

Valkommen! Welcome to Sweden. When you arrive in Stockholm, you’ll be picked up from the airport and transferred to your accommodation. Often referred to as the 'Venice of the North' and arguably Scandinavia's most beautiful city, Stockholm is packed full of amazing architecture, parks and clear waters. Your adventure will begin with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe stroll along the narrow cobblestone streets lined with colourful merchant houses and soak up the atmosphere. Maybe grab a cinnamon roll in Stockholm’s oldest cafe – Sundbergs Konditori on Jarntorget Square, which dates back to 1785. Tonight, you’ll have a welcome dinner with your trip leader and group to toast to a new adventure.
 Accommodation
  • Freys Hotel or similar (1 night)
 Meals
  • Dinner
 Included activities
  • Stockholm - Welcome Dinner
  • Stockholm - Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Special information

It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance and emergency contact details at this time. If you are going to be late, please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

Day 2

Stockholm

This morning after breakfast, you’ll head out on a walking tour of Gamlastan (the Old Town of Stockholm) to get your bearings. Your tour ends by the port, where you’ll board a ferry to the island of Fjaderholmarna. Get to know the sweeter side of this island’s history on a guided walking tour paired with a tasting of six chocolate pralines, each inspired by a moment from Fjaderholmarna’s history. After, you’ll have some free time to explore the island at your own pace before taking the boat ride back to the city. The rest of your afternoon and evening are free – maybe make a stop for fika (coffee and pastry), take a self-guided Millennium walking tour to see key locations from Stieg Larsson’s best-selling crime trilogy or visit the ABBA Museum. You can also take a trip to Drottningholm Palace – the residence of the Swedish royal family. Tonight, maybe head to Stockholm's Sodermalm district – the inner-city island with the best nightlife.
 Accommodation
  • Freys Hotel or similar (1 night)
 Meals
  • Breakfast
 Included activities
  • Stockholm - Fika Break
  • Stockholm - Gamlastan Walking Tour
  • Stockholm - 24 hour Public Transport Pass
  • Stockholm - Fjäderholmarna Island Chocolate and History Walk
 Optional activities
  • Stockholm - Nobel Prize Museum - SEK150
  • Stockholm - Fotografiska (Photography Museum) - SEK220
  • Stockholm - Abba Museum - SEK299
  • Stockholm - Drottningholm Palace - SEK150
  • Stockholm - Vasa Museum - SEK230
  • Stockholm - Millennium Books Tour - SEK450

Day 3

Granna

Leave Stockholm this morning after breakfast and head for the small, medieval town of Vadstena on the shores of Lake Vattern. Have lunch with your group, then take a guided tour of Vadstena Castle – Sweden’s most well-preserved example of a Renaissance royal palace. Built in the 16th century, the palace was turned into a granary and later a cloth factory in the 19th century. It now houses the National Archives and hosts performances by the International Vadstena Academy Foundation singing school in the summer. After your visit, continue to Granna and check into your Feature Stay accommodation – Gyllene Uttern. This boutique hotel offers sweeping views of Lake Vattern and Visingso Island, plus a sauna where you can take in panoramic views of your surroundings while you unwind. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing, then have dinner at the hotel with your group this evening.
 Accommodation
  • Hotel Gyllene Uttern (Feature Stay) or similar (1 night)
 Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
 Included activities
  • Vadstena - Castle Guided Tour
Special information

Your travel time today will be approximately 3 hours.

Day 4

Granna

This morning, take a short ferry to Visingso Island, where you’ll take a horse-drawn carriage tour to learn about centuries-old local traditions. You’ll stop at the medieval Kumlaby Church to climb the tower from which, on a clear day, you can see views across four provinces! Return to the mainland and have lunch, then go on an apple safari at the Rudenstam apple orchards – this farm is famous for its award-winning must (a non-alcoholic drink made from pressed apples). After, return to the hotel, where the rest of your day is free. Maybe head to the sauna or simply take in the beautiful nature surrounding you.
 Accommodation
  • Hotel Gyllene Uttern (Feature Stay) or similar (1 night)
 Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
 Included activities
  • Visingso - Horse-drawn Carriage Island Tour
  • Granna - Apple Safari
 Optional activities
  • Vadstena - Lace Museum - SEK20
  • Vadstena - Gottfrid Larsson Garden - Free
  • Vadstena - Sancta Birgitta Klostermuseum - SEK100
  • Vadstena - Fogelsta Railway - SEK80
  • Vadstena - The Town Museum - SEK80
  • Vadstena - Modern Sculptures Park - Free

Day 5

Oslo

Leave Granna behind this morning and travel to Oslo, admiring the scenery of endless forests and lakes along the way (grab a window seat if you can!). On the way, you’ll stop in one of the local towns for lunch and say your farewells to Sweden. Arrive in Oslo in the late afternoon, take some time to unwind and check into the hotel. The evening is free for you to explore on your own. Maybe head to a rooftop bar for night-time city views or head to Gamla – Oslo’s oldest performance venue – to catch a jazz or rock gig.
 Accommodation
  • Thon Hotel Cecil or similar (1 night)
 Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
 Included activities
  • Local Lunch on The Way to Oslo
Special information

Your travel time today will be approximately 5.5 hours.

Day 6

Oslo

This morning after breakfast, explore the major attractions of the vibrant Norwegian capital including Oslo Opera House, which quickly became the city's icon after its reconstruction in 2008, and Karl Johan’s Gate, the city's emblematic two-lane central street. Admire the Royal Palace from a distance and look at frescoes depicting Scandinavian history on the walls of red-brick Oslo City Hall. Later this afternoon, you’ll head outside the city to meet with a local chef with more than a decade of kitchen experience for a relaxed forest walk. Your local guide will share insights into Norwegian culture, traditions and Norway’s mountain gastronomy. Along the way, you’ll learn how nature and food are deeply connected to everyday local life. As you walk through tranquil forest, you’ll stop do a tasting of traditional cold plates like lamb, cured mountain trout, horse, venison and other local delicacies. Weather permitting, you’ll pause for a photo op at a scenic lookout. You’ll then settle into a cosy camp where the chef will prepare some wild Scandinavian meats. Warm up with comforting, hot drinks and have a go at making your own Norwegian romme waffle over the campfire, topped with traditional favourites like sweet brown cheese (brunost).
 Accommodation
  • Thon Hotel Cecil or similar (1 night)
 Meals
  • Breakfast
 Included activities
  • Oslo – Walking Tour
  • Oslo - Forest Feast and Golden Hour with Local Chef
 Optional activities
  • Oslo - Island Hopping on Oslofjord - NOK130
  • Oslo - Resistance Museum - NOK100
  • Oslo - Fram Museum - NOK180
  • Oslo - Akershus Castle & Fortress - NOK100
  • Oslo - The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History - NOK195
  • Oslo - Museum Edvard Munch - NOK180
  • Oslo - Holmenkollen Museum - NOK195

Day 7

Bergen

Today is a travel day, but it’s one of the most impressive you’ll experience! Start with an incredibly scenic train journey from Oslo to Flam, seeing Norwegian nature at its most magnificent. Stopping in Myrdal, you’ll travel to the head of Aurlandsfjord on one of the world’s steepest stretches of train line, cutting through deep ravines, rivers, waterfalls, mountains and farms. On the way, you’ll pick up snacks and drinks and then set sail through the breathtaking Naeroyfjord on board an electric boat. Disembark in Gudvangen, then take a private transfer through the equally striking Naeroydalen to Bergen.
 Accommodation
  • Zander K Hotel (Superior Rooms) or similar (1 night)
 Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
 Included activities
  • Flam - Naeroyfjord Cruise
  • Flam - Railway
Special information

Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours.

Luggage will sent by special service from Oslo to the hotel in Bergen and will be waiting for you when you arrive. This covers one piece of luggage. Additional luggage will incur extra costs. When packing your day pack, please consider that you will be getting on and off trains and other vehicles, so only bring the essentials.

Day 8

Bergen

Join a local guide for a tour of Bergen’s city centre to see the highlights and learn more about its colourful history. See both the old and new parts of the city, including City Park, the old wooden buildings of the city centre and the wide streets and alleyways. Take a closer look at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old wharf and hear about the operations of the Hanseatic League – a network of merchant guilds which dominated maritime trade in the region. Next, embark on an immersive, theatrical tour where you’ll learn about Viking culture. Hop aboard an authentic Viking ship and hear about the daily life, culture, mythology and pagan belief systems from your guide who will be wearing authentic clothing and remain in character throughout the experience. Disembark the ship and take a cable car up Mt Floyen, where a second Viking guide will welcome you to the camp with a pot of moose and reindeer stew simmering over the fire. Full of humour, improvisation and interaction, this tour will bring Norse history alive, making for a memorable final night on your adventure. Take the cable car back to the city, then join your group for a farewell dinner and toast to the memories you’ve shared.
 Accommodation
  • Zander K Hotel (Superior Rooms) or similar (1 night)
 Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
 Included activities
  • Bergen - Guided City Tour
  • Bergen - Viking Experience with lunch

Day 9

Bergen

Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you would like to spend some more time in Bergen, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.
 Meals
  • Breakfast
 Optional activities
  • Bergen - Bergenhus Fortress - Free
  • Bergen - Vidden Trail Hike - Free
  • Bergen - Hakons Hall - NOK120
  • Bergen - Rosenkrantz Tower - NOK170
  • Bergen - Aquarium - NOK370
  • Bergen - Mt Ulriken Cable Car & Shuttle - NOK310
  • Bergen - 24 hour Transport and Sightseeing Pass - NOK420
  • Premium accommodation throughout the journey
  • Daily breakfast
  • Select signature dining experiences
  • Expert local tour leader
  • Guided sightseeing and cultural experiences
  • Transportation throughout the itinerary
  • Selected premium local experiences
  • 24/7 local support

Why You'll Love This Journey:

  • Experience two of Scandinavia's most beautiful countries in one journey
  • Discover a combination of cosmopolitan cities and spectacular natural scenery
  • Travel with a small group for a more personalised experience
  • See iconic fjords, mountains and coastal landscapes
  • Enjoy carefully curated Premium accommodation and unique local experiences
  • Learn about Nordic traditions, history and lifestyles from knowledgeable local guides

Scandinavian Highlights:

  • Stockholm's waterfront setting and historic architecture
  • Norway's world-famous fjords
  • Bergen's colourful harbour and maritime heritage
  • Oslo's blend of modern design and Viking history
  • Spectacular rail and ferry routes through the Nordic countryside
  • Local food, culture and authentic Scandinavian hospitality

Ideal For:

  • Travellers seeking a premium Scandinavian experience
  • Nature lovers and photography enthusiasts
  • Couples and solo travellers
  • Those wanting a balance of culture, history and natural beau
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  • Tourism visa or transit visa if required
  • Upgrades to Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class available and to be quote at the time of booking.
  • Itinerary deviations (e.g. extensions or specific airline requests). This will be quoted by a North Travel consultant at the time of booking.
  • Professional service fee's (if any)
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