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CLASSIC SCANDINAVIA
Tour from:
- From NZ$6,440 per person*
Destinations: Finland, Sweden & Norway
Duration: 8 Days
Start / End: Helsinki, Finland to Oslo, Norway
Style: Comfort Small Group Journey
Group Size: 1 to 12 Travellers
Minimum Age: 15 Years
Tour Overview:
Experience the best of Scandinavia on this immersive journey through Finland, Sweden and Norway. Explore the vibrant capitals of Helsinki, Stockholm and Oslo, cruise through Stockholm's spectacular archipelago, experience traditional Swedish Fika culture, bake cinnamon rolls with locals, enjoy a forest lunch in rural Sweden and discover the stunning landscapes, culture and cuisine of the Nordic region.
Package Inclusions:
- 6 nights hotel accommodation
- 1 night overnight ferry accommodation
- 7 breakfasts
- 1 lunch
- 1 dinner
- Train travel
- Private vehicle transportation
- Tram and metro transport where required
- Expert local leader throughout
Included Experiences:
- Guided tour of Helsinki
- Stockholm orientation walk
- Traditional Swedish Fika experience
- 3-hour Stockholm Archipelago boat cruise
- Cinnamon roll baking experience in Tallberg
- Forest walk and outdoor lunch with a local host
- Norwegian snacks tasting
- Aquavit tasting in Oslo
- Leader-led orientation walk of Oslo
Day-by-Day Highlights:
- Day 1 – Helsinki: Arrive in Finland's elegant capital and meet your fellow travellers.
- Day 2 – Helsinki: Explore Helsinki's highlights including Helsinki Cathedral before boarding an overnight ferry to Stockholm.
- Day 3 – Stockholm: Arrive in Sweden and discover the cobbled streets of Gamla Stan. Experience the beloved Swedish tradition of Fika.
- Day 4 – Stockholm: Enjoy a scenic three-hour cruise through Stockholm's archipelago of approximately 30,000 islands.
- Day 5 – Tallberg: Travel through the Swedish countryside to Tallberg and enjoy a traditional cinnamon roll baking experience.
- Day 6 – Tallberg: Walk through the forest and enjoy an outdoor lunch cooked over an open fire by a local host.
- Day 7 – Oslo: Travel to Norway's capital, explore the waterfront Opera House and enjoy Norwegian snacks, beer and aquavit tasting.
- Day 8 – Oslo: Tour concludes after breakfast.
Scandinavian Highlights:
- Explore three Nordic countries in one journey
- Discover Helsinki, Stockholm and Oslo
- Cruise Stockholm's spectacular island archipelago
- Experience authentic Swedish Fika culture
- Learn traditional cinnamon roll baking
- Enjoy local food experiences throughout Scandinavia
- Travel through the scenic Swedish countryside
- Visit the charming lakeside village of Tallberg
- Experience Nordic hospitality and culture firsthand
Accommodation:
- Hotel accommodation (6 nights)
- Overnight ferry accommodation with sea-view cabins (1 night)
Why You'll Love This Journey:
- Perfect introduction to Scandinavia's capitals and countryside
- Blend of city sightseeing and natural landscapes
- Authentic local cultural and culinary experiences
- Scenic rail and ferry travel
- Small group experience with expert local leadership
- Free time to explore at your own pace
Popular Optional Activities:
- Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Helsinki
- Design Museum, Helsinki
- Vasa Museum, Stockholm
- ABBA Museum, Stockholm
- Fotografiska Photography Museum
- Munch Museum, Oslo
- Fram Museum, Oslo
- Oslofjord Island Hopping Cruise
*Price is from NZ$6,440 per person and is subject to availability at the time of booking. Package includes accommodation, transportation, meals as specified, sightseeing and experiences outlined in the itinerary. Prices, inclusions and itinerary are subject to change without notice. Intrepid Travel booking conditions apply.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Helsinki
Tervetuloa! Welcome to Finland. Your adventure kicks off in Helsinki with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe check out the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Senate Square or catch a performance at the National Theatre. You may want to consider purchasing the Helsinki Card – an economical way to travel on Helsinki City Transport (HKL) with free admission to the main Helsinki sights, including nearly 50 museums. After your meeting, maybe head out for an optional welcome dinner with your group and get to know each other.
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
Helsinki
After breakfast this morning, head out with your leader for an orientation walk of Helsinki’s main sites, like the Helsinki Cathedral and the Design Museum. Later this afternoon, you’ll catch an overnight ferry to Stockholm, Sweden. Aboard your boat, you can grab dinner at one of the onboard restaurants, hang out at the bar or watch some live entertainment as the sun dips below the sea outside the windows. You could even treat yourself to an onboard spa treatment at the wellness centre! You’ll spend the night in cosy cabins with sea views, falling asleep to the gentle rocking of the waves.
Your travel time on the overnight ferry will be approximately 18 hours.
Day 3
Stockholm
Arrive in Stockholm this morning – often referred to as the 'Venice of the North', this city is packed with amazing architecture, manicured parks and clear waters. After checking in, head out for an orientation walk with your leader through the cobblestoned islet of Gamla Stan and see the Vasa Museum, which you can further explore later during your free time. Vasa, a 17th-century warship, sank in 1628 on her maiden voyage and was salvaged in 1961. You’ll also experience the Swedish tradition of Fika – a social ritual around enjoying coffee, pastries and good company. The essence of Fika is taking a moment to pause and connect with others, typically with a strong coffee and baked goods like cinnamon buns (kanelbullar), cakes or cookies. Tonight, maybe head to Stockholm's Sodermalm District – the inner-city island with the best nightlife, shops, bars and cafes.
Day 4
Stockholm
Fuel up on breakfast this morning then head out on a scenic boat tour around Stockholm's archipelago. Vast and unique, the archipelago consists of nearly 30,000 islands surrounded by expansive waters. Spend 3 hours soaking in the gorgeous natural surroundings as you sail through the islands, then you’ll have a free afternoon to find some lunch. After, explore the city at your own pace. Maybe head to the Photography Museum, the ABBA Museum or Drottningholm Palace.
Day 5
Tallberg
Take the train from Stockholm to the village of Tallberg today, travelling through the scenic Swedish countryside. Take the opportunity to relax, connect with your fellow travellers and soak up the passing landscapes, including Siljan Lake, where the village sits – one of Sweden’s largest lakes. When you arrive in Tallberg, consider taking an optional tour of Holens Gammelgard (only available June to August) – the home and studio of Gustaf Ankarcrona, a Swedish artist and architect. Walk around the timber farm that features buildings from the 1600 to 1800s, feeling like you’ve been transported into one of Gustaf’s paintings, and take in views of the lake below. After, you’ll head to a cinnamon roll baking demonstration. Watch the locals make this favourite afternoon treat, then tuck in and try one for yourself.
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.
Day 6
Tallberg
Today you’ll take a private transfer to the local forest for a walk. Breathe in the fresh forest air as you follow your leader through the trees. For lunch, you’ll head to a local’s home for an outdoor lunch, cooked over an open fire with your host. The rest of your evening is free to explore the village at your own pace – ask your leader for the best local dinner spots.
Day 7
Oslo
Say goodbye to lakeside Tallberg and drive to Oslo – the capital city of Norway at the head of the Oslofjord. This cool capital is famed for its fusion cuisine and eclectic art scene, so there’s plenty of things to feast your senses on. When you arrive, follow your leader on an orientation walk to get your bearings and see the Opera House by the waterfront. Then, go out to taste some Norwegian snacks, including a local beer and a glass of aquavit (a Scandinavian spirit, often paired with beer). This afternoon, maybe take on the typical Oslo experience of an urban sauna – the harbour now boasts several of these saunas, and many locals take the daring opportunity to dip in the fjord after! Tonight, why not head out for an optional dinner with your group and celebrate a quintessential Scandinavian adventure.
Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.
Day 8
Oslo
With no further activities planned after breakfast today, your trip comes to an end. If you would like to extend your stay in Oslo and it’s recommended that you do, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.
- 6 nights hotel accommodation
- 1 night overnight ferry accommodation
- 7 breakfasts
- 1 lunch
- 1 dinner
- Train travel
- Private vehicle transportation
- Tram and metro transport where required
- Expert local leader throughout
Included Experiences:
- Guided tour of Helsinki
- Stockholm orientation walk
- Traditional Swedish Fika experience
- 3-hour Stockholm Archipelago boat cruise
- Cinnamon roll baking experience in Tallberg
- Forest walk and outdoor lunch with a local host
- Norwegian snacks tasting
- Aquavit tasting in Oslo
- Leader-led orientation walk of Oslo
Day-by-Day Highlights:
- Day 1 – Helsinki: Arrive in Finland's elegant capital and meet your fellow travellers.
- Day 2 – Helsinki: Explore Helsinki's highlights including Helsinki Cathedral before boarding an overnight ferry to Stockholm.
- Day 3 – Stockholm: Arrive in Sweden and discover the cobbled streets of Gamla Stan. Experience the beloved Swedish tradition of Fika.
- Day 4 – Stockholm: Enjoy a scenic three-hour cruise through Stockholm's archipelago of approximately 30,000 islands.
- Day 5 – Tallberg: Travel through the Swedish countryside to Tallberg and enjoy a traditional cinnamon roll baking experience.
- Day 6 – Tallberg: Walk through the forest and enjoy an outdoor lunch cooked over an open fire by a local host.
- Day 7 – Oslo: Travel to Norway's capital, explore the waterfront Opera House and enjoy Norwegian snacks, beer and aquavit tasting.
- Day 8 – Oslo: Tour concludes after breakfast.
Scandinavian Highlights:
- Explore three Nordic countries in one journey
- Discover Helsinki, Stockholm and Oslo
- Cruise Stockholm's spectacular island archipelago
- Experience authentic Swedish Fika culture
- Learn traditional cinnamon roll baking
- Enjoy local food experiences throughout Scandinavia
- Travel through the scenic Swedish countryside
- Visit the charming lakeside village of Tallberg
- Experience Nordic hospitality and culture firsthand
Accommodation:
- Hotel accommodation (6 nights)
- Overnight ferry accommodation with sea-view cabins (1 night)
Why You'll Love This Journey:
- Perfect introduction to Scandinavia's capitals and countryside
- Blend of city sightseeing and natural landscapes
- Authentic local cultural and culinary experiences
- Scenic rail and ferry travel
- Small group experience with expert local leadership
- Free time to explore at your own pace
Popular Optional Activities:
- Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Helsinki
- Design Museum, Helsinki
- Vasa Museum, Stockholm
- ABBA Museum, Stockholm
- Fotografiska Photography Museum
- Munch Museum, Oslo
- Fram Museum, Oslo
- Oslofjord Island Hopping Cruise
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