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DenmarkNorwaySwedenCopenhagen
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12 days, 11 nights private tour
Rating 4.9/5

Viking Heritage of Scandinavia

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Viking Heritage of Scandinavia
Viking Heritage of Scandinavia

Copenhagen, Denmark

3 days
Copenhagen
Day 1

Welcome to Copenhagen!

Arrive in the historical "Harbor of Merchants," the vibrant capital of Denmark. Your private driver will meet you upon arrival and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the stunning city center, dine at local restaurants, or relax in the comfort of your room.

Day 2

Day Trip to Roskilde

After breakfast, meet your guide and head to the train station to board a train to the historic city of Roskilde (round-trip train tickets included). Upon arrival, embark on a 3-hour tour dedicated to Denmark's Viking heritage.

The highlight of the day is a visit to the Viking Ship Museum, where you’ll explore five original Viking vessels from the 11th century, along with the replica of the "Glendalough Sea Stallion." Engage in activities like coin minting, visiting the jewelry workshop, or painting your own shield.

Before returning to Copenhagen, visit the Roskilde Cathedral, the final resting place of 39 Danish monarchs. Once back in Copenhagen, enjoy the evening at leisure.

Optional extension: Extend your journey for two more days with a visit to Aarhus and Jelling, charming small towns that capture the medieval essence of Denmark.

Day 3

Copenhagen City Tour & Departure

After breakfast, join your private guide for a panoramic walking tour of Copenhagen. Visit the Rosenborg Castle and watch the Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony at the palace gates. Continue through the city, passing landmarks like City Hall, Christiansborg Palace, Kongens Nytorv, and the Old Stock Exchange.

The highlight is Nyhavn’s colorful harbor and Amalienborg Palace, the winter residence of the Royal Family. In the afternoon, your driver will take you to the port for your cruise to Oslo.

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Travel time17 hClassDFDS Standard Seaview Cabin Breakfast Included
OsloOslo port

Ferry from Copenhagen to Oslo

Description

Spend a night on board the ferry. After breakfast, you arrive in the fabulous capital of Norway - Oslo.

Oslo, Norway

2 days
Oslo
Day 4

Welcome to Oslo!

Arrive in Oslo, Norway's captivating capital. After disembarkation, meet your private driver at the port for your transfer to the hotel, where you can drop off your luggage.

Afterwards, meet your guide for a 4-hour tour, beginning with a visit to Frogner Park (Vigeland Park), featuring Gustav Vigeland’s stunning sculptures. Continue to explore other iconic Oslo sights, including the Royal Palace, Akershus Fortress (no entrance included), and the Fram Museum (entrance tickets included).

Note: The Viking Ship Museum is closed for renovations until 2025. Instead, the Fram Museum offers a fascinating experience.

After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 5

Flåmsbana Train Ride Oslo to Flam

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and take the train for an unforgettable journey from Oslo to Flam. This scenic ride will offer breathtaking views of Norway’s stunning landscapes.

Oslo · 12:03 PMOslo Central station
ClassVY.NO - Train with 1 change
Flam · 06:55 PMFlam Central Station

Train from Oslo to Flam

Description

Complex route: You will have a change in Myrdal stasjon.

Flam, Norway

3 days
Flam
Day 5

Arrival & Ægir Viking Tasting

Upon arrival in Flam, check into your hotel and spend the evening at Ægir Brewery & Pub for a Viking plank tasting, featuring a 5-course meal paired with five different Ægir beers.

Breakfast and Viking plank tasting are included.

Day 6

Viking Valley Gudvangen Tour

After breakfast, take a cruise through Norway’s majestic fjords, arriving in Gudvangen for a 2-hour guided tour of the Viking Valley. Participate in activities such as axe throwing, archery, and handcraft-making, and enjoy a Viking lunch in the food house.

In the afternoon, take a shuttle back to your hotel in Flam.

Note: This tour is available from May 2nd to September 30.

Day 7

Departure & Optional Fjord Safari

After breakfast, check out and spend your morning at leisure. You can choose to join an optional 2-hour Fjord Safari in a rib boat.

In the afternoon, head to the pier (a short walk) and board a 5.5-hour express boat ride to Bergen, Norway’s second-largest city.

Note: The express boat operates from May to September. During winter, the train is substituted.

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Travel time5 h 30 minClassRegular Seat, Norled Ferry
BergenStrandkaiterminalen

Ferry from Flam to Bergen

Description

Experience a scenic ferry journey from Flåm to Bergen through the breathtaking Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and deepest fjord. As you glide past towering mountains, charming villages, and cascading waterfalls, immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of Norway’s west coast. This comfortable and efficient connection offers a seamless way to travel between Flåm and Bergen while enjoying one of Norway’s most iconic fjord experiences.

Bergen, Norway

3 days
Bergen
Day 7

Welcome to Bergen!

Upon arrival in Bergen, walk to your centrally located hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 8

Bryggen District & Fløibanen Funicular

After breakfast, join your guide for a 3-hour walking city tour of Bergen. Visit the Bryggen district, the Fish Market, and take a ride on the famous Fløibanen Funicular, one of Norway's top attractions. After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day free.

Day 9

Flight to Stockholm

Check out from your hotel, and your driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Stockholm, Sweden’s magnificent capital.

Bergen
Travel time1 h 30 minClassEconomy
Stockholm

Flight from Bergen to Stockholm

Stockholm, Sweden

4 days
Stockholm
Day 9

Welcome to Stockholm!

Upon arrival in Stockholm, your driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your centrally located hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city or relaxing in your hotel.

Day 10

Stockholm City Tour

After breakfast, embark on a 4-hour city tour of Stockholm with your private guide. Visit the City Hall, the Old Town (Gamla Stan), the Royal Palace, and the Stockholm Cathedral.

After a short ferry ride, visit the Vasa Museum on Djurgården Island, home to the only almost fully intact 17th-century ship that sank on its maiden voyage. It is one of Scandinavia’s most visited museums.

After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day free to explore Stockholm on your own or enjoy an optional evening activity.

Optional: Enjoy dinner at Den Gyldene Freden in Gamla Stan, the oldest restaurant in the world to have maintained its original 18th-century tavern atmosphere. Contact your destination specialist to make a reservation.

Day 11

Trip to Birka

After breakfast, walk to the quay to board a ferry for a visit to the archaeological site of Birka, the former Viking town and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Explore the island with a guided tour, visit the museum, and see the ancient Viking fields of Birka.

Note: The tour is available from May 10 to September 20.

After the tour, return to Stockholm by ferry.

Optional extension: Add 3 more days to your trip to explore Sweden’s largest island, Gotland, and its UNESCO-listed medieval city of Visby.

Day 12

Departure

After breakfast at your hotel, check out and head to the airport for your departure from Stockholm.

What's included

Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
Entrances to Christiansborg Palace, Renaissance Stock Exchange Børsen and more
Entrances to Christiansborg Palace, Renaissance Stock Exchange Børsen and more
Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Professional meeting services at the airport
Support line during the trip.