26 Days | Tour Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania.
Discover the many charms of Europe on this enriching northern adventure. Tour from Oslo to Vilnius, visiting Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, and all the countryside in between. Travel through some of Europe's most stylish capitals and be wowed by some of the world's most striking waterways. Along the way, uncover a Viking past, learn of a maritime heritage and be immersed in vibrant art and classic architecture. Whether it's walking along charming streets in Bergen, sailing through vast fjords or indulging in the delights of hearty northern cuisine, you'll undoubtedly be left with a tonne of memories from this once-in-a-lifetime European adventure.
Trip overview
- Start
- Oslo, Norway
- Finish
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Sweden, Lithuania, Latvia, Finland, Estonia, Norway
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- BMSCC
- Norway's fjords feature some of the most stunning scenery on Earth. Cruise past waterfalls and snow-capped peaks through the narrow Naeroyfjord.
- Discover Stockholm's maritime history at the Vasa Museum, which houses an original wooden war ship from 1628. This impressive vessel gives you a rare glimpse into the naval power Sweden was once famous for.
- Follow your local guide along the narrow, winding roads through genuine villages, past the typical red painted cottages and explore unique sights around Siljan lake rural settlements. You'll even get a chance to meet and mingle with the locals living in these villages.
- Aukstaitija National Park offers unique opportunities for both action and relaxation. Kayak across pristine lakes, indulge in home-cooked meals or cleanse yourself in a traditional sauna.
- Cycle along the endless dunes and stunning beaches of Lithuania's Curonian Spit National Park on a full-day bike tour, making a visit to charming Nida village.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.
- The areas visited on this trip can be very cold at night throughout the year, especially at the start and end of the season. Please bring appropriate clothing for adverse weather conditions, including base layers, hat, gloves, scarf, coat and anything else that will keep you cosy.
- Scandinavia can be an expensive destination in many ways, from museum entrance fees to optional activities, but especially in terms of eating out. Your leader will be able to advise on how to have the best value holiday in Scandinavia.
- Space is at a premium in Europe and your hotel is no exception. Rooms are often small, but usually the central location makes up for that. For those travelling as a duo, hotels often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together. Occasionally bathrooms will be shared with other guests.
- Many hotel rooms in Europe are not equipped with air-conditioning. Please carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
- This trip is designed to give you a fair amount of free time so you can explore each destination at your own pace. We will, however, take you on regular orientation walks, so you'll be on your feet quite a lot. While this may be tiring for some, it’s the best way to get your head around a place and to set yourself up for further discoveries.
- We recommend packing light and smart for this trip as you'll be required to carry your own luggage between train stations, ferry ports and hotels, which can include going up and down multiple flights of stairs, and across cobblestones. Train stations often don’t have lifts available.
- There are a few long days of travel by public transport (up to 7 hours), as you'll be covering a lot of ground. Please read the Itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
- If you have more time to explore the region you can extend your trip by starting your travels in Copenhagen. Check out our trip 'Scandinavia & Baltic Circuit'.
Itinerary
Inclusions
23 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Train, Public bus, Ferry, Private vehicle, Overnight ferry, Canoe, Metro, Tram
Hotel (18 nights), Guesthouse (2 nights), Cabin (2 nights), Homestay (2 nights), Overnight ferry (1 night)
- Oslo - Leader-led orientation walk
- Bergen - Floy Mountain Funicular round trip
- Gudvangen - Naeroyfjord Boat Cruise to Flam (one way)
- Lillehammer - Maihaugen Open Air Museum
- Lake Siljan - Cultural Village tour with picnic lunch
- Stockholm - Vasa Museum
- Sigulda - Gauja River Cable Car
- Sigulda - Day Trip
- Sigulda - Turaida Castle Guided Tour
- Siauliai - Hill of Crosses
- Curonian Spit - Bike Ride
- Curonian Spit - Full Day Trip to the National Park
- Aukstaitija National Park - Guided Kayak Trip
- Oslo - Holmenkollen Museum - NOK190
- Oslo - Fram Museum - NOK140
- Oslo - Akershus Castle & Fortress - NOK100
- Oslo - Island Hopping on Oslofjord - NOK130
- Oslo - Museum Edvard Munch - NOK180
- Oslo - Resistance Museum - NOK100
- Oslo - 24 hour Transport and Sightseeing Pass - NOK520
- Oslo - The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History - NOK180
- Bergen - Mt Ulriken Cable Car & Shuttle - NOK250
- Bergen - Vidden Trail Hike - Free
- Bergen - Bergenhus Fortress - Free
- Bergen - Aquarium - NOK365
- Bergen - Rosenkrantz Tower - NOK150
- Bergen - Hakons Hall - NOK120
- Gudvangen - Bike Hire - NOK350
- Gudvangen - Kayak Hire - Half Day - NOK600
- Flam - Cog Railway - NOK680
- Flam - Stegastein Lookout - NOK380
- Flam - Railway Museum - Free
- Gudvangen - Hiking Options - Free
- Lillehammer - Sigrid Undset's Home at Bjerkebæk - NOK140
- Lillehammer - Hiking Options - Free
- Lillehammer - Olympic Museum - NOK140
- Lake Siljan – Historic boat trip - SEK250
- Lake Siljan – Canoe or SUP rental - SEK150
- Stockholm - Millennium Books Tour - SEK450
- Stockholm - Drottningholm Palace - SEK150
- Stockholm - Skansen Open Air Museum - SEK265
- Stockholm - Abba Museum - SEK299
- Stockholm - Fotografiska (Photography Museum) - SEK220
- Stockholm - City Hall - SEK130
- Stockholm - Nobel Prize Museum - SEK140
- Stockholm - Nordic Museum - SEK170
- Stockholm - Gröna Lund Amusement Park - SEK130
- Stockholm - The Royal Palace - SEK180
- Helsinki - Ateneum Art Museum - EUR22
- Helsinki - Cathedral - Free
- Helsinki - City Museum - Free
- Helsinki - Design Museum - EUR20
- Helsinki - Mannerheim Museum - EUR14
- Helsinki - Open-Air Museum Seurasaari - EUR12
- Helsinki - National Museum of Finland - EUR20
- Helsinki - Suomenlinna Sea Fortress - EUR7
- Helsinki - Kiasma Contemporary Art Museum - EUR22
- Helsinki - Rock Church - EUR8
- Tallinn - Estonian History Museum - EUR12
- Tallinn - Kadriorg Palace - EUR12
- Tallinn - Peter The Great Museum - EUR5
- Tallinn - City Bike Tour - EUR28
- Tallinn - City Museum - EUR8
- Tallinn - Kiek in de Kök Tower Museum - EUR12
- Tallinn - TV Tower - EUR16
- Tallinn - The Estonian Maritime Museum - EUR30
- Tallin - Vabamu Museum of Occupations and Freedom - EUR14
- Riga - Riverboat Cruise - EUR20
- Riga - St Peter's Tower - EUR9
- Riga - Central Market Halls - Free
- Riga - Museum of Occupation of Latvia - EUR5
- Riga - Beer Spa - EUR151
- Riga - Riga Ghetto and Latvian Holocaust Museum - EUR5
- Riga - Riga Art Nouveau Center - EUR9
- Riga - Panorama Observation deck of the Latvian Academy of Science - EUR6
- Nida - Fisherman Ethnographic Museum - EUR2
- Aukstaitija National Park - Sauna - EUR50
- Aukstaitija National Park - Bike Hire - EUR15
- Aukstaitija National Park - Beekeeping Museum - EUR6
- Trakai - History Museum & Castle - EUR12
- Vilnius - TV Tower - EUR14
- Vilnius - Gediminas Castle Tower - EUR6
- Vilnius - University Museum - EUR3
- Vilnius - National Museum - EUR5
- Vilnius - Museum Of Occupations And Freedom Fights - EUR6
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available on this trip, subject to availability. Please contact your sales agent if you would like to book this. The single supplement excludes Days 9 and 10, and Days 23 and 24 (Homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation.
2. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for ferry tickets. Fees may apply for adding or amending details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
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