Scandinavian Panorama + Baltic Cruise 2008
 
10 nights Copenhagen - Oslo
from EUR 2.295 / USD 3.215
 
12 nights Copenhagen - Stockholm
from EUR 2.695 / USD 3.775 
 
14 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki - Stockholm
from EUR 3.150 / USD 4.415 
 
Guaranteed departures:
Saturdays
June 21, 28
July  05, 12, 19, 26
August 02ª, 09ª
Tuesdays  
June 24*
July 01¹, 08*, 15¹, 22*, 29¹
August 05*, 19*
*= Portuguese or Spanish- speaking guide
¹= 14 nights tour only
ª= 10  nights tour only

 Itinerary

Day 1:  ARRIVE COPENHAGEN

Arrive Copenhagen Kastrup Airport. Transfer to hotel in connection with individual flight arrivals. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.  

Day 2:  COPENHAGEN

The day starts with a 3 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg Palace (Danish Parliament Buildings), Gefion Fountain, Nyhavn, and of course the famous Little Mermaid. Afternoon free for exploring this fairytale city. In the evening you will be taken to dinner at the Tivoli Gardens. Accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.  

Day 3:  COPENHAGEN - OSLO

Morning free in Copenhagen. Afternoon transfer by coach from hotel to DFDS Seaways terminal for your overnight cruise by ferry to Oslo, departing at 17.00 hrs. Enjoy your first Scandinavian smörgåsbord dinner as you sail slowly up the Kattegat. Accommodation in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC. We recommend you to bring an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcases to and from your cabin. 

Day 4:  OSLO

A delicious buffet breakfast is being served as you cruise along the enchanting Oslo Fjord. Arrival in Oslo at 09.15 hrs, followed by 3 hours guided tour of the Norwegian capital. You will visit the world-famous Viking Ships, the Polar exploration ship Fram, and the impressive Vigeland Sculpture Park.Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel, a modern first class hotel centrally located near the Royal Palace.  

Day 5:  OSLO –  ULVIK

After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving via Hønefoss along the charming  Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Vøringsfoss Waterfall with a vertical drop of 180 m., the highest in Norway. Descend the amazing Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry crossing, followed by drive around the Ulvik Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and accommodation at Rica Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord. 

Day 6:  ULVIK - BERGEN

After buffet breakfast, start of scenic tour along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord, famous for its many fruit orchards, via the towns of Øystese and Norheimsund, arriving in Bergen around midday. Afternoon 2 hours tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter.  You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, centrally located on Ole Bull’s Square, close to the pedestrian shopping streets and within walking distance of the old  Bryggen harbour.  

Day 7:  BERGEN – FLÅM - BALESTRAND

After breakfast departure from Bergen and drive via Dale to the town of Voss.

Descend the Nærøy Valley, passing the Stalheim Canyon, to the fjordside village of Flåm.  Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flåm Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering ascending 2.838 feet in less than one hour. The descent from Myrdal to Flåm offers opportunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After short rest in Flåm, board a sightseeing boat M/S Lady Elisabeth for start of approx. 2 hours cruise along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøy Fjords, both branches of the Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. From the sun deck or the comfortable lounge, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife. After disembarking  in Gudvangen at the head of the Nærøy Fjord, continue by coach across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes, for the short ferry crossing to the beautiful resort of Balestrand. Dinner and accommodation at  Kvikne’s Hotel, superbly located on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by mountains. 

Day 8:  BALESTRAND – A DAY IN THE FJORDS

Day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.  

Day 9:  BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER

After breakfast departure from your hotel by ferry, for a one hour’s cruise along the fjord to Fjærland. Continue by coach along the scenic route, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei. Descend to the beautiful Nord Fjord, making a detour at Olden to visit the world-famous Briksdal Glacier.  The journey up to the glacier will be made in open cars to give you the best of views. Afterwards a typical Norwegian lunch will be served in sight of the glacier. During the afternoon the tour continues via Loen and Stryn, to the picturesque village of Hellesylt. From here you go on board the ferry for the one hour’s cruise along the spectacular Geiranger Fjord, possibly the most impressive of all the Norwegian fjords.  During the cruise you will pass close by some magnificent waterfalls, such as the Bridal Veil and the Seven Sisters. Dinner and accommodation at the excellent Union Hotel, overlooking the Geiranger Fjord.  

Day 10:  GEIRANGER – OSLO

From the top of the famous Serpentine Road, you have the opportunity to digest some amazing views of the fjord, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church.  The tour continues via Lake Vågå, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Stop for lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues alongside Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski jump, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslo fjord way below. Dinner and accommodation at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel.  

Day 11:  OSLO - STOCKHOLM

For guests on 10 night tour Copenhagen - Oslo, this ends after breakfast, with transfers to Oslo Gardermoen Airport to connect with individual flight departures.  

Guests on 12/14 nights tour continue by coach towards the Swedish border, crossing into the attractive province of Vãrmland to arrive in the city of Karlstad on Lake Vänern, the largest in Sweden.  Lunch in Karlstad.  After lunch the tour continues through a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes to reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and accommodation at the Sheraton Stockholm Hotel.  

Day 12:  STOCKHOLM

The day starts with a 4 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. Highlight of the tour is a visit to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Halls, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year. Lunch at hotel (instead of evening dinner) Afternoon free in Stockholm, with possibility to visit the amazing Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Sheraton Stockholm Hotel.  

Day 13:  STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI

For guests on 12 night tour Copenhagen - Stockholm, this ends after breakfast, with transfers to Stockholm Arlanda Airport to connect with individual flight departures. 

Guests continuing on the Baltic Cruise to Helsinki have morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: Departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the delightful Stockholm archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinner on board.  Choice of entertainment, bars, shops and casino. Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcases to and from the cabin.  

Day 14:  HELSINKI - STOCKHOLM

Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. Spend a whole day in this exciting city on the Baltic, retaining your cabin on the ship. Morning 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more.  During the afternoon you can explore the busy market place or the many souvenir shops close to the harbour. Finnish crystal and leather goods are an excellent buy. 17.00 hrs: Embarkation for return cruise to Stockholm.  Dinner and accommodation on board.  

Day 15:  STOCKHOLM - DEPARTURE

After a tasty buffet breakfast, arrive back in Stockholm at 09.30 hrs. 

Transfer from the Silja Line terminal to Stockholm Arlanda Airport for flight home. To allow time for disembarkation, transfer to airport (situated 60 km. from Stockholm), security controls and possible delays, we advise clients not to book flights departing before 13.00 hrs.

 

Price includes:  

10 nights Copenhagen - Oslo

  • 9 nights accommodation including daily 3-course or buffet dinner and Scandinavian buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.
  • 3 lunches on days 5, 9 & 10.
  • Overnight cruise Copenhagen - Oslo, incl. accommodation in 2-berth outside cabin with shower/WC, buffet dinner and breakfast on board.
  • Entrance to Tivoli Gardens for dinner on day 2.
  • 3 hours guided tours of Copenhagen and Oslo, incl. all entrances.
  • Panorama tour of Bergen incl. ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløien.
  • Ride on the Flåm Railway, Flåm-Myrdal-Flåm.
  • 2+ hours cruise on the Sogn and Nærøy Fjords, and 1 hours cruise on both the Fjærland and Geiranger Fjords.
  • Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier.
  • All ferry crossings.
  • Luggage assistance at all hotels.
  • English (or Spanish or Portuguese) speaking tour escort throughout.
  • Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.
  • Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Condition.

12 nights Copenhagen - Stockholm

  • All above mentioned services plus  
  • 2 nights accommodation in Stockholm including 3-course dinner first evening and lunch on second day, and Scandinavian buffet breakfast each day, rooms with private facilities,
  • Lunch in Karlstad on day 11
  • 4 hours guided tour of Stockholm, incl. entrance to City Hall.

14 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki - Stockholm

  • All above mentioned services plus  
  • Cruise Stockholm - Helsinki - Stockholm, in 2-berth outside cabin with shower/WC, incl. 2 dinners and 2 buffet breakfasts on board.
  • 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki incl. entrances.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:  

10 nights Copenhagen - Oslo:  

Tour              Start             Finish           Price in         Price in         Language:
number:       Copenhagen:Oslo:          Euros:          US dollars:
 
SP10CO621  June 21       July 01        EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    English
SP10CO624PJune 24        July 04        EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    Portuguese
SP10CO628  June 28       July 08        EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    English
SP10CO705  July 05        July 15        EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    English
SP10CO708PJuly 08         July 18        EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    Portuguese
SP10CO708SJuly 08         July 18        EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    Spanish
SP10CO712  July 12        July 22        EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    English
SP10CO719  July 19        July 29        EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    English
SP10CO722PJuly 22         Aug. 01       EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    Portuguese
SP10CO722SJuly 22         Aug. 01       EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    Spanish
SP10CO726  July 26        Aug. 05       EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    English
SP10CO802  Aug. 02       Aug. 12       EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    English
SP10CO805PAug. 05         Aug. 15       EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    Portuguese
SP10CO805SAug. 05        Aug. 15       EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    Spanish
SP10CO809  Aug. 09       Aug. 19       EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    English
SP10CO819PAug. 19         Aug. 29       EUR 2.295    USD 3.215    Portuguese
Single supplement:                           EUR    675    USD    945

12 nights Copenhagen - Stockholm:  

Tour              Start             Finish           Price in         Price in         Language:
number:       Copenhagen:Stockholm:Euros:          US dollars:
 
SP12CS621  June 21       July 03        EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    English
SP12CS624   June 24       July 06        EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    Portuguese
SP12CS628  June 28       July 10        EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    English
SP12CS705  July 05        July 17        EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    English
SP12CS708P  July 08        July 20        EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    Portuguese
SP12CS708SJuly 08          July 20        EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    Spanish
SP12CS712  July 12        July 24        EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    English
SP12CS719  July 19        July 31        EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    English
SP12CS722P  July 22        Aug. 03       EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    Portuguese
SP12CS722SJuly 22          Aug. 03       EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    Spanish
SP12CS726  July 26        Aug. 07       EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    English
SP12CS805P  Aug. 05       Aug. 17       EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    Portuguese
SP12CS805SAug. 05         Aug. 17       EUR 2.695    USD 3.775    Spanish
SP12CS819P  Aug. 19       Aug. 31       EUR 2.665    USD 3.775    Portuguese
Single supplement:                           EUR    875    USD 1.225
 

14 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki - Stockholm:  

Tour              Start             Finish           Price in         Price in         Language:
number:       Copenhagen:Stockholm:Euros:          US dollars:
 
SP14CS621  June 21       July 05        EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    English
SP14CS624P  June 24       July 08        EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    Portuguese
SP14CS628  June 28       July 12        EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    English
SP14CS701  July 01        July 15        EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    English
SP14CS705  July 05        July 19        EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    English
SP14CS708P  July 08        July 22        EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    Portuguese
SP14CS708SJuly 08          July 22        EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    Spanish
SP14CS712  July 12        July 26        EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    English
SP14CS715  July 15        July 29        EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    English
SP14CS719  July 19        Aug. 02       EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    English
SP14CS722P  July 22        Aug. 05       EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    Portuguese
SP14CS722SJuly 22          Aug. 05       EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    Spanish
SP14CS726  July 26        Aug. 09       EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    English
SP14CS729  July 29        Aug. 12       EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    English
SP14CS805P  Aug. 05       Aug. 19       EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    Portuguese
SP14CS805SAug. 05         Aug. 19       EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    Spanish
SP14CS819P  Aug. 19       Sept. 02      EUR 3.150    USD 4.415    Portuguese
Single supplement:                           EUR 1.095    USD 1.535

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