13 days Scandinavia excursion
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Request Information13 days Scandinavia excursion (End Helsinki)
THE ONE THAT GOES IN-DEPTH IN STUNNING SCANDINAVIA IN UNDER 2 WEEKS
Museums and cinnamon buns by day, hot saunas and Swedish meatballs by night – welcome to Scandinavia! A candy bar of experiences for both the Nat Geo nerd and the metro magnet. This holiday will get you deep into the enchanting countries of Germany, Denmark, Norway, Sweden & Finland
DAY 1 - Arrive Berlin
Berlin
Check-in to the hostel from 2pm and the rest of the day is yours to enjoy Berlin. Tomorrow you’ll meet up with tour Contiki team & travel buddies at 7.30am to make your way to Copenhagen.
DAY 2 - Start Berlin/Copenhagen
Berlin
Good morning globe-roamers and welcome to 12-days of memory-making magic. After a bit of a mingle we’ll be straight out of Berlin heading for Copenhagen where the rest of our squad awaits.
Copenhagen
By the afternoon, we’ll be united in Denmark and getting into the spirit of our imminent adventure. We’ve got all day tomorrow to suss out the city, so today can stay reserved for Contiki hangs if you’re feeling social.
Stay
A&O Hostel Norrebro (or similar)
DAY 3 - Copenhagen
Copenhagen
Constantly named amongst the most livable cities in the world, Copenhagen is an artwork of locals on bicycles, Danish pastries in cute café windows, & Renaissance architecture. Being a bustling university town and home to the hippie hood of Freetown Christiania, nightlife and unique culture can be found at every turn. Explore the sites with your Trip Manager & sign up to an optional tour of Carlsberg Brewery – straight to business!
Stay
A&O Hostel Norrebro (or similar)
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
See the Little Mermaid, the Gefion Fountain and the Royal Palace
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
Bike Tour
Visit to Tivioli Fun Park
50.00
DAY 4 - Copenhagen to Oslo
Copenhagen
Before you go bursting out of your travel clothes thanks to your new-found pastry dependency, we’re bailing on Denmark. Next stop: Norway!
Oslo
To the call of castles, fresh seafood, & pretty parks, we respond! Today we’re taking on Norway. We’ll be surrounded by 200 bronze statues eating Krumkaker pastries before we can say “jeg elsker Norge!” (that’s “I love Norway,” folks).
Stay
Anker Hostel Oslo (or similar)
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
See Hamlet’s Kronberg Castle
Visit Frogner Park to see the Vigeland sculptures
DAY 5 - Oslo
Oslo
Oslo, both the capital and biggest city of Norway, is a riverside metropolis back-dropped by mountains of greenery and filled with easy-going culture. Pottering around museums and pretty buildings will keep us busy by day, while taking a stroll through the city should keep you busy by night.
Stay
Anker Hostel Oslo (or similar)
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
Orientation tour of Oslo
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
Viking Biking
EUR 36.00
DAY 6 - Oslo to Voss via Hardangervidda
Oslo
Though you’ll feel like you know Norway inside out by now, you can’t really grasp the country until you’ve witnessed its great open plains & small country towns…
Hardangervidda Region
Before we arrive in our overnight hub, we’ll coast through the rugged river and rock landscapes of Telemark and Hardangervidda regions, with nature worthy of an Instagram or two…
Voss
Tonight’s stop, Voss is the adventure capital of Norway. We’ll take the chilled out approach here, with a night of relaxing and getting to know the crew in our lakefront lodge, it’s like waking up in a movie.
Stay
Voss Vandrarheim Hostel (or similar)
DAY 7 - Voss to Geiranger Fjord via Sognefjord
Voss
The outdoor vibes don’t end today, we’ll be getting back to nature from sun up ’til sun down. Wild animals and spectacular scenery are on the cards so keep that camera of yours charged to full.
Sognefjord
Norwegian countryside and pretty waterfalls will highlight our journey to the 200km long Sognefjord, a sight set to take your breath away.
Geiranger Fjord
After lunch at Boyabreen glacier – which will see you pondering more rural life goals – we’ll continue our journey to Geiranger Fjord where we’ll spend the night surrounded by some of mother nature’s finest.
Stay
Hellesylt Vandrerhjem (or similar)
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
See the impressive Tvindefossen Waterfall
See Sognefjord, the longest & most spectacular fjord in Norway
See the incredible Boyabreen glacier near Skei
DAY 8 - Geiranger Fjord to Gjovik via Lom and Lillehammer
Geiranger Fjord
There’s no way we can drag you away from this place first thing this morning, even though we have a whole lot of adventure to fill the day. A morning cruise around Geiranger Fjord amongst cascading waterfalls should ease you into things.
Lom
This little town is steeped in history, with the jewel in the crown being Lom Stave Church, one of the few left in the world and dating back to the 12th Century. Yes, you read that right. These wooden churches are about as medieval as they come and religious or not, this cute little spot (and town) will delight!
Lillehammer
The alpine ski resort of Lillehammer will appear in front of us shortly after our drive past old farms and unspoilt Norwegian countryside. Home of the 1994 Winter Olympics, you’ll have the chance to live out your “Cool Runnings” dreams with an Olympic Bobsled Ride – squeal!!
Gjovik
A night of traditional Norwegian life set on Norway’s largest lake, yes please and thank you! Soak up the vibes before we set off for Sweden.
Stay
Gjovik Hostel (or similar)
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
Take in breathtaking views as you cruise the stunning Geiranger Fjord
See one of the few remaining original medieval stave churches in Norway
Visit the home of the 1994 Winter Olympics
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
Olympic Bobsled Ride
EUR 28.00
DAY 9 - Gjovik to Stockholm
Gjovik
Today we drive outta Gjovik through lands known to host bears, moose & wolves. Yes, yes, you read correctly – bears, moose & wolves.
Stockholm
The forests will eventually part and we will descend upon the 24,000 islands of Sweden’s capital, Stockholm. Spend the night getting out amongst this eclectic buzzing city, maybe even signing up for the quintessential ice bar experience.
Stay
Scandic Talk Hotel (or similar)
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
Scenic drive through unspoilt forests & lakes, known for bears, moose & wolves
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
Ice Bar
EUR 21.00
Stockholm Meatball Dinner
EUR 40
DAY 10 - Stockholm
Stockholm
Wander the quaint medieval streets of Gamla Stan & try to catch the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace. All that ground covered will earn you some Swedish salmon & an Absolut on the rocks.
Stay
Scandic Talk Hotel (or similar)
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
See Gamla Stan (the old town) & see the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
Gimme Gimme Gimme! Abba Tour
EUR 25.00
DAY 11 - Stockholm to Overnight Baltic Ferry
Stockholm
Soak up your last dose of Swedish cool this morning before we take our next journey…by sea! A luxurious cruise will be carrying us away from Sweden on the hunt for Helsinki.
Overnight Baltic Ferry
Stay
Overnight ferry
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
Smorgasbord Dinner
EUR 42.50
Vasa Museum
EUR 22.00
DAY 12 - Overnight Baltic Ferry to Helsinki
Overnight Baltic Ferry
You only have to look to Finland’s quirky array of annual festivals – Wife Carrying World Championships? – to understand that this place has character. Some sources claim Finland is also home to the most heavy metal bands per capita in the world, and the heaviest coffee consumption in the world – we love these people! Between hanging with locals, be sure to rummage the South Harbour Markets, see the city’s many sites, & find time for some sauna hangs.
Helsinki
Stay
Hotel Scandic Hakaniemi (or similar)
NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS
See the Uspenski Cathedral, Senate Square and the harbour
DAY 13 - Depart Helsinki
Helsinki
The trip ends after breakfast so it’s time to swap addresses & say farewell to your new friends.
WHAT YOU GET
12 nights accommodation
7 nights in Hostel, 4 nights in Hotel, 1 night in Overnight Cruise
Lay your head in bright and funky hostels for 7 nights, and in hotels for another 4. There’ll also be a night spent tucked into the cabin of a cruise ship as we sail from Sweden to Finland.
16 included Meals
5 Dinner, 11 Breakfast
Wake up each day bar 1 to a continental breakfast feast, and enjoy 5 ridiculously tasty dinners on us. Think Norwegian salmon and rye bread.
Team
Expert Trip Manager, Driver and Local Guides
A highly trained Trip Manager who brings your adventure to life. An expert driver who knows foreign roads better than Google Maps. Local Guides who make tourist traps a thing of the past. This is your team. Smart, friendly, fun, and integral to everything we do.
Transport
All transport included during the trip
Included in your trip is transport across Europe on our fleet of comfy, state of the art coaches. They’re kitted out with all the necessities: USB charge points, WiFi, Air Con and a rocking sound system. You bring the other essentials, like tunes, friendships and stories from the night before.
Your group
Travel with other 18-35 year olds from around the world
Our trips are exclusively 18-35. This means you’ll be travelling with people just like you, from all over the world- laughter and friendships always guaranteed.
Experiences
9 included, 8 optional that you can add
Expect an epic itinerary full to the brim of all the best bits of Scandinavia. Reawaken fond memories of high-school English at Hamlet’s castle in Denmark, spot bears, moose and wolves lurking in pristine Swedish forest and feel like you’ve stepped onto the set of Avatar as we cruise through Norway’s Geiranger Fjord.
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