The Scandinavian Explorer
This nine day trip takes you from Stockholm to Copenhagen via Norway. Experience great cities like Oslo, Lillhammer, Bergen, Copenhagen but also stunning scenery and cool activities in the Norwegian Fjord landscape.
Departure: From Stockholm July 24th
Price: 590 EUR
Countries visited: Sweden, Norway, Denmark
Included
Bus transport, accommodation in hostels and campings on shared room basis, Cruise on Sognefjord, Excursion to glacier, boat to Denmark, city walks and city tours, 5 basic hostel breakfasts
Itinerary
Day 1 Stockholm
We meet at Skeppsbron Hostel at 15:00. Check in to our rooms and go for a guided walk in a Stockholms center. Later we go out for some food and drinks and to get to know the group.
Day 2 Stockholm-Oslo
We check out from the hostel in the morning and depart by bus towards Oslo. Stops on the way.
Day 3 Oslo
In the morning we head out to discovering the capital of Norway, First we’ll make a stop in the Vigeland Park which is famous for its sculptures and later you have free time to explore Oslo. Climb up to Holmenkolen ski jump to see the panoramic view over the city.
Day 4 Oslo - Lillehammer -Laerdal
We depart from Oslo in the morning towards Lillehammer, where the Winter Olympics were held on 1992. We see the olympic village and skijumps. In the afternoon we make a visit to the unique Borgund Stave church. We will stay for two nights in Laerdal next to the mighty Sognefjord.
Day 5 Laerdal
A free day in Laerdal with possibilities to hike in the area by foot or bike. You can also choose to go by bus to the Nigardsbreen Glacier where we will do a hike in the area around the glacier.
Day 6 Laerdal-Bergen
After breakfast we will leave Laerdal by bus and travel to Flåm where we’ll board a boat for a cruise on the Sognefjord. A narrow part of the fjord is called Nærøyfjord and is protected by UNESCO. In the afternoon we arrive in the hanseatic city Bergen by the Atlantic Ocean. You can explore Bergen on your own. You could start with the UNESCO protected Bryggen, Bergen's old waterfront where the Hanseatic traders once lived and worked. If you would like a great view of the city and its surroundings, take the Flöjbanen or walk to the top of mount Flöjen (320 meters), or take the Cable car to Mount Ulriken (642 meters). Bergen also has some great museums and bars overlooking the harbor.
Day 7 Bergen - Denmark
We depart from Bergen in the morning to catch the ferry to Denmark.
Day 8 Aalborg - Copenhagen
We travel through western part of Denamark and pass by historical cities like Århus and Odense, birthplace of famous Hans Christian Andersen. In the late evening we arrive in the Danish capital Copenhagen and check in to our hostel.
Day 9 Copenhagen
This is a full day to explore Copenhagen! Don’t miss the Little Mermaid and the Carlsberg Experience. You can also join an excursion to Roskilde, a historical city with Viking museum and a Cathedral where many Danish kings are buried. In the evening our tour is over, but of course you have possibility to spend more time in Copenhagen independently.
Tour Highlights:
Great culture and fun in Stockholm, Bergen, Oslo, Copenhagen. Nature experiences, like the stunning fjord region with a cruise on the picturesque fjord, visit to Europe’s biggest mainland glacier and optional adventure activities.
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