Welcome to Oslo
Your adventure begins in Norway's Capital, Oslo. In the evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner.
Cosmopolitan Oslo Relaxed Start
Sightseeing with a Local Expert includes views of Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace. Walk around the Opera House and marvel at the striking contemporary architecture of the new Bjørvika district. Wander through Frogner Park, with its intriguing sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. The afternoon is at your leisure to continue exploring as you wish. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to the most modern ski jump in the world, Holmenkollen.
Oslo - Ulvik
Journey across the Hardanger Plateau, the largest national park in the Nordic countries, to arrive in Ulvik.
Ulvik - Flåm - Bergen Relaxed Start
Travel to the coastal city of Bergen by the traditional train of the Flåm Railway, journey on one of the world's steepest railways through tunnels that spiral in and out of the mountainside. This evening join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner.
The Hanseatic port of Bergen Relaxed Start
A Local Expert introduces you to Bergen. See the lively Fish Market and the historic 13th-century Haakon’s Hall. With the afternoon free to explore on your own, perhaps ride Scandinavia's only funicular up Mount Fløyen.
A Coastline Like No Other Relaxed Start
Travel along this incredible coastline and sail across fjords to reach Stavanger, founded almost 900 years ago. Now the headquarters of the Norwegian oil industry, Stavanger is a fusion of old world charm and cosmopolitan flair. Cruise the Lysefjord and admire the waterfalls and Pulpit Rock overhanging the fjord.
Lyngdal and Kristiansand
In Lyngdal, tour the Wild Salmon Centre with a biologist guide, learn about protecting salmon populations and the local ecosystem. Observe the majestic fish in their own environment, via a unique indoor 'staircase' and viewing area. Your scenic drive around the southern cape of Norway brings you to Kristiansand. An orientation walk will show you the Domkirke and Nupen Fountain. Savour a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.
Kristiansand to Aalborg
Sail across the Skagerrak to Hirtshals, Denmark. Continue to Aalborg. This evening, we will join for a Farm-to-Table dinner in a local restaurant.
Journey to Odense
A vibrant mix of youthful energy and a blast from the past makes Aarhus a city with an energetic beat of the pulse. Join your Travel Director for an orientation of the city centre. See the City Hall, ARoS Aarhus Art Museum - topped with an immense and interactive artwork - and Dokk1, the largest public library in Scandinavia. En route to Odense, you will stop for a tour of of the visitor and experience centre at Kongernes Jelling - Home of the Viking Kings. Then cross the Jutland Peninsula to the town of Odense, on the island of Fyn.
Odense and the Fairytales of Fyn Relaxed Start
Visit Odense with Insight Choice. Choose to visit the Hans Christian Andersen House, a museum dedicated to his life and works. Learn all about the famous fairytale writer as you follow his career, travels and love life. Alternatively, visit St Canute's Cathedral and hear tales of Canute, Denmark's first royal saint. Continue to Denmark's vibrant capital city, Copenhagen and later discover the enchanting Tivoli Gardens.
Wonderful Copenhagen Relaxed Start
Meet your Local Expert and pay a visit to Hans Christian Andersen's iconic Little Mermaid statue. Later, see Christiansborg Palace, Rosenborg Castle, Amalienborg Palace, Copenhagen Cathedral and the unusual Round Tower. The afternoon is at your leisure. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at our hand-picked restaurant and enjoy a delicious dinner of sustainable ingredients, as you toast to the end of your Scandinavian adventure.
Depart Copenhagen
Your trip comes to an end this morning.