Scandinavia Itineraries: SC 65
Scandinavia with Northern Lights
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Arrive at Helsinki International Airport. Transfer from Helsinki Airport to hotel on private basis. Check-in the hotel. Afternoon, free time at leisure. Overnight in Helsinki.Day 2 - Helsinki
Today, after breakfast check out and store bags in hotel. Proceed to explore Helsinki at your own pace with the Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour. Passing through attractions like Senate Square, Market Square, and Suomenlinna Fortress. Enjoy informative commentary as you discover the city's highlights on this flexible sightseeing adventure. This tour is for 24 hours. Afternoon, proceed to the unique beauty of Temppeliaukio Church in Helsinki, Finland. Carved into solid rock, this modern architectural marvel with its copper-lined dome and natural lighting offers a serene and distinctive space for contemplation and musical performances. After that enjoy the grandeur of Uspenski Cathedral in Helsinki, Finland. Perched on a hill overlooking the city and harbor, this Orthodox cathedral with its vibrant onion domes is a captivating symbol of Russian influence and an architectural gem in the heart of the Finnish capital. Later in the evening, transfer from hotel to station on your own. Board an overnight train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi- 2nd class. Overnight in train.Day 3 - Rovaniemi
Today, after breakfast on your own. Disembark and transfer from station to hotel on your own. Check in the hotel. Afternoon, proceed to reach the meeting point on your own and then meet Santa Claus and cross the magical Arctic Circle every day at the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi. Also experience many souvenir shops as well as Santa’s Main Post Office, service companies, cafes and restaurants. After that enjoy experience the enchantment of the North Pole at Santa Claus' Main Post Office in Rovaniemi, Finland. This festive destination allows visitors to send letters stamped with the official Arctic Circle postmark, meet Santa's elves, and revel in the magical atmosphere, making it a joyful and heartwarming stop in the hometown of Santa Claus. Overnight in Rovaniemi.Day 4 - Rovaniemi - Saariselka
Today, after breakfast check out from the Hotel. Transfer from hotel to bus stop on your own. Board a bus from Rovaniemi to Saariselka. Afternoon, transfer from bus stop to hotel on your own. Check-in the hotel. Overnight in Saariselkä.Day 5 - Saariselka
Today, after breakfast proceed to reach the meeting point on your own and then experience the most famous animals of Lapland at close range. Visit a traditional reindeer farm nestled in the wooded fells. Meet the friendly herders and hear tales of the reindeer and their care. Enjoy an 1-hour reindeer sleigh ride around snowy forests and plains. Savor some coffee in a warm Lappish hut. Afternoon, transfer back to hotel on your own. Later in the evening, free time at leisure. Overnight in Saariselkä.Day 6 - Saariselka - Ivalo - Kirkenes
Today, after breakfast check-out from the hotel. Transfer from Saariselka to Ivalo bus stop on your own. Board a bus from Ivalo to Kirkenes. Transfer from bus stop to hotel on your own. Check-in the hotel. Afternoon, at leisure. Overnight in Kirkenes.Day 7 - Kirkenes - Tromsø
Today, after breakfast check-out from the hotel. Transfer from hotel to Kirkenes airport on private basis. Fly from Kirkenes to Tromso on your own. Transfer from Tromso airport to hotel on private basis. Check-in the hotel. Afternoon, at leisure. Overnight in Tromso.Day 8 - Tromsø
Today, after breakfast explore city on own. Afternoon, proceed to visit the Polar Museum in Tromsø, Norway, and explore the chilling tales of Arctic exploration. Experience captivating exhibits and artifacts that delve into the gripping narratives of polar expeditions. The museum showcases the bravery and hardships faced by explorers in the Arctic regions, providing a fascinating glimpse into the history of polar exploration. Later in the evening, proceed to reach the meeting point on your own and then chase the Northern Lights with this bus tour from Tromsø’s city center. Learn about the Northern Lights, including how to photograph them, during the journey and set up your camera to watch Aurora Borealis. Transfer back to the hotel on your own. Overnight in Tromso.Day 9 - Tromsø - Bergen
Today, after breakfast check-out from the hotel. Transfer from hotel to Tromso Airport on private basis. Fly from Tromso to Bergen on own. Transfer from Bergen airport to hotel on private basis. Check-in the hotel. Afternoon, at leisure. Overnight in Bergen.Day 10 - Bergen
Today, after breakfast proceed to reach the meeting point on your own and then discover Bergen with Hop-on-hop-off tours. It passes through the landmarks like Bryggen and Fløibanen. Explore at your pace, enjoy iconic attractions, including the Fish Market. This is a 24 hours tour. Afternoon, proceed to experience panoramic heights in Bergen with the Fløibanen funicular. Offering breathtaking views of the city, fjords, and mountains, this iconic transport provides a scenic journey to the summit of Mount Fløyen, where visitors can savor the beauty of Norway's coastal landscape. Overnight stay in Bergen.Day 11 - Bergen - Oslo
Today, after breakfast check-out from the hotel. Transfer from hotel to station on your own. Proceed to the Norway in a Nutshell which is a scenic train journey through Norway's stunning landscapes, including fjords, mountains, and picturesque villages, combined with boat and bus segments for a comprehensive exploration experience. (Economy class). Afternoon, arrive in Oslo. Transfer from station to hotel on your own. Check-in the hotel and free time at leisure. Overnight stay in Oslo.Day 12 - Oslo
Today, after breakfast check-out from the hotel and store the bags in the hotel. Proceed to reach the meeting point on your own, and then explore Oslo, Norway, at your own pace with a convenient hop-on-hop-off bus tour. Enjoy flexible sightseeing, passing through the top attractions like the Vigeland Sculpture Park, and Akershus Fortress. This includes tickets for 24 hours. Afternoon, proceed to discover the legendary polar ship Fram Museum and its expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic regions. Experience interactive exhibits, learn about famous explorers like Roald Amundsen, and delve into the captivating history of polar exploration. Later in the evening, transfer from hotel to cruise point on your own. Board an overnight cruise from Oslo to Copenhagen.Day 13 - Copenhagen
Today, after breakfast on board. Disembark from the cruise. Transfer from cruise point to hotel on your own. Check in the hotel. Proceed to reach the meeting point on your own and then enjoy the hop-on-hop-off bus tour in Copenhagen which passes through the major sights like Nyhavn, the Little Mermaid, and Tivoli Gardens. Enjoy panoramic views, and informative commentary on the city's history and culture. Afternoon, proceed to discover Tivoli gardens, a charming Danish theme park. The second-oldest amusement park in the world. Enjoy the lovely flowers and gardens, restaurants and cafés, and maybe take a ride on one of the park’s roller coasters. Later in the evening, proceed to experience Copenhagen's beauty and history on our classic Canal boat tour, passing famous sights like the Little Mermaid and Amalienborg Castle. Overnight stay in Copenhagen.Day 14 - Copenhagen
Today, after breakfast check-out from the hotel. Transfer from hotel to Copenhagen airport on private basis. Fly back with happy memories.