Treat your senses to a tour of Scandinavia’s towering mountains, crystalline fjords and Viking history on this immersive itinerary. Admire the spires and ramparts of Akershus Castle in Oslo, the humming seaside economy of the Bergen Fish Markets and Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid in Copenhagen. Journey on the Flåm railway through the mountain pass to Myrdal and onwards to Bergen. The delights of the Fjords are front and center on the Lysefjord Cruise, with panoramic views and a close encounter with the iconic, 2000-foot tall, Pulpit Rock. In Denmark, pause for a little local dining in Aalborg where a farm-to-table feast of Danish delicacies is whipped up from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Across the Jutland Peninsula on the island of Fyn, the Hans Christian Andersen House tells the story of the famous fairy-tale writer—charting his life, loves and travels.
Locations Visited
Oslo, Ulvik Municipality, Bergen, Flam Railway, Stavanger, Lyngdal, Kristiansand, Hirtshals, Aalborg, Aarhus, Jelling, Odense, Copenhagen
Countries Visited
Norway, Denmark
Travel Style
Regional
Accommodations
11 nights included
Age Requirements
Minimum age 5
Day 1
Your adventure begins in Norway's capital, Oslo. In the evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner.
Accommodation
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel Oslo
Meals
Dinner
Savor local specialties with your Travel Director and fellow travelers during dinner.
Day 2
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. Maybe explore City Hall where the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony is held, or walk upon the famous architecture of Oslo Opera House.
Accommodation
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel Oslo
Meals
Breakfast
With your Local Expert, see Akershus Castle, Oslo Harbor and the Royal Palace.
Take a moment to contemplate the interesting Vigeland sculptures when you visit Frogner Park.
Day 3
Journey across the Hardanger Plateau, Europe's greatest mountain plateau and the largest national park in the Nordic countries, before arriving at your hotel in Ulvik.
Accommodation
Brakanes Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Pass through the National Park known for its beautiful arctic tundra.
Day 4
Travel to the Nærøyfjord for the opportunity to visit Viking Valley and cruise this UNESCO-listed fjord on an optional experience. After, continue to the coastal city of Bergen by a traditional train of the Flåm railway. Journey from the shores of the Aurlandsfjord on one of the world's steepest railways through tunnels that spiral in and out of the mountainside. And breathe in the fresh mountain air while you drink in the views of the rushing waterfalls, glacial rivers and verdant scenery. This evening join your Travel Director at a local restaurant for dinner.
Accommodation
Scandic Ørnen
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Journey on one of the world's steepest railways through tunnels that spiral in and out of the mountainside of the narrow Flåm Valley.
Day 5
A Local Expert introduces you to Bergen. The ancient Hanseatic port city still largely looks to the sea for its living, as evidenced by the picturesque and lively Fish Market, set in a charming location in the heart of the city. The market also has stalls selling a colorful variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, handicrafts and souvenirs. After seeing the 13th century Haakon’s Hall, there will be time to explore all that this exciting town has to offer. Perhaps you might like to visit the village of Telavåg, before ascending Mount Fløyen by the only funicular in Scandinavia.
Accommodation
Scandic Ørnen
Meals
Breakfast
With your Local Expert, see the many colorful stalls of the lively Fish Market and marvel at the 13th-century Haakon's Hall.
Day 6
Travel along this incredible coastline and sail across fjords passing an abundance of islands. Arrive in Stavanger, one of Norway’s oldest cities founded almost 900 years ago. The city has continued to evolve with changing times and now is 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.
Accommodation
Thon Partner Stavanger Forum Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Fjord hop from Bergen to Stavanger.
Day 7
Accommodation
Thon Hotel Parken
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
During your orientation with your Travel Director, walk the city center and see the Dom Kirke and Nupen Fountain.
Day 8
Say farewell to Norway as you sail across the Skagerrak to Hirtshals, Denmark. Your journey continues to Aalborg, Denmark's forth largest city. This evening, we will join for dinner in a local restaurant for a farm-to-table experience to remember.
Accommodation
Comwell Hvide Hus
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Sail across the Skagerrak as you cross from Kristiansand to Hirsthals.
Savor a delightful dinner prepared with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients at a local restaurant.
Day 9
A vibrant mix of youthful energy and a blast from the past makes Aarhus a city with an energetic pulse. Join your Travel Director for an orientation of the city center. 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 at Denmark's first UNESCO World Heritage Site in the town of Jelling, visiting the Home of the Viking Kings Museum. Then cross the Jutland Peninsula to the town of Odense, on the island of Fyn.
Accommodation
Comwell HC Andersen
Meals
Breakfast
Kongernes Jelling - Home of the Viking Kings visit uses lighting, sound and imaginative special effects bringing to life Viking adventure stories from 1000 years ago.
Day 10
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.
Accommodation
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Make the most of the long summer nights at the glittering Tivoli Gardens, the world-famous entertainment park, full of fantasy, fun and charm.
Be enchanted by the tales of Hans Christian Andersen's life when you visit the museum dedicated to his life and works.
Visit St Canute's Cathedral and hear tales of Canute, Denmark's last Viking king and royal saint.
Day 11
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, the unusual Round Tower and Copenhagen Cathedral, where the Crown Prince of Denmark married Princess Mary. The afternoon is at your leisure. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Cofoco restaurant and enjoy a delicious dinner of sustainable ingredients, as you toast to the end of your Scandinavian adventure.
Accommodation
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Dine at a Cofoco Group Restaurant, who are leading the way in minimising food waste and promoting a sustainable future. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 7 & 12: Affordable and Clean Energy & Responsible Consumption and Production.
With your Local Expert, view Christiansborg Palace and the cathedral where the Crown Prince of Denmark married Princess Mary. You'll also see Rosenborg Castle, Amalienborg Palace and the unusual Rundertaarn, which is the oldest functioning Observatory in Europe.
Day 12
Your trip comes to an end this morning.
Meals
Breakfast
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Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
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