Day 1-2 DEPART CANADA
Overnight flight to Copenhagen.
Day 2-3 ARRIVE COPENHAGEN (2 NIGHTS)
Welcome to Copenhagen! Unwind after check-in or spend time exploring Scandinavia's liveliest city. This evening, meet your Travel Director and travelling companions for a Welcome Reception. You will then enjoy an evening drive - the perfect introduction to Copenhagen.(Welcome Reception)
Day 3-4 COPENHAGEN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Your expert Local Guide takes you on a fascinating sightseeing and walking tour in the vicinity of the Amalienborg Palace – an elegant quarter featuring 18th century buildings. In Copenhagen’s historic centre, view the 17th century Stock Exchange, the Christiansborg Palace and the Neo-Classical Cathedral. View the Little Mermaid – the statue inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's sad fairytale – sitting on a rock in the harbour. Later, perhaps visit the Tivoli Gardens.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts)
Day 4-5 COPENHAGEN - ODENSE - AALBORG
Cross the bridge to the Island of Funen and the town of Odense, Hans Christian Andersen's birthplace. Continue across the Jutland Peninsula en route to Aalborg, a charming town with a history going back over 1,000 years.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts)
Day 5-6 AALBORG - STAVANGER
Sail from Hirsthals across the Skagerrak to the port of Kristiansand in Norway. A scenic drive by fjords and lakes to Stavanger, third city and one of Norway's oldest.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts / Dinner)
Day 6-7 STAVANGER - BERGEN (2 NIGHTS)
Your journey is spectacular as you island-hop from Stavanger, cruising through fjords and passing islands along this impressive coastline. Arrive later in Bergen, and experience the history of this picturesque city on your orientation tour. See the 13th century Haakons Hall and the bustling fish market. This evening enjoy a delicious Be My Guest dinner of Norwegian specialities.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts / Be My Guest dinner)
Day 7-8 BERGEN FREE TIME
Explore Norway’s most naturally beautiful city during your free day and consider an optional excursion to the home of Norwegian composer, Edward Grieg.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts)
Day 8-9 BERGEN - FLAM RAILWAY - SOGNEFJORD (LEIKANGER)
From the ski resort of Voss take a train journey that ascends to nearly 3,000 feet above sea level! Admire the scenery and ride on the famous Flam railway – one of the most exciting in the world! Appreciate breathtaking views of mountains and waterfalls, then cross the magnificent waters of Sognefjord to your hotel in Leikanger.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts / Dinner)
Day 9-10 SOGNEFJORD (LEIKANGER) - GEIRANGER (2 NIGHTS)
Follow the spectacular Sognefjord through incredible glacier country. Enjoy wonderful views of Geirangerfjord as you descend to Geiranger town. Dine tonight at your hotel.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts / Dinner)
Day 10-11 GEIRANGER FREE TIME
Spend the day surrounded by amazing scenery, relaxing and breathing clear mountain air. Perhaps take an excursion along the Trolls’ Road and see the Seven Sisters waterfall.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts / Dinner)
Day 11-12 GEIRANGER - LOM - LILLEHAMMER
A scenic drive from Geiranger brings you to Ottadalen to visit the traditional Stave Church at Lom. Continue through the Gudbrandsdal Valley, the inspiration for Ibsen's 'Peer Gynt'. Arrive in Lillehammer, host to the 1994 Winter Olympics. Before dinner at the hotel, consider a walk along Storgata or visit the open-air museum at Maihaugan.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts / Dinner)
Day 12-13 LILLEHAMMER - HAMAR - OSLO
View the unusual Olympic ice rink beside the lake at Hamar. In Oslo, your expert Local Guide takes you on a sightseeing tour of the medieval fortress of Akershus and the Royal Palace, finishing with a visit to the Vigeland Sculpture Park. Spend the rest of the day relaxing, shopping for unique souvenirs or perhaps visit the Fram Polar Ship Museum and Viking ship museum.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts)
Day 13-14 OSLO - STOCKHOLM (2 NIGHTS)
Cross the border into Sweden and continue via Karlstad on Lake Vänern, past Orebro to the island-ringed capital of Stockholm for your two-night stay.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts)
Day 14-15 STOCKHOLM SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Admire this charming city during your sightseeing tour with your expert Local Guide. View the Medieval Storkyrkan, Riddarholm Church and the Royal Palace. Explore the waterside City Hall where Nobel Prize banquets are held. Spend time later shopping in fashionable stores or consider an optional excursion. Tonight, celebrate with your fellow travellers at a Farewell Dinner.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts / Farewell Dinner)
Day 15-16 STOCKHOLM - CANADA
Say goodbye to Scandinavia as your memorable holiday draws to a close. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.(Scandinavian buffet breakfasts)