Summer Escorted Tours

Majestic Fjords & Scandinavian Highlights

8 days/7 nights: Oslo - Oslo

10 days/9 nights: Oslo - Stockholm

12 days/11 nights: Oslo - Helsinki - Stockholm

14 days/13 nights: Oslo - Stockholm - Helsinki - Copenhagen

2008 Departure Dates and Prices:

Jun 3, 10, 17, 24	$2,235 per person double
Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	$2,235 per person double
Aug 5, 12	$2,235 per person double
For all dates above	$495 single supplement
Jun 17, 24	$2,795 per person double
Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	$2,795 per person double

For all dates above	$775 single supplement
Jun 17, 24	$3,465 per person double
Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	$3,465 per person double
For all dates above	$1,095 single supplement
Jun 17, 24	4,055 per person double
Jul 1, 4, 8, 15, 18, 22, 29	4,055 per person double

For all dates above	$1,305 single supplement

$75 per person early booking discount if tour and airfare
is paid in full by February 28, 2007!

Day 1: Arrive Oslo
Transfer from Oslo Gardemoen Airport to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and overnight at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel, located in the city center.

Day 2: Oslo – Ulvik
After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving via Hønefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet Lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardangr Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Vøringsfoss Waterfaall, the highest in Norway. Descent the amazing Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry ride, followed by drive around the Ulvik Fjord, to picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and overnight Rica Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord.

Day 3: Ulvik – Bergen
After buffet breakfast, start of scenic tour along the beautiful Hardanger Fjod, Famous for its many orchards, via the towns of Øystese and Norheimsund arriving in Bergen around midday. Afternoon 2 hour tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and overnight at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, overlooking the old Bryggen Harbor.

Day 4: Bergen – Flåm – Balestrand
After breakfast departure from Bergen and dive via Dale to the town of Voss. Descend the Nærøy Valley, passing the amazing Sralheim Canyon, to the fhordside village of Flåm. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flåm Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering. The Descent from Myrdal to Flåm offers opprtunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After a short rest in Flåm, Board M/S Lady Elisabeth for start of approx. 2 hours cruise along the splendid Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. From the sun deck or the comfortable lounge, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife. Cruise along the narrow and winding Nærøy Fjord to disembark in the village of Gudvangen. Continue by coach across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes for the short ferry crossing to the beautiful resort of Balestrand. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel, one of Norway’s finest hotels, superbly located in private grounds on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by mountains.

Day 5: Balestrand
Day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel's elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. May we also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bikó or row boat from the hotel. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with it's historic buildings and other noteworthy sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Day 6: Balestrand – Geiranger
After breakfast departure from your hotel by ferry, for a 1-hour cruise along the fjord to Fjaerland. Continue by coach along the scenic route, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei. Descend to the beautiful Nord Fjord, making a detour at Olden to visit the world-famous Briksdal Glacier. The journey up to the glacier will be made in open cars to give you the best of views. Afterwards a typical Norwegian lunch will be served in sight of the glacier. During the afternoon, the tour continues via Loen and Stryn, to the picturesque village of Hellesylt. From here you go on board the ferry for a 1-hour cruise along the spectacular Geiranger Fjord, possibly the most impressive of all the Norwegian fjords. During the cruise you will pass close by some magnificent waterfalls, such as the Bridal Veil and the Seven Sisters. Dinner & overnight at Union Hotel, overlooking the Geiranger Fjord.

Day 7: Geiranger – Oslo
Today, experience more magnificent scenery as the tour crosses the Grotli Mountains to Lom, travels along Lake Vågå and descends the majestic Gudbrands valley to the world-famous town of Lillehammer. Lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch, visit the Olympia Park before continuing along Lake Mjøsa, arriving in Oslo in the early evening. Dinner and overnight at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.

Day 8: Oslo – Stockholm
The 7-night Oslo – Oslo Tour ends after breakfast with transfers to Oslo Gardemoen Airport to connect with individual flight departures. Guest on the 9‚ 11‚ or 13-night tours continue by coach to the Swedish border, crossing into the attractive province of Värmland, arriving in the city of Karlstad on Lake Vänern – Sweden’s largest lake. Lunch in Karlstad. Reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Sheraton Stockholm Hotel, overlooking the harbor and Old Town.

Day 9: Stockholm
The day begins with a 4-hour guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Cathedral, Royal Theater, and more. Visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. The highlight is a visit to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Halls, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year. Spend the afternoon free in Stockholm. Dinner and overnight at Sheraton Stockholm Hotel.

Day 10: Stockholm – Helsinki
The 9-night Oslo-Stockholm Tour ends after breakfast, with transfers to Stockholm Airport to connect with individual flight departures. Guests continuing on the Baltic Cruise to Helsinki have the morning free in Stockholm. In the afternoon, transfer from hotel to pier to board a luxurious Silja Line cruise ferry. The cruise departs at 5 p.m., sailing slowly down the picturesque archipelago. Enjoy dinner onboard. Selection of entertainment, bars, shops and casino onboard. Overnight in a 2-berth outside cabin (seaside) with private facilities.

Day 11: Helsinki - Stockholm
Enjoy a buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. Spend a whole day in this exciting city on the Baltic, retaining your cabin on the ship. There will be a 3-hour guided tour of Helsinki this morning. Famous sights include the Senate House, Finlandia Hall, and Sibelius Park & Monument. In the afternoon you can explore the market or the souvenir shops close to the harbor. Depart at 5 p.m. for Stockholm. Dinner and overnight onboard.

Day 12: Stockholm – Copenhagen
After a tasty buffet breakfast, arrive back in Stockholm at 9:30 a.m. Guests on the 11-night Oslo-Helsinki-Stockholm Tour will transfer from the Silja Line terminal to Stockholm Airport to connect with individual flight departures. Guests continuing to Copenhagen will drive through Southern Sweden along Lake Vättern with stop for lunch. Continue via Jönköping through the provinces of Småland and Skåne to the city of Malmö. Cross the Öresund Bridge to Denmark, for an early evening arrival in wonderful Copenhagen. Dinner and overnight at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.

Day 13: Copenhagen
The day begins with a 3-hour guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Amalienborg Palace, the Gefion Fountain, Christiansborg Palace, the old harbor of Nyhavn, and the Little Mermaid. Enjoy the afternoon free for exploring this fairytale city. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner in the famous Tivoli Gardens. Overnight at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.

Day 14: Copenhagen
Morning transfer to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport for individual flight departures.

Price includes:

7 nights Oslo - Oslo

7 nights accommodation including daily 3-course or buffet dinner and Scandinavian buffet breakfast, in centrally located, first-class hotels, all rooms with private facilities
5 lunches on days 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7
3-hour guided tours of Oslo and Bergen, including entrances to the Viking Ships, Fram Museum and the Maria Church
Ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløien
2-hour cruise on the Nærøyfjord and the Aurlandsfjord, and a 1-hour cruise on both the Fjaerland and Geiranger Fjord.
Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier.
All ferry crossings
Luggage assistance at all hotels
Experienced tour escort throughout
Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats
Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days

9 nights Oslo - Stockholm

All the services mentioned above, plus -

2 nights accommodation in Stockholm, including daily 3-course dinner and Scandinavian buffet breakfast, rooms with private facilities
1 lunch on day 8
4-hour guided tour of Stockholm, including entrance to the City Hall

11 nights Oslo - Helsinki - Stockholm

All the services mentioned above, plus -

Cruise Stockholm - Helsinki - Stockholm, in 2-berth, outside cabin with private facilities, including 2 dinners and 2 buffet breakfasts onboard
3-hour guided tour of Helsinki, including entrances

13 nights Oslo - Stockholm - Helsinki - Copenhagen

All the services mentioned above, plus -

2 nights accommodation in Copenhagen, including daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast, dinner at hotel on day 12 and special farewell dinner at Tivoli Gardens. All rooms with private facilities
Entrance to the Tivoli Gardens in connection with farewell dinner
3-hour guided tour of Copenhagen including entrances
Lunch on day 12

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