Fabulous Scandinavia 05 Jun, 2025

Escorted Touring / Denmark

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Amazing Experience

Overview

Trip Overview

This 14-day journey through Northern Europe invites you to combine some of the world’s most livable capital cities with the beauty of the northern fjords for the ultimate Nordic adventure.

Begin in Copenhagen with a local guide. See the world’s oldest amusement park, Tivoli Gardens, the National Museum, and the colourful harbour district of Nyhavn. See Copenhagen’s magnificent palace trio, Christiansborg, where the Danish parliament assembles, Rosenborg, the royal residence until Frederik IV, and Amalienborg, the current official royal residence. You have the option to see Copenhagen “Like a Dane” or take a guided walk of Tivoli Gardens at extra cost.

Rosklide, the capital of Denmark through the 13th century is your next stop. Visit its cathedral, then continue to Aarhus via Odense, the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen. Aarhus is a thriving student town that invites you to explore a traditional Danish city in miniature at Den Gamle By. Spend your evening at leisure, or on a walking tour with your guide. Danes love good, sustainable food (comes with having the “world’s best restaurant” and all), so follow the students for the tastiest cheap eats!

After a relaxing morning, catch your ferry bound for Stravanger, Norway. Your guide will take you on a pre-dinner walk if you wish. The following day, see beautiful Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock, and catch the spray from Hengjanefossen waterfall. Bergen is your base for the next two nights. Often said to be the prettiest city in Norway, its Hanseatic port was one of the most influential in the powerful trading league. Take it all in from Mount Floien, ride Bergen’s famed funicular, and take the option of an Edvard Grieg piano concert after lunch.

Leaving Bergen behind, weave your way through valleys and along fjords and marvel at not just their beauty, but the way they’ve shaped Norwegian identity and society. Then visit the village of Flaam, with the option of riding the scenic Flaam railway. Take a day to rest in Hemsedal, enjoying delicious local delicacies or a decadent spa treatment, before transferring to Oslo, Norway’s capital. Visit the Munch Museum and track down his masterpiece, The Scream, and join your guide as they show you the best vantage points for taking in Oslo and its magnificent Opera House. See the highlights of Vigeland Sculpture Park before disembarking in one of the city’s liveliest districts for dinner.

Switch things up again as you head to Stockholm, Sweden. A city tour helps you get your bearings, then enjoy the evening at leisure before a full day exploring Gamla Stan (the Old Town), and other highlights. You’ll have the option to tour the Vasa Museum, which houses an ill-fated 17th century war ship salvaged from the bottom of Stockholm’s waters and lovingly preserved amid a detailed telling of its story. If you have time, pop into Skansen, Sweden’s ultimate outdoor culture museum, or Pop House, which houses the ABBA Museum. You can also come back to these the following morning, but be sure to meet your guide in the afternoon for a mystery visit to one of Stockholm’s hidden treasures before boarding your overnight ferry to Helsinki.

Called the Happiest Capital City on Earth, Helsinki surprises tourists as much as its moniker bemuses locals. Its distinctive architecture and language make it clear you’re not in Scandinavia anymore, yet Finland’s appetite for good living and cutting edge design is on par with any of its neighbours. Explore the Temppeliaukio ‘Rock’ Church, and feast on tasty Finnish delicacies in Helsinki’s Market Hall. Don’t neglect a coffee break if you want to feel like a local. Finns are said to drink an average of nine cups a day!

Transfer after breakfast to your Tallinn-bound ferry for a full day tour. The capital of Estonia, Tallinn has risen to become one of Europe’s most popular city breaks, with its beautiful UNESCO-listed Old Town, Toompea Castle, and a variety of historic churches and cathedrals. Return to Helsinki for one more evening before you depart… though we wouldn’t blame you for coming back to continue your journey around the Baltics!

Highlights

Departures

2025: From Copenhagen: June 5; July 17; August 7, 21; September 4

 

Trip Includes

  • 11 nights in first-class accommodations
  • 1 night on board of Tallink Silja Line Ferry (Exterior Cabin)
  • 1 night on board of DFDS Seaways Ferry (Exterior Cabin)
  • Escorted small group tour (max 24 guests) with dedicated English-speaking tour director
  • All touring by private coach, with air-conditioning and WIFI
  • Guided tours with local guides in Copenhagen, Bergen, Oslo, Stockholm and Helsinki
  • Walking city tours in Oslo and Stockholm
  • Guided visits to the Rock Church in Helsinki and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Tallin
  • Arrival transfer from Copenhagen Airport*
  • Departure transfer to Helsinki Airport* 
  • Porterage service at ferry crossings and hotels.
  • Breakfast daily (excluding Day 1), 2 lunches and 1 light lunch, 4 dinners, welcome cocktail
  • Small fish tasting in the Bergen Traditional Fish Market and the wooden Fantoft Church, village of Flam enjoy the panoramic train ride Flaamsbana

* Regular Arrival Transfer Services included in the program are only available for transfers from the Airport in Copenhagen and to the Airport in Helsinki and only on the published official date of the beginning and end of the tour. The transfers are escorted by an English-speaking representative from Via Hansa and Borealis and are shared with other fellow passengers; therefore, minor waiting time at the airport may occur. This transfer service is not valid for passengers with pre/post nights or passengers who require private transfers - for a supplement, private transfers can be reserved for these passengers. Luggage allowance is 1 suitcase and 1 piece of hand luggage per person.

 

Trip Excludes

PRICE EXCLUDES:

  • Travel insurance
  • International, domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
  • Gratuities
  • Optional excursions
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Visa fees, if applicable

Summary

Terms and Conditions

Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please enquire.

Upon arrival at Copenhagen Airport, you will be met and greeted by a local representative for your transfer to your hotel. Please consult the Via Hansa & Borealis welcome letter, which you will receive upon check-in at your hotel, and kindly note where and when to meet your tour leader. A short welcome meeting will be held in the evening, where you will receive information on the upcoming tour program. The rest of the day is at leisure.

 

NH Collection Copenhagen

With its extraordinary location next to the harbor, the NH Collection Copenhagen is an inspiring base for your stay in the city. It's a spot that perfectly balances the bustle of Copenhagen's center with the quietude of the water. The hotel's 394 guest rooms offer contemporary elegance and reflect the very best of Scandinavian and international design. On top of the hotel, you can visit ROOF - Bar & Lounge from April to September. Not only will you be able to enjoy the extraordinary view and sunset, but also conjured cocktails and exquisite snacks, nibbles and bites.

NH Collection Copenhagen

Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, depart by private coach with your guide for a panoramic sightseeing tour of Copenhagen. This tour will be the perfect introduction to “Wonderful Copenhagen”. You begin with a drive towards the City Hall Square where the famous pedestrian street “Stroeget” begins. Passing by Tivoli Gardens and onwards past the New Carlsberg Glyptotheque and the National Museum.

Next, it is the Old Stock Exchange and the Naval Church. You will drive past the Kings New Square, the home of the Royal Danish Theatre with the world-famous ballet, then through the old canal area, Nyhavn, with its picturesque houses and boats. Continue to the impressive Gefion Fountain and the Royal residence, Amalienborg Palace.

Finally, stop by the landmark of Copenhagen, the statue of the Little Mermaid. During the tour, you can also delight in Christiansborg Palace from the outside, as well as Rosenborg Castle, which houses the Crown Jewels.

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Breakfast

 

NH Collection Copenhagen

With its extraordinary location next to the harbor, the NH Collection Copenhagen is an inspiring base for your stay in the city. It's a spot that perfectly balances the bustle of Copenhagen's center with the quietude of the water. The hotel's 394 guest rooms offer contemporary elegance and reflect the very best of Scandinavian and international design. On top of the hotel, you can visit ROOF - Bar & Lounge from April to September. Not only will you be able to enjoy the extraordinary view and sunset, but also conjured cocktails and exquisite snacks, nibbles and bites.

NH Collection Copenhagen

Breakfast at the hotel and free time.

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Breakfast, Dinner

 

Crown Seaways

MS Crown Seaways is a cruise ferry operated by DFDS Seaways on a route connecting Copenhagen & Frederikshavn in Denmark to Oslo, Norway. The ship was built in 1994 by Brodosplit in Split, Croatia.

Crown Seaways

Breakfast on board. Arrival to Oslo at 11:00am, after disembarking, board the private coach. Drive across Hoenefoss, Nesbyen surrounded by a landscape, which alternates between forests of pines and lakes to arrive in the beautiful Hallingdal Valley. Proceed through Gol followed by Geilo, a small town surrounded by mountains. Continue to Hardangervidda and visit the Voringfossen waterfall, and continue to Eidfjord, where the hotel is located.

The evening is at your leisure.

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Breakfast, Dinner

 

Voringfoss Hotel

Overlooking the Hardanger Fjord, this traditional hotel offers a sports bar, a summer restaurant and rooms with free WiFi access and a TV. It is located in Eidfjord village, 7.5 km from Hardangervidda Nature Centre. A dinner buffet is served at the main restaurant daily during summer. Drinks and pub dishes are available at the sports bar year round. Staff at Quality Hotel Voringfoss can help recommend local attractions. Popular activities in the area include hiking, fishing and kayaking. Hardangervidda National Park is 22 km away. Voringsfosen Waterfall is a 20-minute drive away. Mikkelparken Adventure Park is 30 km from the hotel.

Voringfoss Hotel

Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, you will cross the splendid Hardangerfjord, by travelling across Hardanger Bridge. This Bridge has one of the longest suspension bridge spans in the world. After reaching the other side, continue along the fjord, passing by Nordheimsund and crossing birch forests until arriving in Bergen - known as the capital of the fjords. Upon arrival, enjoy a small fish tasting in the traditional Fish Market. Afterwards, a panoramic sightseeing tour with TL is included, during which you will admire the exterior of St Mary’s Church, Haakon’s Hall, the colourful and picturesque fish market and the old Bryggen area. You will also visit the wooden Fantoft Church (entrance included).

After your afternoon tour, you'll have the evening at your leisure. This gives you the opportunity to explore more of Bergen, try local restaurants, or simply relax and enjoy the city at your own pace. Bergen has a lot to offer in terms of culture, cuisine, and beautiful views, so you're sure to find something enjoyable to do in the evening.

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Breakfast, Lunch

 

Hotel Bergen Bors

Located by Torgalmenningen and occupying the upper floors of the old stock exchange dating back to 1862, Bergen Bors is set to become Bergen's most fashionable hotel - with one of the city's very best restaurants. A stay in one of the suites is a unique experience, and particularly the one in the former stock exchange manager's office.

Hotel Bergen Bors

Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, the coach continues down the Naeroy valley to Gudvangen where you will embark on a ferry along the Naerofjord, one of the narrowest and most popular fjord journeys in Norway. Disembark in the stunning village of Flaam where you will enjoy the tour with the famous panoramic train ride Flaamsbana.

Flamsbana is one of the steepest train lines in the world on normal tracks. The 2-hour train journey runs through fantastic nature, past the Rallar road, steep mountains, breathtaking waterfalls, 20 tunnels and offers a multitude of views. In the span of a single hour, the train takes you from the ocean level at the Sognefjord in Flam, to the mountaintop at Myrdal mountain station on Hardangervidda, 863 meters over the ocean.

Continue to Hemsedal and check in at Fyri Resort where you will stay overnight.

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Dinner, Breakfast

 

Fyri Resort

Join us among mountain peaks and nature that is just as beautiful in summer as in winter. At Scandinavia's most vibrant ski resort, Hemsedal, you will find Fyri Resort, a destination with activities all year round. A place where nature and experiences are the goal, and the hotel is a haven for rest and well-being. The experiences are lined up. Relax in the outdoor pool, enjoy an exquisite dinner with good company, go skiing, go for a bike ride - or just be present in the beautiful landscape. At Fýri, we have a Pool Club of 1,000 m2. Here we focus on good food and relaxing music in a delicate environment, with pools and sunbeds, exciting restaurants and a playground with shuffleboard, billiards and a bar. Fýri has 144 hotel rooms and meeting rooms for up to 460 people. A place where life is wonderful. All year around.

Fyri Resort

After breakfast, the journey from Hemsedal to Oslo offers a breathtaking view through Norway's stunning natural landscapes. As you embark on this road trip, you'll be treated to picturesque views and diverse scenery along the way. As you progress towards Oslo, you might encounter serene fjords and crystal-clear lakes. Norway is renowned for its fjords, and you might catch glimpses of these deep, narrow inlets of the sea as you drive. The still waters reflect the surrounding mountains, creating a truly picturesque scene. In the early afternoon, you'll reach Oslo, where you will check in at the hotel.

In the evening, you will enjoy a walking tour with TD ending in the lively Aker Brygge area, which is a perfect spot for dinner and people-watching.

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Breakfast

 

Clarion Hotel The Hub

With an unbeatable location, just about as central as you can get in Oslo, you'll be within easy reach of the city's best bars, cafes, shops and restaurants. The hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Oslo Central Station, with connections to the tram, subway and the airport express train. Clarion Hotel the Hub is Oslo's leading business hotel and a natural choice for all kinds of congresses, conferences, meetings, concerts and cultural events. The conference facilities are packed with unique solutions to create an interactive arena for your meetings, in state of the art spaces and innovative technology for audio, lighting and photography/video.

Clarion Hotel The Hub

This morning, enjoy the sightseeing with your local guide, who will share the many beautiful spots of the Norwegian Capital beautifully located by the fjord. Admire the view from the Opera house. The Vigeland Park, one of the major Scandinavian cultural treasures, will delight you with sculptures by Gustav Vigeland, who dedicated his life to his artistic works. Also pass by the Royal Palace and the main street, Karl Johan. The tour ends at your hotel.

Free night to enjoy this beautiful city.

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Breakfast

 

Clarion Hotel The Hub

With an unbeatable location, just about as central as you can get in Oslo, you'll be within easy reach of the city's best bars, cafes, shops and restaurants. The hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Oslo Central Station, with connections to the tram, subway and the airport express train. Clarion Hotel the Hub is Oslo's leading business hotel and a natural choice for all kinds of congresses, conferences, meetings, concerts and cultural events. The conference facilities are packed with unique solutions to create an interactive arena for your meetings, in state of the art spaces and innovative technology for audio, lighting and photography/video.

Clarion Hotel The Hub

After breakfast at the hotel, depart from Oslo and head to Stockholm, passing Norwegian and Swedish forests through the region of Varmland, the home of many legends. A lunch will be served in Karlstad located by Lake Vänern.

Arrival in Stockholm by the end of the afternoon and check-in. Join your Tour Director for a walking tour of the Swedish Capital. The evening is at leisure

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Breakfast, Lunch

 

Clarion Sign Hotel

Clarion Hotel Sign is located in central Stockholm with transport, shopping, restaurants and entertainment just around the corner. Welcome to a unique, timeless and first class hotel, with a focus on Scandinavian design.

Clarion Sign Hotel

Fuel up with breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and depart by private coach for a 3-hour city sightseeing tour of Stockholm. The city, built on 14 islands, connected by 57 bridges, embraces the unique character of 13th-century Old Town with modern high-tech architecture. Stockholm is proudly called “Beauty on Water”. The sightseeing tour includes the chance for an outside view of the historically significant City Hall, the place of the Nobel festivities. Feel the medieval atmosphere of the Old Town “Gamla Stan”, with its Cathedral and Stortorget, where the Stockholm Blood Bath took place. The tour also includes a drive to Fjallgatan where you will enjoy picturesque views of Stockholm.

The tour ends at the hotel. The afternoon is at leisure.

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Breakfast

 

Clarion Sign Hotel

Clarion Hotel Sign is located in central Stockholm with transport, shopping, restaurants and entertainment just around the corner. Welcome to a unique, timeless and first class hotel, with a focus on Scandinavian design.

Clarion Sign Hotel

Settle in for breakfast at the hotel, the morning is at leisure.

In the afternoon, transfer to the pier by private coach to board one of the comfortable overnight ferries of the Tallink Silja Line, sailing along the Baltic Sea, bound for Helsinki.

Meal

Breakfast, Dinner

 

Silja Symphony

MS Silja Symphony is a cruise ferry owned by the Estonian shipping company Tallink Group, operated under their Silja Line brand on a route connecting Helsinki, Finland to Stockholm, Sweden via Mariehamn.

Silja Symphony

Arrival in Helsinki. Experience a 3-hour sightseeing tour of the capital of Finland, also known as “The Daughter of the Baltic Sea”. The tour includes the Senate Square, the University and the Lutheran Cathedral. You will also see the colourful Market Square, Kaivopuisto Park, diplomatic residences, the imposing statue of Marshall Mannerheim, the Parliament Building, Finlandia Hall, the Orthodox Russian Church Uspenski and the Sibelius Monument. A visit is also made to Temppeliaukio Church – also called the “Rock Church” as it is carved into solid rock (the church reserves the right not to allow the entry of visitors in case of ceremonies).

End of the tour at the hotel. The afternoon is at your leisure.

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Breakfast

 

Hotel Haven

Overlooking Helsinki Harbour, this elegant hotel is just around the corner from the Esplanadi shopping streets.

Hotel Haven

In the morning, have a breakfast buffet at the hotel. Early morning transfer to the pier of Helsinki. Board the two hours cruise to Tallin. Meet your local Tallin guide for a city tour where you will discover the secrets of Tallinn's fairytale-like Old Town, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The walking part of the tour includes Toompea Hill, where you'll see the ancient Toompea Castle, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. the Cathedral of Saint Mary, also known as the Dome Church.

Stop at one of the panoramic platforms to admire the wonderful view of the old centre's red roofs with the dark blue Tallinn Bay in the background. Continue to the lower part of the city, walking among beautiful historic buildings until we reach the Town Hall Square. Tallinn's Gothic-style Town Hall, built in the 15th century, is the oldest surviving town hall in the Baltic countries. Just a few steps away, you'll find the famous Town Hall Pharmacy, which has been operating in the same premises since early 15th century.

After the tour, you will enjoy lunch at a typical restaurant, before the transfer back to the pier and return ferry to Helsinki. On board the ferry, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a light dinner of your preference.

Upon arrival in Helsinki, late evening transfer to your hotel.

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Breakfast, Lunch

 

Hotel Haven

Overlooking Helsinki Harbour, this elegant hotel is just around the corner from the Esplanadi shopping streets.

Hotel Haven

Breakfast at the hotel. A representative will meet you for the transfer service to Helsinki Airport.

*Please note: Regular Departure Transfer Services included in the program are only available for transfer to Helsinki Airport and only on the official end date of tour. The transfers are escorted by an English-speaking representative and are shared with other fellow passengers; therefore, minor waiting time at the airport may occur.

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Breakfast

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