The Glory of Scandinavian Tour 10N – 11D

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Tallin

We welcome you on your arrival to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia! Historically known as Reval, this gorgeous city overlooks the Gulf of Finland with over 5,000-year-old evidence of human civilization. A ride will be prepared to take you to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay after dinner

Day 2 : Tallinn City Tour

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel today before we head out. Today, we’re going to tour the city of Tallinn, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. There’s the UNESCO World Heritage Site that is also the Old Town of Tallinn. It is rich with historic buildings, mostly of medieval time between the 13th-16th centuries.
The first destination of the day is going to be Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, a Russian Orthodox Church located on Toompea hill in the middle of city, built in Russian Revival style. And while we’re here, why not explore Toompea Hill on a walking tour which also acts as the center of Estonian Government and Parliament House. The Parliament House, also known as Toompea Castle, is a medieval castle first built in the 9th century. It has gone through several changes of rulers between Denmark’s King Valdemar II, Teutonic Order, Sweden and occupations including a major rebuilding in the 13th century.
We’ll then head to the Dome Church that’s also known as St. Mary’s Cathedral that is the oldest church in Tallinn, a Roman Catholic Cathedral that was the only one to survive the disastrous 17th century fire. And then check out the Gate of Lühike Jalg, which also means “long leg.” Along this street is also where you can see the tall Walls of Tallinn that protect this city during sieges since 15th century.
Then you’ll have free time to shop and look around more on your own before we go for dinner. Afterward, we’ll go back to the hotel for overnight stay in Tallinn. (Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 3 : Ferry To Helsinki With City Tour

Enjoy your breakfast today in Tallinn before we check-out and leave on a ferry. A ride will
bring you to the ferry port for your ride. After 2.5 hours on the sea, we’ll arrive at the capital
of Finland, Helsinki. Also known as the happiest country in the world, we’ll hop on a city
tour and visit the famous tourist attractions here.
The Senaatintori Square is a famous square because of the famed Helsinki Cathedral that
stands in the middle. Also known as the Senate Square, you can see Carl Ludvig Engel’s
architecture that represents the powers between politics, religious, scientific, and
commercial. The square along with its surroundings are some of the oldest parts of Helsinki. The Helsinki Cathedral itself is the symbol of the country with sculptures of the 12 Apostles that protect the city And then check out the stunning Temppeliaukio Church, the Lutheran church designed by
architect brothers and built in to solid rock. Hence its other name, the Rock Church.
Then visit the beautiful English-style Sibelius Park that was named after the Finnish composes Jean Sibelius. This memorial park also has a stunning Sibelius Monument you shouldn’t miss out on!
We’ll help you with the check-in process later before taking you out for dinner at a
restaurant. Then spend the night here in Helsinki. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Then you’ll have free time to shop and look around more on your own before we go for
dinner. Afterward, we’ll go back to the hotel for overnight stay in Tallinn.
(Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 4 : TVisit Porvoo – Overnight Cruise To Stockholm

Enjoy your breakfast today before we leave. After we check-out we’ll visit Porvoo, the second oldest city in Finland known for the Old Town vibe, vintage cafes and boutiques, and the red-ochre warehouses that lines up the riverside. It’s such a calm, idyllic artisan town that has a history of being a trade centre in the early 14th century.
Later in the day after lunch, we head to the port to check-in for our cruise. We’re going to Stockholm tonight. Dinner will be served on board with an overnight stay on the cruise.
(Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 5 : Arrival At Stockholm With City Tour – Visit The Famous Vasa Museum

Breakfast will be served on board as we slowly approach the port at Stockholm. After disembarking, we’ll start our tour of the “Beauty on Water” city, starting from the Sky View Globe Arenas. This is the world’s largest spherical building with the best view of Stockholm. And then to Stortorget where the Stockholm Bloodbath took place. This is the oldest square in the city and remains as the main square roughly 600 years since it was
first mentioned. Stockholm Bloodbath was an infamous massacre of nearly 100 people in 3 days in 1520.
We’ll then pay a visit to the City Hall, the symbol of Stockholm where the Nobel Banquet
was held within the Blue and Golden Halls. It has a gorgeous view of the city and the
Riddarfjärden bay and was constructed in 1923. And finally, we’ll make an exciting stop at
the Vasa Museum located on the Djurgarden island. This is where we can see the restored
Warship Vasa from 1628 and other precious documents and artefacts about the maritime
of the 17th century.
We’ll then check-in at the hotel, enjoy our dinner, and spend the night in Stockholm.
(Breakfast and Dinner

Day 6 : Transfer From Stockholm To Oslo – En Route Town Of Karlstad Tour

Enjoy you breakfast before we check-out. Today we’re heading to another beautiful city of Finland, Oslo. On our way there, we’ll make a stop at Karlstad in Sweden. It is built over the delta of Klarälven with the second largest port in the country. We’re here to see the beautiful Lake Vanern, Sweden’s largest lake that’s also the water source for birds and a breeding spot for some of the rarest birds here.
The drive continues to Oslo where you’ll have dinner before we check-in and let you spend the night in Oslo.
(Breakfast and Dinner))

Day 7 : Oslo City Tour With Fram Museum And Transfer To Geilo

After breakfast, we check-out from the hotel and prepare for a guided city tour around Oslo! Start with the Parliament Square also known as the Eidsvolls plass is a beautiful park located near the Parliament of Norway Building. And then check out Norway’s largest collection of art, architecture, and design at the National Galleries that began opening again in 2022. It was first established in 1842 before getting its own museum building in 1882.
After the museum, it’s time to shop! We’ll go to Karl Johan Shopping Street, Oslo’s favorite shopping street that goes from the Central Station square to the Royal Palace. Shop anything and everything you want here! Once you’re done, we’ll go to the Royal Palace which is at the end of the street and you can enter some of the rooms that are absolutely magnificent to behold.
We continue to the Akhershus Fortress which is where you can learn a lot about the olden days of Oslo. This fortress from 1299 used to be a medieval castle and the royal residence of kings of old times. It was also once the prison for deserters and criminals. And then we visit the Vigeland Sculpture Park, a park of 212 bronze, granite, and cast-iron sculptures all made by Gustav Vigeland. He didn’t just make these sculptures, but even designed the park’s outline himself. And then the Fram Museum has another spectacular ship recovered for displayed, Fram. Fram is the strongest wooden ship every built and visitors today can see how the ship and the crew with dogs managed to reach the Arctic and Antarctic, survived, and returned to tell the stories.
After the tour, we’ll drive and bid goodbye to Oslo and welcome Geilo. Once we’ve arrived, we’ll check-in at the hotel and then let your rest for the night.
(Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 8 : Norway In A Nutshell – Spectacular Train Rides And Impressive Trips On Boat And Bus

Enjoy your breakfast today before we leave. We’ll go on one of the most iconic ways to explore Norway, called “Norway in a Nutshell” that sets off from the Geilo Station. After we drop you off here, take the train that’s headed for Myrdal and then switch to the Flam railway line that brags a scenic ride. While wandering around in Flam, you’ll find the calm atmosphere Flam has to offer that just seems to make you forget about your stress so alluring.
But alas we must leave as a boat is waiting to take through the Aurlandsfjord and the Naeroyfjord. The latter is one of the narrowest fjords in Europe with both sides walled by tall mountains that are over 1800m tall. We make our way through this fantasy-like trip into Gudvangen, the Viking Valley that is located in the heart of the Njardarheimr and a UNESCO-listed unique Norwegian fjord landscape. Afterward, ride the bus that’ll take you through the gorgeous plain as we make our way to Bergen.
Upon arrival in Bergen, we’ll check-in at the hotel for your overnight stay.
(Breakfast and Dinner)in Rides And Impressive Trips On Boat And Bus

Day 9 : Bergen City Tour – Funicular Train Ride And Transfer To Copenhagen

Enjoy your breakfast in Bergen before we head out for a city tour. Also historically known as Bjørgvin, this city in Norway is famous for its art. It is where many classical composers such as Edvard Grieg and Ole Bull were born. Today, this is also the hometown of modern musicians Alan Walker and Kygo.
We start off with Bryggen, the historic harbour of Bergen and one of the oldest port cities that has become a trade center since the 12th century. The “Hanseatic Office” in Bergen was established here in 1350. The wharf is iconic for the pastel-toned log cabins and cobblestone streets. From the port, we head to the station where we can ride the Funicular Train up Mount Floyen to get a great aerial view of Bergen.
After the tour, we go to the airport to catch our flight for Copenhagen. Once we’ve arrived, we’ll check-in at the hotel for your overnight stay.
(Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 10 : Copenhagen City Tour – Visit The Famous Tivoli Gardens And Grand Canal Cruise

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel today before we go out on a tour! A guide is going to show you what makes Copenhagen such a beautiful city. The Parliament Building is also known as the the Christiansborg Palace built in the center of Copenhagen. It currently has prominent Neo-baroque style with the chapel having neo-classical style. The original showgrounds that were built in the 1700s had baroque style.
Then we’ll visit the Amalienborg Palace that’s in the heart of Copenhagen and is the royal residence of one of the world’s oldest monarchies. See what kind of luxurious lifestyle royals lived hundreds of years ago and the grandeur designs of that time. We’ll see the Gefion Fountain and of course, the iconic Little Mermaid statue. Did you know the Little Mermaid was originally written by a Danish author?And then the highlight of the day is the famous Tivoli Gardens, the world’s second-oldest amusement park that was open since 1843. It has beautiful architecture, historic buildings, and lush gardens, a place prefect for both children and adults to have fun! Try out the rides or read on the history of the park as you explore this place.
In the evening, we’ll go on a cruise through the Grand Canal before your dinner. We’ll take you back to the hotel for your overnight stay in Copenhagen.
(Breakfast and Dinner)

Day 11 : Departure From Copenhagen

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel today before we go out on a tour! A guide is going to show you what makes Copenhagen such a beautiful city. The Parliament Building is also known as the the Christiansborg Palace built in the center of Copenhagen. It currently has prominent Neo-baroque style with the chapel having neo-classical style. The original showgrounds that were built in the 1700s had baroque style.
Then we’ll visit the Amalienborg Palace that’s in the heart of Copenhagen and is the royal residence of one of the world’s oldest monarchies. See what kind of luxurious lifestyle royals lived hundreds of years ago and the grandeur designs of that time. We’ll see the Gefion Fountain and of course, the iconic Little Mermaid statue. Did you know the Little Mermaid was originally written by a Danish author?And then the highlight of the day is the famous Tivoli Gardens, the world’s second-oldest amusement park that was open since 1843. It has beautiful architecture, historic buildings, and lush gardens, a place prefect for both children and adults to have fun! Try out the rides or read on the history of the park as you explore this place.
In the evening, we’ll go on a cruise through the Grand Canal before your dinner. We’ll take you back to the hotel for your overnight stay in Copenhagen.
(Breakfast and Dinner)

INCLUSIONS

To and Fro Flights Included (into Tallinn out of Copenhagen)
4 Star Accommodations
Daily Continental Breakfasts
9 Indian Jain/Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian Dinners
All Transfers and Tours by Luxury AC Coach
Schengen Visa Charges and Travel Insurance Included
Guaranteed Schengen Visa Appointments
Services of a English/Hindi Experienced Tour Manager

Exclusions

Tipping is expected from anyone providing your service e.g., Coach Driver, Local Guides, etc. It is mandatory to tip a nominal amount of EUR 3 per person/per day. For the entire duration of this tour which is 10 Days, the total Tips amount is Euro 30 per person to be paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tour
The tour cost does not include POE charges The tour cost does not include POE charges
No porterage included
Private airport transfers, Cost of Suggested/Optional Excursions
Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us, minibar, telephone calls, etc.
Meals other than that what is mentioned in your itinerary
TCS

HOTELS USED

STAY FOR 2 NIGHTS AT CENTENNIAL HOTEL TALLINN OR SIMILARHOTEL IN PARIS:HOTEL HAVANE OR SIMILAR(TALLINN)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT SCANDIC MEILAHTI OR SIMILAR(HELSINKI)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT SILJA LINE CRUISE OR SIMILAR(HELSINKI)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT BEST WESTERN PLUS STHLM BROMMA OR SIMILAR(STOCKHOLM)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT THON HOTEL OSLOFJORD OR SIMILAR(OSLO)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT VESTLIA RESORT OR SIMILAR(GEILO)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT QUALITY HOTEL EDVARD GRIEG OR SIMILAR(BERGEN)
STAY FOR 2 NIGHTS AT AC HOTEL BY MARRIOTT BELLA SKY COPENHAGEN OR SIMILAR

CANCELLATION POLICY

The package once booked is refundable and cancellable.
Flight cancellation will be as per airline cancellation policy.
Date of booking to 30 days before travel the cancellation charges will be 10% of the tour cost.
30 to 15 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 50% of the tour cost.
15 to 7 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 75% of the tour cost.
0 to 7 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 100% of the tour cost.
No refund shall be given.
Please note cancellation policy is subject to change. It depends on the hotel policy.

Reservation, Deposit and Full payment

Reservations can be made by you anytime during business operating hours.
A minimum deposit of 50% of the total tour fare or full fare on air component, whichever is higher, is required upon reservation.
Payment of deposit does not constitute the confirmation of the tour.
For Package Tours, full payment is required not less than 14 days prior to departure.
If payment is not received 14 days or less prior to departure, the company reserves the right to forfeit both the deposit and cancel the reservation.
For other tours, full payment is required upon confirmation.

Useful information

Inclusion/Exclusion

INCLUSION

To and Fro Flights Included (into Tallinn out of Copenhagen)
4 Star Accommodation
Daily Continental Breakfast
9 Indian Jain/Vegetarian/Non-Vegetarian Dinners
All Transfers and Tours by Luxury AC Coach
Schengen Visa Charges and Travel
Insurance Included
Guaranteed Schengen Visa Appointments
Services of a English/Hindi Experienced Tour Manager

EXCLUSION

Tipping is expected from anyone providing your service e.g. Coach Driver, Local Guides, etc. It is mandatory to tip a nominal amount of EUR 3 per person/per day. For the entire duration of this tour which is 10 Days, the total Tips amount is Euro 30 per person to be paid to the Tour Manager on Day 01 of the tou
The tour cost does not include POE charges
No porterage included
Private airport transfers, Cost of Suggested/Optional Excursions
Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us, minibar, telephone calls, etc.
Meals other than that what is mentioned in your itinerary
TCS

Hotels Used

STAY FOR 2 NIGHTS AT CENTENNIAL HOTEL TALLINN OR SIMILAR
HOTEL IN PARIS:HOTEL HAVANE OR SIMILAR(TALLINN)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT SCANDIC MEILAHTI OR SIMILAR(HELSINKI)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT SILJA LINE CRUISE OR SIMILAR(HELSINKI)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT BEST WESTERN PLUS STHLM BROMMA OR SIMILAR(STOCKHOLM)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT THON HOTEL OSLOFJORD OR SIMILAR(OSLO)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT VESTLIA RESORT OR SIMILAR(GEILO)
STAY FOR 1 NIGHT AT QUALITY HOTEL EDVARD GRIEG OR SIMILAR(BERGEN)
STAY FOR 2 NIGHTS AT AC HOTEL BY MARRIOTT BELLA SKY COPENHAGEN OR SIMILAR

Payment Terms

Reservations can be made by you anytime during business operating hours.
A minimum deposit of 50% of the total tour fare or full fare on air component, whichever is higher, is required upon reservation.
Payment of deposit does not constitute the confirmation of the tour.
For Package Tours, full payment is required not less than 14 days prior to departure.
If payment is not received 14 days or less prior to departure, the company reserves the right to forfeit both the deposit and cancel the reservation.
For other tours, full payment is required upon confirmation.

Cancellation Policy

The package once booked is refundable and cancellable. Flight cancellation will be as per airline cancellation policy.
Date of booking to 30 days before travel the cancellation charges will be 10% of the tour cost.
30 to 15 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 50% of the tour cost.
15 to 7 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 75% of the tour cost.
0 to 7 days before travel – cancellation charges will be 100% of the tour cost.
No refund shall be given.
Please note cancellation policy is subject to change. It depends on the hotel policy.