Timeless Scandinavia
Timeless Scandinavia
Timeless Scandinavia
12 Days Starting in Copenhagen and ending in Oslo
Visiting: Copenhagen, Vittaryd, Gothenburg, Lake Vattern, Stockholm, Bergen, Flam Railway, Geiranger, Lillehammer, Oslo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
G240ZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-0
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
Take in splendid Copenhagen and see Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid alongside your Local Expert. Experience a true taste of Swedish culture as you dine at the Fotografiska Museum restaurant in Stockholm—a recipient of the prestigious Michelin Sustainability Emblem, honoring the delicious and organic meals served. Across the border in Norway, the Geiranger Fjord adventure showcases the world famous beauty of the pristine fjords. Choose either to get up close with cascading waterfalls on a boat tour, or enjoy an exciting RIB boat ride through the crystal clear waters.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Copenhagen
Location: Copenhagen
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 71 Nyhavn Hotel, Copenhagen.
Meals Included: Dinner
Your Scandinavia tour begins by private transfer to the canal-side boutique hotel before dinner at the award-winning Høst Restaurant.
Day 2: Highlights Of Copenhagen Relaxed Start
Location: Copenhagen
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 71 Nyhavn Hotel, Copenhagen.
Meals Included: Breakfast
A Local Expert unlocks treasures from the Little Mermaid to the Rosenborg Castle. Visit the Museum of the Amalienborg Palaces or the Torvehallerne food market sampling smørrebrød, the famous open-faced sandwich. Feel like you���ve stepped back in time at Tivoli’s enchanting amusement park.
Day 3: Scenic Vittaryd Relaxed Start
Location: Copenhagen, Vittaryd
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Toftaholm Herrgård, Vittaryd.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Savor a Relaxed Start with the option of breakfast-in-bed room service. Cross into Sweden on the Øresund Bridge and tunnel, the longest combined road and rail bridge in Europe. Check in to your 19th-century manor hotel in the Småland countryside.
Day 4: Cross-Country To Stockholm
Location: Vittaryd, Gothenburg, Lake Vattern, Stockholm
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hôtel Reisen by Hyatt.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy stunning views of Lake Vättern en route to your 5-star luxury hotel, Hôtel Reisen in Stockholm. You are invited to attend one of Scandinavia’s most visited maritime museums, displaying the almost fully intact 17th-century Vasa warship. On this VIP after-hours visit, you will be warmly welcomed by a Local Expert on your private museum tour.
Day 5: Highlights Of Stockholm
Location: Stockholm
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hôtel Reisen by Hyatt.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Begin your sightseeing by viewing 18 million mosaic tiles of gold and colored glass glimmer at City Hall's dazzling Gyllene salen, the Golden Hall. Then step into the Blå hallen, site of the prestigious yearly Nobel Prize banquets before exploring the cobbled streets of the Old Town. Afterwards, explore the photography museum. Dine at the Fotografiska Restaurant, honored with the Michelin Sustainability Emblem.
Day 6: Majestic Bergen
Location: Stockholm, Bergen
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Bergen Børs Hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Fly to Norway’s historic port city of Bergen. Be delighted by rows of primary-colored wooden houses set against a backdrop of deep fjords and green hills before indulging in dinner, perhaps feasting on local seafood.
Day 7: Edvard Grieg's Bergen Relaxed Start
Location: Bergen
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Bergen Børs Hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast
A Local Expert shares the sights and tastes of Bergen at the local Fish Market. Explore a former royal residence, Håkon's Hall before visiting Troldhaugen, the former summer home of renowned composer and pianist Edvard Grieg, where young artists bring passion and creativity to classic works.
Day 8: The Flåm Railway And Geiranger
Location: Bergen, Flam Railway, Geiranger
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Union Geiranger (Fjord view room).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Wind alongside snow-covered peaks, thundering waterfalls, dramatic fjords and red clapboard houses on the stunning Flåm Railway. Arrive in Geiranger at your hotel perched against a backdrop of fjords and mountains.
Day 9: Fjord Adventure Relaxed Start
Location: Geiranger
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Union Geiranger (Fjord view room).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Indulge in another Relaxed Start before personalising your day with a nature-focused fjord cruise introducing you to Geirangerfjord's magnificent peaks and waterfalls, or an exciting RIB boat getting you close to cascading waterfalls of the Seven Sisters and the Suitor. Enjoy Norwegian hospitality during a visit to a traditional farmhouse preserved to represent life as it was 100 years ago. Meet with the owners Annette & Willy on a private tour of a traditional Moll Farm with exquisite mountainous views.
Day 10: Cross-Country To Oslo
Location: Geiranger, Lillehammer, Oslo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Bristol, Norway.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take in spectacular countryside and explore the Olympic town of Lillehammer en route to Oslo.
Day 11: Highlights Of Oslo Relaxed Start
Location: Oslo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Bristol, Norway.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
See the medieval spires and ramparts of Oslo’s Akershus Fortress, the opulent Royal Palace, and stroll Frogner Park. Opt for a backstage tour of Oslo Opera House or take a bike ride before toasting your stylish Scandinavian journey at Oslo's renowned Grand Café restaurant.
Day 12: Farewell Oslo
Location: Oslo
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Conclude your Copenhagen to Oslo luxury tour with a private transfer to Oslo Airport for your onward journey.
What's Included
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Meals
Meals are included as detailed in the itinerary.
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Additional Services
Personal radio headsets are provided for tours with 15 or more guests, seamless baggage handling at hotels, and complimentary Wi-Fi on coaches and in hotels where available.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold.
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Fully Guided
You will be escorted by a Travel Concierge, serving as your expert guide and organizer.
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Dining Summary
The tour includes 7 dinners and 11 breakfasts.
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Additional Included Highlights
Enjoy seamless personal assistance, exclusive reservations, transportation, and Local Expert Guides in select destinations.
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Curated Experiences
Experience life on a traditional Moll farm in Geiranger with Norwegian delicacies.
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Magnificent Stays
Stay at the Hotel Union Geiranger with upgraded rooms and breathtaking fjord scenery.
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Passport Moments
Explore Copenhagen, cross the Oresund Bridge, visit the Vasa Museum in Stockholm, and more.
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Personalise your day
Choose from activities like visiting the Amalienborg Palaces, Torvehallerne food market, or a RIB boat experience in Geiranger.
What's Not Included
International travel to and from the destination is not included.
Dining Summary
- 7 Dinner (D)
- 11 Breakfast (B)
Additional Included Highlights
- Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
- In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level. ?
- Included at all hotels.
- Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
- Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
- On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.?
- Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.
- Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
Curated Experiences
- Geiranger: In the afternoon, experience life on a traditional Moll farm as you are welcomed into a series of Norwegian farm houses, which have been preserved to represent life there more than 100 years ago. Take in the exquisite mountainous views as your hosts tell you all about life on the farm, accompanied by traditional Norwegian delicacies.
Magnificent Stays
- Geiranger: There is no better scenic location, than the Hotel Union Geiranger. Luxury Gold guests enjoy upgraded rooms set against a fabulous backdrop of breathtaking fjord scenery and mountains.
Passport Moments
- Copenhagen: Explore this modern seafront city with your Local Expert, home to the happiest people in the world. See Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid on the harbor and the imposing Christiansborg Palace, where parliament sits.
- Copenhagen: Make the most of the long summer nights at the glittering Tivoli Gardens, the world-famous entertainment park, full of fantasy, fun and charm.
- Oresund Bridge: Cross this magnificent feat of engineering that links Denmark and Sweden in spectacular fashion. Join the millions who have traversed the longest road and rail bridge in Europe since June 2000, and spot the artificial island with its unique ecosystem.
- Vattern: As you journey across the stunning Swedish countryside, take a moment to admire the serene beauty of this picturesque lake, mentioned in Samuel Johnson's 'The Idler.' The water here is so fresh that you can drink it from any point.
- Stockholm: Visit the Vasa Museum for a VIP exclusive after-hours visit. This fascinating museum houses the world-famous Vasa Galleon, the world's best preserved 17th century warship that was salvaged after 333 years on the sea bed near Stockholm.
- Stockholm: With a Local Expert, step inside the City Hall where the fabulous Gyllene salen, the Golden Hall, is covered by 18 million gilded mosaic tiles. You'll also see the Blå hallen, the Blue Hall, where the Nobel Prize banquets are held.
- Bergen: Your Local Expert will guide you through the lively fish market and its many stalls of handicrafts and souvenirs, before you have the chance to marvel at the 13th century Haakon's Hall, a former royal residence still in use for cultural events.
- Bergen: You're invited to visit Troldhaugen, the former summer home of renowned composer Edvard Grieg. See the villa where he dreamed up his Romantic-era masterpieces.
- Flam Railway: Renowned as one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world, the Flåm railway takes you on a thrilling ride 866 meters up the mountainside to Myrdal station. Admire spectacular scenery as you weave in and out of tunnels and past dramatic waterfalls.
- Lillehammer: Pause on your journey to have a wander around the ski resort town of Lillehammer. Known for the 1994 and 2016 Winter Olympics, sports fans can see the famous ski jump and there are also a number of attractive late 19th century wooden houses on the walk.
- Oslo: Stroll around the pristine city of Oslo with your Local Expert to see the medieval Akershus Castle, constructed in the late 13th century. Stroll along Oslo Harbor and see the Royal Palace presiding over the main shopping street, Karls Johan.
- Oslo: Your Local Expert will guide you through the wonderful Frogner Park, where over 200 intriguing sculptures by local artist Gustav Vigeland can be seen. The baroque park is also home to Frogner Manor, a former meeting hotspot for the high society figures of Oslo.
Personalise your day
- Copenhagen: Join your Local Expert for a visit to the Amalienborg Palaces, home to the Danish royal family and Crown Prince. These four identical palaces frame an octagonal courtyard where the changing of the guard ceremony takes place daily at noon.
- Copenhagen: Visit the Torvehallerne food market with a Local Expert and try smørrebrød, the famed open faced sandwich and a delicious Danish pastry.
- Geiranger: Enjoy an adrenaline-filled RIB boat experience.
- Geirangerfjord: Embark on an adrenaline-fuelled, fun and informative boat ride as you take a closer look at cascading waterfalls and remote mountain farms.
- Oslo: Visit the modern Oslo Opera House and learn about its architecture, stage technology and get a glimpse behind the scenes and find out what happens before the curtain rises.
- Oslo: Take part in a scenic bike ride through the lesser know areas of Oslo. Cycle the Askerselva River Path and admire the street art, discover the city waterfalls and visit the trendy neighborhoods of Grunerløkka and Sørenga.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with private transfers, a scenic journey across the Øresund Bridge, a flight to Bergen, and the breathtaking Flåm Railway, ensuring seamless and comfortable transportation throughout your Scandinavian adventure.
Accommodation
Experience luxury at its finest with stays at the 71 Nyhavn Hotel in Copenhagen, Toftaholm Herrgård in Vittaryd, Hôtel Reisen by Hyatt in Stockholm, Bergen Børs Hotel, and Hotel Union Geiranger with fjord views, culminating at Hotel Bristol in Oslo.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of dining experiences can I expect on the Timeless Scandinavia tour?
The tour offers exceptional dining experiences, including a Welcome Dinner at Høst in Copenhagen, a sustainability-driven dinner at the Fotografiska Museum Restaurant in Stockholm, a local seafood dinner in Bergen, and a farewell dinner at Oslo's renowned Grand Café.
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Are airport transfers included in the Timeless Scandinavia tour?
Yes, complimentary airport transfers are included on the start and end dates of the tour, as well as when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold.
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What unique experiences are included in the Timeless Scandinavia tour?
The tour includes unique experiences such as a VIP after-hours visit to the Vasa Museum in Stockholm, a scenic ride on the Flåm Railway, and a visit to Troldhaugen, the former summer home of composer Edvard Grieg.
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What activities are available in Geiranger during the tour?
In Geiranger, you can choose between a nature-focused fjord cruise or an exciting RIB boat ride to explore the magnificent peaks and waterfalls of Geirangerfjord. You will also visit a traditional farmhouse to experience Norwegian hospitality.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on the Timeless Scandinavia tour?
The tour includes stays at luxurious hotels such as the 71 Nyhavn Hotel in Copenhagen, Toftaholm Herrgård in Vittaryd, Hôtel Reisen by Hyatt in Stockholm, Bergen Børs Hotel, and Hotel Union Geiranger with fjord view rooms.
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Is there a guided component to the Timeless Scandinavia tour?
Yes, the tour is fully guided by a Travel Concierge who serves as your expert guide and organizer throughout the journey.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.
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Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?
We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.
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What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?
A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.
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Who travels with Luxury Gold?
We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.
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What is the role of the Well-Being Director?
Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.
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