Day 01: THURSDAY, ARRIVE COPENHAGEN
Arrival in Copenhagen, transfer arrangements on own to your hotel.
See optional private transfer options below if you wish to add to your booking.
Please consult information bulletin at your hotel. Please be in the hotel’s reception area at 6:00 PM to meet your tour escort and be informed about the upcoming tour.
Accommodation at 4* Scandic Copenhagen Hotel

Day 02: FRIDAY, COPENHAGEN - OSLO VIA OVERNIGHT FERRY
Scandinavian buffet breakfast at hotel. This morning start a 3-hour city sightseeing tour with a local English-speaking guide covering the highlights of "Wonderful Copenhagen", passing the Royal Palace, Nyhavn, Old Stock Exchange, The Little Mermaid, Christiansborg Palace - housing of the Danish Parliament, plus much more. Tour will end back at hotel. Afternoon transfer by coach to DFDS Seaways terminal for your overnight cruise to Oslo, departing at 5:00 PM. Enjoy dinner on own as you cruise gently up the Kattegat on your way to Oslo. There is dancing and entertainment on board, or you may prefer to sit out on deck and watch the sunset. Accommodation is in 2-berth inside cabins with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry your suitcases to and from the cabin

Day 03: SATURDAY, OSLO - GEILO
Breakfast onboard as you sail up the Oslo Fjord. After arrival at 9:30 AM disembark and board your private coach. after disembarkation we board our private coach for a panoramic city sightseeing tour in the Norwegian capital, beautifully situated by a fjord. We will enjoy the view from the Opera house situated right on the Oslo fjord where you will spend some time on the outside terrace area before heading of to Bygdoy Island. The Vigeland’s Park, one of the major Scandinavian cultural treasures, will welcome us with the sculptures of Gustav Vigeland, who dedicated his life to his artistic works. We will also pass by the Royal Palace and the main street, Karl Johan as well. The tour ends downtown, from where  you will be free to explore the Viking capital at your own pace. Some time at leisure Early in the afternoon we continue our journey across Hønefoss, Nesbyen, surrounded by a landscape which alternates with forests of pines and lakes, we arrive in the beautiful Hallingdal Valley. Just a few kilometers away, we will visit Gol followed by Geilo, a small town surrounded by mountains and famous for its Ski resorts.
Dinner and accommodation at 4* Dr Holms Hotel

Day 04: SUNDAY, GEILO - BERGEN
Breakfast at your hotel. This morning you head towards the Hardanger Fjord and make a stop at the Voringfoss, a powerful waterfall that thunders down 597 feet from the Hardanger Plateau. A short drive via Eidfjord to Brimnes, to embark a ferry that will carry us across the Eidfjord, one of the inner fjords part of the Hardanger Fjord. Disembark in Bruravik, we will continue by coach, bordering the fjord, passing by Nordheimsund and crossing forests of birches until we arrive in Bergen. Bergen is the capital of the fjords, Norway’s second largest city and one of the three university cities in the country. In the afternoon, meet the local guide in your hotel, for a city sightseeing tour during which we will see St. Mary’s Church, Haakon’s Hall, the colorful and picturesque fish markets and the old Bryggen area. You may also like to take a journey up on the Floibanen (OPTIONAL), a funicular railway journey that will take you up the mountain side in order to enjoy the most amazing views of Bergen. Evening is at leisure.
Accommodation at 4* Scandic Neptun Hotel

Day 05: MONDAY, BERGEN - STALHEIM
Breakfast at your hotel. Morning is at leisure to further explore the stunning fjord capital of Bergen. Early afternoon departure from Bergen and travel to the historic town of Voss, with a stunning background of snow clad mountains. After a short break the journey continues towards Naeroy valley where your hotel is situated. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the stunning views down the Stalheim Gorge.
Dinner and accommodation at 3* Stalheim Hotel

Day 06: TUESDAY, STALHEIM - FLAM - FAGERNES
Breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast the coach continues down the Naeroy valley to Gudvangen where you embark a ferry that takes you along the Naeroyfjord, one of the narrowest and most popular fjord journeys in Norway. Disembark in the stunning village of Flam where you will have some free time. Here you will have an opportunity to try the Flam Railway (OPTIONAL), one of the most famous and most breathtaking railway journeys in the world. In the afternoon the coach journey continues along the Aurlandfjord, via Aurland and Lærdal. A photo stop is made at the popular Borgund Stave church (entrance not included) before continuing on the last part of the journey to Fagernes.
Dinner and accommodation at 4* Quality Hotel & Resort Fagernes

Day 07: WEDNESDAY, FAGERNES - OSLO
Breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast your travel towards Oslo, leaving the fjords behind you. Early afternoon arrival in Oslo and check-in to your hotel. Afternoon is at leisure to further explore the Norwegian Capitals and why not take a harbor cruise or visit one of the many fantastic Museums (OPTIONAL). Evening is at leisure.
Accommodation at the 4* Thon Hotel Opera

Day 08: THURSDAY, OSLO - STOCKHOLM
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart Oslo and head for Stockholm, passing through Norwegian and Swedish forests, and through the region of Varmland, the home of many legends. Late afternoon arrival to Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, for check- in at your hotel. Evening is at leisure.
Accommodation at 4* Courtyard by Marriott Stockholm Hotel

Day 09: STOCKHOLM
Breakfast at your hotel. Meet your local guide and depart by private coach for your  city sightseeing tour of Stockholm. The city of Stockholm, built on 14 islands, connected by 57 bridges, embraces the unique character of the 13th century Old Town and modern high-tech architecture. Stockholm's islands are bordered by Lake Mälaren in the west and the Baltic Sea in the east where the archipelago with it's 30.000 islands awaits exploration. The capital is a big city with a small town personality. Its handy size and short walking distances makes it easy to cover a lot in a short time. Stockholm is proudly called Beauty on Water and a sightseeing tour including a walk in the Old Town, makes a memorable morning tour. Discover a city of contrasts. Go back 750 years in time and feel the medieval atmosphere of the Old Town "Gamla Stan" as you wander through the narrow streets. The seven hundred year old cathedral of Stockholm, Seat of the archbishop, will be seen during your stroll in the Old Town, where you will also get a chance to see 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.
Accommodation at 4* Courtyard by Marriott Stockholm Hotel

Day 10: SATURDAY, STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI VIA OVERNIGHT FERRY
Breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast at your hotel your morning is at leisure. Afternoon transfer to the pier by private coach and departure on the Tallink Silja overnight ferry, sailing along the Baltic Sea, bound for Helsinki. Buffet dinner will be served on board.
Accommodation is in 2-berth inside Promenade cabins with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry your suitcases to and from the cabin

Day 11: SUNDAY, HELSINKI
Breakfast on board. On arrival in Helsinki, disembarkation before meet & greet by your local English speaking guide for a city sightseeing of the capital of Finland, also known as “The Daughter of the Baltic Sea”. The tour includes the Senate Square, the University and Lutheran Cathedral – all displaying neo-classical architecture of the 1840’s, the colorful Market Square by the sea in the South Harbor, Kaivopuisto Park and 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 – called the “Rock Church” as it is carved into solid rock. The tour ends at your hotel for check-in. Afternoon is at leisure. Evening welcome drink and meeting with new local tour leader for the remainder of the journey into Russia.
Accommodation at 4* Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel

Day 12: MONDAY, HELSINKI
Breakfast at your hotel. This morning is at leisure to further explore the Finnish capital.
The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Seurasaari Open-Air Museum, an oasis in the midst of the city with cottages, farmsteads and manors from all around Finland. The evening is at leisure.
Accommodation at 4* Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel

Day 13: TUESDAY, HELSINKI - ST. PETERSBURG
Breakfast at your hotel. Today the journey goes eastbound to St Petersburg. Shortly after crossing the border into Russia we arrive in Vyborg, where we take time for a short sightseeing tour and a visit to Vyborg Castle (entrance included). Late afternoon arrival in St Petersburg for check-in to your hotel. The evening is at leisure. Accommodation at 4* Hotel Radisson Sonya

Day 14: WEDNESDAY, ST. PETERSBURG TOUR PLUS OPTIONAL TOURS
Breakfast at your hotel. St Petersburg is an amazing city. Its Imperial palaces and museums enjoy worldwide fame, while the Neva River and the many canals have deservedly given the city the title “The Venice of the North”. During the morning sightseeing tour we get acquainted with all the splendors of the city: the Peter-Paul Fortress, the Winter Palace, St Isaac’s Cathedral, the Church of the Bleeding Savior, the Nevsky Convent and much more. The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Peterhof, an uncontested masterpiece of the time of Peter the Great, with the impressive Grand Palace, Grand Cascade and Walter Avenue and its wonderful park.
In the evening enjoy an optional visit to the Nikolaevsky Palace with an exciting Russian folklore show and Russian “Champagne” and snacks.
Accommodation at 4* Hotel Radisson Sonya

Day 15: THURSDAY, ST. PETERSBURG FOR OPTIONAL TOURS
Breakfast at your hotel. Day at leisure or take part in the optional excursions offered; The morning is reserved for an optional excursion to Zarskoye Selo with the impressive Catherine’s Palace and the Amber Room, which vanished during World War II and was restored for St Petersburg’s tri-centennial celebrations.
The afternoon an optional visit to the world-famous Hermitage Museum.
In the evening you may wish to enjoy an optional Russian Dinner at Restaurant Na Zdoroviyel.
Accommodation at 4* Hotel Radisson Sonya

Day 16: FRIDAY, ST. PETERSBURG - MOSCOW
Breakfast at your hotel. This morning is at leisure and why not join in on the optional guided shopping tour to fashion and souvenir boutiques on the Nevsky Prospekt. Around noon you are transferred to the Moscow Railway station and board the Sapsan high-speed train bound for Moscow. The train takes us through endless Russian landscapes along the River Volga. In the late afternoon we arrive in Moscow for check-in at hotel.
Accommodation at 4* Hotel Holiday Inn Lesnaya

Day 17: SATURDAY, MOSCOW FOR OPTIONAL TOURS
Breakfast at your hotel. Moscow, the Mother of Russia, is a genuine Russian city with the Kremlin and its onion domed cathedrals. The dramatic changes over the last decade have made the city to one of the most dynamic metropolis in the world. The morning sightseeing tour includes all the highlights of the vast city: the Red Square with Kremlin, the Theatre Square with Bolshoi Theatre, Sparrow Hills with Moscow University and a visit to one of the the famous Moscow Metro stations. In the afternoon there is an optional excursion to the Kremlin grounds with a visit to the cathedrals. The evening offers and optional excursion with 1.5 hour cruise on the Moscow River.
Accommodation at 4* Hotel Holiday Inn Lesnaya

Day 18: SUNDAY, MOSCOW FOR OPTIONAL TOURS
Breakfast at your hotel. Day at leisure or take part in the option excursions offered; There is an optional excursion to Novidevichy Convent, a 16th century cluster of sparkling domes, one of the city’s most beautiful groups of buildings and full of history and treasures. The adjacent Novodevichy Cemetery is Moscow’s most prestigious resting place after Kremlin. The rest of the day is at leisure to exploring Moscow at own pace.
The evening offers an optional visit to the Old Russian Circus.
Accommodation at 4* Hotel Holiday Inn Lesnaya

Day 19: MONDAY, MOSCOW DEPARTURE
Buffet breakfast at hotel. Transfer on own to Airport for your flight home.
Optional private transfers are available, see below

Price includes:
- 18 nights Copenhagen - Moscow
- 16 nights accommodation including daily buffet breakfasts and 4 dinners as per itinerary, in centrally located moderate/first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities
- Guided tours in dual-language (English & Spanish only) with local guide in Copenhagen, Bergen, Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki, St. Petersburg and Moscow, all entrances included as outlined
- All internal ferry crossings in Norway
- 2-night cruises Copenhagen - Oslo and Stockholm - Helsinki, incl. accommodation in 2-berth cabins with shower/WC, meals as per itinerary. Porter service at both ferries
- Sapsan High-speed train St. Petersburg-Moscow in 2nd class
- Luggage handling at hotels except on arrival and departure days ( Days 01 & 19)
- Bi-lingual tour escort Days 02-18 (English & Spanish only)
- Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats


Price do not include:
- Arrival or departure transfers, see options below
- Beverage & extras
- Required Russian visa, see below
- Any services not listed in program


Optional services & tours available for pre-booking:
Arrival or departure transfers with private car/driver, see options below
Copenhagen arrival USD 169 per person min. 2 persons
Moscow departure USD 75 per person min. 2 persons

Rates listed are per person
- 2 hr Flam railway excursion: USD 90
- 3 hr excursion to the Seurasaari Open-Air Museum: USD 80
- 3 hr visit to the Hermitage Museum: USD 80
- Visit to folklore show at the Nikolaevsky Palace: USD 90
- 4 hr excursion to Peterhof and visit to the Grand Palace: USD 125
- 4 hr excursion to Zarskoye Selo and visit to Catherine’s Palace: USD 105
- Russian Dinner at Restaurant Na Zdrorovie: USD 105
- 3 hr guided shopping tour: USD 60
- 3 hr excursion to Kremlin and visit to the cathedrals: USD 80
- 4 hr excursion to Novodevichy Convent: USD 95
- 3 hr excursion and cruise on the Moscow River: USD 80
- Visit to Old Russian Circus: USD 125

NOTE!! RUSSIAN VISA MUST BE OBTAINED ON OWN. VISIT www.russianembassy.org FOR FEES, DETAILS AND FORMS. WE WILL PROVIDE THE REQUIRED VISA CONFIRMATION LETTER AND VOUCHER ONCE BOOKED AND CONFIRMED. WE NEED COPY OF INFORMATION PAGE OF PASSPORTS ALONG WITH DEPARTURE FLIGHT INFORMATION

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2012 Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:
Tours start in Copenhagen on Thursdays