Country Roads of Scandinavia - Small Group
Tour Type: Regional
Brochure Type Europe & Britain Premium 2025 v1
Treat your senses to a tour of Scandinavia's towering mountains, crystalline fjords and Viking history on this immersive itinerary. Admire the spires and ramparts of Akershus Castle in Oslo, the humming seaside economy of the Bergen Fish Markets and Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid in Copenhagen. Journey on the Flåm railway through the mountain pass to Myrdal and onwards to Bergen. The delights of the Fjords are front and center on the Lysefjord Cruise, with panoramic views and a close encounter with the iconic, 2000-foot tall, Pulpit Rock. In Denmark, pause for a little local dining in Aalborg where a farm-to-table feast of Danish delicacies is whipped up from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Across the Jutland Peninsula on the island of Fyn, the Hans Christian Andersen House tells the story of the famous fairytale writer?charting his life, loves and travels.
Additional Included Highlights
Brochure Type Europe & Britain Premium 2025 v1
Treat your senses to a tour of Scandinavia's towering mountains, crystalline fjords and Viking history on this immersive itinerary. Admire the spires and ramparts of Akershus Castle in Oslo, the humming seaside economy of the Bergen Fish Markets and Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid in Copenhagen. Journey on the Flåm railway through the mountain pass to Myrdal and onwards to Bergen. The delights of the Fjords are front and center on the Lysefjord Cruise, with panoramic views and a close encounter with the iconic, 2000-foot tall, Pulpit Rock. In Denmark, pause for a little local dining in Aalborg where a farm-to-table feast of Danish delicacies is whipped up from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Across the Jutland Peninsula on the island of Fyn, the Hans Christian Andersen House tells the story of the famous fairytale writer?charting his life, loves and travels.
Additional Included Highlights
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
- If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, y
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- Oslo Join your Travel Director and fellow guests at 1730, to enjoy a Welcome Dinner with wine.
- Odense Visit St Canute's Cathedral and hear tales of Canute, Denmark's last Viking king and first saint.
- Odense Be enchanted by the tales of Hans Christian Andersen's life when you visit the museum dedicated to his life and works.
- 2 Dinner with Wine (DW)
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 11 Breakfast (B)
- Lyngdal Tour the Wild Salmon Center with a biologist guide, learn about protecting salmon populations and the local ecosystem.
- Copenhagen For your Celebration Dinner enjoy a meal at Cofoco, a restaurant leading the way in minimizing food waste and acting for a sustainable future.
- Kristiansand Sail across the Skagerrak as you cross from Kristiansand to Hirsthals.
- Odense Be enchanted by the tales of Hans Christian Andersen's life when you visit the museum dedicated to his life and works.
- Bergen With your Local Expert, see the many colorful stalls of the lively Fish Market and marvel at the 13th century Haakon's Hall.
- Kristiansand During your orientation with your Travel Director, walk the city center and see the Dom Kirke and Nupen Fountain.
- Flam Railway Journey on one of the world's steepest railways through tunnels that spiral in and out of the mountainside of the narrow Flåm Valley.
- Odense Kongernes Jelling - Home of the Viking Kings visit uses lighting, sound and imaginative special effects bringing to life Viking adventure stories from 1000 years ago.
- Odense Visit St Canute's Cathedral and hear tales of Canute, Denmark's last Viking king and first saint.
- Oslo Take a moment to contemplate the interesting Vigeland sculptures when you visit Frogner Park.
- Hardangervidda Pass through the National Park known for its beautiful arctic tundra.
- 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.
- Stavanger Fjord hop from Bergen to Stavanger.
- Copenhagen With your Local Expert, view Christiansborg Palace and the cathedral where the Crown Prince of Denmark married Princess Mary. You'll also see Rosenborg Castle, Amalienborg Palace and the unusual Rundertaarn, which is the oldest functioning Obs
- Oslo With your Local Expert, see Akershus Castle, Oslo Harbor and the Royal Palace.
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
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- Tour Operator
- Insight Vacations
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2025
- Duration
- 12 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Oslo | Welcome to Oslo: Your adventure begins in Norways Capital, Oslo. In the evening, join your Travel Director and fellow guests to enjoy a Welcome Dinner with wine. Accommodations: Thon Hotel Opera, Oslo. |
| Day 2 | Oslo | Cosmopolitan Oslo Relaxed Start: Sightseeing with a Local Expert includes views of Akershus Castle and the Royal Palace. Walk around the Opera House and marvel at the stricking contemporary architecture of the new Bjorvika district. Wander through Frogner Park, with its intriguing sculptures by Gustav Vigeland. The afternoon is at your leisure to continue exploring as you wish. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to the most modern ski jump in the world? Maybe explore City Hall where the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony is held, or walk upon the famous architecture of Oslo Opera House. Accommodations: Thon Hotel Opera, Oslo. |
| Day 3 | Ullensvang | Oslo - Ullensvang: Journey across the Hardanger Plateau, Europe's greatest mountain plateau and the largest national park in the Nordic countries, before arriving at your hotel in Ullensvang. Accommodations: Ullensvang Hotel. |
| Day 4 | Bergen | Ullensvang - Flåm - Bergen Relaxed Start: Travel to the Nærøyfjord for the opportunity to visit Viking Valley and cruise this UNESCO listed fjord on an Optional Experience. After, continue to the coastal city of Bergen by a traditional train of the Flåm railway. Journey from the shores of the Aurlandsfjord on one of the world's steepest railways through tunnels that spiral in and out of the mountainside. And breathe in the fresh mountain air while you drink in the views of the rushing waterfalls, glacial rivers and verdant scenery. This evening join your Travel Director at a Local Restaurant for Dinner. Accommodations: Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz, Bergen. |
| Day 5 | Bergen | The Hanseatic port of Bergen Relaxed Start: A Local Expert introduces you to Bergen. The ancient Hanseatic port city still largely looks to the sea for its living, as evidenced by the picturesque and lively Fish Market, set in a charming location in the heart of the city. The market also has stalls selling a colorful variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, handicrafts and souvenirs. After seeing the 13th century Haakon's Hall, there will be time to explore all that this exciting town has to offer. Perhaps you might like to visit the home of composer Edvard Grieg, before ascending Mount Fløyen by the only funicular in Scandinavia. Accommodations: Thon Hotel Rosenkrantz, Bergen. |
| Day 6 | Stavanger | A Coastline Like No Other Relaxed Start: Travel along this incredible coastline and sail across fjords passing an abundance of islands. Arrive in Stavanger, one of Norway's oldest cities founded almost 900 years ago. The city has continued to evolve with changing times and now is the headquarters of the Norwegian oil industry, Stavanger is a fusion of old world charm and cosmopolitan flair. Accommodations: Thon Hotel Maritim, Stavanger |
| Day 7 | Kristiansand | Lyngdal and Kristiansand: In Lyngdal, tour the Wild Salmon Center with a biologist guide, learn about protecting salmon populations and the local ecosystem. Observe the majestic fish in their own environment, via a unique indoor 'staircase' and viewing area. Relax and enjoy the scenic drive around the southern cape of Norway. Upon arrival in Kristiansand, your orientation walk of the city Center will show you the Dom Kirke and the Nupen Fountain. Savor a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. Accommodations: Thon Hotel Parken, Kristiansand. |
| Day 8 | Aalborg | Kristiansand to Aalborg: Say farewell to Norway as you sail across the Skagerrak to Hirtshals, Denmark. Your journey continues to Aalborg, Denmark's forth largest city. This evening, we will join for dinner in a local restaurant. Accommodations: Comwell Hvide Hus Aalborg |
| Day 9 | Odense | Journey to Odense: A vibrant mix of youthful energy and a blast from the past makes Aarhus a city with an energetic pulse. Join your Travel Director for an orientation of the city center. See the City Hall, ARoS Aarhus Art Museum - topped with an immense and interactive artwork - and Dokk1, the largest public library in Scandinavia. En route to Odense, you will stop at Denmark's first UNESCO World Heritage Site in the town of Jelling, visiting the Home of the Viking Kings Museum. Then cross the Jutland Peninsula to the town of Odense, on the island of Fyn. Accommodations: Comwell H C Andersen Odense |
| Day 10 | Copenhagen | Odense and the Fairytales of Fyn Relaxed Start: Visit Odense with Insight Choice. Choose to visit the Hans Christian Andersen House, a museum dedicated to his life and works. Learn all about the famous fairytale writer as you follow his career, travels and love life. Alternatively, visit St Canute's Cathedral and hear tales of Canute, Denmark's first royal saint. Accommodations: Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen. |
| Day 11 | Copenhagen | Wonderful Copenhagen Relaxed Start: Meet your Local Expert and pay a visit to Hans Christian Andersen's iconic Little Mermaid statue. Later, see Christiansborg Palace, Rosenborg Castle, Amalienborg Palace, the Renaissance Stock Exchange, the unusual Round Tower and Copenhagen Cathedral, where the Crown Prince of Denmark married Princess Mary. The afternoon is at your leisure. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience at our hand-picked restaurant and enjoy a delicious Celebration Dinner of sustainable ingredients, as you toast to the end of your Scandinavian adventure. Accommodations: Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen. |
| Day 12 | Copenhagen | Depart Copenhagen: Your trip comes to an end this morning. Accommodations: |
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