Day 01: Bergen, Norway
Arrive Bergen and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is yours to relax following your journey or to begin exploring the charming city of Bergen independently. Radisson SASDay 02: Bergen
3-hour walking tour of Bergen. Visit old Bryggen Harbor and the popular Fish & Flower Market. Continue to the Hanseatic Quarter, named for the Hanseatic League that dominated northern European trade during the late Middle Ages. Visit the Mariakirken Church with its Romanesque entrance and twin towers, which dates from the early 12th century and is Bergen’s oldest building. Then take a ride on the funicular railway to Mt. Fløien for breathtaking views of the city and fjord far below. The afternoon is free for you to continue exploring Bergen on your own. Radisson SAS (B)Day 03: Bergen – Sogne Fjord – Balestrand
Morning at leisure. Early afternoon you will board a cruise from Bergen north along the coast, continuing eastward through Sogne Fjord to Balestrand. Upon arrival in Balestrand, your hotel will arrange to pick up your luggage. The walk to Kviknes Hotel is about 75 meters (250 feet). The balance of the day is at leisure. Radisson SAS (B)Day 04: Balestrand – Sogne Fjord – Flam – Myrdal – Oslo
This morning embark on a cruise continuing further eastward along Sogne Fjord and south to the town of Flåm. Board the Flåm Mountain Railway, an engineering wonder that climbs 865 meters (2830 feet) along a 20 km (12 mile) route to Myrdal, passing thundering waterfalls and breathtaking scenery along the way. In Myrdal, connect with the scenic train to Oslo. Upon arrival in Oslo you will be met and transferred to your hotel... at the very hub of Oslo's bustling life and activity, only a short walk from museums, concert halls and theatres. Hotel Continental Oslo (B)Day 05: Oslo
3-hour tour of the Norwegian capital. View the world-famous Viking Ships, the Kon-Tiki raft, and the Polar exploration ship Fram, each representing unique episodes of Norway’s maritime history. Tour the impressive Vigeland Sculpture Park, an extraordinary open-air showcase of work by Norway’s best-loved sculptor, Gustav Vigeland. Continue to the Holmenkollen Ski Jump for a birds-eye view of the city and fjord far below.The afternoon is at leisure. Hotel Continental Oslo (B)Day 06: Oslo – Stockholm, Sweden
Transfer to the Oslo central train station, where you board a 1st class train to Stockholm. On arrival in Stockholm you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Stockholm is a striking city that seems to float on water – part of it is built on a series of islands. It's been likened to Venice, with its location by the sea, its waterways and pedestrian-friendly bridges. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Grand Hotel (B)Day 07: Stockholm
Half-day tour of Stockholm. Stroll through the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. Sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, and Royal Theatre. A highlight of the tour is a visit to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Halls, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year. This afternoon you are free to continue exploring the cosmopolitan city of Stockholm independently. You may wish to visit the excellent Vasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Grand Hotel (B)Day 08: Stockholm – Silja Line Cruise
The morning is yours to enjoy at leisure in Stockholm. This afternoon transfer to the pier for embarkation on a luxurious Silja Line cruise to Helsinki. The cruise departs from Stockholm at 5:00 pm, sailing slowly down the delightful Stockholm archipelago past numerous small islands. Silja Serenade or Silja Symphony (B,D)Day 09: Silja Line Cruise – Helsinki, Finland
Cruise into Helsinki. Upon disembarkation, your guide will meet you at the pier to begin a tour of Helsinki. Visit Senaatintori (Senate Square), Parliament House and Finlandia Hall. Continue to Sibelius Park and view the Sibelius monument, a modern sculpture created to honor Finland’s most famous composer, Jean Sibelius. Also visit the Underground Temple. The afternoon is yours to enjoy. Hotel Kamp or Radisson SAS Plaza Hotel (B)Day 10: Helsinki – Depart
Transfer to the airport for your departing international flight. (B)
