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SCANDINAVIAN PANORAMA

 

IMAGES OF CAPITALS AND FJORDS

11 days /10 nights,  Copenhagen - Cruise to Oslo - Hardanger Fjord -

Bergen - Aurlands & Naeroyfjord Cruise - Sogne Fjord -

Balestrand - Jostedal Glacier - Geiranger Fjord - Lom - Lillehammer - Oslo

Guaranteed Departures: Saturdays, June 17, 24 / July 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 / Aug 05, 12

An excellent combination of capitals, colorful cities, cruises and magnificent fjords! After visiting the highlights of Copenhagen, sail on the fabulous DFDS Seaways ship into the Oslo Fjord. Explore Oslo with the famous Vigeland Sculpture Park, Holmenkollen and the Viking Ships. Your journey into the fjord region includes three magnificent fjords, the idyllic Hardanger Fjord, captivated by the snow-covered Hardanger Vidda mountain plateau. Enjoy the colorful Hanseatic city of Bergen, where you will visit the Fish and Flower Market, and ride the funicular to Mt. Fløyen.  Cruise on the Aurlandsfjord, the Naeroyfjord, and the Sogne Fjord  to the fjord village of Balestrand. Stay at the historic Kvikne's Hotel, dating back to 1877. Continue to the magnificent Geiranger Fjord with powerful waterfalls "Seven Sister" and " Bridal Veil" cascading down the sheer mountain cliffs. Gasp in awe at the splendor of unspoiled nature, pristine wilderness and the pure clean air working it's magic on you! Enjoy the legends of fjords, mountains, waterfalls and glaciers, along with the bustling and colorful life of the Viking capitals.

 

Day 1 ARRIVAL COPENHAGEN (D)
Arrive Copenhagen Kastrup Airport. Transfer to hotel in connection with individual flight arrivals. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel. (For tours starting on June 17 and July 15, dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Royal Hotel).

Day 2 COPENHAGEN (B, D)

The day starts with a 3 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg Palace (Danish Parliament Buildings), Gefion Fountain, Nyhavn, and of course the famous Little Mermaid. Afternoon free for exploring this fairytale city. In the evening you will be taken to dinner at the Tivoli Gardens. Accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.

(For tours starting on June 17 and July 15, accommodation at Radisson SAS Royal Hotel).

Day 3 COPENHAGEN - OSLO (B, D)

Morning free in Copenhagen. Possibility to visit the Carlsberg Glyptothek or the popular pedestrian shopping street - Strøget. Afternoon transfer by coach from hotel to DFDS Seaways terminal for your overnight cruise by ferry to Oslo, departing at 17.00 hrs. Enjoy your first Scandinavian smörgåsbord dinner as you sail slowly up the Kattegat. Accommodation in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC. We recommend you to bring an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcases to and from your cabin.

 



Day 4 OSLO (B, D)

A delicious buffet breakfast is being served as you cruise along the enchanting Oslo Fjord. Arrival in Oslo at 09.15 hrs, followed by 3 hours guided tour of the Norwegian capital. You will visit the world-famous Viking Ships, the Polar exploration ship Fram, and the impressive Vigeland Sculpture Park. This will be followed by an excursion to Holmenkollen for a birdseye view of the city and fjord far below. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel, a modern first class hotel centrally located near the Royal Palace.

Day 5 OSLO  (B, D)

Day free in Oslo. We can recommend a visit to the National Gallery, which contains paintings of Edward Munch and other famous Norwegian artists. The bustling Aker Brygge Harbour, the Akershus Fortress, and other popular attractions are all within walking distance of your hotel. Your tour escort will assist you in planning your day. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.
 


Day 6 OSLO - BERGEN (B, L, D)

After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving to the mountain resort of Geilo for a delicious buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. The tour continues across the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau, stopping at Fossli to admire Norway’s highest waterfall, Vøringsfoss, with a vertical drop of 180 m. Descend to the lovely Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry crossing, before continuing via Voss and Dale to Bergen, capital of Western Norway and Gateway to the Fjords. Dinner and accommodation at Clarion Hotel Admiral, perfectly located overlooking the old Bryggen Harbour in the heart of the city.

Day 7 BERGEN - BALESTRAND (B, L, D)

After buffet breakfast, start of panorama tour of Bergen, including the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled warehouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløyen, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Lunch at Bryggeloftet Restaurant, close to the harbour. After lunch departure from Bergen to the town of Voss. Stop to view the enchanting Tvindefoss Waterfall, believed to be the source of eternal youth. Continue by coach across the Vika Mountains to Vangsnes for the short ferry crossing to the beautiful resort of Balestrand. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel, superbly located on the banks of the fjord and surrounded by mountains.
 


Day 8 BALESTRAND – A DAY IN THE FJORDS (B, L, D)

The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. After breakfast departure by coach for the short drive to Slinde, where you go on board Robinson Scandinavia’s own sightseeing boat M/S Lady Elisabeth. 10.30 hrs.: Start of more than 2 hours cruise along the splendid Sogne Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. From the sun deck or the comfortable lounge, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife. Cruise along the narrow and winding Nærøy Fjord to disembark in the village of Gudvangen. Lunch in Gudvangen. After lunch ascend by coach to Stalheim for breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain peaks and Stalheim Canyon. The tour continues via the picturesque villages of Flåm and Aurland, passing through the newly constructed Lærdals tunnel towards the town of Sogndal. Drive along the beautiful northern shore of the Sogne Fjord, crossing the fjord once more by ferry from Hella to Dragsvik, to arrive back in Balestrand in late afternoon. Buffet dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Day 9 BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER FJORD (B, L, D)
After breakfast departure from your hotel by ferry, for a one hour’s cruise along the fjord to Fjærland. Continue by coach along the scenic route, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei. Descend to the beautiful Nord Fjord, making a detour at Olden to visit the world-famous Briksdal Glacier. The journey up to the glacier will be made in open cars to give you the best of views. Afterwards a typical Norwegian lunch will be served in sight of the glacier. During the afternoon the tour continues via Loen and Stryn, to the picturesque village of Hellesylt. From here you go on board the ferry for the one hour’s cruise along the spectacular Geiranger Fjord, possibly the most impressive of all the Norwegian fjords. During the cruise you will pass close by some magnificent waterfalls, such as the Bridal Veil and the Seven Sisters. Dinner and accommodation at the excellent Union Hotel, overlooking the Geiranger Fjord.



Day 10 GEIRANGER - OSLO (B, L, D)
More magnificent scenery today, as your tour crosses first the Grotli Mountains to Lom, then following Lake Vågå, descends the remarkable Gudbrandsdalen Valley, well known for its old farmsteads and beautiful river, to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Lunch at Rica Victoria Hotel. After lunch time to visit the Olympia Park, before continuing alongside Lake Mjøsa, to arrive back in Oslo during the early evening. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.

 

Day 11 OSLO DEPARTURE (B)

For guests on 10 night tour Copenhagen - Oslo, this ends after breakfast, with transfers to Oslo Gardermoen Airport to connect with individual flight departures.

 

 

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Departure Dates 2006

June 17, 24

July 01, 08, 15, 22, 29
Aug 05, 12

 

Prices in US Dollars

Scandinavian Panorama, 11 days

Tour code

Copenhagen Oslo per person
SP10CO617 June 17 June 27 2,625
SP10CO624 June 24 July 04 2,695
SP10CO701 July 01 July 11 2,695
SP10CO708 July 08 July 18 2,695
SP10CO715 July 15 July 25 2,695
SP10CO722 July 22 Aug 01 2,695
SP10CO729 July 29 Aug 08 2,695
SP10CO805 Aug 05 Aug 15 2,695
SP10CO812 Aug 12 Aug 22 2,695
Single Supplement 685

Included

  • 9 nights centrally located first class hotels

  • All rooms with private facilities

  • Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily

  • 1 overnight cruise in 2-berth outside cabin, buffet dinner and breakfast on board

  • 5 x Luncheons on days 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10

  • 9 x Dinners

  • Entrance to Tivoli Gardens for dinner on day 2

  • First class motor coach transportation

  • 3 hours guided tours of Copenhagen

  • 3 hours guided tours of Oslo

  • Bergen City Tour, 3 hours w/guide

  • Ride on the Fløybanen Funicular

  • 2 hours cruise of Aurland, Nærøy & Sogne Fjords

  • 1 hour cruise on the Fjærland

  • Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier

  • 1 hour cruise on the Geiranger Fjord

  • All ferry crossings

  • Luggage assistance at all hotels (1 piece per person)

  • Tour escort throughout

  • Transfer airport/hotel on first and last day. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour program may incur a supplement.

  • Taxes & services

Not Included

  • Airfare 

  • Gratuities

  • Personal insurance / personal items

  • Alcoholic beverages

  • $ 25 Service fee

Add-ons: Tour Options

  • Option to continue tour to Stockholm, 13 days

  • Option to continue tour to Stockholm and Helsinki, 15 days

Please note:

These tours are organized by our Associate Partners in Copenhagen. In order to offer a greater variety of tour options, the programs allow for participants to join or depart from the tour in various transit locations. We do hope that the possible change of group participants does not cause any inconvenience.

 

Please inquire about our favorable air fares on SAS

 

List of Hotels

Night 1 & 2

Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel

Copenhagen / Denmark

Tours starting on June 17 and July 15, dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Royal Hotel

Night 3

DFDS Seaways, outside cabin

Night 4 & 5

Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel

Oslo / Norway

Night 6

Clarion Hotel Admiral

Bergen / Norway

Night 7 & 8

Kvikne's Hotel

Balestrand / Norway

Night 9

Union Hotel

Geiranger / Norway

Night 10

Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel

Oslo / Norway

 

 

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