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Boats, trains, and
horse-drawn buggies help you discover this magical
region. From the scenic harbors of Copenhagen, the
breathtaking fjords of Norway, and the charm and beauty
of Stockholm - experience the majesty that is
Scandinavia. In Copenhagen, you'll visit the fantasy
world of Tivoli Gardens and tour this culturally rich
city. In Norway, take a scenic train ride to Myrdal for
an unforgettable trip along the famed Flam Railway - a
12-mile journey that passes mighty waterfalls and
amazing fjords. Visit Lillehammer, site of the 1994
Winter Olympics; meet local farmers at Annexstad Farm:
and in Oslo, enjoy touring the city and visiting the
Viking Ship Museum and Norwegian Folk Museum.
- Savor Swedish cuisine at
Fem Sma Hus as you dine in a charming 17th century cellar
furnished like a private castle.
- Visit Annexstad Farm for a glimpse at Scandinavian farm
life 100 yrs old.
- Behold the serene Briksdal Glacier,
considered one of the most beautiful glaciers in Norway.
- Stroll the streets of Old town on a
walking tour of Stockholm.
- Enjoy a visit to the amazing Briksdal
Glacier.
 Day
1: Overnight Flight
Day 2: Stockholm, Sweden - Tour Begins
Your tour begins today in Stockholm with leisure time to
explore this beautiful city. Tonight, enjoy a welcome
dinner in the old town at Fem Sma Hus, 5 connected
timber-framed houses from the 17th century that capture
the flavor of a bygone era. (D)
Day 3: Stockholm
Begin your day with a tour of Stockholm's city sights,
showcasing the city's greatest vistas and attractions.
Visit City Hall, stroll through the Gamla Stan (Old
Town) and see the Riddarholm Church, the Royal Palace,
and the Parliament. Visit the unique Vasa Ship Museum
and learn about its shocking maiden voyage, when it sank
in one nautical mile. This ship, commissioned in the
1600's by King Vasa, was raised 334 years later from its
sunken ocean home. Perfectly preserved, it offers a rare
glimpse into the amazing craftsmanship of the 17th
century. (B)
Day 4: Stockholm - Oslo, Norway
Behold the picturesque landscape as you travel to the
Norwegian border. This afternoon you arrive in Oslo, the
smallest capital city in Scandinavia. Oslo is filled
with beautiful green parks, interesting architecture,
and inlet islands. (B, D)
Day 5: Oslo
A guided tour of Oslo features the Viking Ship Museum's
thousand-year-old Viking ships. Continue the tour along
Karl Johan Street and view the Royal Palace and City
Hall in quaint downtown Oslo. Next, visit the
Holmenkollen Ski Jump and the Vigeland Park, home to a
unique collection of statues and sculptures. Later this
afternoon enjoy leisure time to relax or explore
independently. (B)
Day 6: Oslo - Lillehammer - Loen
This morning travel north to the county's largest lake,
Lake Mjosa. Before a panoramic view of the 1994 Winter
Olympic site of Lillehammer, stop at the 17th century
Annexstad Farm. Meet the owner, whose family has owned
the farm for generations, and get a glimpse of farm life
through the years. Continue through Norway's
Gudbrandsdal Valley to the spectacular fjord region.
Spend the next two nights in beautiful Loen, nestled on
the banks of the North Fjord. (B, D)
Day 7: Loen - Geirangerfjord - Loen
Spend the day enchanted by the dramatic landscape of the
fjord region of Norway. Journey north to Hellesylt and
embark on an exhilarating fjord cruise. Traverse one of
Norway's majestic fjords, known as the Geirangerfjord.
(B, D)
Day 8: Loen - Stailheim
Begin your day with a memorable visit to the amazing
Briksdal Glacier, considered one of the most beautiful
glaciers in Norway. Your travels continue south across
the mighty Sognefjord, the largest and deepest of
Norway's fjords. Tonight, enjoy the renowned Stalheim
Hotel, with a view that has inspired many artists. (B,
D)
Day 9: Stailheim - "Norway in a Nutshell" - Bergen
This morning embark on a memorable two-hour fjord cruise
on the Naeroy fjords, the most narrow and spectacular
branch of the Sognefjord. Next, journey along the
renowned Flam Railway, witnessing some of the world's
most scenic wilderness as you ascend 3,000 feet -
passing mighty waterfalls, towering mountains, and
amazing valleys. Cap off this amazing day in Bergen, the
"Gateway to the Fjords". Bergen was founded in 1070 and
today is known for its old-world charm and scenic
landscape. (B, D)
Day 10: Bergen
Today, independently explore this beautiful town. Spend
time walking along the harborfront known as the Bryggen,
a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This city is widely known
for the thriving activity from the German Hanseatic
merchants that dominated for 400 years. You may choose
an optional tour to Troldhaugen, which was the home of
Norway's most famous composer, Edvard Grieg. (B)
Day 11: Bergen - Copenhagen, Denmark
Take a morning flight to Copenhagen, the capital of
Denmark. Accompany a local expert on an engaging city
tour and view Denmark's center of Parliament known as
Christianborg; Amalienborg Palace, the residence of the
Danish Royal Family; and the Royal Theater. Conclude the
tour at the Little Mermaid Statue, a 1913 sculpture
honoring Hans Christian Andersen's famous fictional
character. (B)
Day 12: Copenhagen
The day is yours to visit the many shops or famous
museums in the city. Tonight, the illuminating fantasy
world of Tivoli Gardens and dinner at the Nimb
Restaurant is the setting for your farewell dinner. (B,
D)
Day 13: Copenhagen - Tour Ends
(B)
Stay Another Night -
Add a pre night stay in Stockholm or a post night stay
in Copenhagen.
Prices start at $110 per person, double.
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Uniquely For You
Norway's Natural Masterpieces |
| Fjords
are testaments to the power of water in
all its forms. From the great, grinding
glaciers that carved them, to the
blue-green seawater that fills them, to
the countless snow-fed waterfalls that
nourish them, Norway's fjords are
magical places where sea, stone and sky
unite in one jaw dropping display of
unbelievable grandeur. The fjord of
Geiranger is one of the most famous of
Norway and where you'll witness its
towering mountains and cascading
waterfalls like the Suitor and the Seven
Sisters. You embark on this memorable
one hour sightseeing cruise in tiny
Hellesylt, one of the highlights of the
fjordlands, as it takes you out on the
Geirangerfjord gliding past dramatic
scenery to its final approach, arriving
in the small community of Geiranger. |
Base Rates Per Person
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Departure Date |
Tour
Rate – Twin |
Tour
and Air Rate |
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May 18 2006 |
$2399 |
$3199 from UIN |
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Jun 08 2006 |
$2499 |
$3719 from UIN |
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Jul 06 2006 |
$2499 |
$3719 from UIN |
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Jul 20 2006 |
$2499 |
$3719 from UIN |
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Aug 17 2006 |
$2499 |
$3719 from UIN |
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Sep 14 2006 |
$2499 |
$3299 from UIN |
*Tour and air prices are lead-in rates from a
specific gateway based on twin occupancy and are subject to change. Rates do not
include inter-air flights. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates.
Tours departing BEFORE 4/30/06 may follow a different itinerary than what is
listed here. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. For
tours that feature a cruise, port taxes are not included in the prices above.
Additional tour dates
may be available, please call us for information.
Airport Code UIN - Baldwin Field-Quincy.
13 days, 18 meals
11 Full Scandinavian Breakfasts, 7 Dinners
Day 1 - Overnight Flight
Day 2, 3 - Rica Hotel Stockholm, Stockholm,
Sweden
Day 4, 5 - Bristol Hotel, Oslo, Norway
Day 6, 7 - Hotel Alexandra, Loen, Fjord Region,
Norway
Day 8 - Stalheim Hotel, Stalheim, Norway
Day 9, 10 - Radisson SAS Royal, Bergen, Norway
Day 11, 12 - Admiral Hotel, Copenhagen
On some dates alternate hotels may be used
NOTES:
- The flight from Bergen, Norway
to Copenhagen, Denmark is not included in the land price.
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