Northern Capitals (ZT)

10 days from Copenhagen to Helsinki

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If you’re in search of a different European experience, just head north to the intersection of yesterday and tomorrow. Old meets new and tradition meets innovation on this cool tour of Scandinavia and its most exciting hot spots. With two-night stays in the capital cities of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, you’ll wake up to Copenhagen’s rush hour of designer-clad cyclists, Oslo’s stunning skyline “starchitecture,” Stockholm’s trendy galleries and gastro pubs, and Helsinki’s electrifying design scene. Within these hipster hubs, you’ll follow ancient Viking trails and the narrowest of cobblestone streets to the palaces and museums that hold the most fascinating historical stories—and the indoor and outdoor markets that carry the most intriguing snacks and souvenirs. The cool factor is illuminated on a breezy overnight cruise across the Baltic Sea from Stockholm to Helsinki.

PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Helsinki so you can plan your day your way.

Special Features Included in this Tour:

Guided sightseeing in Copenhagen includes The Little Mermaid statue and the royal reception rooms in Christiansborg Palace
Orientation drive in Gothenburg
Visit to the [LF] indoor food market of Gothenburg to sample local specialties
Guided sightseeing in Oslo includes a walk through Frogner Park and a visit to City Hall, site of the annual Nobel Peace Prize ceremony
Stockholm guided walking features the Old Town and a visit to City Hall
Visit to the [LF] Vasa Ship Museum
Overnight cruise to Helsinki with dinner
Guided sightseeing in Helsinki features views of the Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and the open-air market
Globus Choice excursions in Helsinki − included in your tour with your choice of a visit to a panoramic local spa, or guided visit to Suomenlinna Fortess including a ferry ride

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Photo Highlights

Meals

Meals & Itinerary

9 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners

Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN COPENHAGEN, DENMARK

Welcome to Copenhagen! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

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Dinner

Day 2 COPENHAGEN

Wonderful, Wonderful Copenhagen! Your Scandinavian adventure begins with a guided sightseeing tour that includes a visit to the Royal Reception Rooms of Christiansborg Palace, views of the National Museum and Royal Theater, plus stops to take photos of Amalienborg Palace and the Little Mermaid Statue. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore more before visiting the world-famous Tivoli Gardens.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT Christiansborg Palace commands the scene on the islet of Slotsholmen with an 800-year history as Denmark's seat of power in central Copenhagen. This magnificent site houses the Danish Parliament, Prime Minister’s office, and Denmark’s Supreme Court. The magnificent palace is also home to visiting Danish monarchs with its resplendent royal reception rooms, chapel, and royal stables.

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Breakfast

Day 3 COPENHAGEN–ELSINORE–GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN–OSLO, NORWAY

Swedish Specialties This morning, say goodbye to Denmark with a ferry ride to Helsingborg, Sweden. Disembark and continue to Gothenburg to get acquainted with an orientation drive that includes a photo stop at Göta Square. Visit the famous indoor market for a “walk about” experience through the market stalls and sample some local snacks. Later, cross the border into Norway and arrive in the capital city of Oslo.
360 mi / 580 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES At Gothenburg’s indoor market hall, you can find spices, coffee, cheese, fruit, and other delicacies from around the world in its 40 shops and eateries. Stroll around the stalls to enjoy a Swedish food experience and sample some of the local specialties.

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Breakfast

Dinner

Day 4 OSLO

Outdoor Art in Oslo This morning, join your Local Guide to discover what makes Oslo so very special. See the National Theater, Parliament, and the Royal Palace. Take a walk through incredible Frogner Park and visit City Hall. Explore more of Oslo at leisure during free time this afternoon and evening.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ART & ARCHITECTURE Frogner Park contains over 200 sculptures in granite, bronze, and wrought iron, along with fountains and bridges comprising the life’s work of legendary sculptor Guztav Vigeland. Visit the stately Oslo City Hall, with its red-brick architecture, soaring towers, and 49 bells. Here, the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony takes place each year.

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Breakfast

Day 5 OSLO–STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN

Spectacular Scandinavia Enjoy a scenic drive to Stockholm and enjoy the serene natural beauty and lush green views along the route from Norway to Sweden, dotted with small lakes and little villages amid the lovely Scandinavian landscape.
329 mi / 530 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEMS Called “the capital of cool,” Stockholm is the place for music, art, and fashion. With nearly 100 museums, Stockholm has more museums per capita than almost anywhere else in the world. Sustainable and eco-friendly solutions are a big part of everyday life in Stockholm where many restaurants focus on locally sourced seasonal ingredients, and the city skyline rises above lush, green spaces.

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Breakfast

Day 6 STOCKHOLM

Maritime Marvels Join your Local Guide to discover Stockholm, the “City of Islands.” Guided sightseeing features views of the Royal Palace and Riddarholmen Church, the final resting place of the Swedish kings and Stockholm's only preserved mediaeval abbey. Walk through the Old Town and visit the City Hall. Later, visit the Vasa Museum and marvel at its treasure, an almost intact 17th Century warship. Explore more of this beautiful city during a leisurely afternoon and evening.

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURE & TRADITION Set your course for the Vasa Ship Museum in Stockholm. Here, you’ll cruise back through maritime days to see the historic Vasa – the Swedish war ship which capsized and sank on her maiden voyage off Stockholm 1628. After 333 years on the seabed, the mighty warship and remarkable relics were salvaged to carry visitors on a fascinating voyage through history. Today, the Vasa is the world's best-preserved 17th-century ship and one of the most sought-after museum experiences in Scandinavia.

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Breakfast

Day 7 STOCKHOLM–OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO HELSINKI, FINLAND

Sailing by Starlight Enjoy a morning and lunchtime at leisure in Stockholm. Perhaps visit one of the museums, browse the stores, or try local specialties for lunch, like the unofficial national dish of köttbullar (Swedish meatballs). Later, take an overnight dinner cruise across the Baltic Sea to Helsinki.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Finland has often been voted the happiest country in the world, due to its affinity with nature and strong social support system. The capital city of Helsinki is situated in the south of the country poised on a peninsula in the Gulf of Finland. Though it is the coldest capital in the Nordic region, its striking architecture and Nordic cuisine don’t fail to give visitors a warm welcome.

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Breakfast

Dinner

Day 8 HELSINKI

Spend Your Day Your Way in Helsinki Follow your Local Guide for a sightseeing tour that includes views of the Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and open-air market. Explore more of Helsinki with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.

Maritime Marvel

Hop aboard a ferry for a short ride to join your Local Guide at the UNESCO-listed Suomenlinna Fortress, located on an island in Helsinki harbour. Historically an important military base serving three different nations, this "living fortress' is now a lively maritime district.

Steam Settings

Soak up Finnish life with a visit to a panoramic local spa, uniquely set in a floating structure above of the sea. Take a dip in the pools and enjoy the views from the sauna as you experience the "löyly" effect of water poured on the hot stones for the ultimate steamy experience!

Enjoy some leisure time later this afternoon and evening.

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Breakfast

Day 9 HELSINKI

Capital Ideas Enjoy a free day in Helsinki to discover more art and culture in one of the museums, browse the stores, or try Finnish pastries and local specialties in one of the many cafes. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to Estonia! This evening, join your travel companions for a farewell dinner at the hotel.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE with an optional excursion to Tallin, the capital city of Estonia on the Gulf of Finland. The coastal gem on the Baltic Sea combines an exciting mix of old and new with promenades and pristine beaches. Take in the ancient architecture and modern cityscapes, including the Old Town - one of the best-preserved medieval merchant districts in the world.

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Breakfast

Dinner

Day 10 HELSINKI

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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Breakfast

Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

OIVIND FURE

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

“As a full-blooded Scandinavian, it's a true honour to invite you to my corner of the world: the Nordics and Scandinavia. Join me on an exciting journey through pristine fjords, past thundering waterfalls, vibrant Viking cities, and colourful villages. I can't wait to meet you and share my tales, stories, and life here in the North with you.”

Accommodations

Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

Helsinki

Steam Settings

Price Range: $

Maritime Marvel

Price Range: $

Private Touring

Private Touring: Globus European Private Touring enables you to experience all of the attractions, sights and highlights of your selected Globus tour as a private experience - delivered just for you and your traveling party. With Private Touring, you'll have your own dedicated Tour Director, your own private transportation and driver, and your own professional local guides. All with greater flexibility in pace and your experience.

For your selected tour, there will be additional per-person cost for the size of your party - from 1 to 24. This additional supplement is reduced with each traveler you add to your party.

Here's a sample of the additional cost:

6 guests in a party: $5,243*
18 guests in a party: $1,311*

Contact Globus or your preferred travel agent for pricing for your specific party size as well as any other information on Globus Private Touring.

* Supplement pricing is per person (CA) and will be added to the standard published price for your given departure date and is based on availability. Supplement price is valid for 2020 and 2021 travel years. Occasionally some included and optional activities & excursions may be operated with other guests. Additional restrictions may apply. Not applicable for custom groups. No Group allowances or promotions are available on Private Touring. Published itineraries only. Note that blackout dates may exist where the Private Touring option is not available.

The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.

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