2021 & 2022 Globus Guided Tours - Globus® Vacation Packages

Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle with Coastal Cruise (ZKE)

14 Day Tour from Helsinki to Bergen

2025 Tour Details

We’re on the top of the world on this 14-day escorted tour of Scandinavia—the Arctic Circle to be exact. Explore the Land of the Midnight Sun as you travel into the exquisite beauty of from Finland to Norway. Along the way, you’ll be warmed by the traditions, tastes, and legends. Begin in Finland’s southern capital of Helsinki poised on the country’s gulf peninsula, where Nordic cuisine is as hearty as the generations of tradition here. Visit Santa at the village of Rovaniemi, just across the Arctic Circle, once you’re sure to be on the “good list,” head through Lapland to the North Cape of Norway to discover the Sámi culture alive today in Karasjok. Call in a husky farm to learn about the life of mushers and sled dogs. Continue to Tromsø where the glow from the Arctic Cathedral adds a shining light to the end of your amazing arctic adventure! Continue your expedition with a 5-day cruise from Tromsø to Bergen, a spectacular feast for the eyes complete with fjords, frozen glaciers, archipelagos, and alpine panoramas!

Small-Group Discovery Dates Available

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.

We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi, plus a flight from Helsinki to Oulu.
And that's not all! Your tour includes a Norwegian coastal cruise experience aboard a Hurtigruten cruise ship! Plenty of ports of call as you cruise along Norway's stunning coastline between Tromso and Bergen. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!

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Top of Scandinavia with Arctic Circle with Coastal Cruise map

 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

13 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 9 Dinners


Notes:

Services of the Tour Director end on day 10.
The cruise portion of your vacation, from Tromso to Bergen, is operated by Hurtigruten. Please ask your Travel Consultant for cruise ship details; there are various ships operating this itinerary, so the ship name varies by departure date.

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN HELSINKI, FINLAND

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

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Day 2 HELSINKI–OULU

Perfection on the Peninsula HELSINKI Guided sightseeing. Flight to Oulu.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Finland’s southern capital of Helsinki is poised on the peninsula in the Gulf of Finland, where striking architecture and Nordic cuisine delight visitors. See the beautiful cathedral and Sibelius Monument in this historic and picturesque setting.

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Day 3 OULU

The Creative Edge OULU Orientation. Free time.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
FREE TIME TIP Consider an optional excursion to Hailuoto, the largest island in the Bothnian Bay. The island started to rise from the sea approximately 2,000 years ago and continues to do so. Eventually the island will adjoin mainland as the rising shoreline is constantly changing to form a living conservation area. The manmade environment in Hailuoto, characterized by well-preserved traditional buildings, together with its unique natural features, has earned Hailuoto the designation as one of Finland’s national landscapes—and the only national landscape covering the entire municipality.

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Day 4 OULU–ROVANIEMI

Santa Claus is Coming to Town ROVANIEMI Visit Santa Claus Village. Cross the Arctic Circle and Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite get the Arctic Circle Certificate.
127 mi / 205 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
LEGENDS & LORE About a hundred years ago, a passer-by started spreading the word about the true location of Santa’s real home. Since then, Santa has traveled to the Arctic Circle to meet with kids from 1 to 92 to hear Christmas wishes in his remote Santa’s Village in Rovaniemi. Enjoy a visit with Old St. Nick and receive your official Arctic Circle Certificate documenting your crossing this hemispheric line.

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Day 5 ROVANIEMI–LUOSTO–IVALO

North to the Cape LUOSTO Globus Local FavoriteGlobus Local Favorite Visit a husky farm and enjoy traditional snacks of the Sámi culture.
196mi/ 315km

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURE & TRADITION Learn about the special relationship between musher and dog with a visit to a local husky farm. Hear about arctic survival gear, sleds, racing equipment, and working with the sled dogs. Visit the puppy yard and linger with the friendly adult racing dogs. Whether or not you’re a passionate dog-lover, you’ll gain respect and admiration for these hard-working dogs and their remarkable fortitude under the care of expert mushers.

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Day 6 IVALO–KARASJOK, NORWAY–HONNINGSVAG

Norwegian Good KARASJOK Visit the Sami Cultural Park.
242mi/ 390km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Get a comprehensive insight into various aspects of Sami culture, history, and traditions when visiting the Sami Cultural Park in Karasjok. Explore exhibitions that feature Sami art, handicrafts, traditional clothing, and artifacts and learn about the history of the Sami people, their way of life, and their struggles for cultural preservation and recognition.

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Day 7 HONNINGSVAG–EXCURSION TO THE NORTH CAPE–ALTA

The Old Men & The Sea HONNINGSVAG Visit North Cape Hall and visitor center.
168mi/ 270km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
THE EDGE OF THE WORLD The North Cape cliff has long been a popular and important navigation mark for shipping traffic in the north. In 1553, an English expedition set sail under the command of commander Richard Chancellor to find the North-East passage to China. They did not succeed, but the old sea charts after this expedition are the first to mention the name, North Cape. The North Cape Hall complex is built mainly out of stone. The globe at the top of the building has become the symbol of Nordkapp. It marks that you are at the end point of Europe - the northernmost of the continental mainland. This is a treasured place for photography and contemplation. This is the culmination of all journeys.

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Day 8 ALTA–TROMSØ

Written in Stone ALTA Visit the Rock Carvings Museum.
186mi/ 300km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ANCIENT TREASURES Experience Northern Europe's largest and richest rock carving site, inscribed on the UNESCO's World Heritage List. Here you can walk on pathways arranged around the rock carving area. Fantastic view over the Alta Fjord. The 2000 to 6200 years old rock carvings show the life of hunters and fishermen. The rock carvings in Alta were made on the smooth rock surfaces at the water’s edge. As the land gradually rose, and new rock surfaces came to light, the artists made use of these for their carvings.

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Day 9 TROMSØ (EMBARKATION)

Shining Lights TROMSØ Orientation walk includes the Arctic Cathedral. Farewell dinner at the hotel. Later tonight, embark your ship.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICY ARCHITECTURE The Arctic Cathedral stands proud at the end of Tromsø bridge, clearly visible from the centre of the town. Strip lights have been positioned between the eleven lamella panels that make up the church walls. When darkness falls, the church’s unusual shape is visible from all parts of Tromsø to represent the light in the long, dark winter days.

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Day 10 TROMSØ

High Peaks and Idyllic Islands TROMSØ Cruise towards the Lofoten Islands.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Pass with the cruise ship the Lofoten Wall, a giant granite cliff shooting out of the Arctic Sea. A number of bright fishing villages hug the shoreline where a majority of the inhabitants make their livelihood in the winter cod season.

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Day 11 CRUISING: BODO–RORVIK

Mountain Maidens Sail south as your ship calls at Bodo in the small hours of the morning and then Ornes at 7am.
NESNA Short stop at Nesna before sailing on to Sandnessjøen, gateway to the magnificent Helgeland Coast.
BRONNOYSUND: Walk along Havnegata to explore the bustling marina and see Brønnøy Church—a stone church in the Neo-Gothic style dating back to 1870.
RORVIK Stop in the cozy fishing port in the picturesque Vikna archipelago.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LOCAL LEGENDS While admiring the stunning landscape of the Seven Sisters mountain range, hear the story about seven beautiful troll princesses who, fleeing from an unwanted suitor, were turned to stone at sunrise to become the seven beautiful mountains of today.

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Day 12 CRUISING: TRONDHEIM–ALESUND

Capital of the Viking Age TRONDHEIM Take a stroll around the city early in the morning and see the sacred Nidaros Cathedral, resting place of St. Olav. Then, walk to Gamle Bybro bridge for a photo opportunity over Nid River.
KRISTIANSUND Take a walk around the cobblestone streets of the old town and tour the lively port.
MOLDE Spot the tops of the Romsdal Alps.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION The city of Kristiansund sits on four islands and is founded on bacalao (dried salted cod) known locally as "klippfisk." Discover its distinctive architecture, decorated in shades of red, yellow. and green, giving it the nickname the polychrome city. Head up to the old watchtower at Varden viewpoint for a lovely panorama.

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Day 13 CRUISING: ALESUND BERGEN

Fjord Every Scene Glimpse Nordfjord, under the giant Jostedal Glacier, mainland Europe’s largest glacier.
FLORO Morning stop to take in the harbor and the marina.
BERGEN Disembarkation and transfer to your hotel.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Depart Floro with a perfect photo opportunity of the Stabben Lighthouse. Enjoy stunning views as your ship crosses the mouth of the Sognefjord, the longest and widest fjord in the whole of Norway. Reaching your final port this afternoon, you’ll navigate through the last islands and skerries of the Norway scenic route, and sail down Hjeltefjord to arrive into Bergen.

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Day 14 BERGEN

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

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 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.

ANNA-LENA SODERLUND TORNELL

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

“I love to bring visitors to areas where I have lived and worked, i.e. Scandinavia, Russia and Central Europe, to give a piece of my culture to the guests, to make the clients feel at home by introducing them to all aspects of life in the area. To open our eyes and understand customs, habits and history, "what makes me tick the way I tick, and you tick differently" is my focus. How to make the best Swedish meatballs, how to sing children's songs or sharing a proverb we use a lot. When we come back home after a tour, we have a different set of 'glasses'. The knowledge of the world has changed us a bit and we are all part of it, plus we had a really great time together!”

Tour Director - ANNA-LENA SODERLUND TORNELL

 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)


Oulu
Tromso

Oulu

Finnish Fishing Traditions of Hailuoto Island

Finnish Fishing Traditions of Hailuoto Island

Embark on a full-day trip to the island of Hailuoto and charming village of Marjaniemi for lunch and brewery visit.

Price Range: $$$

Tromso

The Land Of Midnight Sun: Fjellheisen Aerial Tramway Over Tromso

The Land Of Midnight Sun: Fjellheisen Aerial Tramway Over Tromso

Take a ride aboard the world-famous Fjellheisen aerial tramway for unforgettable views over the Land of the Midnight Sun, then visit the world's northernmost botanical garden!

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: $4,310*
18 guests in a party: $1,064*

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.