2009 Guaranteed Escorted Coach Tours

All tours include the following services:

Land of the Fjords

5 nights Bergen - Oslo: CAD 2861 .00

Guaranteed departures:
Sundays –
June 14, 21, 28
July 05, 12, 19, 26
August 02, 09, 16

Transfer from Bergen Flesland Airport or Coastal Express quay to hotel. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, a first class hotel ideally located in the city centre within walking distance of the famous Bryggen Harbour. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby.  

Day 2: BERGEN – FLÅM - BALESTRAND

After breakfast departure from Bergen and drive via Dale to the town of Voss.

Descend the Nærøy Valley, passing the amazing Stalheim Canyon, to the fjordside village of Flåm. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flåm Scenic Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering ascending 2.838 feet in less than one hour. The descent from Myrdal to Flåm offers opportunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After short rest in Flåm, approx. 2 hours cruise by boat along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøy Fjords, both branches of the Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife. After disembarking in Gudvangen at the head of the Nærøy Fjord, 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 3: BALESTRAND – A DAY IN THE FJORDS

Day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other interesting sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Day 4: BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER

After breakfast departure from your hotel by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sogn Fjord to Sogndal. The tour continues by road to Fjærland, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei at the northern end of beautiful Lake Jølster. Descend to the 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 possible views. Lunch will be served in a nearby mountain restaurant facing the glacier. After lunch the tour continues around the Nord Fjord 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 5: GEIRANGER – OSLO

From the top of the famous Serpentine Road, you have the opportunity to digest some amazing views of the fjord, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church. The tour continues alongside Lake Vågå, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Stop for lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues along Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski jump, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslo Fjord way below. Dinner and accommodation at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel.

Day 6: OSLO DEPARTURE

Buffet breakfast at your hotel, followed by transfer to Oslo Gardermoen Airport in connection with your flight home.

Price includes:

* 5 nights accommodation incl. daily 3-course or buffet dinner and Scandinavian buffet breakfast, in first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.

* 2 lunches on days 4 & 5.

* Ride on the Fl å m Railway Fl å m-Myrdal-Fl å m.

* Approx. 2 hours cruise on the Aurlands and Nærøy Fjords, and 1 hours cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

* Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier.

* All visits as described in itinerary.

* Luggage assistance at all hotels.

* Valhalla Scandinavia tour escort throughout.

* Transportation by modern de luxe coach with reclining seats, etc.

* Transfers airport or quay/hotel on first and last days to correspond with arrival/departure times. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Conditions on page 24.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:  CAD 2861 .00
Single supplement: CAD 499.00 

Tour Index

The Fjords of Norway

7 nights Oslo - Oslo: CAD 3505.00 

Guaranteed departures:

Fridays –
June 12, 19, 26
July 03, 10, 17, 24, 31
August 07, 14

Day 1: ARRIVE OSLO

Transfer from Oslo Gardermoen Airport to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and accommodation at Thon Hotel Opera, centrally located close to the Oslo Fjord and the new Opera House. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby.  

Day 2: OSLO – ULVIK

After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving via Hønefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Vøringsfoss Waterfall with a vertical drop of 180 m., the highest in Norway. Descend the amazing Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry crossing, followed by drive around the Ulvik Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and accommodation at Rica Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord.

Day 3: ULVIK - BERGEN

After buffet breakfast, start of scenic tour along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord, famous for its many fruit orchards, via the towns of Øystese and Norheimsund, arriving in Bergen around midday. Afternoon 2 hours tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, centrally located on Ole Bull’s Square, close to the pedestrian shopping streets and within walking distance of the old Bryggen harbour.

Day 4: BERGEN – FLÅM - BALESTRAND

After breakfast departure from Bergen and drive via Dale to the town of Voss.

Descend the Nærøy Valley, passing the amazing Stalheim Canyon, to the fjordside village of Flåm. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flåm Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering ascending 2.838 feet in less than one hour. The descent from Myrdal to Flåm offers opportunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After short rest in Flåm, start of approx. 2 hours cruise by boat along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøy Fjords, both branches of the Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife. After disembarking in Gudvangen at the head of the Nærøy Fjord, 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 5: BALESTRAND – A DAY IN THE FJORDS

Day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other interesting sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Day 6: BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER

After breakfast departure from your hotel by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sogn Fjord to Sogndal. The tour continues by road to Fjærland, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei at the northern end of beautiful Lake Jølster. Descend to the 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 views. Lunch will be served in a nearby mountain restaurant facing the glacier. After lunch the tour continues around the Nord Fjord 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 7: GEIRANGER – OSLO

From the top of the famous Serpentine Road, you have the opportunity to digest some amazing views of the fjord, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church. The tour continues via Lake Vågå, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Stop for lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues alongside Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski jump, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslo fjord way below. Dinner and accommodation at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel.

Day 8: OSLO DEPARTURE

Buffet breakfast at hotel, followed by transfer to Oslo Gardermoen Airport for your flight home.

Price includes:

* 7 nights accommodation incl. daily 3-course or buffet dinner and Scandinavian buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.

* 3 lunches on days 2/6/7.

* Panorama tour of Bergen incl. ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløien.

* Approx. 2 hours ride on the Flåm Railway, Flåm-Myrdal-Flåm.

* Approx. 2 hours cruise on the Aurlands and Nærøy Fjords, and 1 hours cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

* Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier.

* All ferry crossings.

* All visits mentioned in itinerary.

* Luggage assistance at all hotels.

* Valhalla Scandinavia tour escort throughout.

* Transportation by modern de luxe coach with reclining seats, etc.

* Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days in connection with individual flight times. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Conditions on page 24.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room: CAD 3505.00 
Single supplement: CAD 688
 

Tour Index

Four Capitals Tour + Fjords of Norway extension

8 nights Stockholm - Helsinki - Copenhagen - Oslo: CAD 3834.00

14 nights as above + extension Oslo - Oslo: CAD 6309.00

Guaranteed departures:

Fridays –
July 03, 10, 17, 24
 

Day 1: ARRIVE STOCKHOLM

Arrive Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Transfer to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign, a new first class hotel centrally located. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby.  

Day 2: STOCKHOLM

After your first Scandinavian buffet breakfast, start of 4 hours guided tour of Stockholm. Famous sights on the tour include the Royal Palace, the Parliament Buildings, the island of Djurgården and the Old Town (Gamla Stan), with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. Highlight of the tour is a visit to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Rooms, where the Nobel Prize Banquet is held each year. Afternoon free in Stockholm. We can recommend a visit to the impressive Wasa Museum or one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign. Please note that dinner is not included today because our experience shows that in Stockholm guests prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their own choice. Your tour escort will gladly assist you with table reservations.  

Day 3: STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI

Morning free in Stockholm for exploring this beautiful city, often called the Venice of the North because of its many canals and waterways. We can recommend the 2 hours boat tour “Under the Bridges of Stockholm”. Afternoon coach transfer for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: Start of your cruise to Helsinki, sailing slowly down the Stockholm archipelago past numerous small islands. Buffet dinner on board. Choice of entertainment, shops, casino, bars. Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcases to and from the cabin.

Day 4: HELSINKI - STOCKHOLM

Enjoy your buffet breakfast, as you sail into Helsinki. You retain your cabin on the ship. Morning 3 hours guided tour of the Finnish capital. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenskij Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, New Opera House, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, etc. Afternoon free for shopping or exploring this bustling city on the Baltic. 17.00 hrs: Embarkation on Silja Line ferry for return cruise to Stockholm. 3-course dinner and accommodation on board.

Day 5: STOCKHOLM - COPENHAGEN

After a delicious buffet breakfast on board, arrive back in Stockholm at 09.30 hrs. The tour continues by coach through the pleasant countryside of Southern Sweden to Klaralven near Lake Vättern. Stop forlunch. After lunch continue through the provinces of Småland and Skåne to the city of Malmö. Cross over the new Øresund Bridge to arrive in wonderful Copenhagen during the early evening. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.

Day 6: COPENHAGEN

The day starts with a 3 hours guided tour of the city. During the tour you will see the Amalienborg Palace, Christiansborg Palace (seat of the Danish Parliament), Hans Christian Andersen’s statue, Gefion Fountain, the old harbour of Nyhavn, the famous Little Mermaid and many other popular sights. Afternoon free in Copenhagen. We can recommend a tour down the popular pedestrian shopping street - Strøget, or a visit to Rosenborg Palace. This evening you will be taken by your tour escort for dinnerin the famous Tivoli Gardens. Accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.

Day 7: COPENHAGEN - OSLO

After a tasty Danish buffet breakfast, morning free in Copenhagen for shopping and sightseeing. Afternoon transfer by coach to DFDS Seaways terminal for your overnight cruise to Oslo, departing at 17.00 hrs. Enjoy a delicious Scandinavian buffet dinner as you cruise gently up the Kattegat on your way to Oslo. There is dancing and entertainment on board, or you may prefer to sit out on deck and watch a Scandinavian sunset. Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcases to and from the cabin.

Day 8: OSLO

Scandinavian buffet breakfast is being served on board, as you sail up the exciting Oslo Fjord to reach the Norwegian capital at 09.30 hrs. After disembarkation, this morning’s 3 hours guided tour of Oslo takes you to see the world-famous Viking Ships, the Polar Exploration ship Fram, the amazing Vigeland Sculpture Park and other famous sights. Afternoon free in Oslo. We can recommend a visit to the Munch Museum or a stroll along the Karl Johan shoppiong boulevard. Dinner and accommodation at Thon Hotel Opera, located facing the new Opera House and within walking distance of the Oslo Fjord and Harbour.

Day 9: OSLO DEPARTURE or start of FJORDS OF NORWAY EXTENSION.

Guests on the Four Capitals Tour have transfer to Oslo Gardermoen Airport to coincide with individual flight departures . Guests taking the Fjords of Norway extension depart from Oslo by coach after breakfast.

Day 9 - 15: FJORDS OF NORWAY EXTENSION

Please see complete programme above.

Price includes:

8 nights Stockholm - Oslo

* 5 nights accommodation including daily 3-course dinner (except on second night in Stockholm) and Scandinavian buffet breakfast in centrally located first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.

* 1 lunch on day 5.

* 4 hours guided tour of Stockholm, 3 hours Copenhagen, Oslo and Helsinki, incl. all entrances.

* Baltic Cruise Stockholm-Helsinki-Stockholm, incl. 2 nights in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC, 2 dinners and 2 buffet breakfasts. .

* Overnight cruise Copenhagen - Oslo, incl. accommodation in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC, buffet dinner and buffet breakfast.

* Entrance to Tivoli Gardens for special dinner (also included) on day 6.

* All visits as mentioned in itinerary.

* Luggage assistance at all hotels.

* Valhalla Scandinavia tour escort throughout.

* Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.

* Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days to coincide with individual flight times. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Conditions on page 24.
 

14 nights Stockholm - Oslo incl. Fjords of Norway ext.

All above services, plus all services included in our Fjords of Norway Tour - please see separate listing above.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room

8 nights Stockholm - Oslo: CAD 3834.00
Single supplement: CAD 1535

14 nights Stockholm - Oslo incl. Fjords of Norway ext.: CAD 6309.00
Single supplement: CAD 2103.00

Tour Index

Scenic Norway + Stockholm, Helsinki & Copenhagen

7 nights Oslo - Oslo: CAD 3535.00

9 nights Oslo - Stockholm: CAD 4162.00  

11 nights Oslo - Helsinki - Stockholm: CAD 4945.00

13 nights Oslo - Copenhagen: CAD 5829.00

Guaranteed departures:

Fridays –
June 12 © , 19 © , 26,
July 03, 10, 17 , 24®, 31®
August 07 © , 14 ©

©= 7 nights tours only
®= 7/9/11 nights only

Day 1: ARRIVE OSLO

Transfer from Oslo Gardermoen Airport to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and accommodation at Thon Hotel Opera, centrally located facing the new Opera House and close to Oslo Fjord and Harbour . Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby.

Day 2: OSLO – ULVIK

After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving via Hønefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Vøringsfoss Waterfall with a vertical drop of 180 m., the highest in Norway. Descend the amazing Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry crossing, followed by drive around the Ulvik Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and accommodation at Rica Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord.

Day 3: ULVIK - BERGEN

After buffet breakfast, start of scenic tour along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord, famous for its many fruit orchards, via the towns of Øystese and Norheimsund, arriving in Bergen around midday. Afternoon 2 hours tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, centrally located on Ole Bull’s Square, close to the pedestrian shopping streets and within walking distance of the old Bryggen harbour.

Day 4: BERGEN – FLÅM - BALESTRAND

After breakfast departure from Bergen and drive via Dale to the town of Voss.

Descend the Nærøy Valley, passing the amazing Stalheim Canyon, to the fjordside village of Flåm. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flåm Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering ascending 2.838 feet in less than one hour. The descent from Myrdal to Flåm offers opportunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After short rest in Flåm, start of approx. 2 hours cruise by boat along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøy Fjords, both branches of the Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife. After disembarking in Gudvangen at the head of the Nærøy Fjord, 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 5: BALESTRAND – A DAY IN THE FJORDS

Day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other noteworthy sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Day 6: BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER

After breakfast departure from your hotel by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sogn Fjord to Sogndal. The tour continues by road to Fjærland, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei at the northern end of beautiful Lake Jølster. Descend to the 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 views. Lunch will be served in a nearby mountain restaurant facing the glacier. After lunch the tour continues around the Nord Fjord 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 7: GEIRANGER – OSLO

From the top of the famous Serpentine Road, you have the opportunity to digest some amazing views of the fjord, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church. The tour continues via Lake Vågå, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Stop for lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues alongside Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski jump, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslo fjord way below. Dinner and accommodation at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel.

Day 8: OSLO - STOCKHOLM

For guests on 7 night tour Oslo - Oslo, this ends after breakfast, with transfers to Oslo Gardermoen Airport to connect with individual flight departures.

Guests on 9/11/13 nights tour continue by coach towards the Swedish border, crossing into the attractive province of Värmland to arrive in the city of Karlstad on Lake Vänern, the largest in Sweden. Lunch in Karlstad. After lunch the tour continues through a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes to reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign, a new first class hotel centrally located.

Day 9: STOCKHOLM

The day starts with a 4 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. 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. Afternoon free in Stockholm, with possibility to visit the famous Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign. Please note that dinner today is not included, because our experience shows that in Stockholm guests prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their choice. Your tour escort will gladly assist you with table reservations.

Day 10: STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI

For guests on 9 night tour Oslo - Stockholm, this ends after breakfast, with transfers to Stockholm Arlanda Airport to connect with individual flight departures.

Guests continuing on the Baltic Cruise to Helsinki have morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: Departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the lovely archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinner on board.Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcases to and from the cabin.

Day 11: HELSINKI - STOCKHOLM

Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. Spend a whole day in this exciting city on the Baltic, retaining your cabin on the ship. Morning 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more. During the afternoon you can explore the busy market place or the many souvenir shops close to the harbour. Finnish crystal and leather goods are an excellent buy. 17.00 hrs: Embarkation for return cruise to Stockholm. Dinner and accommodation on board.

Day 12: STOCKHOLM - COPENHAGEN

After a tasty buffet breakfast, arrive back in Stockholm at 09.30 hrs.

Guests on the 11 night tour Oslo - Helsinki - Stockholm will be driven from the Silja Line terminal to Stockholm Arlanda Airport for flight home. To allow time for disembarkation, transfer to airport (situated 60 km. from Stockholm, security controls and possible delays, we strongly advise clients not to book flights departing before 13.00 hours.

Guests continuing to Copenhagen will be driven through Southern Sweden to Klaralven on Lake Vättern. Stop for lunch. Tour continues via Jönköping to the city of Malmö. Cross the new Öresund Bridge from Sweden to Denmark, to arrive in wonderful Copenhagen during the early evening. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.

Day 13: COPENHAGEN

The day starts with a 3 hours guided tour of the city. You will see the Amalienborg Palace, residence of the Danish royal family, Gefion Fountain, Christiansborg Palace (Danish Parliament buildings), the old harbour of Nyhavn, and of course the famous Little Mermaid. Afternoon free for exploring this fairytale city. This evening you will be taken for a farewell dinner in the famous Tivoli Gardens. Accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel.

Day 14: COPENHAGEN DEPARTURE

Buffet breakfast followed by morning transfers to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport for individual flight departures.

Price includes:

7 nights Oslo - Oslo

* 7 nights accommodation including daily 3-course or buffet dinner and Scandinavian buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.

* 3 lunches on days 2/6/7.

* 2 hours guided tour of Bergen, incl. ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløien.

* Ride on the Fl å m Railway, Fl å m-Myrdal-Fl å m.

* Approx. 2 hours cruise on the Sogn and Nærøy Fjords, and 1 hours cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

* Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier.

* All visits as described in itinerary.

* All ferry crossings.

* Luggage assistance at all hotels.

* Valhalla Scandinavia tour escort throughout.

* Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.

* Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Conditions on page 24.

9 nights Oslo - Stockholm

All above mentioned services plus -

* 2 nights accommodation in Stockholm including 3-course dinner on first night only, and daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast, rooms with private facilities,

* Lunch in Karlstad on day 8.

* 4 hours guided tour of Stockholm, incl. entrance to City Hall.

11 nights Oslo - Helsinki - Stockholm

All above mentioned services plus -

* Cruise Stockholm - Helsinki - Stockholm, in 2-berth outside cabin with shower/WC, incl. 2 dinners and 2 buffet breakfasts on board.

* 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki incl. entrances.

13 nights Oslo - Copenhagen

All above mentioned services plus -

* 2 nights accommodation in Copenhagen, including daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast, dinner at hotel on day 12, and special farewell dinner in Tivoli Gardens on day 13. All rooms with private facilities.

* Entrance to Tivoli Gardens in connection with farewell dinner.

* Lunch on day 12.

* 3 hours guided tour of Copenhagen including entrances.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:

7 nights Oslo - Oslo: CAD 3535.00
Single supplement: CAD 688.00

9 nights Oslo - Stockholm: CAD 4162.00
Single supplement: CAD 1004.00

11 nights Oslo - Helsinki - Stockholm: CAD 4945.00
Single supplement: CAD 1497.00

13 nights Oslo - Copenhagen: CAD 5829.00
Single supplement: CAD 1787.00

Tour Index

Northern Highlights

11 nights Oslo - Helsinki: CAD 4857.00

Guaranteed departures:

Fridays –
June 26
July 03, 10, 17, 24, 31

Day 1: ARRIVE OSLO

Transfer from Oslo Gardermoen Airport to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and accommodation at Thon Hotel Opera, centrally located facing the new Opera House and close to the Oslo Fjord and Harbour. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby.

Day 2: OSLO – ULVIK

After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving via Hønefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Vøringsfoss Waterfall with a vertical drop of 180 m., the highest in Norway. Descend the amazing Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry crossing, followed by drive around the Ulvik Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and accommodation at Rica Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord.

Day 3: ULVIK - BERGEN

After buffet breakfast, start of scenic tour along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord, famous for its many fruit orchards, via the towns of Øystese and Norheimsund, arriving in Bergen around midday. Afternoon 2 hours tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, centrally located on Ole Bull’s Square, close to the pedestrian shopping streets and within walking distance of the old Bryggen harbour.

Day 4: BERGEN – FLÅM - BALESTRAND

After breakfast departure from Bergen and drive via Dale to the town of Voss.

Descend the Nærøy Valley, passing the Stalheim Canyon, to the fjordside village of Flåm. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flåm Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering ascending 2.838 feet in less than one hour. The descent from Myrdal to Flåm offers opportunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After short rest in Flåm, start of approx. 2 hours cruise by boat along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøy Fjords, both branches of the Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife.

After disembarking in Gudvangen at the head of the Nærøy Fjord, 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 5: BALESTRAND – A DAY IN THE FJORDS

Day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other interesting sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Day 6: BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER

After breakfast departure from your hotel by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sogn Fjord to Sogndal. The tour continues by road to Fjærland, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei at the northern end of beautiful Lake Jølster. Descend to the 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 views. Lunch will be served in a nearby mountain restaurant facing the glacier. After lunch the tour continues around the Nord Fjord 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 7: GEIRANGER – OSLO

From the top of the famous Serpentine Road, you have the opportunity to digest some amazing views of the fjord, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church. The tour continues via Lake Vågå, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Stop for lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues alongside Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski jump, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslo fjord way below. Dinner and accommodation at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel.

Day 8: OSLO - STOCKHOLM

After breakfast departure from Oslo, continuing by coach towards the Swedish border. Cross into the attractive province of Värmland to arrive in the city of Karlstad on Lake Vänern, the largest in Sweden. Lunch in Karlstad. After lunch the tour continues through a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes to reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign, a new first class hotel, centrally located.

Day 9: STOCKHOLM

The day starts with a 4 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. Highlight of the tour is a visit to City Hall with its impressive Blue and Golden Halls, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held each year. Afternoon free in Stockholm, with possibility to visit the famous Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign. Please note that dinner today is not included in the program, as our experience shows that whilst in Stockholm guests prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their own choice. Your tour escort will gladly advise and make table reservations for you.

Day 10: STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI

Morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: Departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the picturesque archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinner on board. Choice of entertainment, bars, shops and casino. Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC. We recommend you to bring an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to bring suitcases to and from your cabin.

Day 11: HELSINKI

Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki harbour. After disembarkation 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more. During the afternoon you can explore the busy market place or the many souvenir shops close to the harbour. Finnish crystal and leather goods are an excellent buy. Dinner and accommodation at the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel, another first class hotel centrally located.

Day 12: HELSINKI DEPARTURE

Buffet breakfast at hotel, followed by transfer to Helsinki Vantaa Airport to connect with your homebound flight.

Price includes:

11 nights Oslo - Helsinki

* 10 nights accommodation including 3-course or buffet dinner (except on second night in Stockholm) and daily Scandinavian buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.

* 4 lunches on days 2, 6, 7, & 8.

* 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki, and 4 hours Stockholm, all entrances included.

* Panorama tour of Bergen incl. ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløien.

* Ride on the Fl å m Railway, Fl å m-Myrdal-Fl å m.

* Approx. 2 hours cruise on the Sogn and Nærøy Fjords, and 1 hours cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

* Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier.

* All visits as mentioned in itinerary.

* All ferry crossings.

* Overnight cruise Stockholm - Helsinki, incl. accommodation in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC, dinner and buffet breakfast on board.

* Luggage assistance at all hotels.

* Valhalla Scandinavia tour escort throughout.

* Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.

* Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Conditions on page 24.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:

11 nights Oslo - Helsinki: CAD 4857.00
Single supplement: CAD 1383.00

Tour Index

Northern Highlights + St. Petersburg & Moscow

14 nights Oslo – St. Petersburg: from CAD 7623.00

17 nights Oslo – Moscow: from CAD 9973.00

Guaranteed departures:

Fridays –
July 03, 17*, 31
*= 14 nights Oslo – St. Petersburg only  

Day 1: ARRIVE OSLO

Transfer from Oslo Gardermoen Airport to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and accommodation at Thon Hotel Opera, located in city centre facing the new Opera House and close to Oslo Fjord and Harbour. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby.

Days 2 – 11: OSLO - HELSINKI

Same program as Northern Highlights tour, days 2 – 11 (please see page 9). Dinner and accommodation at the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel, centrally located first class hotel .  

Day 12: HELSINKI - ST. PETERSBURG

Early breakfast followed by transfer by coach from hotel to railway station. 07.42 hrs: Departure from Helsinki on Finnish train ’Sibelius’ for St. Petersburg. Lunch box on train. 14.26 hrs: Arrival in St. Petersburg. Coach transfer from railway station to hotel combined with visit to Peter & Paul Fortress, burial place of the Russian Tsars, and St. Isaac’s Cathedral. Welcome dinner incl.shot of vodka and 1 glass wine, and accommodation at Ambassador Hotel, a four star hotel located in the city centre, near the famous Mariinsky Theatre.

Day 13: ST. PETERSBURG

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.30 hrs: 3 hours panoramic tour of the city by coach with local English-speaking guide. St. Petersburg is a city of outstanding architectural beauty, famous for its magnificent palaces, cathedrals, fountains and bridges. 12.30 hrs: Lunch at the Hermitage Restaurant or similar. 14.00: Tour of the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum and the State Rooms of the Winter Palace. Return to hotel. Dinner and accommodation at Ambassador Hotel.

Day 14: ST. PETERSBURG

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.00 hrs: Departure by hydrofoil for Peterhof, the magnificent summer residence of all the Russian Tsars. Tour of the Lower Park including Monplaisir, Bath House (inside visit), Grand Cascades etc. Return to the city by coach. 13.30 hrs: Lunch at the Restaurant Adamant, within walking distance of your hotel. 14.45 hrs: 1 hour’s guided boat tour along the rivers and canals of St. Petersburg. This evening you will be taken to see a colourful Russian folklore show at the Nikolaevsky Palace, with snacks during the intermission. Dinner at the Backstage Restaurant of the Mariinsky Theatre. Accommodation at Ambassador Hotel.

Day 15: ST. PETERSBURG – MOSCOW

For guests on the 14 night tour Oslo – St. Petersburg, this ends after buffet breakfast at hotel with transfers to St. Petersburg Airport to connect with homeward flights.

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.00 hrs: Guests continuing to Moscow have excursion to town of Pushkin including tour of Catherine’s Palace with its famous Amber Room. 12.00 hrs: Lunch at Admiralty Restaurant. After lunch coach transfer with guided assistance to St. Petersburg Airport, including luggage handling at airport. Economy class flight from St. Petersburg to Moscow. Arrival in Moscow followed by coach transfer with English-speaking guide to your hotel in the Russian capital. Moscow was founded in the 12th century, built as a wooden fortress on the banks of the Moscow River to keep out barbarian invaders from the east. Today it is a modern city with wide boulevards and green parks, yet proudly preserving its historic monuments and impressive buildings from previous eras. Dinner and accommodation at Tverskaya Marriott Hotel, a centrally located 4 star hotel.

Day 16: MOSCOW

Buffet breakfast at hotel. Morning tour of the Kremlin and Armoury Museum, with local English-speaking guide. This tour lasting approx. 3 hours has to be done on foot as no coaches are allowed inside the area. The Kremlin, which was the home, not only of the Tsars, but also of Lenin and Stalin, is surrounded by 7 metres thick walls and covers an area of 29 acres. You will pass by the Lenin Mausoleum and the grave of the unknown soldier, where brides still leave their wedding bouquets, to visit one of the impressive Russian Orthodox Cathedrals. This will be followed by a guided tour of the Armoury Museum, containing the largest collection in the world of crown jewels and coronation robes, including the wedding dress of Catherine the Great and the famous189 carat Olov diamond. You will also see the golden horse-drawn carriages of all the Tsars and many other treasures. 13.00 hrs: Lunch in Godunov Restaurant. After lunch walk through the Red Square to rejoin your coach for a panoramic city tour, including a visit to Saviour Cathedral. On this tour you will see the amazing golden, blue and green towers of the Orthodox churches, the Bolshoy Theatre, Gorkij Park ( Moscow’s largest entertainments park), the State University of Moscow, and numerous other famous sights. Return by coach to hotel. Dinner and accommodation at Tverskaya Marriott Hotel.

Day 17: MOSCOW

Buffet breakfast at hotel. Morning: Guided tour of the WW2 Memorial on Poklonnaya Hill, followed by a visit to Borodino Panorama – the largest panoramic painting of the Borodino Battle with Napoleon in 1812. Russian lunch at Sudar Restaurant. After lunch guided tour of the famous Moscow Metro, ending with a walk along the fascinating pedestrian street Arbat, known as the ’Montmartre of Moscow’. Rest of afternoon free for shopping in the GUM department store or exploring Moscow on your own. We can recommend a visit to the Pushkin Museum, famous for its collection of monuments from Ancient Egypt, or the popular Tretiakov Art Gallery. Dinner and accommodation at Tverskaya Marriott Hotel.

Day 18: MOSCOW DEPARTURE

Buffet breakfast at hotel followed by transfer with assistance to Moscow Airport for your flight home.

Price includes:

14 nights Oslo – St. Petersburg

* 13 nights accommodation including daily 3-course or buffet dinner (except on second day in Stockholm) and buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.

* 6 lunches on days 2, 6, 7, 8, 13 and 14, plus packed lunch on train Helsinki – St. Petersburg.

* 3 hours guided tours of Helsinki and 4 hours Stockholm, all entrances included.

* Panoramic tour of Bergen incl. ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløien.

* Ride on the Fl å m Railway, Fl å m-Myrdal-Fl å m.

* 2 hours cruise on the Sogn and Nærøy Fjords, and 1 hours cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

* Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier.

* All internal ferry crossings in Norway.

* Overnight cruise Stockholm – Helsinki, incl. accommodation in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC, dinner and buffet breakfast on board.

* Train Helsinki – St. Petersburg, including coach transfers between hotels and railways stations.

* Complete programme in St. Petersburg, including 3 hours city tour, visit to Peter & Paul Fortress, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Hermitage Museum/Winter Palace, excursion to Peterhof, all entrances included, hydrofoil St. Petersburg - Peterhof, 1 hour’s canal tour, plus folklore show at Nikolaevsky Palace incl. snacks during intermission and dinner at Backstage Restaurant.

* Luggage assistance at all hotels.

* Valhalla Scandinavia tour escort throughout.

* Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.

* Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Conditions on page 24.

17 nights Oslo – Moscow

All above mentioned services plus –

* 3 nights accommodation in Moscow, including daily 3-course or buffet dinner and buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotel, all rooms with private facilities.

* 3 lunches on days 15, 16 & 17.

* Flight economy class St. Petersburg – Moscow, including luggage handling at airports, and guided transfers.

* Excursion to town of Pushkin incl. visit to Catherine’s Palace.

* Complete programme in Moscow, including panoramic city tour, 3 hours visit to the Kremlin and Armoury Museum, guided Metro tour, visit to WW2 Memorial and Borodino Panorama, incl. all entrances and coach transfers between restaurants and hotel.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:

14 nights Oslo – St. Petersburg: CAD 7623.00
Single supplement: CAD 2305.00

17 nights Oslo - Moscow: CAD 9973.00
Single supplement: CAD 2937.00

 Tour Index

Scandinavian Panorama + Baltic Cruise

10 nights Copenhagen - Oslo: CAD 4857.00  

12 nights Copenhagen - Stockholm: CAD 5368.00

14 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki - Stockholm: CAD 6253.00

Guaranteed departures:

Tuesdays –
June 30
July 07, 14, 21, 28  

Day 1: ARRIVE COPENHAGEN

Arrive Copenhagen Kastrup Airport. Transfer to hotel in connection with individual flight arrivals. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby.

Day 2: COPENHAGEN

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.

Day 3: COPENHAGEN - OSLO

Morning free in Copenhagen. 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

A delicious buffet breakfast is being served as you cruise along the enchanting Oslo Fjord. Arrival in Oslo at 09.30 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. Afternoon free in Oslo. We can recommend a visit to the Munch Museum or a stroll along the Karl Johan shopping boulevard. Dinner and accommodation at Thon Hotel Opera, a modern first class hotel facing the new Opera House and located near Oslo Fjord and Harbour.

Day 5: OSLO – ULVIK

After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving via Hønefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Vøringsfoss Waterfall with a vertical drop of 180 m., the highest in Norway. Descend the amazing Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry crossing, followed by drive around the Ulvik Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and accommodation at Rica Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord.

Day 6: ULVIK - BERGEN

After buffet breakfast, start of scenic tour along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord, famous for its many fruit orchards, via the towns of Øystese and Norheimsund, arriving in Bergen around midday. Afternoon 2 hours tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, centrally located on Ole Bull’s Square, close to the pedestrian shopping streets and within walking distance of the old Bryggen harbour.

Day 7: BERGEN – FLÅM - BALESTRAND

After breakfast departure from Bergen and drive via Dale to the town of Voss.

Descend the Nærøy Valley, passing the Stalheim Canyon, to the fjordside village of Flåm. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flåm Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering ascending 2.838 feet in less than one hour. The descent from Myrdal to Flåm offers opportunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After short rest in Flåm, start of approx. 2 hours cruise by boat along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøy Fjords, both branches of the Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife.

After disembarking in Gudvangen at the head of the Nærøy Fjord, 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

Day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Day 9: BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER

After breakfast departure from your hotel by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sogn Fjord to Sogndal. The tour continues by road to Fjærland, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei at the northern end of beautiful Lake Jølster. Descend to the 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 views. Lunch will be served in a nearby mountain restaurant facing the glacier. After lunch the tour continues around the Nord Fjord 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

From the top of the famous Serpentine Road, you have the opportunity to digest some amazing views of the fjord, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church. The tour continues via Lake Vågå, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Stop for lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues alongside Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski jump, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslo fjord way below. Dinner and accommodation at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel.

Day 11: OSLO - STOCKHOLM

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

Guests on 12/14 nights tour continue by coach towards the Swedish border, crossing into the attractive province of Vãrmland to arrive in the city of Karlstad on Lake Vänern, the largest in Sweden. Lunch in Karlstad. After lunch the tour continues through a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes to reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign, a newly built first class hotel centrally located.

Day 12: STOCKHOLM

The day starts with a 4 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. 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. Afternoon free in Stockholm, with possibility to visit the amazing Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign. Please note that dinner today is not included in the program, as our experience shows that whilst in Stockholm guests prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their own choice. Your tour escort will gladly advise and make table reservations for you.

Day 13: STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI

For guests on 12 night tour Copenhagen - Stockholm, this ends after breakfast, with transfers to Stockholm Arlanda Airport to connect with individual flight departures.

Guests continuing on the Baltic Cruise to Helsinki have morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: Departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the delightful Stockholm archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinner on board. Choice of entertainment, bars, shops and casino. Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcases to and from the cabin.

Day 14: HELSINKI - STOCKHOLM

Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. Spend a whole day in this exciting city on the Baltic, retaining your cabin on the ship. Morning 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more. During the afternoon you can explore the busy market place or the many souvenir shops close to the harbour. Finnish crystal and leather goods are an excellent buy. 17.00 hrs: Embarkation for return cruise to Stockholm. Dinner and accommodation on board.

Day 15: STOCKHOLM - DEPARTURE

After a tasty buffet breakfast, arrive back in Stockholm at 09.30 hrs.

Transfer from the Silja Line terminal to Stockholm Arlanda Airport for flight home. To allow time for disembarkation, transfer to airport (situated 60 km. from Stockholm), security controls and possible delays, we advise clients not to book flights departing before 13.00 hrs.

Price includes:

10 nights Copenhagen - Oslo

* 9 nights accommodation including daily 3-course or buffet dinner (except on second inght in Stockholm) and Scandinavian buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.

* 3 lunches on days 5, 9 & 10.

* Overnight cruise Copenhagen - Oslo, incl. accommodation in 2-berth outside cabin with shower/WC, buffet dinner and breakfast on board.

* Entrance to Tivoli Gardens for dinner on day 2.

* 3 hours guided tours of Copenhagen and Oslo, incl. all entrances.

* Panorama tour of Bergen incl. ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløien.

* Ride on the Fl å m Railway, Fl å m-Myrdal-Fl å m.

* Approx. 2 hours cruise on the Sogn and Nærøy Fjords, and 1 hours cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

* Excursion in open car to the Briksdal Glacier.

* All ferry crossings.

* Luggage assistance at all hotels.

* Valhalla Scandinavia tour escort throughout.

* Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.

* Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Conditions on page 24.

12 nights Copenhagen - Stockholm

All above mentioned services plus -

* 2 nights accommodation in Stockholm including 3-course dinner first evening, and Scandinavian buffet breakfast each day, rooms with private facilities,

* Lunch in Karlstad on day 11.

* 4 hours guided tour of Stockholm, incl. entrance to City Hall.

14 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki - Stockholm

All above mentioned services plus -

* Cruise Stockholm - Helsinki - Stockholm, in 2-berth outside cabin with shower/WC, incl. 2 dinners and 2 buffet breakfasts on board.

* 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki incl. entrances.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:

10 nights Copenhagen - Oslo: CAD 4857.00
Single supplement: CAD 1307.00

12 nights Copenhagen - Stockholm: CAD 5368.00
Single supplement: CAD 1623.00

14 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki - Stockholm: CAD 6253.00
Single supplement: CAD 2103.00

 Tour Index

Grand Tour of Scandinavia

14 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki: CAD 6253.00

Guaranteed departures:

Tuesdays –
June 30
July 07, 14, 21, 28

Day 1: ARRIVE COPENHAGEN

Arrive Copenhagen Kastrup Airport. Transfer to hotel in connection with individual flight arrivals. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby.  

Day 2: COPENHAGEN

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. 

Day 3: COPENHAGEN - OSLO

Morning free in Copenhagen. 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 cruise gently 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

A delicious buffet breakfast is being served as you cruise along the enchanting Oslo Fjord. Arrival in Oslo at 09.30 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. Afternoon free in Oslo. We can recommend a visit to the Munch Museum or a stroll along the Karl Johan shopping boulevard. Dinner and accommodation at Thon Hotel Opera, ideally situated close to the Oslo Harbour and facing the new Opera House.

Day 5: OSLO – ULVIK

After breakfast departure from Oslo, driving via Hønefoss along the charming Halling Valley to the tourist resort town of Geilo. Buffet lunch at Bardøla Mountain Hotel. After lunch cross the wild Hardanger Mountain Plateau to Fossli, stopping to view the thundering Vøringsfoss Waterfall with a vertical drop of 180 m., the highest in Norway. Descend the amazing Måbødal Canyon to the idyllic Hardanger Fjord. Short ferry crossing, followed by drive around the Ulvik Fjord, a branch of the Hardanger Fjord, to the picturesque village of Ulvik. Dinner and accommodation at Rica Brakanes Hotel, ideally located on the banks of the fjord.

Day 6: ULVIK - BERGEN

After buffet breakfast, start of scenic tour along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord, famous for its many fruit orchards, via the towns of Øystese and Norheimsund, arriving in Bergen around midday. Afternoon 2 hours tour of Bergen, including a visit to the popular Fish and Flower Market, the famous Bryggen Harbour with its gabled packhouses, and the old Hanseatic Quarter. You will also ride on the funicular to Mt. Fløien, for the best views of the city and fjords way below. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Hotel Norge, centrally located on Ole Bull’s Square, close to the pedestrian shopping streets and within walking distance of the old Bryggen harbour.

Day 7: BERGEN – FLÅM - BALESTRAND

After breakfast departure from Bergen and drive via Dale to the town of Voss.

Descend the Nærøy Valley, passing the Stalheim Canyon, to the fjordside village of Flåm. Board your train for an exhilarating ride on the amazing Flåm Railway to Myrdal, a masterpiece of engineering ascending 2.838 feet in less than one hour. The descent from Myrdal to Flåm offers opportunities for photo shots of some exciting waterfalls and mountain scenery. After short rest in Flåm, start of approx. 2 hours cruise by boat along the narrow Aurlands and Nærøy Fjords, both branches of the Sogn Fjord, the longest and deepest fjord in the world. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of cascading waterfalls, sheer mountain cliffs, snow-clad peaks, and a variety of wildlife.

After disembarking in Gudvangen at the head of the Nærøy Fjord, 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

Day free in Balestrand, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding beauty and nature of the fjords. The day starts with a traditional Norwegian buffet breakfast in the hotel’s elegant dining room. You may want to spend the morning relaxing on the hotel terrace, breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the spectacular views. We can also recommend a visit to the local aquarium and art gallery, or you may prefer to rent a bike or rowing boat from the hotel, or even go on foot up to the nearest mountains. A walking tour of the village of Balestrand, with its historic buildings and other noteworthy sites can also be arranged. Dinner and accommodation at Kvikne’s Hotel.

Day 9: BALESTRAND - GEIRANGER

After breakfast departure from your hotel by ferry from Dragsvik to Hella, followed by a scenic tour along the northern side of the Sogn Fjord to Sogndal. The tour continues by road to Fjærland, passing under the Jostedal Glacier, the largest in Europe, to the village of Skei at the northern end of beautiful Lake Jølster. Descend to the 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 views. Lunch will be served in a nearby mountain restaurant facing the glacier. After lunch the tour continues around the Nord Fjord 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

From the top of the famous Serpentine Road, you have the opportunity to digest some amazing views of the fjord, before crossing the rugged Grotli Mountains to Lom, well known for its 14th century stave church. The tour continues via Lake Vågå, before descending the magnificent Gudbrands Valley to the popular tourist town of Lillehammer. Stop for lunch in Lillehammer. After lunch the journey continues alongside Lake Mjøsa, Norway’s largest lake, back to Oslo and Holmenkollen, home of the world-famous ski jump, offering unforgettable views of the city and Oslo fjord way below. Dinner and accommodation at the famous Holmenkollen Park Hotel.

Day 11: OSLO - STOCKHOLM

After breakfast departure from Oslo, continuing by coach towards the Swedish border. Cross into the attractive province of Vãrmland to arrive in the city of Kalrstad on Lake Vänern, the largest in Sweden. Lunch in Karlstad. After lunch the tour continues through a landscape of forests and sparkling lakes to reach the Swedish capital in the late afternoon. Dinner and accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign, a first class hotel opened in February 2008 and centrally located.

Day 12: STOCKHOLM

The day starts with a 4 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. 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. Afternoon free in Stockholm, with possibility to visit the famous Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign. Please note that dinner today is not included in the program, as our experience shows that whilst in Stockholm guests prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their own choice. Your tour escort will gladly advise and make table reservations for you.

Day 13: STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI

Morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: Departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the glorious archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinneron board. Choice of entertainment, bars, shops and casino. Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcases to and from the cabin.

Day 14: HELSINKI

Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. After disembarkation 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more. Afternoon free in Helsinki. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Royal Hotel, a first-class hotel conveniently located in the centre of Helsinki.

Day 15: HELSINKI DEPARTURE

Your grand tour of Scandinavia ends after buffet breakfast in hotel, with morning transfer to Helsinki Vantaa Airport to connect with your flight home.

Price includes:

14 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki

* 12 nights accommodation including daily 3-course or buffet dinner (except on second evening in Stockholm) and Scandinavian buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.

* 4 lunches on days 5, 9, 10, & 11.

* Overnight cruise Copenhagen - Oslo, incl. accommodation in 2-berth outside cabin with shower/WC, buffet dinner and breakfast on board.

* Entrance to Tivoli Gardens for dinner on day 2.

* 3 hours guided tours of Copenhagen, Oslo & Helsinki, 4 hours Stockholm, incl. all entrances.

* Panorama tour of Bergen incl. ride on the Bergen Funicular to Mt. Fløien.

* Ride on the Fl å m Railway, Fl å m-Myrdal-Fl å m.

* Approx. 2 hours cruise on Sogn and Nærøy Fjords, and 1 hours cruise on the Geiranger Fjord.

* Excursion to Briksdal Glacier in open car.

* All ferry crossings in Norway.

* Overnight cruise Stockholm - Helsinki, incl. accommodation in 2-berth outside cabin with shower/WC, dinner and buffet breakfast on board.

* Luggage assistance at all hotels.

* Valhalla Scandinavia tour escort throughout.

* Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.

* Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Conditions on page 24.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:

14 nights Copenhagen - Helsinki: CAD 6253.00
Single supplement: CAD 2015.00

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Grand Tour of Scandinavia + St. Petersburg & Moscow

17 nights Copenhagen – St. Petersburg: from CAD 9025.00 

20 nights Copenhagen – Moscow: from CAD 11425.00

Guaranteed departures:

Tuesdays –
June 30
July 14* & 28

*= 17 nights Copenhagen – St. Petersburg tour only.

Day 1: ARRIVE COPENHAGEN

Transfer from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby.

Days 2 – 14: COPENHAGEN - HELSINKI

Same program as Grand Tour of Scandinavia, days 2 – 14 (please see above). Dinner and accommodation at Radisson SAS Royal Hotel.

Day 15: HELSINKI - ST. PETERSBURG

Early breakfast followed by transfer by coach from hotel to railway station. 07.42 hrs: Departure from Helsinki on Finnish train ’Sibelius’ for St. Petersburg. Lunch box on train. 14.26 hrs: Arrival in St. Petersburg. Coach transfer from railway station to hotel combined with visit to Peter & Paul Fortress, burial place of the Russian Tsars, and St. Isaac’s Cathedral. Welcome dinner incl.shot of vodka and 1 glass wine, and accommodation at Ambassador Hotel, a four star hotel located in the city centre, near the famous Mariinsky Theatre.

Day 16: ST. PETERSBURG

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.30 hrs: 3 hours panoramic tour of the city by coach with local English-speaking guide. St. Petersburg is a city of outstanding architectural beauty, famous for its magnificent palaces, cathedrals, fountains and bridges. 12.30 hrs: Lunch at the Hermitage Restaurant. 14.00: Tour of the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum and the State Rooms of the Winter Palace. Return to hotel. Dinner and accommodation at Ambassador Hotel.

Day 17: ST. PETERSBURG

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.00 hrs: Departure by hydrofoil for Peterhof, the magnificent summer residence of all the Russian Tsars. Tour of the Lower Park including Monplaisir, Bath House (inside visit), Grand Cascades etc. Return to the city by coach. 13.30 hrs: Lunch at the Restaurant Adamant.

After lunch, 1 hour’s guided boatcruise along the rivers and canals of St. Petersburg. This evening you will be taken to see a colourful Russian folklore show at the Nikolaevsky Palace, with snacks during the intermission. Dinner at the Backstage Restaurant of the Mariinsky Theatre. Accommodation at Ambassador Hotel. 

Day 18: ST. PETERSBURG – MOSCOW

For guests on the 17 night tour Copenhagen – St. Petersburg, this ends after buffet breakfast at hotel with transfers to St. Petersburg Airport to connect with homeward flights.

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.00 hrs: Guests continuing to Moscow have excursion to town of Pushkin including tour of Catherine’s Palace with its famous Amber Room. 12.00 hrs: Lunch at Admiralty Restaurant. After lunch coach transfer with guided assistance to St. Petersburg Airport, including luggage handling at airport. Economy class flight from St. Petersburg to Moscow. Arrival in Moscow followed by coach transfer with English-speaking guide to your hotel in the Russian capital. Moscow was founded in the 12th century, built as a wooden fortress on the banks of the Moscow River to keep out barbarian invaders from the east. Today it is a modern city with wide boulevards and green parks, yet proudly preserving its historic monuments and impressive buildings from previous eras. Dinner and accommodation at Tverskaya Marriott Hotel, a centrally located 4 star hotel.

Day 19: MOSCOW

Buffet breakfast at hotel. Morning tour of the Kremlin and Armoury Museum, with local English-speaking guide. This tour lasting approx. 3 hours has to be done on foot as no coaches are allowed inside the area. The Kremlin, which was the home, not only of the Tsars, but also of Lenin and Stalin, is surrounded by 7 metres thick walls and covers an area of 29 acres. You will pass by the Lenin Mausoleum and the grave of the unknown soldier, where brides still leave their wedding bouquets, to visit one of the impressive Russian Orthodox Cathedrals. This will be followed by a guided tour of the Armoury Museum, containing the largest collection in the world of crown jewels and coronation robes, including the wedding dress of Catherine the Great and the famous189 carat Olov diamond. You will also see the golden horse-drawn carriages of all the Tsars and many other treasures. 13.00 hrs: Lunch in Godunov Restaurant. After lunch walk through the Red Square to rejoin your coach for a panoramic city tour, including a visit to Saviour Cathedral. On this tour you will see the amazing golden, blue and green towers of the Orthodox churches, the Bolshoy Theatre, Gorkij Park ( Moscow’s largest entertainments park), the State University of Moscow, and numerous other famous sights. Return by coach to hotel. Dinner and accommodation at Tverskaya Marriott Hotel.

Day 20: MOSCOW

Buffet breakfast at hotel. Morning: Guided tour of the WW2 Memorial on Poklonnaya Hill, followed by a visit to Borodino Panorama – the largest panoramic painting of the Borodino Battle with Napoleon in 1812. Russian lunch at Sudar Restaurant. After lunch guided tour of the famous Moscow Metro, ending with a walk along the fascinating pedestrian street Arbat, known as the ’Montmartre of Moscow’. Rest of afternoon free for shopping in the GUM department store or exploring Moscow on your own. We can recommend a visit to the Pushkin Museum, famous for its collection of monuments from Ancient Egypt, or the popular Tretiakov Art Gallery. Dinner and accommodation at Tverskaya Marriott Hotel.

Day 21: MOSCOW DEPARTURE

Buffet breakfast at hotel followed by transfer with assistance to Moscow Airport for your flight home.  

Price includes:

17 nights Copenhagen – St. Petersburg

20 nights Copenhagen – Moscow

All above-mentioned services plus –

* 3 nights accommodation in Moscow, including daily 3-course or buffet dinner and buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotel, all rooms with private facilities.

* 3 lunches on days 18, 19 & 20.

* Flight economy class St. Petersburg – Moscow, including luggage handling at airports, and guided transfers.

* Excursion to town of Pushkin incl. visit to Catherine’s Palace.

* Complete programme in Moscow, including panoramic city tour, 3 hours visit to the Kremlin and Armoury Museum, guided Metro tour, visit to WW2 Memorial and Borodino Panorama, incl. all entrances and coach transfers between restaurants and hotel.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:  

17 nights Copenhagen – St. Petersburg:
Single supplement: CAD 2886.00

20 nights Copenhagen - Moscow:
Single supplement: CAD 3556.00

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Pearls of the Baltic

7 nights Stockholm - St. Petersburg: from CAD 4604.00

Guaranteed departures:

Fridays -
July 10, 24
August 07

Day 1: STOCKHOLM

Arrive Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Transfer to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby. Dinner and accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign, a newly opened (February 2008) first class hotel in the city centre.

Day 2: STOCKHOLM

The day starts with a 4 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. 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. Afternoon free in Stockholm, with possibility to visit the famous Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign. Please note that dinner today is not included in the program, as our experience shows that whilst in Stockholm guests prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their own choice. Your tour escort will gladly advise and make table reservations for you.

Day 3: STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI

Morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: Departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the picturesque Stockholm archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinner on board. Choice of entertainment, bars, shops and casino. Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) 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: HELSINKI

Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. After disembarkation 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more. During the afternoon you can explore the busy market place or the many souvenir shops close to the harbour. Finnish crystal and leather goods are an excellent buy. Dinner and accommodation at the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel, another first class hotel centrally located.

Day 5: HELSINKI - ST. PETERSBURG

Early breakfast followed by transfer by coach from hotel to railway station. 07.42 hrs: Departure from Helsinki on Finnish train ’Sibelius’ for St. Petersburg. Lunch box on train. 14.26 hrs: Arrival in St. Petersburg. Coach transfer from railway station to hotel combined with visit to Peter & Paul Fortress, burial place of the Russian Tsars, and St. Isaac’s Cathedral. Welcome dinner incl.shot of vodka and 1 glass wine, and accommodation at Ambassador Hotel, a four star hotel located in the city centre, near the famous Mariinsky Theatre.

Day 6: ST. PETERSBURG

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.30 hrs: 3 hours panoramic tour of the city by coach with local English-speaking guide. St. Petersburg is a city of outstanding architectural beauty, famous for its magnificent palaces, cathedrals, fountains and bridges. 12.30 hrs: Lunch at the Hermitage Restaurant. 14.00: Tour of the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum and the State Rooms of the Winter Palace. Return to hotel. Dinner and accommodation at Ambassador Hotel.

Day 7: ST. PETERSBURG

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.00 hrs: Departure by hydrofoil for Peterhof, the magnificent summer residence of all the Russian Tsars. Tour of the Lower Park including Monplaisir, Bath House (inside visit), Grand Cascades etc. Return to the city by coach. 13.30 hrs: Lunch at the Restaurant Adamant. After lunch, 1 hour’s guided cruise by boat along the rivers and canals of St. Petersburg. This evening you will be taken to see a colourful Russian folklore show at the Nikolaevsky Palace, with snacks during the intermission. Dinner at the Backstage Restaurant of the Mariinsky Theatre. Accommodation at Ambassador Hotel.

Day 8: ST. PETERSBURG DEPARTURE

This tour of the three most beautiful cities of the Baltic ends after breakfast, with transfers to St. Petersburg Airport in connection with your flight home.

Price includes:

7 nights Stockholm - St. Petersburg

* 6 nights accommodation including daily 3-course or buffet dinner (except on second night in Stockholm in Stockholm) and buffet breakfast, in centrally located first class hotels, all rooms with private facilities.

* 2 lunches on days 6 & 7, plus lunch box on train on day 5.

* 4 hours guided tour of Stockholm, 3 hours Helsinki, all entrances included.

* Overnight cruise Stockholm - Helsinki, incl. accommodation in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC, dinner and buffet breakfast on board.

* Complete programme in St. Petersburg, including 3 hours city tour, visit to Peter & Paul Fortress, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Hermitage Museum and Winter Palace, excursion to Peterhof, all entrances included, hydrofoil St. Petersburg - Peterhof , 1 hour’s guided canal tour, plus folklore show at Nikolaevsky Palace incl. snacks during intermission and dinner at Backstage Restaurant.

* Train Helsinki – St. Petersburg, incl. transfers between hotels and railway stations.

* Luggage assistance at all hotels.

* Valhalla Scandinavia tour escort throughout.

* Transportation by modern deluxe coach with reclining seats etc.

* Transfers airport/hotel on first and last days. Transfers to/from a different airport than the one mentioned in the tour programme may incur a supplement. Please refer to Airport Transfers under General Information & Conditions on page 24.

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room: from CAD 4604.00
Single supplement: CAD 1661.00

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Pearls of the Baltic + Moscow

10 nights Stockholm - Moscow: from CAD 7004.00

Guaranteed departures:

Fridays –
July 10,
August 07

Day 1: STOCKHOLM

Arrive Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Transfer to hotel in connection with your flight arrival. Your tour escort will meet you at 19.50 hrs in the hotel lobby. Dinner and accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign, a first class hotel (opened February 2008) located in the city centre.

Day 2: STOCKHOLM

The day starts with a 4 hours guided tour of the city. Famous sights include the Royal Palace, Parliament Buildings, Cathedral, Royal Theatre, etc. You will also visit the enchanting Old Town (Gamla Stan) with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. 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. Afternoon free in Stockholm, with possibility to visit the famous Wasa Museum or take one of the popular canal tours. Accommodation at the Clarion Hotel Sign. Please note that dinner today is not included in the program, as our experience shows that whilst in Stockholm guests prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their own choice. Your tour escort will gladly advise and make table reservations for you. 

Day 3: STOCKHOLM - HELSINKI

Morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon transfer from hotel to pier, for embarkation on a luxurious cruise ferry of the Silja Line. 17.00 hrs: Departure of cruise from Stockholm, sailing slowly down the picturesque Stockholm archipelago past numerous small islands. Dinner on board. Choice of entertainment, bars, shops and casino. Accommodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) 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: HELSINKI

Enjoy your buffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. After disembarkation 3 hours guided tour of Helsinki. Famous sights include the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, Sibelius Park & Monument, Underground Temple, and much more. During the afternoon you can explore the busy market place or the many souvenir shops close to the harbour. Finnish crystal and leather goods are an excellent buy. Dinner and accommodation at the Radisson SAS Royal Hotel, another first class hotel centrally located.

Day 5: HELSINKI - ST. PETERSBURG

Early breakfast followed by transfer by coach from hotel to railway station. 07.42 hrs: Departure from Helsinki on Finnish train ’Sibelius’ for St. Petersburg. Lunch box on train. 14.26 hrs: Arrival in St. Petersburg. Coach transfer from railway station to hotel combined with visit to Peter & Paul Fortress, burial place of the Russian Tsars, and St. Isaac’s Cathedral. Welcome dinner ncl.shot of vodka and 1 glass wine, and accommodation at Ambassador Hotel, a four star hotel located in the city centre, near the famous Mariinsky Theatre.

Day 6: ST. PETERSBURG

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.30 hrs: 3 hours panoramic tour of the city by coach with local English-speaking guide. St. Petersburg is a city of outstanding architectural beauty, famous for its magnificent palaces, cathedrals, fountains and bridges. 12.30 hrs: Lunch at the Hermitage Restaurant. 14.00: Tour of the world-famous Hermitage Art Museum and the State Rooms of the Winter Palace. Return to hotel. Dinner and accommodation at Ambassador Hotel.

Day 7: ST. PETERSBURG

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.00 hrs: Departure by hydrofoil for Peterhof, the magnificent summer residence of all the Russian Tsars. Tour of the Lower Park including Monplaisir, Bath House (inside visit), Grand Cascades etc. Return to the city by coach.  13.30 hrs: Lunch at the Restaurant Adamant. After lunch, 1 hour’s guided cruise by boat along the rivers and canals of St. Petersburg. This evening you will be taken to see a colourful Russian folklore show at the Nikolaevsky Palace, with snacks during the intermission. Dinner at the Backstage Restaurant of the Mariinsky Theatre. Accommodation at Ambassador Hotel.

Day 8: ST. PETERSBURG – MOSCOW

Buffet breakfast at hotel. 09.00 hrs: Excursion to town of Pushkin including tour of Catherine’s Palace with its famous Amber Room. 12.00 hrs: Lunch at Admiralty Restaurant. After lunch coach transfer with guided assistance to St. Petersburg Airport, including luggage handling at airport. Economy class flight from St. Petersburg to Moscow. Arrival in Moscow followed by coach transfer with English-speaking guide to your hotel in the Russian capital. Moscow was founded in the 12th century, built as a wooden fortress on the banks of the Moscow River to keep out barbarian invaders from the east. Today it is a modern city with wide boulevards and green parks, yet proudly preserving its historic monuments and impressive buildings from previous eras. Dinner and accommodation at Tverskaya Marriott Hotel, a centrally located 4 star hotel.

Day 9: MOSCOW

Buffet breakfast at hotel. Morning tour of the Kremlin and Armoury Museum, with local English-speaking guide. This tour lasting approx. 3 hours has to be done on foot as no coaches are allowed inside the area. The Kremlin, which was the home, not only of the Tsars, but also of Lenin and Stalin, is surrounded by 7 metres thick walls and covers an area of 29 acres. You will pass by the Lenin Mausoleum and the grave of the unknown soldier, where brides still leave their wedding bouquets, to visit one of the impressive Russian Orthodox Cathedrals. This will be followed by a guided tour of the Armoury Museum, containing the largest collection in the world of crown jewels and coronation robes, including the wedding dress of Catherine the Great and the famous189 carat Olov diamond. You will also see the golden horse-drawn carriages of all the Tsars and many other treasures.13.00 hrs: Lunch in Godunov Restaurant. After lunch walk through the Red Square to rejoin your coach for a panoramic city tour, including a visit to Saviour Cathedral. On this tour you will see the amazing golden, blue and green towers of the Orthodox churches, the Bolshoy Theatre, Gorkij Park ( Moscow’s largest entertainments park), the State University of Moscow, and numerous other famous sights. Return by coach to hotel. Dinner and accommodation at Tverskaya Marriott Hotel.

Day 10: MOSCOW

Buffet breakfast at hotel. Morning: Guided tour of the WW2 Memorial on Poklonnaya Hill, followed by a visit to Borodino Panorama – the largest panoramic painting of the Borodino Battle with Napoleon in 1812. Russian lunch at Sudar Restaurant. After lunch guided tour of the famous Moscow Metro, ending with a walk along the fascinating pedestrian street Arbat, known as the ’Montmartre of Moscow’. Rest of afternoon free for shopping in the GUM department store or exploring Moscow on your own. We can recommend a visit to the Pushkin Museum, famous for its collection of monuments from Ancient Egypt, or the popular retiakov Art Gallery. Dinner and accommodation at Tverskaya Marriott Hotel.

Day 11: MOSCOW DEPARTURE

Buffet breakfast at hotel followed by transfer with assistance to Moscow Airport for your flight home.

Price includes:

10 nights Stockholm - Moscow

Prices per person sharing twin-bedded room:

10 nights Stockholm - Moscow: from CAD 7004.00
Single supplement: CAD 2211

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General Information & Conditions

Guaranteed departures

All Escorted Coach Tours featured in this programme have guaranteed departures. This means that all tours will be performed regardless of the number of participants. Moreover all the tours in this programme are operated exclusively by Valhalla Partners Scandinavia, and therefore not dependant upon the support or cooperation of other tour operators.

Additional services

Valhalla Scandinavia will be pleased to supply on request, prices of additional services, for example extra hotel nights at the start or end of your tour, transfers, ferries, etc.

Hotels

All hotels in this programme are rated as first class (i.e. 4 or 5 stars by Scandinavian standards), and have in addition been selected because of their excellent locations. All city hotels, except for the Holmenkollen Park Hotel, are centrally located, whilst fjord hotels are situated in areas of outstanding natural beauty and close proximity to their respective fjords. The Holmenkollen Park Hotel has been specially chosen for its unique location, overlooking both the city of Oslo and the Oslo Fjord.

Hotel rooms

Hotel rooms in Scandinavia are normally furnished with twin beds, which can be moved together to form a double bed or placed separately. Please note that single rooms are generally smaller than doubles, and are often equipped with a shower instead of a bath. Purpose-built triple or family rooms are likewise unusual in Scandinavian hotels. Whilst it is possible for 3 persons to share a room, this will normally be a double room with an extra bed, with correspondingly less space to move about in.

Meals

Dinner (3 courses or Scandinavian buffet) and buffet breakfast are included during every day of the tour except on second evening in Stockholm, including dinner on day of arrival and buffet breakfast on day of departure. Please note that in Stockholm we have found that the majority of clients prefer to eat dinner at a restaurant of their own choice. In Russia, both lunch and dinner are included every day. On days which are mostly spent travelling by coach inside Scandinavia, lunch is also included. Days on which lunch is included, are carefully indicated under the list of services for each tour.

Please note that hotel kitchens in Scandinavia normally close around 22.00 hrs, and that in the case of late arrivals it may not be possible to serve dinner after this time. We regret that no refund can be made to clients who arrive too late for dinner. Similarly no refund can be made for clients who are unable to take breakfast at the hotel because of early flight departures. Beverages are not included in the tour price, except where specifically stated in the itinerary. Vegetarian or special diet meals can normally be arranged, however these must be requested at the time of booking.

Extra nights: Clients who have reserved extra nights before the start or after the end of a tour have Scandinavian buffet breakfast included each day.

Service charges, tips and taxes

All service charges and taxes at restaurants and hotels are included in the tour price, therefore tipping is not necessary. Gratuities to your tour manager and driver are, according to custom, entirely at your own discretion.

Luggage

Passengers may bring 1 piece of luggage per person on the coach. Hand luggage must be stowed on the overhead sheVLF. For reasons of security and as a precaution against theft, we strongly advise the use of hardback suitcases which can be locked. On domestic flights inside Scandinavia and Russia, passengers are allowed a maximum of 20 kilos of luggage per person.

Luggage handling

The carrying of 1 piece of luggage per person between the coach and your hotel room during the tour is always included in the tour price. Because of security regulations, passengers are normally required to collect and deliver their own luggage at airports.

City sightseeing tours

These are guided by a local authorised guide. Museums and other places to which entrance is included, are specified in the list of services for each tour. The mention of a famous sight, such as a royal palace, does not imply that entrance to this place is included in the program.

Panorama tours

A panorama tour is intended to familiarise you with the city or town by showing you the major points of interest. Transportation may be by coach or on foot, and the tour may be conducted by a local guide or by your tour escort. A panorama tour does not include any entrances.

Airport transfers

Transfers by car, taxi or bus between the local airport mentioned in the tour itinerary and your hotel on both arrival and departure are always included in the price of our escorted coach tours. Transfers will be arranged to coincide as conveniently as possible with your flight arrival and departure times. All clients will be met at the airport, in the arrivals hall past the customs and passport control, by the driver or a representative of Valhalla Partners Scandinavia, who will carry a sign displaying the surnames of the passengers.

In the case of delayed arrivals due to flight changes or any other causes, then Valhalla Partners Scandinavia is no longer responsible for providing the transfer.

We regret that no refund can be given to clients who do not make use of the transfer offered in the tour program.

For clients arriving or departing on a different day from that published in the tour programme, Valhalla Partners Scandinavia will be pleased to arrange a special transfer, however such transfers will be subject to a supplement, available on request.

Please note that certain airlines now offer cheaper flights to alternative airports from the main city airport, even though these airlines may advertise the destination as Oslo, Stockholm, etc. Such airports can be situated more than 2 hours drive from your hotel. If you are arriving at or departing from a different airport from the one mentioned in the tour program, it is essential that Valhalla Partners Scandinavia is informed about this in advance. Supplements for transfers to/from other airports will gladly be given on request.

Tour escorts

All coach tours are accompanied by an experienced English-speaking tour escort. The tour escort will normally meet you in the lobby at your hotel at 19.50 hrs in the evening on the first day of the tour. Valhalla Partners Scandinavia does not operate bilingual or multilingual tours.

Prices

The prices of our Escorted Coach Tours are quoted in both Euros and US Dollars. Clients resident in the United States will normally be invoiced in US dollars, clients in all other countries will be invoiced in Euros, unless payment in another currency has been specifically requested and confirmed at time of booking. Once a booking has been accepted, the currency cannot be changed. Valhalla Partners Scandinavia guarantees no changes in the prices published in this brochure. A detailed list of all services included in the tour price is to be found under each tour.

Any extra expenses incurred by the client during the tour, for example use of telephone, hotel mini-bars, etc. must be paid directly by the client to the hotel or other provider of such services, before departure.

Booking Conditions

Reservations

All the tours and services in this brochure may be booked through any authorised travel agent in the world.

A deposit equal to 25% of the tour price is payable within 14 days after your booking has been confirmed. The balance is payable not later than 30 days prior to the start of the tour. In the event of a tour being booked less than 30 days prior to the start of the tour, a booking will first be deemed to be confirmed as soon as the tour price has been paid in full. A booking is deemed to be an acceptance of the conditions stated in this brochure.

Children

Out of consideration to other passengers, and because such tours are generally considered unsuitable for younger children, Valhalla Partners Scandinavia will not allow children under 12 years of age on its escorted coach tours. Children between the ages of 12 and 18 will only be accepted if accompanied by an adult.

Payments:

All payments should be made by bank transfer to the account specified on our invoice.

Cancellations & refunds

Cancellations must be made in writing. If you should cancel your tour more than 30 days before the start of the tour, then any payments already received will be automatically refunded, less the deduction of a cancellation fee equal to 10% of the tour price. Cancellations received between 30 and 7 days prior to the start of the tour will be subject to a 25% cancellation fee. In the event of a cancellation being received later than 7 days prior to the start of the tour, or in the case of a no-show, Valhalla Partners Scandinavia reserves the right to charge the full tour price. We recommend you to ask your travel agent for details of cancellation insurance.

Passports & visas

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of a valid passport before the start of your tour. Certain nationalities may also require a visa for visiting the Scandinavian countries - your travel agent will be pleased to advise you. All nationalities require a visa for visiting St. Petersburg and/or Moscow, which may be obtained from your nearest Russian consulate or embassy. Valhalla Partners Scandinavia will be happy to supply on request a visa support letter to help expedite the issuing of a visa.

Luggage and accident insurance

We strongly recommend you to take out luggage and accident insurance. Your travel agent will be happy to arrange this. Proof of accident insurance is invariably required in connection with visa applications. Valhalla Partners Scandinavia cannot be held responsible for loss of luggage or other personal belongings, or for personal injury, accident or illness. Furthermore Valhalla Partners Scandinavia cannot be required to make any refund in the event of a tour being totally or partially cancelled due to personal injury, accident or illness, once the tour has started.

Complaints

If you should have any reason for complaint during the tour, then your tour escort must be notified at once, so that the complaint can be rectified on the spot. In the unlikely event of a complaint not being resolved immediately, then any claims must be made in writing to your travel agent or direct to Valhalla Partners Scandinavia, within 7 days after the completion of your tour.

Responsibility

Whilst every endeavour has been made to ensure that the services offered by the hotels, transportation companies and other contracted suppliers, are of a high standard and in compliance with local laws and regulations, Valhalla Partners Scandinavia cannot be held responsible for any infringements or omissions by third parties. Similarly Valhalla Partners Scandinavia and its agents and contractors cannot be held responsible for any personal injuries or losses caused by force majeure, or by events outside its control, such as strikes and delayed air flights. Valhalla Partners Scandinavia reserves the right to make any changes in the tour which it deems to be in the best interests of the passengers.

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