Explore Geiranger Fjord with a cruise, a trip up Dalsnibba Mountain and a drive along Trollstiegen.
In Norway, visit an orchard situated on the edge of a pristine fjord. After a tour, morning tea will be served.
Step aboard the Flåm Railway for a journey on one of Europe’s most scenic railways.
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Arrive in Copenhagen and be transferred to your hotel. Get to know your APT Tour Director and fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception this evening.
Stay: Two Nights, Copenhagen, Radisson Blu Royal Hotel
Join a local guide and tour Copenhagen. Admire Amalienborg Palace, originally built in the 1750s and is still the prime residence of the Danish Royal Family. Tonight at the beautiful Tivoli Gardens, enjoy a delicious dinner in this majestic setting.
Daily :Take an included flight to Bergen in Norway. Enjoy dinner in a local restaurant tonight.
Stay: Two Nights, Bergen, Hotel Norge by Scandic
Daily :Enjoy time to explore the wondrous city of Bergen, surrounded by spectacular mountains and fjords.
Daily :Visit a fjordside fruit farm, in the area known as ‘Norway’s fruit orchard’, where you will stop for morning tea. Afterwards, enjoy a cruise on the pristine Hardangerfjord, the fourth longest fjord in the world, before arriving in Lofthus.
Stay: Lofthus, Hotel Ullensvang
Daily :Visit the village of Gudvangen, where you will enjoy a relaxing cruise on Nærøyfjord, a sublime fjord that is surrounded by towering mountains up to 1,700 metres high. Take a ride on the Flåm Railway, a mountainous rail line often considered to be one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world.
Stay: Flåm, Fretheim Hotel
Daily :Travel to Geiranger stopping along the way at Briksdal Glacier. Ride to the glacier in a ‘troll car’ and enjoy lunch.
Stay: Two Nights, Geiranger, Hotel Union in a guaranteed Fjord View Room
Daily :Subject to weather conditions, delight in a visit to Dalsnibba Mountain. Afterwards, take a cruise on Geiranger Fjord. Be astounded by the deep blue waters of this UNESCO-protected area, engulfed by majestic mountain peaks.
Daily :On your way to Ålesund, journey on the Trollstiegen road, one of the most scenic roads in the world.
Stay: Ålesund, Hotel Brosundet
Daily :Fly to Oslo and enjoy a city tour, including a visit to the Kon-Tiki Museum, which details the expeditions of Thor Heyerdahl, including Kon-Tiki, Easter Island and Tùcume.
Stay: Oslo, Grand Hotel
Daily :Maybe take a guided Moose Safari. Head off on a nature hike keeping a close watch for moose and other animals. Return to camp for an outdoor dinner. Alternatively, you may prefer to embark on a guided Beaver Safari during which you’ll cruise a lake, followed by an outdoor dinner. Those who prefer to stay in can enjoy a relaxing spa experience and dinner within the hotel.
Upon arrival at Färna Herrgård in Sweden, choose your evening activity.
Stay: Färna Herrgård and Spa
Daily :Enjoy a leisurely start before departing for Stockholm. Visit Sigtuna, Sweden’s oldest town which features a medieval town square, low built wooden houses, old church ruins and runic stones. Tonight, enjoy dinner at renowned local restaurant, Eriks Gondolen.
Stay: Two Nights, Stockholm, Grand Hotel
Daily :Lovers of literature might like to tour locations mentioned in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo books and films. Foodies can visit Gamla Stan market halls and dining hot spots. Or explore Uppsala during a walking tour.
Discover Stockholm on a city tour, including a visit to the Vasa Ship Museum. Later, choose your activity.
Daily :Fly to Helsinki, where a guided tour takes you to sights including the Temppeliaukio Rock Church.
Stay: Two Nights, Helsinki, Hotel Kämp
Daily :Cook salmon by an open fire followed by lunch at a Lappish-style teepee. Enjoy wild herb tea accompanied by a Sami singer.
Spend a day in Nuuksio National Park, where an authentic encounter has been arranged.
Daily :Board the Allegro high-speed train to St Petersburg.
Stay: St Petersburg, Kempinski Hotel Moika 22
Daily :Travel to the imperial residence of Peterhof Palace, where you will enjoy a guided tour. Later, board your river ship.
Stay: 10 Nights, MS Valentina
Daily :Tonight, appreciate Russia’s arts scene as you delight in a breathtaking private ballet performance at the Hermitage Theatre, one of the oldest theatres in St Petersburg.
After breakfast today, head out to enjoy a tour of the lavish Catherine Palace and grounds, which was constructed in the 18th century as a summer palace for the Empress. After spending time exploring here, spend the afternoon at your leisure to take in the sights of St Petersburg.
Daily :Experience a special tour of the State Hermitage before the museum is open to the public. A highlight is the chance to take in the exclusive Hermitage Peacock Clock Ceremony. Acquired by Catherine the Great in 1781, the Peacock Clock is a large automated clock featuring three life-sized mechanical birds.
Take a Hydrofoil ride over the waters of the Neva River to the State Hermitage for a tour of the museum. Forming part of the Winter Palace, it is home to Russia’s royal art collection of more than three million works.
Daily :After cruising through the night, dock in Mandrogi, a charming village teeming with traditional houses. Afterwards, spend time at leisure to look around and browse the handmade trinkets for sale.
Daily :Situated on Lake Onega, Kizhi is home to some of Russia’s most amazing wooden architecture. Explore the open-air museum of wooden buildings and marvel at the World Heritage-listed Transfiguration Church, built in 1714 without the use of a single nail.
Daily :Today cruise onto the White Lake, then dock in Goritsy, a small and peaceful farming town. Your guided tour here includes a visit to the Monastery of St Cyril on the White Lake and its Museum of Icons.
Daily :Today stop in the historic Golden Ring city, Yaroslavl. Founded by Prince Yaroslav the Wise in 1010, this is one of Russia’s oldest cities, tracing its roots back to the Vikings. Here, a sightseeing tour illuminates the city’s history through its glorious architecture, including Spassky Monastery and the Church of Elia the Prophet.
Daily :On a guided tour, visit the Kremlin and the Church of St Demetrios on the Blood. Alternatively, you may wish to visit the Hydroelectric Station and Hydropower Engineering Museum.
Dock in another Golden Ring city, Uglich. Here, select your preferred activity.
Daily :Dock in Moscow this afternoon and enjoy an insightful tour of Red Square and St Basil’s Cathedral.
Daily :Gain an insight into the history of space exploration with a visit to the Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics, situated at the base of a 100-metre titanium obelisk. Alternatively, explore Tretyakov Art Gallery, Russia’s national gallery.
Take a guided tour of the Armoury Museum within the walls of the Kremlin, a historic fortified complex that was once the royal residence of the Tsars. Later, personalise your experience with a choice of activities.
Daily :Marvel at some of Moscow’s unique Metro stations, which feature chandeliers and marble statues. This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner, accompanied by traditional Russian folklore.
Stay: Moscow, Hotel Baltschug Kempinksi
Daily :Transfer to the airport.
Daily :Take in breathtaking scenery as you glide your way through Russia on our stylish and comfortable river ship.
View Ship DetailsStay close to wilderness and wildlife at this country manor, and enjoy spa experiences along with delicious cuisine.
Overlooking the Royal Palace and Stockholm's old town, stay at the Grand Hotel Stockholm for a memorable experience.
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