Absolute North – 11 nights – 12 days

Detailed Itinerary

DAY 1: COPENHAGEN

Welcome to Copenhagen! We’ll transfer you to the hotel, and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

DAY 2: COPENHAGEN - ODENSE - AARHUS

In the morning, we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of the Danish capital with a local guide. COPENHAGEN, the largest Scandinavian city, is full of contrasts, featuring the popular Tivoli Gardens, Christiansborg Palace, the charming terraces of Nyhavn, and the iconic Little Mermaid statue.

In the late morning, we’ll journey to Jutland. Our route includes crossing a 20 km bridge over the sea and stopping at ODENSE, where we can explore its Gothic cathedral and H.C. Andersen’s House. Upon arrival in AARHUS, you’ll have free time.

DAY 3: AARHUS - KRISTIANSAND FERRY - KRISTIANSAND - STAVANGER

We’ll travel to HIRTSHALS and take a ferry across the North Sea to NORWAY, embarking on a three-hour voyage to KRISTIANSAND. From there, we’ll continue along Norway’s stunning southern coastline. Our next stop will be the charming little town of FLEKKEFJORD.

We’ll then arrive in STAVANGER, a picturesque town with a bustling port by the fjord.

Note: The ferry schedule may vary depending on the month, but you will normally have time for lunch on the boat.

DAY 4: STAVANGER - BERGEN

Upon leaving the city, we’ll stop at the Swords in Rock monument, a tribute to the Viking era, before continuing our scenic route through tunnels, bridges, and some segments by boat along the fjord coast of NORWAY. One of these undersea tunnels is the deepest in the world. The two boat trips will make this part of the journey both relaxing and spectacular.

We’ll arrive in BERGEN at lunchtime and take a cable car up Mount Fløyen for amazing views of the town and the Bergen fjord. Afterwards, you’ll have leisure time to explore the capital city of fjords.

DAY 5: BERGEN - SOGNEFJORD - OSLO

Today, we’ll experience more breathtaking landscapes, including Norway’s fjords, glaciers, lakes, and forests. Our journey will take us to SOGNEFJORD, the largest fjord in Norway. Along the way, we’ll stop at the stunning TVINDEFOSSEN WATERFALL.

Then, we’ll embark on a magnificent cruise between GUDVANGEN and AURLAND, enjoying the stunning scenery during this hour-and-a-half voyage. We suggest having lunch on board. Continuing our adventure, we’ll traverse magnificent snow-covered landscapes and pass through the Aurland Tunnel, the longest in the world. We’ll make a brief stop to admire the exterior of Borgund Stave Church, considered the best-preserved medieval wooden church in Norway. Finally, we’ll arrive in OSLO with free time to explore the port, main streets, and the artwork in Frogner Park.

DAY 6: OSLO - OREBRO - STOCKHOLM

We include a panoramic tour of the Norwegian capital with a local guide. This city blends vibrant modern architecture with classical buildings, stunning scenery, and large parks with sculptures. Oslo has been named the European Green Capital. After the tour, you´ll have free time to explore on your own.

Next, we’ll depart for Sweden, passing through landscapes of forests and lakes. Our next stop is Örebro, a historic town by a beautiful lake, with a castle and a charming old town. Enjoy some time for a stroll before we continue to Stockholm, arriving in the evening.

DAY 7: STOCKHOLM

Today, we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of this beautiful capital city, built on 14 interconnected islands. We’ll visit Gamla Stan, also known as “the city between bridges”, the lively old quarter filled with monumental buildings such as the Nobel Prize Museum, located right beside the main square of Stortorget, which honors Nobel Prize winners, the Cathedral, and the Royal Palace.

Whenever possible, we’ll enjoy the stunning views from the Fjällgatan viewpoint. Afterwards, you’ll have leisure time to explore. We recommend visiting the museums and parks. Optionally, you can visit the City Hall and the Vasa Museum.

DAY 8: STOCKHOLM - STOCKHOLM - TURKU FERRY

Enjoy a free day in STOCKHOLM. In the evening, we’ll board a modern ferry for an overnight journey to FINLAND. Accommodation will be in double en-suite cabins.

DAY 9: STOCKHOLM - TURKU FERRY - NAANTALI - HELSINKI

As we arrive in FINLAND, we recommend heading to the ship’s deck for sunrise to enjoy the mesmerizing landscapes as we sail past the Åland Islands, a collection of hundreds of forested islands.

After disembarking the ferry, you’ll have time to explore TURKU, a city with a strong Swedish influence. We’ll then continue our journey to the neighboring city of NAANTALI, a picturesque town with charming wooden houses by the sea. Our travels will take us to HELSINKI, where we’ll arrive around lunchtime. In the afternoon, you’ll have leisure time to explore the city, including its old market, Russian-influenced buildings, and beautiful churches.

DAY 10: HELSINKI - HELSINKI - TALLINN FERRY - TALLINN

We’ll embark on an included boat trip to the SUOMENLINNA ISLANDS, six islands home to a magnificent fortress that once protected the city’s entrance and is now a World Heritage Site.

Take some time to explore, crossing the islands via pedestrian bridges. In the afternoon, we’ll board a ferry to ESTONIA, a journey of about 2 hours and 30 minutes. As we depart from HELSINKI, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the surrounding islands. In the evening, we’ll arrive in TALLINN.

Note: On some occasions, the transfer to the Suomenlinna islands will take place on Thursday afternoon.

DAY 11: TALLINN

The capital of ESTONIA is a wonderful city that has preserved its medieval core intact.

You´ll enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, its walls, churches, squares, and its medieval streets filled with tourist attractions. Free time in the afternoon.

DAY 12: TALLINN

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.