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3 Reviews

Duration

9 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Unknown

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Dive into the epic scenery of otherworldly Scandinavia on this Premium trip through the highlights of Sweden and Norway. On this nine-day adventure, you’ll explore Stockholm at your own pace before heading off-track to the gorgeous lakeside Vadstena for your Feature Stay on former royal grounds.

Includes

Meals: Breakfasts (8), Lunch (4), Dinner (3)
Accommodation: Hotel (6 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)

Highlights

Take in the dramatic landscapes of Lake Vattern and Visingso Island from your Feature Stay accommodation in Granna – a boutique hotel complete with a sauna that offers panoramic views.
Hop on an electric boat for an unforgettable cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed West Norwegian Fjords.
Ride on the scenic Flam Railway for a Signature Experience and see why this is rated one of the world’s most spectacular train journeys. You’ll ride past farms, mountains with cascading waterfalls, ravines and rivers.
Be treated to a feast of regional delicacies in the forest just outside Oslo. Joined by an experienced chef and a local guide, try dishes like cured venison, learn about Norway’s mountain gastronomy, walk to a scenic lookout and cook romme waffles over a campfire.
Explore the gorgeous Old Town in Stockholm, then take a ferry to the island of Fjaderholmarna for a guided local history tour and artisanal praline tasting.

Trip Details

Duration

9 days

Transportation

Private vehicle

Guide Language

English

Starts

Stockholm, Norway

Finishes

Bergen, Norway

Accommodations

Unknown

Travel Style

Explorer, Budget

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

Day 1: Stockholm

Valkommen! Welcome to Sweden. When you arrive in Stockholm, you’ll be picked up from the airport and transferred to your accommodation. Often referred to as the 'Venice of the North' and arguably Scandinavia's most beautiful city, Stockholm is packed full of amazing architecture, parks and clear waters. Your adventure will begin with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe stroll along the narrow cobblestone streets lined with colourful merchant houses and soak up the atmosphere. Maybe grab a cinnamon roll in Stockholm’s oldest cafe – Sundbergs Konditori on Jarntorget Square, which dates back to 1785. Tonight, you’ll have a welcome dinner with your trip leader and group to toast to a new adventure.

Included Activities:

Stockholm - Welcome Dinner
Stockholm - Complimentary Arrival Transfer

Accommodation:

Freys Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 2: Stockholm

This morning after breakfast, you’ll head out on a walking tour of Gamlastan (the Old Town of Stockholm) to get your bearings. Your tour ends by the port, where you’ll board a ferry to the island of Fjaderholmarna. Get to know the sweeter side of this island’s history on a guided walking tour paired with a tasting of six chocolate pralines, each inspired by a moment from Fjaderholmarna’s history. After, you’ll have some free time to explore the island at your own pace before taking the boat ride back to the city. The rest of your afternoon and evening are free – maybe make a stop for fika (coffee and pastry), take a self-guided Millennium walking tour to see key locations from Stieg Larsson’s best-selling crime trilogy or visit the ABBA Museum. You can also take a trip to Drottningholm Palace – the residence of the Swedish royal family. Tonight, maybe head to Stockholm's Sodermalm district – the inner-city island with the best nightlife.

Included Activities:

Stockholm - Fika Break
Stockholm - Gamlastan Walking Tour
Stockholm - 24 hour Public Transport Pass
Stockholm - Fjäderholmarna Island Chocolate and History Walk

Optional Activities:

Stockholm - Nobel Prize Museum (150 SEK)
Stockholm - Fotografiska (Photography Museum) (220 SEK)
Stockholm - Abba Museum (299 SEK)
Stockholm - Drottningholm Palace (150 SEK)
Stockholm - Vasa Museum (230 SEK)
Stockholm - Millennium Books Tour (450 SEK)

Accommodation:

Freys Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 3: Granna

Leave Stockholm this morning after breakfast and head for the small, medieval town of Vadstena on the shores of Lake Vattern. Have lunch with your group, then take a guided tour of Vadstena Castle – Sweden’s most well-preserved example of a Renaissance royal palace. Built in the 16th century, the palace was turned into a granary and later a cloth factory in the 19th century. It now houses the National Archives and hosts performances by the International Vadstena Academy Foundation singing school in the summer. After your visit, continue to Granna and check into your Feature Stay accommodation – Gyllene Uttern. This boutique hotel offers sweeping views of Lake Vattern and Visingso Island, plus a sauna where you can take in panoramic views of your surroundings while you unwind. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing, then have dinner at the hotel with your group this evening.

Included Activities:

Vadstena - Castle Guided Tour

Accommodation:

Hotel Gyllene Uttern (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 4: Granna

This morning, take a short ferry to Visingso Island, where you’ll take a horse-drawn carriage tour to learn about centuries-old local traditions. You’ll stop at the medieval Kumlaby Church to climb the tower from which, on a clear day, you can see views across four provinces! Return to the mainland and have lunch, then go on an apple safari at the Rudenstam apple orchards – this farm is famous for its award-winning must (a non-alcoholic drink made from pressed apples). After, return to the hotel, where the rest of your day is free. Maybe head to the sauna or simply take in the beautiful nature surrounding you.

Included Activities:

Visingso - Horse-drawn Carriage Island Tour
Granna - Apple Safari

Optional Activities:

Vadstena - Lace Museum (20 SEK)
Vadstena - Gottfrid Larsson Garden - Free
Vadstena - Sancta Birgitta Klostermuseum (100 SEK)
Vadstena - Fogelsta Railway (80 SEK)
Vadstena - The Town Museum (80 SEK)
Vadstena - Modern Sculptures Park - Free

Accommodation:

Hotel Gyllene Uttern (Feature Stay) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 5: Oslo

Leave Granna behind this morning and travel to Oslo, admiring the scenery of endless forests and lakes along the way (grab a window seat if you can!). On the way, you’ll stop in one of the local towns for lunch and say your farewells to Sweden. Arrive in Oslo in the late afternoon, take some time to unwind and check into the hotel. The evening is free for you to explore on your own. Maybe head to a rooftop bar for night-time city views or head to Gamla – Oslo’s oldest performance venue – to catch a jazz or rock gig.

Included Activities:

Local Lunch on The Way to Oslo

Accommodation:

Thon Hotel Cecil or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 6: Oslo

This morning after breakfast, explore the major attractions of the vibrant Norwegian capital including Oslo Opera House, which quickly became the city's icon after its reconstruction in 2008, and Karl Johan’s Gate, the city's emblematic two-lane central street. Admire the Royal Palace from a distance and look at frescoes depicting Scandinavian history on the walls of red-brick Oslo City Hall. Later this afternoon, you’ll head outside the city to meet with a local chef with more than a decade of kitchen experience for a relaxed forest walk. Your local guide will share insights into Norwegian culture, traditions and Norway’s mountain gastronomy. Along the way, you’ll learn how nature and food are deeply connected to everyday local life. As you walk through tranquil forest, you’ll stop do a tasting of traditional cold plates like lamb, cured mountain trout, horse, venison and other local delicacies. Weather permitting, you’ll pause for a photo op at a scenic lookout. You’ll then settle into a cosy camp where the chef will prepare some wild Scandinavian meats. Warm up with comforting, hot drinks and have a go at making your own Norwegian romme waffle over the campfire, topped with traditional favourites like sweet brown cheese (brunost).

Included Activities:

Oslo – Walking Tour
Oslo - Forest Feast and Golden Hour with Local Chef

Optional Activities:

Oslo - Island Hopping on Oslofjord (130 NOK)
Oslo - Resistance Museum (100 NOK)
Oslo - Fram Museum (180 NOK)
Oslo - Akershus Castle & Fortress (100 NOK)
Oslo - The Norwegian Museum of Cultural History (195 NOK)
Oslo - Museum Edvard Munch (180 NOK)
Oslo - Holmenkollen Museum (195 NOK)

Accommodation:

Thon Hotel Cecil or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 7: Bergen

Today is a travel day, but it’s one of the most impressive you’ll experience! Start with an incredibly scenic train journey from Oslo to Flam, seeing Norwegian nature at its most magnificent. Stopping in Myrdal, you’ll travel to the head of Aurlandsfjord on one of the world’s steepest stretches of train line, cutting through deep ravines, rivers, waterfalls, mountains and farms. On the way, you’ll pick up snacks and drinks and then set sail through the breathtaking Naeroyfjord on board an electric boat. Disembark in Gudvangen, then take a private transfer through the equally striking Naeroydalen to Bergen.

Included Activities:

Flam - Naeroyfjord Cruise
Flam - Railway

Accommodation:

Zander K Hotel (Superior Rooms) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 8: Bergen

Join a local guide for a tour of Bergen’s city centre to see the highlights and learn more about its colourful history. See both the old and new parts of the city, including City Park, the old wooden buildings of the city centre and the wide streets and alleyways. Take a closer look at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old wharf and hear about the operations of the Hanseatic League – a network of merchant guilds which dominated maritime trade in the region. Next, embark on an immersive, theatrical tour where you’ll learn about Viking culture. Hop aboard an authentic Viking ship and hear about the daily life, culture, mythology and pagan belief systems from your guide who will be wearing authentic clothing and remain in character throughout the experience. Disembark the ship and take a cable car up Mt Floyen, where a second Viking guide will welcome you to the camp with a pot of moose and reindeer stew simmering over the fire. Full of humour, improvisation and interaction, this tour will bring Norse history alive, making for a memorable final night on your adventure. Take the cable car back to the city, then join your group for a farewell dinner and toast to the memories you’ve shared.

Included Activities:

Bergen - Guided City Tour
Bergen - Viking Experience with lunch

Accommodation:

Zander K Hotel (Superior Rooms) or similar (Number of Nights: 1)

Day 9: Bergen

Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you would like to spend some more time in Bergen, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.

Optional Activities:

Bergen - Bergenhus Fortress - Free
Bergen - Vidden Trail Hike - Free
Bergen - Hakons Hall (120 NOK)
Bergen - Rosenkrantz Tower (170 NOK)
Bergen - Aquarium (370 NOK)
Bergen - Mt Ulriken Cable Car & Shuttle (310 NOK)
Bergen - 24 hour Transport and Sightseeing Pass (420 NOK)

Exclusions

Flights to and from origin and destinations
Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
Recommended gratuities/tipping
Optional activities/tours
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.

Important Information

Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.

Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.

AUD $10,735

(Tour only)

Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 9 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

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Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 22 May 2027

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Customer Reviews

Overall Rating

Excellent

4.5

Guide

Excellent

4.5

Itinerary

Excellent

4.5

Accommodations

Excellent

4.5

Transportation

Excellent

4.5

Tour Operator

Excellent

4.5

Food

Excellent

4.5

4.0

Susan

Traveled, September 2023

09/19/2023

I very much enjoyed seeing the beautiful Croatian coastline. Our tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable and seemed to have a real love for his country. My main criticism was that there were frequent incidents where things such as guides in the different areas were not included in the tour, so it felt like we were often paying for services that I would have thought would be part of the overall tour. I would have preferred to have paid more money up front than to have had the frequent requests for additional money.

4.0

Denise

Traveled, April 2024

05/11/2024

Got to see many places in turkey and learn lots about the country and its people and culture and history

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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