Copenhagen to Helsinki Christmas & New Year
Spend the festive season sightseeing Scandinavia in winter, complete with natural scenery, vibrant cities and Viking villages. Embark on this Copenhagen to Helsinki Christmas & New Year tour, collecting memories across Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland! Reconnect with nature this new year, seeing stunning islands, green parks and famous fjords. Marve...
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Overview
Highlights
- Visit all three Scandinavian countries - Denmark, Norway and Sweden
- Spend Christmas in Bergen and New Year’s Eve in Helsinki
- Explore Copenhagen, Stockholm and Bergen with free days in each
- Enjoy overnight ferry cruises to Norway and Finland
- Guided tours of Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm and Helsinki
What's this trip about?
Spend the festive season sightseeing Scandinavia in winter, complete with natural scenery, vibrant cities and Viking villages. Embark on this Copenhagen to Helsinki Christmas & New Year tour, collecting memories across Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland! Reconnect with nature this new year, seeing stunning islands, green parks and famous fjords. Marvel at ancient and modern cities and relax on two overnight cruises. Embark on the best Helsinki winter tour and tick a Nordic Christmas off your bucket list. Explore the rich culture, taste the local cuisine, and embark on a Scandinavian Christmas tour unlike any other!
If you'd like to join a Baltic States tour in addition to a Scandinavia tour this festive season, consider the Best of Scandinavia & the Baltics Christmas & New Year trip.
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Trip includes
- 12 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms/cabins with private bathrooms
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room/cabin (subject to availability)
- 12 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
- Two overnight ferries
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
- Enjoy a guided tour of Copenhagen; Denmark's capital city
- Explore Odense; hometown of Hans Christian Anderson
- Visit Aarhus; a captivating Danish city
- Catch an overnight ferry to Bergen, Norway
- See Norway’s magnificent fjords
- Explore Bergen; known as “the city among the seven mountains”
- Marvel at Norway’s spectacular natural scenery
- Visit Gudvangen near Norway’s most famous fjord
- Enjoy a photo stop at Gol Stave Church
- See the highlights of Oslo with a local guide
- Discover Karlstad on an orientation tour
- Visit Sigtuna; Sweden’s oldest town
- Explore Stockholm with a local guide
- Tuck into Swedish Meatballs in Stockholm
- Catch an overnight ferry to Helsinki, Finland
- See the sights on a driving tour of Helsinki; Finland’s capital city
- Join a local guide for a walking tour of Helsinki
- Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a local Helsinki dinner
- Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
- Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
Itinerary
Today kicks off this unmissable Scandinavia Christmas and New Year tour! After arriving in Copenhagen, Denmark, meet your tour leader and new travel companions at the hotel. After settling in, meet up with an expert local guide for a walking tour to see the top sights...
Enjoy a full free day to explore the very best of Copenhagen at leisure! For the best immersion into the city's culture, embark on today's optional excursion to uncover the rich history of Copenhagen with an expert guide. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experienc...
This morning, the tour begins the scenic journey to the coastal treasure of Hirtshals. En route, the first stop of the day is Odense, Denmark's third-largest city that's famously known for being the birthplace of fairytale novelist, Hans Christian Anderson. Upon arriv...
Norway is calling, and ready to be explored this Christmas Eve! Upon arrival in Bergen, hop on an orientation tour of the city. Bergen is not only the second-largest city in Norway but also serves as the gateway to the famous Norwegian fjords. "The city among the seve...
Spend Christmas Day discovering the beautiful Bergen and its surroundings on a full free day! For a hassle-free and in-depth exploration, join today's Bergen+ optional excursion. This unmissable outing includes an orientation tour, a ferry trip, a guided tour of Brygg...
Spend Boxing Day taking a deep dive into the scenic heart of Norway. Leave Bergen behind en route to the village of Gudvangen, which is located at the end of Nærøyfjord, one of the most spectacular fjords in Norway! Here, embark on an unmissable local experience by jo...
Embark on an unmissable walking tour of the Norwegian capital with an expert local guide. Oslo is not only a capital city but it's also where the Norwegian royal family resides. Along with your local guide, discover some of the city's highlights, such as Akershus Cast...
There's more of Sweden to see today! Journey from Oslo to Karlstad this morning. Upon arrival in Karlstad, located precisely between Oslo and Stockholm on the shores of Lake Vänern, enjoy a variety of stunning attractions and mouthwatering local cuisine. Stop in the m...
Spend a free day in Stockholm to discover more of its iconic sights! For example, Gamla Stan is an incredible destination to explore. This old town is filled with narrow cobblestoned streets navigating past red, orange and terracotta-coloured buildings. As the town is...
The exploration continues today as the coach heads towards Helsinki, Finland. En route, pass through Lidingö Island in the late morning to explore the picturesque area. Be sure to stroll through the Millesgården, paying special attention to the beautiful sculptures. T...
This morning, Finland says "Happy New Year's Eve" as the group arrives in Helsinki. This vivacious coastal city is known for its stunning islands and beautiful parks. Upon arrival, embark on a driving tour of the city before settling into your harbourside hotel and me...
Hyvää uutta vuotta! What better way to spend New Year's Day than exploring Helsinki, a capital city with a knack for design, culture and architecture? Not to mention the delicious seasonal treats! Soak up the last bits of the festive atmosphere around the cit...
Say goodbye to Scandinavia after almost two weeks of seeing the best seasonal sights and ticking the top attractions off of your travel bucket list. After the final group breakfast, remember to exchange contact information with your new travel friends if you'd like to stay in touch. Expat Explore hopes you've had a magical festive tour. See you on the road again soon!
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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- 12 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
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