Nordic capitals by rail

Day 1: Copenhagen – Malmö

Tour the city before boarding the train over the bridge to Sweden. The Øresund bridge is the 16 km long road and rail link between Denmark and Sweden which played a part in the immensely popular Nordic Noir TV-series from 2011. Overnight in Malmö.

Day 2: Malmö – Stockholm

After breakfast, the tour continues on the next train leg towards Stockholm. There is no better way to explore the vast Swedish countryside than in the comfort from the seat onboard a high-speed train. Onboard there is a good selection of food and drinks available and access to WiFi. The train travels at speeds up to 200 kilometres per hour making a journey between Malmö and Stockholm in about 4,5 hours. In Stockholm there will be transfer to the port to board the cruise to Helsinki. Overnight onboard in comfortable cabins.

Day 3: Arrival in Helsinki by Cruise

Coming by the seaway, the group will arrive at Helsinki in the morning. Helsinki lies majestically on the seafront and is a vibrant city of beautiful islands and great green urban areas. Among the highlights are the Sibelius Monument, Finlandia Hall, City Hall, Old Market Hall, Market Square and fortress island of Suomenlinna – A UNESCO World Heritage site, reached by 15-minute ferry ride. A four-hour city tour is included and if anybody would like to remain downtown they are responsible to find their own way back to the ship. Overnight onboard.

Day 4: Stockholm

Upon arrival in Stockholm, a bus and guide will take your group on a city tour in ‘The Venice of the North’ including a walk in the charming Old Town and an inside visit to the famous Vasa Museum – the city’s number one attraction. The tour ends at the Hotel for check-in. The afternoon provides everybody an opportunity to explore the city on their own. Overnight in Stockholm.

Day 5: Stockholm & Train to Oslo

After breakfast the group boards the train to the Norwegian capital Oslo, nestled between the Oslofjord and forested hills. As one of Europe’s fastest growing cities, Oslo is buzzing with energy from new neighborhoods and innovative food, to fashion and art scenes. Captivating landmarks like the Opera House, Tjuvholmen and Barcode districts are changing the silhouette of the city, but Oslo maintains its refreshing closeness to nature that few other capitals can match. Upon arrival transfer to the city Hotel for overnight.

Day 6: Cruise from Oslo to Copenhagen

Today your group will get to know interesting sights such as the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, the City Hall, Aker Brygge and Vigeland Sculpture Park during a 3-hour city tour. In the evening, board the night ferry back to Denmark and Copenhagen.

Day 7: Departure

Arrival in Copenhagen.A local guide will meet up portside for a combined transfer/half-day city tour of this fascinating city before departing on the homeward journey. The journey of the capitals of the north has come to an end.