Scandinavian Capitals for Food Lovers
Category
Travel period
All year
Trip type
Group
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Discover the culinary highlights of the Nordics on this flavourful journey through Copenhagen, Stockholm, and Oslo. From Danish smørrebrød and Swedish delicacies to modern Nordic cuisine in Oslo, this tour blends iconic city sightseeing with local tasting experiences. Enjoy market visits, food walks, and the option to try traditional dishes – perfect for foodies and culture enthusiasts alike.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Copenhagen
Arrival in Denmark’s vibrant capital. After hotel check-in, enjoy the evening at leisure. An optional welcome dinner at a local restaurant is available for those who wish to begin the tour with a taste of Copenhagen’s culinary scene (surcharge). Accommodation in Copenhagen.
Day 2: Explore Copenhagen
Breakfast at the hotel. Today’s guided sightseeing includes a visit to a local eatery for a smørrebrød experience – a traditional Danish open-faced sandwich. Learn about Danish cuisine while exploring Copenhagen’s charming streets and canals. Accommodation in Copenhagen.
Day 3: Copenhagen – Gränna – Stockholm
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Sweden and enjoy a scenic drive north. En route, stop in the picturesque town of Gränna, famous for its handcrafted red-and-white candy canes known as "Polkagrisar." Witness the traditional candy-making process before continuing to Stockholm. Optional group dinner at a local restaurant in the evening (surcharge). Accommodation in Stockholm.
Day 4: The Culinary Side of Stockholm
Breakfast at the hotel. Discover Stockholm on a guided sightseeing tour including a visit to the traditional Östermalm Market Hall. Sample a variety of Swedish delicacies and learn about local food traditions. The afternoon is free to explore the capital at your own pace. Accommodation in Stockholm.
Day 5: Explore Stockholm Individually
Breakfast at the hotel. Today is at leisure for personal discoveries. Optional experiences include a tasting tour at the Spritmuseum, a sampling of traditional Sami food and culture, or a relaxing boat trip through Stockholm’s stunning archipelago. Accommodation in Stockholm.
Day 6: Stockholm – Oslo
Breakfast at the hotel. Travel west towards Oslo, passing through scenic forests and by Sweden’s largest lake, Vänern. Upon arrival in Norway’s capital, check in at the hotel. An optional dinner in a local restaurant can be arranged (surcharge). Accommodation in Oslo.
Day 7: The Flavours of Oslo
Breakfast at the hotel. Join a culinary walking tour through Oslo. Sample Norwegian flavours and learn about the capital’s growing food scene, guided by a local expert. Optional beer tasting in a microbrewery available for enthusiasts (surcharge). The afternoon is at leisure. Accommodation in Oslo.
Day 8: Departure from Oslo
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy time at leisure until transfer to the airport and departure according to your own itinerary.
Tour Details
Accommodation
7 nights in centrally located hotels in double/twin rooms with private facilities
Daily Scandinavian breakfast buffet
Excursions & activities
Smørrebrød tasting and guided sightseeing in Copenhagen
Guided sightseeing in Stockholm including tasting at Östermalm Market Hall
Culinary walking tour in Oslo
Transport & Transfers
All bus and transfer services as per itinerary
Local tip
In Stockholm, try a traditional fika break – a Swedish coffee and cake ritual, best enjoyed at a local café with cinnamon buns and strong coffee. In Oslo, don’t miss Mathallen, the city’s buzzing indoor food market filled with Norwegian and international flavours.