11 DAY – SCENIC SCANDINAVIA WITH ICELAND OPTIONAL

Departure 2025 date(s): August 5, 20/ Sept  10,25  | Number of days: 11

Day 1

Helsinki

Helsinki, Finland’s southern capital, sits on a peninsula in the Gulf of Finland. Upon arrival we will visit –
Suomenlinna (UNESCO’s World Heritage) – is an 18th-century sea fortress and nature area with centuries-old
artillery and defensive walls, spread across 6 linked islands. Take a ferry ride to visit this unique place. Later drive
back and hotel check-in followed by dinner. Overnight in Helsinki.
(Meals: D)


Day 2

Helsinki – Stockholm by Cruise

Check out and proceed to Guided city tour of Helsinki. See Senate Square, the Lutheran Temppeliaukio Church or ‘Rocky church of Helsinki’, which is quarried out of natural bedrock, the Uspenski Cathedral, the marvelous Sibelius Park, the Presidential Palace, Finland a Hall, the Opera House, and many more interesting sights. Later,
board your luxury cruise. Cruise across the Baltic Sea and through the Swedish archipelago to Stockholm. Overnight on a luxury cruise.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 3

Stockholm

Today, visit the famous Vasa Museum, housing the majestic 17th century royal warship Vasa. Later visit Drottningholm Palace, a former royal summer residence, the home of the Swedish Royal family and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Overnight in Stockholm.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 4

Stockholm

Today, visit Skansen Park, an open-air museum and zoo spread over 75 acres. Later proceed for a Guided city tour – City Hall, Royal Palace, the Cathedral, the Old Town, Kings Garden, and many more interesting sights. Later, Ride the Sky View – a new world-class attraction that takes you on a breathtaking journey, along the outside, to the top of the world’s largest spherical building, the Ericsson Globe, a Stockholm landmark. Overnight in Stockholm. Later you can visit the Ice Bar (inside visit not included). Overnight in Stockholm. (Meals: B, L, D)


Day 5

Stockholm – Oslo

Early morning proceed to Oslo (approx. 7 hrs. drive). Upon arrival, proceed for a guided city tour – Visit the
majestic Akershus fortress or Akershus Castle, a medieval castle built to protect Oslo, the capital of Norway. It has
also been used as a palace and as a prison. Later Visit Karl Johan Street. Overnight in Oslo.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 6

Oslo – Geilo 

Tour the Viking Ship Museum which presents ships from the Viking periods such as Gokstad, Oseberg, and Tune.
Visit the unique Vigeland Sculpture Park. After lunch, proceed to Geilo (approx. 3.5 hrs. drive). Overnight in Geilo.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 7

Geilo – Bergen – Norway in Nutshell

Transfer to Geilo railway station. Take a train to Myrdal. Take the train to Flam. We cruise to Gudvangen one of
Norway’s most famous and splendid Fjords called “Norway in Nutshell”. Meet the coach in Gudvangen and
transfer to Bergen where we continue our journey. Overnight in Bergen.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 8

Bergen 

Take a city tour of Bergen ‘the Gateway to the Fjords’ we pass through charming villages. Visit the Harbor, Next,
take a fun-filled ride on the Funicular train, to the top of the mountain and enjoy the panoramic and uninterrupted
views of the city and its surroundings. Overnight at Bergen.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 09

Bergen – Copenhagen

After breakfast, proceed to the airport to take a flight to Copenhagen. On Arrival We will visit the famous Tivoli
Gardens – the second-oldest amusement park in the world. Overnight at Copenhagen.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 10

Copenhagen

Today, we proceed for a guided city tour of Scandinavia’s largest and liveliest metropolis- the city Hall, the
Parliament building, the Amalienborg Palace, which is the home of the royal family, the Stock Exchange, Geffen
fountain, the Little Mermaid Statue, and The Christiansburg. Later we will visit one of the most famous Danish
beer makers – Carlsberg Brewery. Here you will learn about the brewing process, see the collection of over 21,000
beer bottles from all over the world and visit the stables with the “brewery horses”. and later in the afternoon
will cruise along the canals of Copenhagen. Overnight in Copenhagen.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 11

Departure

After breakfast, we will proceed to the airport for the flight back home or your next destination is Iceland.
(Meals: B)


Extension of Iceland (Optional)

Day 11

Reykjavik (Iceland)

Today, on arrival Visit the Blue Lagoon, it’s situated within a 20 minutes’ drive from the airport. This famous
geothermal spa is an amazing sight where you can relax by bathing in warm water surrounded by mysterious black
lava fields. The Blue Lagoon’s warm water and natural active ingredients; mineral salts, silica, and blue-green algae
help you relax and escape the stress and strain of daily life. After the spa visit, we will proceed to Reykjavik and
Overnight in Reykjavik. (40 minutes’ drive). Overnight in Reykjavik.
(Meals: D)


Day 12

Reykjavik – The Golden Circle

Today visit Golden Circle; we start by driving to Thingvellir National Park. This is a historical area where the
Icelandic Parliament was held for several centuries. It is also considered one of the world’s geological wonders; at
Thingvellir, you will witness the effects of the tectonic plate movements which opened various cracks and fissures
in the earth’s crust. After taking a walk in the unique landscape of Thingvellir, we continue to the famous
geothermal area of Geyser. There the Strokkur hot spring ejects its water column high into the air every 5 – 10
minutes or so and numerous other small springs are boiling and bubbling. Then we only have a short drive to
reach Gullfoss, a magnificent waterfall that Icelanders refer to as the “Golden” waterfall, surely one of the most
beautiful in Iceland. Overnight in Vik / Jokulsarlon.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 13

South Coast

Today proceed to stop at Black Sand Beach. Later cross Eldhraun, the largest mass of lava ever to flow on the face
of the earth before reaching the Skaftafell National Park. Here you’ll also start seeing the largest glacier in Iceland,
the Vatnajökull that covers more than 8% of the island. Continue to the spectacular Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon
and see the birthplace of icebergs. You’ll even have the option to take a trip on an amphibian boat and get close
to the icebergs for a different kind of view. later we proceed to Vik, overnight in Vik/ Jökulsárlón.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 14

Vik to Reykjavik to Keflavik

Our final day has you retracing your steps on the way back to Reykjavik visit Skógafoss Falls after that
Seljalandsfoss waterfall, this is a beautiful sixty-meter-high waterfall that you can walk behind and is a stunning
photography opportunity. Easily one of the most impressive waterfalls in Iceland. Return to Reykjavik. Enjoy visit
to Perlan Museum and Fly over Iceland. Overnight in Keflavik.
(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 15

Departure

Today after breakfast proceed to the airport to take your flight back home. (Meals: B)


 
 
 
 
 
 
Country Cities Nights Siteseeing Paid Attraction / Entrance Tickets Included
Finland Helsinki 1

Guided City tour, The Uspenski Cathedral, Sibelius Park

Suomenlinna

Cruise 1 Overnight Cruise
Sweden Stockholm 2

Guided City tour: Fjallgatan Viewpoint, Kings Garden, Old Town, Ice Bar, City Hall – Nobel Prize Banquet

Vasa Museum, Drottningholm Palace, Skansen Park, Ride the Sky View – On Top of the Globe

Norway Oslo 1

Guided City tour, Spend time on Karl Johan Street

Viking Ship Museum, The majestic Akershus fortress, Vigeland Sculpture Park

Norway Geilo 1

Norway in Nutshell, Sognafjord Cruise, Flam Train ride

Norway Bergen 2

Guided City tour, Visit – Harbor

Funicular train

Denmark Copenhagen 2

Guided City tour, The Parliament Building, Geffen Fountain, Little Mermaid Statue, Christiansburg Palace, The Amalienborg Palace

Tivoli gardens, The Carlsberg Brewery, Enjoy Canal Cruise

Extension Tour (Optional)
Iceland Reykjavik 4

Black Sand Beach, Seljalandsfoss , Skogafoss waterfall, Diamond beach

Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa, The Golden Circle, Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, Perlan, Museum Fly over Iceland

INCLUSIONS

  • Deluxe 4 * Hotel Accommodation
  • Internal Airline Bergen to Copenhagen
  • All Transfers, Sightseeing, and Entrance Tickets as Per the Itinerary
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Indian) as per the itinerary. 
  • Jain meals upon request
  • Services of Maxim Tour Escort

EXCLUSIONS

  • International Airfare
  • Expenses of a personal nature such as laundry, shopping, drinks, Baggage Porterage at hotels
  • Any incidental Charges at the Hotel
  • Cost of Visa
  • Tips USD 5 Per Person Per Day mandatory

HOTELS

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Location Nights Hotel Name or Similar [Deluxe Category]
Helsinki 1 Hotel Sokos Presientti or Similar
Cruise 1 Silja / Viking Line Cruise or Similar
Stockholm   Hotel Quality Inn or Similar
Oslo 1 Hotel Park Inn or Similar
Geilo 1 Vestlia Resort or Similar
Bergen 1 Hotel Scandia or Similar
Copenhagen 2 AC Hotel by Marriott or Similar
    Optional Victoria Falls Hotel
Reykjavik 2 Foss Hotel or Similar
Glacier lagoon/Vik 2 Hotel Katla or Similar

 Scandinavia Land Package cost:

Per person on twin share

USD 3,150.00

Single Occupancy Additional Supplement USD 795.00 per person

(Cost based on min 25 people)


(Optional) Iceland Land package cost: Per person on twin share

USD 2095.00

(Cost based on min 15 people)


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