Nordic Capitals – 8 days land only

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- Train tickets from Copenhagen to Oslo & Oslo to Stockholm
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Copenhagen
- 2 nights hotel accommodaton in Oslo
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Stockholm
- 1 night on-board a luxury overnight ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Helsinki
- Selected meals as per itinerary

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Copenhagen

You will arrive at Copenhagen Airport and make your own way to the hotel. Copenhagen was once a humble fishing village, but today it is the glittering capital of Denmark. Copenhagen is considered to be Scandinavia’s pre-eminent city. The city’s 1000 year history written by ambitious kings, inspiring artists and designers can be found in the sumptuous palaces, copper-roofed town houses and cobbled squares.
Overnight: Copenhagen

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Copenhagen

Today you will go on a panorama sightseeing tour of Copenhagen by air-conditioned bus with glass panels that allows you an amazing view of the city. Along the tour route you will pass all the major attractions of wonderful Copenhagen whilst guiding is provided via headphones in English. Copenhagen is a diverse city and, despite its relatively small size, you will discover this variance as you travel around the city from one area to another. A half-hour stop will be made at Amalienborg Palace, the residence of kings and queens. Here you will have the opportunity to observe the ceremony of thel changing of the guards. Then the tour continues and you will see the many statues and landmarks Copenhagen offers its visitors, amongst others Tivoli, the Danish Parliament Christiansborg, "Kartoffelrækkerne" workers' homes which have become popular and the Round Tower. A second stop will made later at the famous “Little Mermaid” statue. Soon thereafter the tour ends and you will have the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Copenhagen (B)

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Copenhagen - Oslo

Travel by train via Gothenburg to Oslo, the capital of Norway. The combination of city life and easy access to outdoor activities makes Oslo a unique destination to explore. Once in Oslo the remainder of the day will be at your leisure. We suggest a stroll down Karl Johans Gate, the main street leading to the Royal Palace.
Overnight: Oslo (B)

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Oslo

Today’s highlight will be a 4-hour guided sightseeing tour of Oslo. This tour will include the amazing Vigeland Sculpture Park, the Holmenkollen Ski Jump for a bird’s-eye view of the city and the fjord below, the world-famous Viking Ship Museum and the city centre. You will then have the afternoon at leisure and could visit the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, or a take mini-cruise on the Oslofjord.
Overnight: Oslo (B)

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Oslo - Stockholm

Travel by train to the Swedish capital, Stockholm. Stockholm is a vibrant, modern city, famous for producing sleek designs and edgy fashion. During time at leisure this afternoon we suggest strolling around the Old Town with its narrow cobbled streets or a visit to the wonderful Skansen open air museum.

Overnight: Stockholm (B)

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Stockholm - Helsinki

The day begins with a 1.5-hour panoramic tour of Stockholm. You will travel by bus around the city, viewing the best sites and buildings including the Royal Palace, City Hall and the Vasa Museum. Thereafter you will have some time at leisure in Stockholm before embarking on a luxurious cruise ferry in the afternoon and cruising slowly down the picturesque Stockholm archipelago, one of the largest in the world with more than 24000 islands.
Overnight: Cruise Ferry (BD)

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Helsinki 

Breakfast will be on board as you sail into Helsinki. Then you will disembark and make your way to your hotel. A little later, in the middle of the morning, you will go on a audio tour of Helsinki which will include highlights like; Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, the Parliament Building and the Olympic Stadium. In the afternoon you will be at leisure to explore the city’s museums and galleries, or visit Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Overnight: Helsinki (B)

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Helsinki 

After breakfast make your way to Helsinki Airport. (B)

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