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Four Capitals Tour
Escorted, 8 Nights
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A wonderful guided exploration of the Scandinavian
capital cities including two overnight mini-cruises; the
first a return sailing across the Baltic Sea from Sweden to
Finland, and the second across the Öresund Sound
between Denmark and Norway.
From sailing down Stockholm's Archipelago past numerous small islands to seeing Uspenskjj Cathedral in Helsinki and to exploring the old habour of Copenhagen to having a picnic in Oslo's Vigeland Sculpture Park- this tours offers the best of what Scandinavian cities have to offer.
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Day 1
Arrive Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Transfer to your hotel. Your tour escort will meet you at 1950 in the hotel reception area.
1 night STOCKHOLM- Clarion Hotel Sign (HB)
Day 2
Morning 4 hours guided tour of Stockholm. Famous sights on the tour include the Royal Palace, the Parliment buildings, the island of Djurgården and the Old Town (Gamla Stan), with its narrow cobbled streets and numerous antique shops. The highlight of the tour is a visit to City Hall with its famous Blue and Golden Rooms, where the Nobel Prize Banquet is held each year. Afternoon free in Stockholm. We recommend a visit to the impressive Vasa Museum or one of the popular canal tours. Dinner is not included tonight as experience shows that in Stockholm guests prefer to eat out at a restaurant of their own choice for one night. Your tour escort will gladly assist you with table reservations.
1 night STOCKHOLM- Clarion Hotel Sign (BB)
Day 3
Morning free in Stockholm. Afternoon coach transfer for embarkation on one of Silja Line's luxurious cruise ferries departing at 1700. Begin by sailing slowly through Stockholm Archipelago past numerous small islands. Buffet dinner onboard. Choice of entertainment, shops, casino, bars. Accomodation is in 2-berth outside cabins (seaside) with shower/WC. We recommend bringing an overnight bag for this cruise, to avoid having to carry suitcase to and from the cabin.
1 night ONBOARD - 2 berth outside cabin (HB)
Day 4
Enjoy your beffet breakfast as you sail into Helsinki. You retain your cabin on the ship. Morning 3 hours guided tour of the Finnish capital. Famous sights include Senate Square, Uspenskjj Cathedral, Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, New Opera House, Sibelius Park and Monument, Underground Temple etc. Afternoon free for shopping or exploring this bustling city on the Baltic. Embarkation at 1700 for the return cruise to Stockholm. 3-course dinner served.
1 night ONBOARD- 2 berth outside cabin (HB)
Day 5
Arrive Stockholm at 0930. The tour continues by coach through the pleasant countryside of southern Sweden to Klarälven near Lake Vättern. Stop for lunch at locak restuarant. After lunch continue through provinces of Småland and skåne to the city of Malmö. Cross the Øresund Bridge to arrive in wonderful Copenhagen during the early evening.
1 night COPENHAGEN - Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel (FB)
Day 6
The day starts with a 3 hours guided tour of the city. During the tour you will see the Amalienborg Palace. Christiansborg Palace (seat of the Danish Parliament). Hans Christian Andersen's statue. Gefion Fountan, the old habour of Nyhavn, the famous Little Mermaid, and many other popular sights. Afternoon free in Copenhagen. We recommend a walk down the popular pedestrian shopping street, Støget, or a visit to Rosenbord Palace. Dinner at the famous Tivoli Gardens.
1 night COPENHAGEN- Radisson Blu Scaninavia (HB)
Day 7
Morning free in Copanhagen for shopping and sighseeing. Afternoon transfer by coach to the DFDS seaways terminal for your overnight cruise to Oslo, departing at 1700. Sail gently up the Kattegat on your way to Oslo. There is dancing and entertainment on board or you may prefer to sit out on deck and watch the sunset? Accomodation is in 2-berth outside cabins with shower/WC. Again, we recommend an overnight bag.
1 night ONBOARD - 2 berth outside cabin (HB)
Day 8
A scandinavian buffet breakfast is served as you sail up the exciting Oslo Fjord to reach the Norwegian captial at 0930. Guided 3 hours tour of Oslo including the world famous Viking Ships, the Polar Explortion ship Fram, the amazing Vigeland Sculpture Park and other famous sights. Afternoon free in Oslo. We recommend a visit to the Munch Museum or a stroll along the Karl Johan shopping Boulevard. Dinner at the hotel ideally situated close to the Oslo Harbour and facing the new Opera House.
1 night OSLO- Thon Hotel Opera (HB)
Day 9
Transfer to Oslo Gardermoen Airport to coincide with individual flight and departure times.
Departure Day: Thursdays from London Heathrow Airport
Departure Dates: 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 July 2012 and 7 August 2012
Duration: 8 nights
N. B. Alternative airports available for departure.
Clarion Hotel Sign ****
Stockholm's largest hotel is located in the heart of Stockholm city adjacent to the Central Station and Arlanda Express facing the Norra Bantorget Square. The hotel is brand new, built in 2008, and is a spectacular building dominated by granite and glass, leaning over the square reflecting the green park. The hotel has a wonderful Aquavit Grill & Raw Bar, contributed by Marcus Samuelsson of New York’s Aquavit restaurant. The eighth floor of the hotel holds Selma CitySpa+ where you can indulge yourself in the sauna, gym, spa with a spa treatment and/or in the heated outdoor pool, all with a fantastic view of Stockholm. All rooms are non-smoking and have TV, telephone, hair dryer, Internet access and some of the most comfortable beds we have ever slept in in the whole of Scandinavia! Lift to all floors.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Copenhagen ****
The Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen is a sleek, modern hotel within easy walking and cycling distance of all the city has to offer. The ideal city retreat, the Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen provides guests easy access to Stroeget, Tivoli Gardens and Town Hall Square, each just two kilometers from the hotel. The hotel bridges the inner city and Christianshavn, a trendy district bursting with cafes, canals and dramatic architecture. Standard Rooms are ensuite and come in unique styles like Autumn, Spring and Urban. Equipped with cable TV, Wifi, hair dyer and trouser press. In the evening indulge in the hotel's restuarant offering a widfe range of gourmet cuisine.
Thon Hotel Opera, Oslo ****
Thon Hotel Opera is centrally located almost on the platform of the Airport Express Train at Oslo Central Station. The hotel consists of 434 rooms the majority offering a view over either the fjord or the city. All rooms are well equipped in accordance with today’s modern standards. The hotel also offers a fitness centre with sauna and sun-bed facilities. There is a lobby bar which also offers a range of light refreshments and snacks and a full service restaurant serving breakfast, a lunch buffet and á la Carte dinner service.
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To book call 01274 875 199 or Contact us by email