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Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords
16 Days starting from $3,375.00

Countries Visited:
Denmark, Norway, Sweden

Length: 16 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: SCFA
   
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Cities Visited:
Copenhagen, Aalborg, Stavanger, Bergen, Sognefjord, Geiranger, Lillehammer, Oslo, Stockholm

 
What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
 
  • Copenhagen: Sightseeing includes the Little Mermaid and Christiansborg Palace.
  • Odense: Visit the town where Hans Christian Andersen was born.
  • Aalborg: Visit this charming city.
  • Stavanger: Visit one of Norway''s oldest towns.
  • Bergen: Orientation includes views of the Haakons Hall.
  • Sognefjord: Cross the spectacular fjord Flam Railway Excursion
  • Geiranger: View this magnificent Geirangerfjord.
  • Lom: Visit a traditional Stave Church.
  • Lillehammer: Visit the Olympic Resort.
  • Hamar: View the unusual Olympic ice rink.
  • Oslo: Sightseeing including a visit to the Vigeland Sculpture Park.
  • Stockholm: Sightseeing including a visit to the magnificent City Hall.
  • Brahehus Castle: See the 17th century castle.
  • Scenic drives through Denmark''s fairytale countryside, spectacular fjord country and mountain scenery, along Ottadalen, and through Gudbrandsdal Valley

Dining Highlights
 
  • A welcome drink with your Tour Director in Copenhagen
  • 14 full Scandinavian breakfasts
  • 7 three-course dinners
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Copenhagen
22 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with onboard washroom.
  • Ferry crossing from Denmark to Norway.
  • Ferries across the Storfjord.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • Copenhagen Airport Transfers will be provided on Days 2 and 16.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Airport Transfers Group transfers on arrival at Copenhagen Airport will operate at 09.00, 12.00 and 15.30. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Copenhagen Airport at 08.30 and 11.30.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Copenhagen.

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive Copenhagen (2 nights) On arrival at Copenhagen airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in there''s time to relax, unwind and perhaps explore Scandinavia''s liveliest city. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions. (Welcome Dinner)

    Hotel: Copenhagen Island (2 nights)

     
  • Day 3 - Copenhagen sightseeing & at leisure Our morning sightseeing tour includes a walking tour through the area around the Amalienborg Palace – an elegant quarter of 18th century buildings. Then we will walk through the historic centre seeing the 17th century Stock Exchange, the Christiansborg Palace, the Neo-Classical Cathedral and the 19th century Theatre Royal – former home of the Opera. Guarding the harbour we''ll see the Little Mermaid – the statue inspired by Hans Christian Andersen''s sad fairytale. Our Tour Director will also show us a Hidden Treasure of the city. Later maybe visit the Tivoli Gardens and enjoy a traditional Danish dinner? (Scandinavian Breakfast)

     
  • Day 4 - Copenhagen – Odense – Aalborg After breakfast this morning we head west, and cross the bridge to the Island of Funen and the town of Odense, Hans Christian Anderson''s birthplace. From here, we will cross to the Jutland Peninsula en route to Aalborg, a charming mixture of old and new, for dinner and overnight stay. (Scandinavian Breakfast / Dinner) 

    Hotel: Hvide Hus

     
  • Day 5 - Aalborg – Stavanger An early start as we head to Hirsthals where we board our ship to cross the Skagerrak to the port of Kristiansand in Norway. After we disembark we join our coach and drive via Mandal and Flekkefjord to Stavanger, one of Norway''s oldest towns. (Scandinavian Breakfast / Dinner) 

    Hotel: Park Inn

     
  • Day 6 - Stavanger – Bergen (2 night) After breakfast we enjoy an amazing journey today as we island-hop from Stavanger to the "Capital of the Fjords" Bergen. On this coastal highway we cruise fjords and pass islands on this spectacular coastline. We arrive in Bergen at lunchtime and experience the history of this picturesque city on our orientation tour. We will enjoy views of the 13th century Haakons Hall and the bustling fish market. (Scandinavian Breakfast)

    Hotel: Radisson SAS Norge (2 nights)

     
  • Day 7 - Bergen at leisure Today is yours to explore all that Norway’s most naturally beautiful city, with its brightly painted houses, has to offer. Maybe join an excursion to the home of the Norwegian composer Edward Grieg followed by a cable car trip to the top of the mountain? (Scandinavian Breakfast )

    Hotel: Radisson SAS Norge

     
  • Day 8 - Bergen – Flam Railway - Sognefjord (Leikanger) (2 nights) This morning we travel to the ski resort of Voss where we take a train for a journey that will take us 3,000 feet above sea level. Time at the top to admire the scenery before taking the famous Flam railway – one of the most exciting railway journeys in the world! We will enjoy spectacular views of mountains and waterfalls before cruising across the deep and magnificent waters of Sognefjord to our hotel in Leikanger.(Scandinavian Breakfast / Dinner) 

    Hotel: Sognefjord (2 nights)

     
  • Day 9 - Sognefjord (Leikanger) – Geiranger After breakfast, this morning''s drive will take us along the spectacular Sognefjord. We continue onwards through breathtaking Glacier country. We''ll have wonderful views of the Geirangerfjord as we descend to Geiranger where we stay for the next two nights. (Scandinavian Breakfast / Dinner) 

    Hotel: Geiranger

     
  • Day 10 - Sognefjord (Leikanger) – Geiranger A full day to relax in the clear mountain air surrounded by the most breath taking scenery , which has been granted World Heritage status by UNESCO. Later maybe take an excursion along the Trolls’ Road and see the Seven Sisters waterfall! (Scandinavian Breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Geiranger

     
  • Day 11 - Geiranger – Lom – Lillehammer Today the breathtaking views continue as we drive out of Geiranger. Then along Ottadalen we stop to visit the traditional Stave Church at Lom. From here we continue through the Gudbrandsdal Valley, inspiration for Ibsen''s ''Peer Gynt'', to the home of the 1994 Winter Olympics – Lillehammer, where we spend the night. Before dinner at the hotel, why not take a walk along Storgata or perhaps visit the open air museum at Maihaugan? (Scandinavian Buffet/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Radisson SAS

     
  • Day 12 - Lillehammer – Hamar – Oslo Our first stop this morning is at lakeside Hamar. Here we view the unusual ice rink built for the Olympics, before making our way to Norway''s capital, Oslo. On our arrival a guided sightseeing tour highlights the Old Cathedral, the Royal Palace and a visit to the Vigeland Sculpture Park. After the rest of your day is at leisure. Maybe visit the Kon-Tiki raft, view the Olympic ski-jump at Holmenkollen or perhaps shop for sweaters and silverware. (Scandinavian Breakfast) 

    Hotel: Thon Europa

     
  • Day 13 - Oslo – Stockholm (2 nights) Today we travel across the border into Sweden. From here we will continue via Karlstad on Lake Vänern, and past the city of Orebro to the island-ringed capital, Stockholm for our two-night stay. Our Tour Director will show us another Hidden Treasure in this city of contrasts. (Scandinavian Breakfast/ Dinner) 

    Hotel: Birger Jarl (2 nights)

     
  • Day 14 - Stockholm sightseeing & at leisure The charms of this city are revealed on our morning sightseeing tour with a local guide. We''ll see the medieval Storkyrkan, Riddarholm church, the Royal Palace, plus a visit to the waterside City Hall, where the Nobel prize banquets are held. Later, there''s time at leisure to browse through the fashionable stores or perhaps to visit the Skansen Folklore Museum, the choice is all yours. This evening is at leisure. (Scandinavian Breakfast)

     
  • Day 15 - Stockholm – Copenhagen This morning we head towards Lake Vättern and the resort town of Gränna with its old wooden houses and the ruins of Brahehus Castle. From here we continue through meadows and forests to the coast where we cross the Oresund and are soon back in the Danish capital, Copenhagen, for the final night of our tour. Tonight, we join our fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner. (Scandinavian Buffet/ Farewell Dinner)

    Hotel: Copenhagen Island

     
  • Day 16 - Copenhagen – USA Time to bid farewell as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America. (Scandinavian Breakfast)

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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Copenhagen
  • Odense
  • Aalborg
  • Stavanger
  • Bergen
  • Sognefjord
  • Geiranger
  • Lom
  • Lillehammer
  • Hamar
  • Oslo
  • Stockholm
  • Brahehus Castle

 

Scandinavian Discovery and St. Petersburg
13 Days starting from $3,075.00

Countries Visited:
Denmark, Finland, Russia, Sweden

Length: 13 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: SCDI
   
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Russia, Finland, Sweden, Denmark

 
What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
 
  • St. Petersburg: See the Tsar’s Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospect, St. Isaac’s Cathedral and visit the fortress of Peter and Paul. Guided visit of the Hermitage Museum.
  • Helsinki: See the Finlandia Hall and the Russian Church.
  • Stockholm: See the Royal Palace, plus a walking tour of the old quarter.
  • Oslo: Visit the Old Cathedral and Royal Palace. Visit Frogner Park.
  • Gothenburg: Visit Sweden’s second largest city.
  • Copenhagen: See the Little Mermaid. Walking tour of the historic quarter.

Dining Highlights
 
  • A welcome drink with your Tour Director in St Petersburg
  • 8 full Scandinavian breakfasts in Scandinavia (SB) and 3 Hot Buffet breakfasts
  • 2 three-course dinners
  • Farewell dinner in Copenhagen
15 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in St. Petersburg, Helsinki, Stockholm, Oslo, Gothenburg and Copenhagen.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar’s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
  • St. Petersburg Airport Transfer will be provided on Day 2 and Copenhagen Airport Transfer will be provided on Day 13.
  • Mini-cruise from Finland to Sweden
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Airport Transfers Group transfers on arrival at St. Petersburg airport will operate at 11.30, 14.30 and 17.00. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Copenhagen airport at 08.30 and 11.30.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Additional Visa Requirements
 
  • US passport holders require a visa for Russia

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to St. Petersburg.

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive St. Petersburg (3 nights) On arrival in St. Petersburg you are transferred to your hotel. Then time to relax and unwind before meeting out Tour Director and fellow travellers tonight for a Welcome Drink together before we have dinner in the hotel. (Dinner)

    Hotel: Sokos Olympic Gardens (3 nights)

     
  • Day 3 & 4 - St. Petersburg sightseeing and at leisure Featured on our sightseeing tour this morning are the Tsar''s Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac''s Cathedral, the statue of Peter the Great and a visit of the Peter and Paul fortress. During our time in St. Petersburg we will also enjoy an included visit to the Hermitage Museum to visit one of the world''s largest and most valuable art collections. On one of our free evenings maybe visit a theatre for a Russian folklore show? On our last evening we’ll enjoy an included dinner with complimentary champagne. (Buffet Breakfast)(Buffet Breakfast/ Highlight Dinner)

     
  • Day 5 - St. Petersburg – Helsinki Sightseeing This morning we take an early train for our journey out of Russia, through the forests of Karelia to the Finnish border and on to the capital, Helsinki. Our sightseeing on arrival shows us Finlandia Hall, the Senate and Market squares, broad boulevards and the domed Russian church. This evening maybe try some of the local cuisine?(Buffet Breakfast )

    Hotel: Radisson SAS Seaside

     
  • Day 6 - Helsinki at leisure – At Sea A day at leisure to relax , shop or explore the city further. Later we will board our Silja Line ship for an overnight mini-cruise from Finland to Sweden. (Scandinavian Breakfast/ Dinner) 



     
  • Days 7 - At Sea – Stockholm (2 nights) An early morning arrival in Stockholm, Sweden''s capital. Here a guided sightseeing tour features the Royal Palace and a visit to the City Hall, where the Nobel Prize is awarded. Then there''s time on your own to wander through the old town or do some window-shopping. Tonight, perhaps enjoy a candlelit dinner on the island of Djurgården.(Scandinavian Breakfast)

    Hotel: Birger Jarl (2 nights)

     
  • Days 8 - Stockholm walking tour and at leisure Today we will enjoy an exciting walk through the narrow streets of the Old Town. Our local guide will take you through Stortorget (Main Square), and will tell you about the Stockholm blood bath of 1520, as well as the legend of St. George and the Dragon. Afterwards we’ll stroll through the city''s oldest quarter,where our Tour Director will show us one of the city’s Hidden Treasures and there is still time to visit the Wasa ship (Scandinavian Breakfast)

     
  • Day 9 - Stockholm – Oslo (2 nights) Today we leave the 14 islands of Sweden’s capital and travel past the city of Orebro to continue via Karlstad on Lake Vänern, and across the border and on to the capital, Oslo, maybe sample the traditional cuisine at a restaurant tonight?(Scandinavian Breakfast)

    Hotel: Scandic Kna (2 nights)

     
  • Day 10 - Oslo sightseeing and at leisure An in-depth sightseeing tour with a local guide today, includes the spacious main square containing the Old Cathedral and the Royal Palace as well as a visit to the Frogner Park with its Vigeland sculptures. Later you will have the opportunity to perhaps visit the Holmenkollen ski jump, the Viking ships and the Kon-Tiki raft. You will also have time to shop for wonderful items in silverware and chunky Norwegian sweaters. (Scandinavian Breakfast)



     
  • Day 11 - Oslo – Gothenburg – Copenhagen (2 nights) Today a pleasant drive along the Skagerrak coastline takes us away from Oslo and into Sweden where we stop to visit Sweden’s second-largest city, Gothenburg. Enjoy an orientation tour with our Tour Director showing us the botanical gardens, beautiful parks and pristine canals. Then on to Helsingborg to board our ferry across to Denmark and to ‘wonderful Copenhagen’ for our two night stay. (Scandinavian Breakfast)

    Hotel: Copenhagen Island (2 nights)

     
  • Day 12 - Copenhagen sightseeing and at leisure Our morning sightseeing tour includes such impressive highlights as the Little Mermaid guarding the harbour – the statue inspired by Hans Christian Anderson’s fairy tale. We will also enjoy a walking tour taking in the area around the Amalienborg Palace – an elegant quarter of 18th century buildings. Then we will walk through the historic centre seeing the 17th century Stock Exchange, the Christiansborg Palace, the Neo-Classical Cathedral and the 19th century Theatre Royal – former home of the Opera. Afterwards there’s time at leisure to do as you please, perhaps visit the famous Tivoli Gardens amusement park. Tonight we will get together with our travelling companions to celebrate the end of a great tour of Scandinavia at a Farewell Dinner in our hotel. (Scandinavian Breakfast/ Farewell Dinner)


     
  • Day 13 - Copenhagen – USA Trafalgar transfers you to the airport for your flight home.(Scandinavian Breakfast)

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

         
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5/6/2008 - 5/18/2008
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • St. Petersburg
  • Helsinki
  • Stockholm
  • Brahehus Castle
  • Copenhagen
  • Oslo

 

Wonders of St. Petersburg Novgorod and Moscow
9 Days starting from $1,950.00

Countries Visited:
Russia

Length: 9 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Europe at Leisure
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: SWHS
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
St. Petersburg, Novgorod, Moscow

 
What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
 
  • St. Petersburg: Sightseeing includes views of the Winter Palace, St. Isaac''s Cathedral, Nevsky Prospekt and a visit of the St. Peter and Paul fortress, plus a visit to the Hermitage Museum.
  • Moscow: Sightseeing including Red Square, St. Basil''s Cathedral and the Kremlin Walls.
  • Novogorod Orientation seeing St. Sophie''s Cathedral & Kremlin Fort.

Dining Highlights
 
  • A welcome drink with your Tour Director in St. Petersburg
  • 7 Hot buffet breakfasts
  • 3 three-course dinners
  • 1 Lunch
12 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in St. Petersburg and Moscow
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar’s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
  • St Petersburg Airport Transfer is provided on Day 2 and Moscow Airport Transfer is provided on Day 9.

Airport Transfers
Airport Transfers Group transfers on arrival at St. Petersburg Airport will operate at 11.30, 14.30 and 17.00. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyeno Airport at 05.00 and 11.00 and at Moscow Domodedevo Airport at 05.00 and 13.00.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
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Additional Visa Requirements
 
  • US passport holders require a visa for Russia.
  • Note: No visa can be issued at borders in Europe.

Itinerary

  • DAY 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to St Petersburg.

     
  • Day 2 - St. Petersburg (3 nights) On arrival in St Petersburg you are transferred to your hotel. Then time to relax and unwind before meeting our Tour Director and fellow travellers tonight for a Welcome Drink before dinner in the hotel. (Dinner)

    Hotel: Sokos Olympic Gardens (3 nights)

     
  • Days 3 & 4 - St. Petersburg sightseeing and at leisure This morning our sightseeing tour features the Tsar’s Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac''s Cathedral, the statue of Peter the Great and a visit of the Peter and Paul fortress. During our time in St. Petersburg we will also enjoy an included visit to the Hermitage Museum to visit one of the world''s largest and most valuable art collections. On one of our free evenings maybe visit a theatre for a Russian folklore show?(Buffet Breakfast)(Buffet Breakfast)

     
  • Day 5 - St. Petersburg – Novgorod This morning our journey takes us over the vast Russian plains to ancient Novgorod. On our arrival an orientation tour shows us the Kremlin Fort and grounds, Millennium monument and the St. Sophia Cathedral. Dinner is included at our hotel tonight. (Buffet Breakfast/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Beresta Palace

     
  • Day 6 - Novgorod – Tver – Moscow (3 nights) This morning after breakfast a scenic drive will bring us to the picturesque village of Tver, where we will enjoy an included lunch. Then we continue to Klin, once home of Tchaikovsky, before arriving in Moscow for the first night of our three night stay. After an included dinner you may wish to enjoy a thrilling night out at the Moscow State Circus! (Buffet Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)

    Hotel: Sovietsky (3 nights)

     
  • Day 7 & 8 - Moscow sightseeing and at leisure On our first day we will enjoy a guided sightseeing tour which shows us Red Square, St. Basil''s domed Cathedral and the Kremlin Walls. Later, enjoy time on your own to shop or further explore before returning to your hotel. Perhaps in your free time take an excursion to Zagorsk – a centre of ancient Russian art and architecture. During our stay in Moscow our Tour Director will show us a Hidden Treasure of this intriguing city. On our final night we enjoy a Farewell Dinner together with our Tour Director and fellow travellers in a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast )(Buffet Breakfast/ Farewell Dinner)



     
  • Day 9 - Moscow – USA Farewell to new-found friends as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America.(Buffet Breakfast)

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7/19/2008 - 7/27/2008
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • St.Petersburg
  • Novgorod
  • Moscow

 

Best of Norway
10 Days starting from $2,150.00

Countries Visited:
Norway

Length: 10 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: SBON
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Oslo, Voringfoss, Bergen, Sognefjord, Geiranger, Lillehammer

 
What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights
 
  • Oslo: Sightseeing including a visit to Frogner Park and views of the National Theatre, Parliament and the Royal Palace.
  • Voringfoss: See Norway''s most admired waterfall.
  • Bergen: Orientation of this picturesque city including the 13th century Haakons Hall.
  • Sognefjord: Cross the impressive fjord.
  • Geiranger: Cruise along the Geirangerfjord.
  • Lom: Visit a traditional Stave Church.
  • Lillehammer: Visit the Olympic resort.
  • Eidsvoll: See where the country''s constitution was signed.
  • Scenic drives: Hardangervidda, Sorfjord, Sognefjord, Josetedal Mountains, Dalsnibba Pass, Gudbrandsal Valley, Lake Mjosa.

Dining Highlights
 
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Oslo
  • 8 full Scandinavian breakfasts
  • 4 three-course dinners
13 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
 
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in Oslo.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar’s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
  • Ferry across the Hardangerfjord.
  • Mini-cruise along Geirangerfjord.
  • Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Oslo Airport Transfers will be provided on Days 2 and 10. Group transfers on arrival at Oslo Airport will operate at 11.30 and 14.30. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Oslo Airport at 06.00 and 10.00.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Click here to see scheduled transfer times.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Oslo.

     
  • Day 2 - Arrive Oslo (2 nights) You are met and transferred to your hotel. Later, enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and meet your fellow travellers.

    Hotel: Scandic Kna (2 nights)

     
  • Day 3 - Oslo sightseeing & at leisure Our guided sightseeing tour features the main sights. Then, we enjoy a highlight visit to Frogner Park, home of Gustav Vigeland''s sculptures. Our Tour Director will also show us a Hidden Treasure of the city during our stay! (Scandinavian Breakfast)

     
  • Day 4 - Oslo – Geilo – Oystese We travel along the shores of the Tyrifjord to the ski resort of Geilo. An impressive drive takes us across the vast wilderness of the Hardanger Plateau to the Voeringfoss. Then we start our descent to the Queen of Fjords, Hardanger. A cruise across the fjord takes us to our hotel in Oystese for dinner and overnight. (Scandinavian Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Hardangerfjord Hotel

     
  • Day 5 - Oystese – Bergen Through mountain resorts and awesome landscapes to the Capital of Fjords, Bergen. Orientation shows us the 13th century Haakons Hall and the Fish Market. The rest of the day is free to explore. (Scandinavian Breakfast )

    Hotel: Radisson SAS Norge

     
  • Day 6 - Bergen – Voss – Sognefjord – Geiranger (2 nights) We stop in the resort of Voss before continuing to the King of Fjords, Sognefjord. We drive along the shores of the fjord before climbing up into spectacular mountain scenery to see the Boeya Glacier, then we continue to the renowned Geiranger Fjord and our hotel for the next two nights. (Scandinavian Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Geiranger (2 nights)

     
  • Day 7 - Geiranger at leisure A full day to enjoy and relax in this fjord gem, renowned for its beauty and unforgettable views. Later , perhaps consider an excursion to Trollstigen – the Troll’s ladder, or walk along marked trails through an incomparable landscape! (Scandinavian Breakfast / Dinner)

     
  • Day 8 - Geiranger – Lom – Lillehammer On our drive this morning we marvel at the breathtaking views from the Dalsnibba Pass, en route to visit a traditional Stave Church at Lom. Then, through the Gudbrandsdal Valley, as we make our way to the home of the 1994 Winter Olympics – Lillehammer. Tonight, dinner is at the hotel. (Scandinavian Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Radisson SAS

     
  • Day 9 - Lillehammer – Hamar – Oslo After breakfast our first stop will be at lakeside Hamar on the shores of Lake Mjøsa. Here we view the unusual ice rink built for the Olympics, before driving to Eidsvoll to see where Norway''s leading citizens drafted their liberal constitution. From here it''s back to Oslo. On our arrival there is time at leisure to explore or shop for some last minute souvenirs. This evening we get together with our Tour Director and new found friends for a festive Farewell Dinner. (Scandinavian Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

    Hotel: Scandic Kna

     
  • Day 10 - Oslo - USA This morning we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America. (Scandinavian Breakfast)

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

         
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5/9/2008 - 5/18/2008
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5/23/2008 - 6/1/2008
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6/6/2008 - 6/15/2008
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Oslo
  • Voringfoss
  • Bergen
  • Sognefjord
  • Geiranger
  • Lom
  • Lillehammer
  • Eidsvoll

 

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