Scandinavia Russia and Estonia 2010

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Tour Length: 19 Days
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Tour Category: Regional
Tour Operator: Trafalgar Tours
Tour Code: TT-SCDR-2010
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Cities Visited:
Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Russia, Estonia, Norway

There is plenty of nature to go around in Scandinavia, where sparkling lakes, glaciers, and lushly forested fjords abound. The Tsar’s Winter Palace and the Hermitage Museum of St. Petersburg, plus lovingly restored Tallinn, are a feast for the eyes.

 

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Brahehus Castle: Castle See the 17th centurycastle, enjoy the lake views.
  • Stockholm: Visit to the City Hall.
  • Helsinki: See Finlandia Hall, Senate and MarketSquares.
  • St. Petersburg: See the Nevsky Prospekt, St.Isaac''s Cathedral, the statue of Peter the Great, a visit to theSt. Peter and Paul fortress, plus a highlight visit to theHermitage Museum.
  • Tallinn: See the old Hanseatic Quarter and LuhikeJalg Gate. Visit the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
  • Lillehammer: Visit the Olympic Resort.
  • Lom: Visit a Stave Church.
  • Geirangerfjord: Spectacular fjord cruise.
  • Sognefjord: Admire the stunning scenery.
  • Bergen: Orientation of this beautiful city.
  • Oslo: Sightseeing including the Old Cathedral andRoyal Palace. Visit the Vigeland Sculpture Park.
  • Copenhagen: Sightseeing including the LittleMermaid and Christiansborg Palace.

Dining Highlights
  • 13 full Scandinavian breakfasts in Scandinavia.
  • 4 hot buffet breakfasts elsewhere.
  • 7 three-course dinners.
  • Local highlight restaurant dinner with wine in St. Petersburg.
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Copenhagen.
  • 26 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights
  • First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms withprivate facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggagehandling fees and local taxes.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and awashroom onboard.
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingualTour Directors
  • A qualified local city guide in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki,St. Petersburg, Tallinn and Oslo.
  • Overnight mini-cruise from Sweden to Finland and across the BalticSea from Estonia to Sweden; all cabins with two berths and privatefacilities.
  • Mini-cruise along Geirangerfjord.
  • Airport transfers are provided on Day 2 and Day 19 (conditionsapply)
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and a Welcome on Tour book.

Airport Transfers
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive,particularly between the airport and your London hotel. But whenyou book your Trafalgar tour and take advantage of our land and airpackages, we have included a FREE transfer to and from London''sairports and your Trafalgar London hotel. For passengers who havetheir own flight arrangements we offer you the opportunity topurchase inexpensive transfers to and from London''s Heathrow -Trafalgar has negotiated special rates for the Dot2Dot transferfrom London''s Heathr
  • Important - Please Note: Passengers will only beentitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing thefollowing conditions are met:
  • For included transfers: Your flights must be booked directly byTrafalgar no fewer than 21 days prior to departure. For chargeabletransfers: Your Travel Agent provides detailed flight informationto Trafalgar no fewer than 21 days prior to departure. Oncetransfers are booked they cannot be changed.
  • For London arrivals, you must stay at a London hotel booked byTrafalgar on the night of arrival and the night prior to yourdeparture date.
  • Trafalgar only includes one inbound and one outbound transfer.
  • In the event of flight delays outside of Trafalgar''s control, thetransfers will be deemed to be cancelled.
  • All transfers are based on group transfers. No refund is thereforeavailable for missed transfers, or passengers not using thisservice.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (such as road or rail works,strikes or demonstrations), Trafalgar will not be responsible fordelayed or cancelled transfers.
  • Heathrow Airport: National Express Dot2Dot willpick up and drop off in time to meet all flights to/from London''sHeathrow Airport. For guests arriving at the Dot2Dot desk after22.00 hrs please make use of the courtesy phone to arrange yourtransfer to your Trafalgar hotel
  • Gatwick Airport: Passengers who have bookedTrafalgar''s Land and Air packages arriving at London''s GatwickAirport are provided with a Gatwick Express train voucher. TheGatwick Express train journey from Gatwick Airport to London''sVictoria Station takes 30 minutes. Guests then need to make theirway from Victoria Station to their Trafalgar hotel.
  • European Gateways With Trafalgar all passengerswill receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on thescheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the timesspecified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves yourflight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air packageand who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on thescheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also beprovided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tourdays are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase onethrough Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additionalpre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask forprices of transfers at the time of booking your extra nightaccommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tourarrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with thelisted transfer times below may also book and purchase thesetransfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not lessthan 21 days before the flight departure.
 

Day 1 - Depart USA
Overnight flight to Copenhagen.

Day 2 - Arrive Copenhagen (2 nights)
Welcome to Copenhagen, capital of Denmark. After check-in, there''stime to unwind before enjoying a Welcome Drink with your TourDirector and fellow travelers.Hotel: Copenhagen Marriott (2 nights)

Day 3 - Copenhagen sightseeing & at leisure
This morning our sightseeing tour includes a walking tour throughthe area around the Amalienborg Palace - an elegant quarter of 18thcentury buildings, Then we will walk through the historic centerseeing the 17th century Stock Exchange, the Christiansborg Palace,the cathedral and the 19th century Theater Royal. Then we''ll seethe Little Mermaid, the statue inspired by Hans ChristianAndersen''s fairy tale. Afterwards there''s time atleisure. (Scandinavian breakfast)

Day 4 - Copenhagen - Stockholm
This morning we cross the Oresund to Sweden and drive to beautifulLake Vättern where we view the 17th century Brahehus Castle.From here we''re off to Stockholm with its cobbled streets andmedieval buildings in the old town. (Scandinavian breakfast)Hotel: Birger Jarl

Day 5 - Stockholm - At Sea
The charms of this city unfold on our morning sightseeing tour,which includes the Royal Palace and City Hall. Our Tour Directorwill also show us a Hidden Treasure of this fascinating city beforetime at leisure. This evening we will board our Silja Line ship forthe overnight trip to Finland. (Scandinavian breakfast)

Day 6 - At Sea - Helsinki
We dock in Turku, then it''s a short drive to Helsinki. Here oursightseeing tour shows us Finlandia Hall, the Senate and MarketSquares, broad boulevards and the domed Russian church. Then freetime to shop and sightsee further. (Scandinavian breakfast)Hotel: Radisson Blu Seaside

Day 7 - Helsinki - St. Petersburg (3 nights)
An early morning departure as we travel into Russia, passing thetimber center of Kotka. From here we continue our journey throughthe forests of Karelia to our hotel in St. Petersburg for ourthree-night stay. This evening, we will enjoy complimentarychampagne with dinner. Then perhaps visit a theater for a Russianfolklore show. (Scandinavian breakfast / Dinner)

Days 8 & 9 - St. Petersburg sightseeing & at leisure
Featured on our sightseeing tour this morning are the Tsar''s WinterPalace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac''s Cathedral, the statue of Peterthe Great and a visit to the Peter and Paul Fortress. During ourstay we enjoy an included visit to the Hermitage Museum to see oneof the world''s largest and most valuable art collections set in thesplendor of the Winter Palace. On our final night in St.Petersburg, we will enjoy a Highlight Dinner in a typicalrestaurant. (Buffet breakfast / Buffet breakfast / HighlightDinner)

Day 10 - St. Petersburg - Tallinn
Today our drive brings us to the Russian border where we cross intothe Baltic state of Estonia. We continue via Rakvere to theEstonian capital, Tallinn, for dinner and overnight. (Buffetbreakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Reval Olympia

Day 11 - Tallinn sightseeing - At Sea
Today''s sightseeing tour explores the beautifully preserved streetsand buildings of the old Hanseatic quarter and 15th century LuhikeJalg Gate. We visit the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and see the oldtown hall before time on your own perhaps to shop and sightseefurther. Later, we drive to the port of Tallinn where we board ourship for the overnight mini-cruise from Estonia to Sweden. (Buffetbreakfast)

Day 12 - At Sea - Stockholm - Hamar
Relax on board as we sail across the Baltic Sea for a mid-morningarrival in Stockholm. We travel across bridges over LakeMälaren and through forests and farmland. Then into Varmlandand along the banks of Lake Vänern past Karlstad and acrossthe Norwegian border. We follow the Glomma River to Lake Mjøsaand beautiful Hamar. (Scandinavian breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Rica Hamar

Day 13 - Hamar - Lillehammer - Geiranger (2 nights)
This morning we make our way to Lillehammer, host to the 1994Winter Olympics. Then on through the Gudbrandsal Valley drivingpast the Jotunheimen Mountains, home of the Giants! Next we willvisit a Stave church at Lom before beautiful scenic views nearDalsnibba Pass. Finally, we arrive in Geiranger. (Scandinavianbreakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Geiranger (2 nights)

Day 14 - Geiranger at leisure
After breakfast, enjoy a full day to relax in this breathtakingfjord. You may wish to consider an optional excursion toTrollstigen, or walk along marked trails through the landscapeechoed in Ibsen''s Peer Gynt. Tonight, dinner is served at thehotel. (Scandinavian breakfast / Dinner)

Day 15 - Geiranger - Sognefjord (Leikanger)
This morning it''s a short ferry cruise along Geirangerfjord toHellesylt, reboarding our coach for the journey via the JosetedalMountains and Lake Jolstra. Next we''ll view the Bøya Glacierbefore a drive along the shores of Sognefjord to our hotel inLeikanger for dinner and our overnight stay. (Scandinavianbreakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Sognefjord

Day 16 - Sognefjord (Leikanger) - Voss - Bergen
Today across the Sognefjord with supurb views of the fertilevalleys and the salmon river of Laerdal. Then from here we continuethrough the ski resort of Voss to the port of Bergen. After viewingthe colorful harbour, we head to our hotel tonight. (Scandinavianbreakfast)Hotel: Radisson Blu Norge

Day 17 - Bergen - Geilo
Our morning orientation tour highlights Bergen''s landmarksincluding the 13th Century Haakon''s Hall and the bustling fishmarket. Then time is yours to explore this charming town. Next toHardangerfjord and on across Eidefjord to the rugged landscape ofthe Hardangervidda and the resort of Geilo. (Scandinavian breakfastDinner) Hotel: Highland

Day 18 - Geilo - Oslo
Today after breakfast, we enjoy a scenic drive to the HallingdalValley before our arrival in Oslo. Here a sightseeing tour shows usthe medieval fortress of Akershus, the Royal Palace plus a visit tothe Vigeland Sculpture Park. Our Tour Director will also show usanother Hidden Treasure before time at leisure, maybe to see theKon- Tiki raft? This evening we get together with our Tour Directorand fellow traveling companions for a festive FarewellDinner. (Scandinavian breakfast / Farwell Dinner)Hotel: Scandic KNA

Day 19 - Oslo - USA
This morning it is time to bid farewell to our Tour Director andtouring friends as our vacation comes to an end. Airport transfersare available, conditions apply. (Scandinavian breakfast)

Important note
Visas may be required for this tour. Please speak with your travelagent at time of booking to assess your specific requirements.

Free airport transfers
Transfers on Day 2 at Copenhagen Airport will operate at 09.00,12.00 and 15.30. Passengers arriving later should make their ownway to the first hotel. Return transfers on the last touring daywill arrive at Copenhagen Airport at 07.30 and 11.00.

 

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  • Denmark
  • Sweden
  • Finland
  • Russia
  • Estonia
  • Norway
 

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The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the LAND-only portion of your tour.

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5 or more – Save 5%: If a group of 5-8 people travels together, a discount of 5% per person applies to the LAND-only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!

9 or more: If 9 or more people travel together, we offer attractive group discounts based on how many people travel. In a group of 9 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for a 50% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour. In a group of 16 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for 100% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour.

Please note: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach. These discounts are not combinable with our Travel Club Discount, any other rooming, young traveller or triple room discounts, and do not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Tours with Mediterranean cruises, Egypt, Israel, and extra night accommodation. All travelling passengers’ names must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify.

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When travelling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a room-sharing basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same gender on a ‘two-bedded’ basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that, regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends, and a positive way to stretch your holiday budget. If we fail to match you, we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

Please note: This service does not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Island Hopper and Best of Greece tours, Greek tours with Mediterranean cruises, train tours, Egypt, Israel and extra night accommodation.

 

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