Norwegian Splendor: Fjords and Capitals in the Midnight Sun

When the Midnight Sun turns night into day, Scandinavia is at its brightest. This is an ideal time to explore, with majestic countryside at its greenest and cities at their most vibrant. From the cosmopolitan capitals of Copenhagen and Oslo to Norway’s magnificent fjord country, this small-group journey reveals Scandinavia at its best, both on and off the beaten path.

Tour Highlights

Take in Copenhagen on guided sightseeing, including Rosenborg Castle with its royal treasures and Christiansborg Palace, seat of Denmark’s parliament.
Venture to Elsinore for an excursion to the castle long associated with Shakespeare’s Hamlet, overlooking the narrow Øresund Strait.
Visit the Karen Blixen House and Museum to learn about the life and work of the author of Out of Africa in a serene coastal setting.
Sail overnight by ferry from Denmark to Norway, enjoying classic Nordic seascapes along the way.
Travel through Norway’s stunning Western Fjord District, taking in the dramatic scenery of Hardangerfjord, Sognefjord, and Geirangerfjord.
Ride the thrilling Flåm Railway, one of the world’s most scenic train journeys, past waterfalls, steep mountainsides, and deep valleys.
Spend time in picturesque Bergen, with its harborfront, colorful wooden houses, and historic Hanseatic wharf.
Explore Oslo on touring that features the Historical Museum and the Kon-Tiki Museum, highlighting Norway’s rich cultural past and seafaring heritage.
Admire Norway’s outstanding natural scenery throughout the journey, from sheer fjord walls and snowcapped peaks to verdant valleys and sparkling waterways.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Copenhagen
Day 2: Copenhagen
Day 3: Copenhagen
Day 4: Copenhagen
Day 5: Overnight ferry
Day 6: Hundorp
Day 7: Geiranger
Day 8: Geiranger
Day 9: Bergen
Day 10: Bergen
Day 11: Lofthus
Day 12: Lofthus
Day 13: Oslo
Day 14: Oslo
Day 15: Oslo
Day 16: Depart Oslo for U.S.

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