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- Day 1 Fashionable Helsinki Welcome to Helsinki. Head out to explore the city before meeting your fellow traveling companions for a wonderful dinner and time to hear the exciting plans awaiting you during your Northern Capitals tour. Locations Visited: Helsinki FI.
- Day 2 Day at Leisure in Helsinki Helsinki is yours to stroll leisurely through Finland’s quaint capital or take the opportunity to cruise across the Baltic Sea to Estonia where you will visit Tallinn, its fairytale capital city. Take in the panoramic views from Toompea Hill before visiting the market square with its old German weighing house, pharmacy and Town Hall. Enjoy time at leisure this afternoon to browse Tallinn’s shops, famous for fine amber and silver jewelry before returning to Helsinki. Locations Visited: Helsinki FI.
- Day 3 Helsinki and Baltic Cruise to Stockholm Explore Helsinki, the trendsetting city of top fashion and design, alongside a Local Expert. Wander through the aromatic stalls of a traditional food market and sample local produce like liquorice or smoked reindeer. This afternoon, board your cruise ship for the overnight voyage to Sweden. Take in the breathtakingly beautiful scenery from the comfort of your A-Class, sea-view cabin while the northern sun hangs over the horizon as you enjoy dinner on board. Locations Visited: Helsinki FI, Stockholm (Solna) SE.
- Day 4 Stockholm, City of Islands Disembark your Baltic cruise and explore Stockholm with a Local Expert, visit the imposing City Hall with its impressive Gyllene salen, the Golden Hall, covered with 18 million gilded mosaic tiles and the Blå hallen, the Blue Hall, the venue for the Nobel Prize banquets. Cross the harbor to Gamla Stan, the medieval heart of the city, to see the cathedral and the Royal Palace. Locations Visited: Stockholm SE.
- Day 5 Stockholm Stockholm, beautifully situated across 14 islands, blends medieval alleyways with cutting-edge Scandinavian design. Begin your day with Insight Choice. Dive into the glitz and legacy of Sweden’s most iconic pop export at ABBA The Museum—an interactive experience celebrating the music, style and global impact of the beloved quartet. Alternatively, explore the spirited side of Swedish culture at the lively Spirit Museum, where art and artifacts trace the country’s long and complex relationship with alcohol, from traditional aquavit to contemporary craft distilling. Locations Visited: Stockholm SE.
- Day 6 Stockholm to Oslo Journey past Lake Vänern, the largest lake in Sweden, and enjoy a scenic drive through Norway’s forested landscapes to Oslo. On arrival, enjoy some free time to explore—visit the harbourfront Aker Brygge district with its waterside cafes and boutiques, or see the striking modern architecture of the Oslo Opera House. In the evening, dine with your fellow travelers at a local restaurant. Locations Visited: Stockholm SE, Oslo NO.
- Day 7 Cosmopolitan Oslo Explore Oslo with your Local Expert, uncovering the city’s royal history and striking contemporary design. Pass the Royal Palace and Akershus Castle before walking through the Bjorvika district, home to the eye-catching Oslo Opera House. In Frogner Park, discover the bold sculptures of Gustav Vigeland, Norway’s most celebrated sculptor. This afternoon, visit the Nobel Peace Museum with your Local Expert. During a guided talk, hear the stories of the 19 women who have received the Nobel Peace Prize and explore exhibits highlighting their global impact. Later, you may wish to explore Oslo City Hall, where the prize ceremony takes place each year, or join an Optional Experience to Holmenkollen, home to the world’s most modern ski jump and panoramic views of the Oslofjord. Locations Visited: Oslo NO.
- Day 8 From Norway to Denmark Journey south through the Nordic countries from Oslo to Denmark taking in the lush scenery along the route. Pass the city of Gothenburg to board the ferry for a short cruise to Denmark. Enjoy a view of Kronborg Castle, reputedly the Elsinore home of Hamlet as you enter the Kingdom of Denmark and onwards to Copenhagen. Upon arrival, experience the magic of Tivoli Gardens, one of the world’s oldest amusement parks and a beloved Danish landmark. Locations Visited: Oslo NO, Copenhagen DK.
- Day 9 Wonderful Copenhagen With a Local Expert, begin your sightseeing at Christiansborg Palace, seat of the Danish Government, to marvel at the opulent interior. Journey past the university to see Rosenborg Castle, the Renaissance Stock Exchange and Amalienborg Palace, home of the royal family. Visit the waterfront to admire Hans Christian Andersen’s Little Mermaid gazing across the harbor. Before dinner, indulge in a private boat tour with a captain who shares their perspective of Copenhagen. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at our hand-picked restaurant and enjoy a delicious dinner of sustainable ingredients, as you toast to the end of your Scandinavian adventure. Locations Visited: Copenhagen DK.
- Day 10 Fond Farewell to Copenhagen Time to say goodbye to your new friends as your journey through the Nordic countries comes to an end. Locations Visited: Copenhagen DK.
Name: Northern Capitals, a Women-Only Tour
Brand: Insight
Quality: Superior First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Helsinki
End City: Copenhagen
Location Summary: Helsinki, FI, Stockholm (Solna), SE, Stockholm, SE, Oslo, NO, Copenhagen, DK
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 5 Dinner (D). 9 Breakfast (B).
- Well-being - Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.. Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day..
- Additional Included Highlights - Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.. Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.. We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.. From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.. Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).. If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.. Cruise in high-class cabins with sea views.. Complimentary transfers from Helsinki Airport are available at scheduled times, on arrival day. Complimentary transfers to Copenhagen Airport are available at scheduled times, on departure day. If your flights are outside these times or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way..
- Top Rated Highlights - Helsinki: Your Local Expert will show you the sights of the harbor city. Wander through the aromatic stalls of a traditional food market and sample local produce like liquorice or smoked reindeer before enjoying free time to explore the harbor of this fascinating city of design.. Stockholm (Solna): Visit Stockholm City Hall, completed in the early 20th century in National Romantic style. You’ll step into the brick-built Blue Hall, site of the Nobel Banquet, then continue to the Golden Hall, where mosaics made from glass and gold leaf depict episodes from Swedish history and mythology.. Stockholm (Solna): Explore Stockholm with your Local Expert, moving from Gamla Stan, where many streets and buildings date from the 13th–17th centuries, to later civic and waterfront districts. You’ll see Stockholm Cathedral and view a capital planned across 14 islands, established as Sweden’s political center from the 17th century.. Oslo: Explore Oslo with your Local Expert, viewing the 19th-century Royal Palace and the medieval Akershus fortress that guarded the harbor. Continue through the city center to see Karl Johans gate and the Stortinget Parliament building before reaching the Opera House and Bjørvika waterfront, where former docklands have been redeveloped into a cultural district.. Oslo: Visit Frogner Park to see Gustav Vigeland’s permanent sculpture installation, with more than 200 bronze and granite works arranged along bridges, terraces and the Monolith plateau.. Copenhagen: Visit Tivoli Gardens, opened in 1843 as a public pleasure garden beside Copenhagen’s central station. Walk the landscaped paths between pavilions, theaters and restaurants and see historic rides, including one of the world’s oldest wooden roller coasters, still operating with a brakeman on board.. Copenhagen: With a Local Expert, witness the regal interior of Christiansborg Palace, with its stunning tapestries, furnishings and decor.. Copenhagen: Join your Local Expert to understand the city through its key sites, from the Little Mermaid statue on the harbourfront to Christiansborg Palace, seat of the Danish parliament. You’ll view Rosenborg Castle and Amalienborg Palace, walk the 17th-century Nyhavn waterfront and see Copenhagen Cathedral and the Round Tower that served as an observatory.. Copenhagen: Enjoy an intimate boat tour on a private vessel with a knowledgeable captain who shares their insights about Copenhagen. Glide through picturesque canals, taking in the city’s rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. This experience allows you to connect with Copenhagen uniquely through the eyes of a local..
- Insight Experiences - Helsinki: Wander through the aromatic stalls of a traditional food market with your Local Expert and sample local produce, like liquorice or smoked reindeer..
- Authentic Dining - Baltic Sea: Dine with your fellow travelers while enjoying views of the setting sun over the horizon.. Stockholm (Solna): Savor the flavors of Sweden's capital city over dinner..
- Insight Choice - Stockholm (Solna): Explore the world of ABBA during a visit to the museum housing memorabilia and costumes from the iconic band. Hear the stories behind the band and relive their many moments of success. Step into the shoes of Agnetha, Anni-Frid, Benny or Björn as you virtually try on ABBA's costumes, sing, play quizzes, mix original music and stand on stage with avatar versions of the members of ABBA.This immersive visit reveals how music is mixed and produced.. Stockholm (Solna): Discover Sweden’s complex relationship with alcohol at the Spirit Museum. Located on the island of Djurgården, this engaging space blends contemporary art with cultural history, from traditional drinking customs to the rise of modern craft distilling..
- Women-Only - Oslo: Visit the Nobel Peace Museum with your Local Expert, a specialist guide who leads a focused exploration of the women awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Learn about the lives, challenges and legacies of 19 remarkable laureates, brought to life through personal stories and powerful exhibits..
- Make Travel Matter - Copenhagen: Dine at a Cofoco Group Restaurant, which is leading the way in minimizing food waste and acting for a sustainable future. This experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 7 & 12: Affordable and Clean Energy & Responsible Consumption and Production..
- Choice Highlights - Choose between two carefully selected activities. Stockholm (Solna): Explore the world of ABBA during a visit to the museum housing memorabilia and costumes from the iconic band. Hear the stories behind the band and relive their many moments of success. Step into the shoes of Agnetha, Anni-Frid, Benny or Björn as you virtually try on ABBA's costumes, sing, play quizzes, mix original music and stand on stage with avatar versions of the members of ABBA.This immersive visit reveals how music is mixed and produced.. Stockholm (Solna): Discover Sweden’s complex relationship with alcohol at the Spirit Museum. Located on the island of Djurgården, this engaging space blends contemporary art with cultural history, from traditional drinking customs to the rise of modern craft distilling..
