Journey aboard world-famous railway lines through beautiful Scandinavian landscapes. Cross the Arctic Circle in Sweden, cruise Norway’s stunning Geirangerfjord and explore Stockholm and Oslo.
On arrival in Stockholm, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. Today, tour this modern city at your leisure, perhaps wandering the narrow streets of Gamla Stan.
Stockholm is yours to explore today on a guided tour. Afterwards, enjoy a well-deserved, traditional Swedish 'fika', or coffee break, relaxing over a hot drink and slice of homemade cake. Tonight, if Swedish cuisine is on your mind, then be sure to visit a local restaurant at your leisure to enjoy a smorgasbord – a world-famous Swedish tradition.
Bid farewell to Stockholm and head inland by InterCity train to Ostersund, which is nestled on the shore of beautiful Lake Storsjon, Sweden’s fifth-largest lake.
Leaving Ostersund, you’ll travel north into the untamed wilderness of Lapland. Lapland is home to the Sami, who are renowned for their reindeer herding skills. You’ll get a real taste of their unique culture during a tour of Batsuoj village.
Insider Experience
Gain an insight into the unique culture of the Sami at Batsuoj Sami Centre.
Travel further north by coach across the Arctic Circle into the Land of the Midnight Sun. In Jokkmokk, visit the local Sami Museum to learn more about their nomadic way of life. See historic artefacts including silver-work and traditional dress of the indigenous Sami people. Afterwards, return to Arjeplog and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Insider Experience - Cross the Arctic Circle in Sweden
Celebrate crossing the Arctic Circle in Sweden.
Travel by coach from Arjeplog to Bodo in Norway. On arrival, visit the Norwegian Jekt Trade Museum, an open-air museum featuring authentic traditional buildings and a collection of traditional boats. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure before dinner at your hotel.
Enjoy the morning at leisure in Bodo before taking a train to Verdal, then transferring by coach to Sticklestad. Savour dinner at your hotel.
Begin the day with a tour of the village Stiklestad, the site of one of Norway's most famous battles. Afterwards, travel from Stiklestad to Trondheim, admiring the natural beauty along the way.
One of the oldest cities in Norway, Trondheim is an atmospheric metropolis that is a delight to explore. Embark on a guided tour of its best cultural highlights, including the famous Old Town Bridge, the Royal Residence and the Bakklandet, a neighbourhood filled with traditional streets and colourful wooden houses.
On your rail journey today, navigate the same course as the emerald waters of the River Rauma as it winds around the hillsides below jagged peaks as you head to Andalsnes. Later, arrive in Geiranger, a small tourist village in the Sunnmore region of Norway.
Geirangerfjord is a World Heritage-listed site alive with colours and contrasts. The lush greens of the trees clinging to the rock, set against the deep blue water and the brilliant white of snow-capped peaks in the distance, are sure to entrance. Uncover its magic further on your Insider Experience.
Insider Experience - Spectacular Geirangerfjord by boat
Take in the exquisite scenery of the spectacular Geirangerfjord by boat today. Cruising along the serene, deep water, the steep sides of the fjord seem to tower over the boat.
Leave Geiranger by coach this morning and travel through Norway’s incredible fjord country, stopping at the incredible Kaupanger Stave Church en route. Your next overnight destination is Flam, a tiny, quaint village at the head of the Aurlandsfjord, which is home to one of the most remarkable railways in the world – the Flam Railway.
This morning, set out on a cruise of Naeroyfjord. Travel by coach back to Flam, where you’ll board the Flam Railway, one of the steepest railways in the world. Disembark in Myrdal then travel by train to the magnificent city of Bergen.
Insider Experience - Travel on the Flam Railway
Today, enjoy a superb excursion aboard the Flam Railway.
Begin your day with a tour of Bergen, including the historic Bryggen. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at Bergen Fish Market. There will then be plenty of time to explore with the rest of the day at leisure.
Depart Bergen by train, enjoying the rail journey during your magnificent Insider Experience. Descend into Oslo, perhaps taking a stroll around the capital city before your Farewell Dinner this evening.
Insider Experience - Bergen Railway
Prepare for a magnificent journey on Northern Europe’s highest railway line, the Bergen Railway.
Set out on an exciting sightseeing tour of Oslo’s most famous sights. This city is known for its stunning natural beauty, rich history and lively culture. With the afternoon at leisure, you might opt to explore landmarks such as the Akershus Fortress, revel in outdoor adventures at Oslomarka forest or savour some authentic Norwegian flavours.
This morning, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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