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Trans-Scandinavian Rail Tour

13 days7 cities
DenmarkSwedenNorway3 countries
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Private rail tour to Denmark, Sweden, Norway

One of the world most spectacular views are observed from Scandinavian trains, including famous Flamsbana train to Flam. This multi-country train journey will allow you to explore efficient railway system of Scandinavia, and visit all of the must-sees in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway.

13 days7 cities
DenmarkSwedenNorway3 countries
From
 $5,289 
Copenhagen, Denmark
2
days
Denmark

Copenhagen is a blend of modern architecture and history with Viking spirit. Moreover, it is often called one of Europe's most enjoyable and livable cities.

Day by day
Hotel
Day-by-day program
1
day
Arrival in Copenhagen

Welcome to the capital of Denmark - Copenhagen!

Your private driver meets you at the airport and transfers you to your centrally located hotel for check-in.

The rest of the day is free so you can start exploring the magnificent city center on your own, dine in one of the local restaurants or take a good rest in your comfortable room.

Optional extension: You can extend your tour to Iceland. Contact your travel specialist for more details.

No meals included.

2
day
Copenhagen City Tour

After breakfast at the hotel you meet your private guide in the lobby and go on a breathtaking panoramiс walking city tour of Copenhagen.

First, you proceed to the Rosenborg Castle where you witness the famous Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony at the front gates of the Palace.

During the tour you enjoy the views of the City Hall and Christiansborg Palace that is home to the Danish Parliament, stroll across Kongens Nytorv and see the buildings of the Old Stock Exchange and the Royal Theater.

The highlight of the tour is a visit to the colorful harbor of Nyhavn where you see the gorgeous Amalienborg Palace - the winter residence of the Royal Family.

After the tour you return to your hotel and have the afternoon at leisure. Alternatively, you can continue exploring the city on your own and visit the Gefion Fountain and the symbol of Copenhagen - the famous statue of the Little Mermaid, inspired by H. C. Andersen's fairy tale.

Breakfast is included.

Your choice of hotels

We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.

Radisson Collection Royal Hotel, Copenhagen

Nestled in the heart of enchanting Copenhagen, the Radisson Collection Royal Hotel is a true gem of Scandinavian hospitality. With its modern elegance and timeless design, this iconic hotel offers an extraordinary blend of luxury and comfort.

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Copenhagen
Malmo
40 min

Sit back, relax and enjoy your 40min train ride from the Danish capital to astonishing Swedish gem - Malmo.

Malmo, Sweden
1
day
Sweden

Malmo is the third largest city in Sweden and was one of the earliest and most industrialized towns of Scandinavia.

Day by day
Hotel
Day-by-day program
3
day
Arrival to Malmo & City tour

After breakfast, you check out from your hotel and your driver transfers you to the train station, where you board a train that takes you to Sweden’s third-largest city - Malmo (train tickets are included).

Upon arrival, you have a transfer to your centrally located hotel and check-in. You then meet your guide and enjoy a 3-hour walking city tour of Malmo that provides you with a great opportunity to experience the best this city has to offer.

During the tour, you explore the beautiful Old Town with its iconic Stortoget Square, enjoy the views of the legendary Oresund Bridge that connects Denmark and Sweden, and see one of Scandinavia’s tallest skyscrapers - the Turning Torso.

After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.

Breakfast is included.

Your choice of hotels

We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.

Radisson Blu Hotel, Malmo

Looking for a great place to stay during your Malmo vacation? Take a closer look at the elegant Radisson Blu Hotel, boasting a great location in the heart of the city as well as comfortable and well-equipped guestrooms.

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Malmo
Gothenburg
2 hrs 20 min

A train is the fastest and one of the most convenient ways to travel through Sweden. All trains are spacious, comfortable, offer great onboard amenities and breathtaking landscapes passing by outside the window.

Gothenburg, Sweden
1
day
Sweden

Gothenburg is a clean green city situated on Sweden's western shores and is famous for world-class seafood, award-winning restaurants, and stunning coastline and archipelago.

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Hotel
Day-by-day program
4
day
Arrival to Gothenburg & City tour

After breakfast, you check out from your hotel, meet your driver and head to the train station to enjoy a fascinating train ride the charming port city - Gothenburg.

Upon arrival, you go to your hotel located within a walking distance from the train station. Later you meet your guide at the hotel lobby and go on a 3-hour sightseeing tour around the most famous Gothenburg attractions.

During the tour, you explore the old Haga district, visit the famous Fish Market, see the modern Opera House and the Maritime Center (no entrances included) and take a walk at the famous Avenue abundant in cozy restaurants, cafes, and pubs.

After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.

Breakfast is included.

Your choice of hotels

We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Gothenburg

This beautiful property boasts a great location near the Gothenburg Central Station and offers guests to enjoy the on-site spa, yoga studio, and Bar & Bistro, serving delicious traditional specialties and refreshments.

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Gothenburg
Stockholm
3 hrs 10 min

All modern Swedish trains are fast, safe, and run on time. On your way to the capital of Sweden, you’ll pass breathtaking islands and dozens of lakeside towns. Local drivers will take you to the station and meet you upon arrival.

Stockholm, Sweden
3
days
Sweden

Stockholm is a truly vibrant city with style in its genes. It is the best place to experience the beauty, simplicity and functionality of Scandinavian design. Experience the cosmopolitan capital with 700 year old secrets.

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Hotel
Day-by-day program
5
day
Arrival to Stockholm

Following breakfast, you check out from your hotel and go to the train station (easily accessible on foot) for your train ride to the capital of Sweden - Stockholm.

Upon arrival, you walk to your centrally located hotel for check-in. The rest of the day at leisure.

Breakfast is included.

6
day
Stockholm City Tour

After breakfast, you meet your guide and enjoy a 3-hour walking city tour around the most interesting attractions of Stockholm. A transfer is not included. Public transport or private transfer if needed should be paid on spot.

During the tour, you explore the brilliant Old Town that is one of the biggest and most well-preserved medieval Old Towns in Europe and see the famous Royal Palace, the Stockholm Cathedral and the City Hall (no entrances included).

After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.

Breakfast is included.

7
day
Skansen and Vasa Museum

Following breakfast, your driver takes you to the Skansen Museum - the world's first open-air museum founded in 1891, that demonstrates the country's life before the industrial era.

During the tour, you take a fascinating journey through the five centuries of Swedish history, see the large collection of traditional rural houses and visit the museum’s zoo that represents about 75 different species of both domestic and wild Scandinavian animals, including brown bears, seals, lynx and wolverines.

Later you walk to the nearby Vasa Museum rated as the most visited museum in the entire Scandinavia. This museum is famous for being home to the only intact 17th-century ship in the world - the Vasa. Sank on its maiden voyage in 1628 and salvaged only 333 years later, it managed to preserve more than 95 percent of its body in the original state.

  • Optional lunch: Lunch at the Vasa Museum next to the 17th-century ship.

After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free (transfer back to the hotel is not included).

  • Please note: contact your travel specialist if you want to add guide for this tour

Breakfast is included

Your choice of hotels

We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.

King's Garden Hotel, Stockholm

The stylish King's Garden Hotel is located in the heart of the scenic capital of Sweden and prides itself on an individual approach to every client.

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Stockholm
Oslo
6 hours

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the gorgeous sights of Swedish and Norwegian nature as the train takes you from one capital to the other. On your way to Oslo, you’ll pass numerous authentic villages and breathtaking landscapes.

Oslo, Norway
2
days
Norway

Oslo feels like the perfect blend of nature and city life. When in this beautiful city you are never far away from a park. In Oslo everyone could find something to their liking.

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Hotel
Day-by-day program
8
day
Arrival to Oslo

Following breakfast, you check out from your hotel and walk to the train station, where you board a train that takes you to the gorgeous capital of Norway - Oslo.

Upon arrival, you go to your hotel located within a walking distance from the train station. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Breakfast is included.

9
day
Oslo City Tour

After breakfast, you meet your private guide at the hotel lobby and go on a 4-hour walking city tour around the most magnificent attractions of the Norwegian capital. A transfer is not included. Public transport or private transfer if needed should be paid on spot.

You start with a visit to one of the major Scandinavian treasures - the famous Frogner Park, informally known as the Vigeland Park named after its founder Gustav Vigeland. You spend some great time strolling through this beautiful park and enjoying its extravagant sculptures and unique Scandinavian nature.

Then you proceed to other famous Oslo attractions, including the Royal Palace and the Akershus fortress (no entrances included).

After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.

Breakfast is included.

Your choice of hotels

We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.

Oslo The Hub Hotel, Oslo

The Oslo The Hub Hotel boasts a stylish interior and superb location right in the heart of the city. All guestrooms come with a flat-screen TV, free 'Rituals' body care products, ensuite bathroom, coffee machine, and free Wi-Fi. Guests are welcome to take advantage of the hotel's gym, bar, and lounge.

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Oslo
Bergen
6 hrs 30 min

Have a great time during your train ride from the picturesque Norwegian capital to the beautiful city of Bergen. Your private driver will take you to the airport and meet you upon arrival.

Bergen, Norway
2
days
Norway

The colorful Norwegian city of Bergen is a gateway to majestic fjords and a real architectural and cultural treasure.

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Hotel
Day-by-day program
10
day
Arrival to Bergen

Following breakfast, you walk to the train station (easily accessible on foot) to board a train that takes you to the second largest city in Norway - Bergen. This is a truly unforgettable journey that provides you with a great opportunity to admire the unique nature and picture-postcard scenery of this magnificent land.

Upon arrival, your driver meets you at the train station and transfers you to your centrally located. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Breakfast is included.

11
day
Bergen City Tour

Following breakfast, you meet your guide at the hotel lobby and enjoy a 3-hour walking city tour around the most interesting sights of Bergen. During the tour, you take a walk at the famous Bryggen district, visit the Fish Market and experience a fantastic Floibanen Funicular ride that is one of Norway's best-known attractions.

After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.

Breakfast is included.

Your choice of hotels

We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.

Bergen Bors Hotel, Bergen

Set right in the heart of Bergen, the Bors Hotel is housed in the historic stock exchange building. During your stay, you are welcome to use the hotel’s bar and the in-house restaurant offering a nice variety of local cuisine.

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Bergen
Flam
2 hrs

The Norwegian railway system is very advanced, making trains the most convenient way to travel from Bergen to Flam. All trains are spacious, safe, and offer everything you need for a comfortable ride.

Flam, Norway
2
days
Norway

Flam is a very small village nestled in a gorgeous fjord surrounded by the beauty of nature. The city is renowned for its spectacular and scenic Flam railway.

Day by day
Hotel
Day-by-day program
12
day
Arrival to Flam

Following breakfast, you check out from your hotel and your driver transfers you to the train station, where you board a train that takes you to the picturesque fjord town - Flam.

Upon arrival, you go to your hotel located within a walking distance of the train station and have the rest of the day at leisure.

If accommodation in Flam is completely sold out, alternative accommodation in Aurland or Gudvangen will be provided.

Breakfast is included.

13
day
Train to Oslo & Departure

Following breakfast, you check out from your hotel and walk to the train station (easily accessible on foot), where you board a train that takes you to an unforgettable Flam - Myrdal - Oslo rail ride. This trip is a perfect chance to admire the mind-boggling nature and picture-postcard scenery of Norway.

Upon arrival, your driver meets you at the train station and transfers you to the airport for your flight back home. We wish you a safe flight and hope to work on your future trips!

Breakfast is included.

Your choice of hotels

We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.

Flamsbrygga Hotel, Flam

The Flamsbrygga Hotel is a great place to stay during your visit to Flam. It’s located near the Flam train station and offers comfortable rooms, equipped with private bathrooms and everything you need for a comfortable stay.

What's included

  • Accommodation at remarkable hotels in Copenhagen, Malmo, Gothenburg, Stockholm, Oslo, Flam and Bergen;
  • Breakfasts at the hotels;
  • Airport transfers and all transportation according to the itinerary;
  • Breathtaking sightseeing tours according to the itinerary with professional English-speaking guides;
  • Entrance tickets to Skansen Museum and Vasa Museum;
  • Funicular ride in Bergen;
  • Regular class train tickets Copenhagen - Malmo, Malmo - Gothenburg, Gothenburg - Stockholm, Stockholm - Oslo, Bergen Flam and Flam - Oslo; 
  • Comfort class train tickets Oslo - Bergen;
  • Support line during the trip.

Note: we include 1 vehicle for your arrival and departure transfers. If multiple vehicles are required additional transfer costs will apply.

Not included: international flights, multiple arrival/departure transfers, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, and all personal expenses, as well as all tourist fees & taxes.

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Tour Highlights

  • Changing of the Royal Guard ceremony at Rosenborg Palace in Copenhagen
  • Skansen & Vasa Museums in Stockholm
  • Visiting Frogner Park in Oslo
  • Floibanen funicular ride in Bergen
  • Journey on the scenic Flamsbana Railway

What To Know

  • Scandinavian climate is unpredictable and weather can be quite harsh even during summers.
  • Bringing a water-resistant jacket, umbrella, and some warm clothes is a must.
  • Most of the tours you’re going to have are walking, so make sure to bring convenient walking shoes.