ScanBaltic Tour

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

In the morning, we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of the Danish capital with a local guide. Copenhagen, the largest Scandinavian city, is full of contrasts, featuring the popular Tivoli Gardens, Christiansborg Palace, the charming terraces of Nyhavn, and the iconic Little Mermaid statue. In the late morning, we’ll journey to Jutland. Our route includes crossing a 20 km bridge over the sea and stopping at Odense, where we can explore its Gothic cathedral and H. C. Andersen’s House. Upon arrival in Aarhus, you’ll have free time.

We’ll travel to HIRTSHALS and take a ferry across the North Sea to NORWAY, embarking on a threehour voyage to KRISTIANSAND. From there, we’ll continue along Norway’s stunning southern coastline. Our next stop will be the charming little town of FLEKKEFJORD. We’ll then arrive in STAVANGER, a picturesque town with a bustling port by the fjord. Note: The ferry schedule may vary depending on the month, but you will normally have time for lunch on the boat.

Upon leaving the city, we’ll stop at the Swords in Rock monument, a tribute to the Viking era, before continuing our scenic route through tunnels, bridges, and some segments by boat along the fjord coast of NORWAY. One of these undersea tunnels is the deepest in the world. The two boat trips will make this part of the journey both relaxing and spectacular. We’ll arrive in BERGEN at lunchtime and take a cable car up Mount Fløyen for amazing views of the town and the Bergen fjord. Afterwards, you’ll have leisure time to explore the capital city of fjords.

Today, we’ll experience more breathtaking landscapes, including Norway’s fjords, glaciers, lakes, and forests. Our journey will take us to Sognefjord, the largest fjord in Norway. Along the way, we’ll stop at the stunning Tvindefossen Waterfall. Then, we’ll embark on a magnificent cruise between Gudvangen and Aurland, enjoying the stunning scenery during this hourandahalf voyage. We suggest having lunch on baord. Continuing our adventure, we’ll traverse magnificent snowcovered landscapes and pass through the Aurland Tunnel, the longest in the world. We’ll make a brief stop to admire the exterior of Borgund Stave Church, considered the bestpreserved medieval wooden church in Norway. Finally, we’ll arrive in Oslo with free time to explore the port, main streets, and the artwork in Frogner Park.

We include a panoramic tour of the Norwegian capital with a local guide. This city blends vibrant modern architecture with classical buildings, stunning scenery, and large parks with sculptures. Oslo has been named the European Green Capital. After the tour, you´ll have free time to explore on your own. Next, we’ll depart for Sweden, passing through landscapes of forests and lakes. Our next stop is Örebro, a historic town by a beautiful lake, with a castle and a charming old town. Enjoy some time for a stroll before we continue to Stockholm, arriving in the evening.

Today we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of this beautiful capital city, built on 14 interconnected islands. We’ll visit Gamla Stan, also known as the “the city between bridges”, the lively old quarter filled with monumental buildings such as the Nobel Prize Museum, located right beside the main square of Stortorget which honors Nobel Prize winners, the Cathedral, and the Royal Palace. Whenever possible, we’ll enjoy the stunning views from the Fjällgatan viewpoint. Afterwards, you’ll have leisure time to explore. We recommend visiting the museums and parks. Optionally, you can visit the City Hall and the Vasa Museum.

Enjoy a free day in Stockholm. In the evening, we’ll board a modern ferry for an overnight journey to Finland. Accommodation will be in double ensuite cabins.

As we arrive in Finland, we recommend heading to the ship’s deck for sunrise to enjoy the mesmerizing landscapes as we sail past the Åland Islands, a collection of hundreds of forested islands. After disembarking the ferry, you’ll have time to explore Turku, a city with a strong Swedish influence. We’ll then continue our journey to the neighboring city of Naantali, a picturesque town with charming wooden houses by the sea. Our travels will take us to Helsinki, where we’ll arrive around lunchtime. In the afternoon, you’ll have leisure time to explore the city, including its old market, Russianinfluenced buildings, and beautiful churches.

We’ll embark on an included boat trip to the SUOMENLINNA ISLANDS, six islands home to a magnificent fortress that once protected the city’s entrance and is now a World Heritage Site. Take some time to explore, crossing the islands via pedestrian bridges. In the afternoon, we’ll board a ferry to ESTONIA, a journey of about 2 hours and 30 minutes. As we depart from Helsinki, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the surrounding islands. In the evening, we’ll arrive in TALLINN. Note: On some occasions, the transfer to the Suomenlinna islands will take place on Thursday afternoon.

The capital of Estonia is a wonderful city that has preserved its medieval core intact. You´ll enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, its walls, churches, squares, and its medieval streets filled with tourist attractions. Free time in the afternoon.

We’ll travel through forests and plains to reach Parnu, a popular seaside resort. From there, we’ll continue to Latvia. You can enjoy an included lunch just before visiting the medieval Turaida Castle (admission included) surrounded by a large park with sculptures. Next, you can take a walk in Sigulda, a small and charming town situated amidst a beautiful landscape. Our journey will continue towards Riga, with a stop at the Salaspils Memorial, located at the site of a former concentration camp from the Nazi period. Since 1967, it has been one of the largest monumental complexes in Europe, commemorating the victims of this regime. We’ll arrive in Riga in the evening.

You’ll enjoy an included panoramic tour of this capital, the most populous city in the Baltic states, where traces of the Soviet era are still visible. Riga is renowned not only for its cultural center but also for its medieval Historic Center and Art Nouveau architecture. The afternoon will be free for you to explore at your leisure.

We’ll depart for Lithuania early in the morning. On our way there, we’ll visit the Baroque Palace of Rundale, built by the same architect who designed the Saint Petersburg’s Hermitage Museum. We’ll cross over into Lithuania. This country has a strong Catholic influence, highlighted by the impressive Hill of Crosses, with thousands of crosses of all sizes. Lunch will be included along our route. Afterwards, we’ll visit Trakai, a gorgeous castle located on an island in a lake, close to Vilnius. We’ll finish the day in Vilnius. Note: Depending on the duration of daylight, the visit to Trakai may take place on Wednesday after exploring the city.

We’ll begin with a panoramic tour of the city built on seven hills, often compared to Rome. You’ll discover its Baroque churches, historic walls, grand castle, bustling commercial streets in the center, and 1,200 medieval houses. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore at your leisure.

We’ll continue our journey to Poland. Our first stop will be Grutas Park, also known as “Stalin’s World,” which features 86 statues from the Soviet era. We’ll then stop for lunch in the charming lakeside town of Augustów. Afterward, we’ll head to central Poland, arriving in Warsaw by the end of the day.

We’ll start the day with a panoramic tour of Warsaw with a local guide. Home to nearly two million people, this political and economic hub of Poland boasts a blend of modern architecture and meticulously restored historic buildings. We’ll stroll through the charming old town, featuring many old buildings, the Royal Palace, and cobbled streets, all restored after their destruction in World War II and now declared a World Heritage Site. We’ll visit the Palace of Culture, a skyscraper gifted by the Soviet Union, reflect on the history of what was once the largest Jewish ghetto in Europe, and wander through Lazienki Park, home to the Chopin Monument. You’ll have free time in the afternoon to visit museums, such as the National Museum and the Warsaw Rising Museum, or to explore the lively city center filled with shops and activities. Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories. Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.