5 Nordic Countries: Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland (14 Days)

Meet at Toronto Pearson International Airport at the designated time. Your tour leader will assist with check-in procedures. Board a deluxe international flight bound for Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark.

After arriving in Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, take photos in front of the Royal Palace, visit Langelinie waterfront park to see the famous Little Mermaid statue, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale The Little Mermaid. Tour other well-known attractions such as the Hans Christian Andersen statue, City Hall, and the Gefion Fountain. Accommodation at AC Marriott or a similar hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the beautiful Frederiksborg Castle, a Renaissance-style complex built in the Middle Ages, now serving as the Museum of National History of Denmark. Situated on three small islands in a lake, its grand and lavish halls have earned it the name “Versailles of Denmark.” After lunch, transfer to the port and board a luxury cruise to cross the Kattegat Strait, heading toward Norway’s capital, Oslo. The cruise is fully equipped with duty-free shops, restaurants, and bars. In the evening, enjoy a special dinner on board. Accommodation: DFDS Cruise.

After breakfast on the cruise, enjoy the unique fjord scenery of Norway as you arrive in Oslo and disembark for a city tour. Visit the Viking Ship Museum, see the City Hall, the venue of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony, and stroll through Vigeland Sculpture Park, home to 212 statues crafted from bronze, granite, and wrought iron, each with its own unique expression. You will also have the chance to shop for Nordic-themed souvenirs. Afterwards, drive to Geilo, Norway’s famous ski resort. Accommodation: Geilo Veslia Hotel or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, drive across the Hardangervidda Plateau to begin your Norwegian glacier fjord journey. The Hardangerfjord, carved by glaciers, is the largest and most spectacular of Norway’s fjords, featuring snow-capped mountains, cascading waterfalls, highland lakes, and remnants of ancient glaciers. Arrive in Bergen, Norway’s second-largest city nestled between mountains and sea, and visit the harbor fish market to experience the vibrant pulse of the city. Accommodation: Bergen Quality Hotel or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Gudvangen to enjoy the panoramic views of the fjord and take photos. Continue to Flam, the starting point of the scenic railway, and board the train for a breathtaking journey past cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs, and dramatic landscapes. After disembarking, drive through the world’s longest fjord tunnel and cross the mighty Sognefjord, the world’s deepest, longest, and largest fjord. Known as the “King of the Fjords,” this geological wonder, shaped during the Ice Age over 10,000 years ago, features steep cliffs and majestic peaks forming a spectacular scene. Passing through Sogndal, arrive in Skjolden, a small town at the heart of Norway’s fjords. Accommodation: Thon Hotel or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, drive through the fjord tunnel to reach Briksdal, a scenic town famous for its glacier landscapes. After lunch, take a jeep ride followed by a short hike to Briksdal Glacier, where the pure white ice shimmers with a faint blue glow. Afterwards, board a fjord cruise to sail through the Geiranger Fjord, one of the most beautiful fjords in the world, surrounded by towering mountains. During the one-hour journey, marvel at the breathtaking natural scenery. Arrive at Geiranger, the town at the innermost point of the fjord, and enjoy a city tour to admire its picturesque valley landscapes. Accommodation: Geiranger Hotel or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, travel through Eidfjord, following the winding fjord road and passing by the charming town of Andalsnes. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking scenery of mountains, water, and lush green meadows, like a paradise untouched by time. In the afternoon, arrive in Lillehammer, Norway’s famous ski resort and the host city of the 1994 Winter Olympics. Visit the ski jump arena and enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the mountain. Accommodation: Scandic Lillehammer Hotel or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, cross the Kjølen Mountains to enter neighboring Sweden. The Swedish countryside is dotted with lakes, while the cityscape presents a striking contrast with its abundance of historic buildings and winding alleys. Arrive in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden and the largest city in Northern Europe. Located on the Baltic Sea, the city is made up of 14 islands connected by arching bridges, earning it the nickname “Venice of the North.” Accommodation: Courtyard Marriott or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, tour Stockholm’s Old Town. Visit the City Hall, renowned as one of the most beautiful buildings in Europe and the venue for the annual Nobel Prize banquet. At the Vasa Museum, see the massive wooden warship, a masterpiece built under the Swedish king in the 17th century. After sightseeing, board the 5-star Viking Line luxury cruise to cross the Baltic Sea en route to Helsinki, the capital of Finland. In the evening, enjoy a Viking-style seafood buffet dinner on board. Accommodation: Viking or Silja Line Cruise.

After breakfast on the cruise, arrive in Helsinki and disembark for a city tour. Visit the Rock Church, the Parliament House, the Presidential Palace, the site of the 1952 Olympic Games, and Sibelius Park, dedicated to Finland’s great composer Jean Sibelius. The city is also home to numerous museums, art galleries, concert halls, and an opera house. Accommodation: Radisson Blu or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, head to the harbor for some free time to shop and sample local snacks. A highlight is the famous Helsinki Cathedral, a top choice for photography enthusiasts. Afterwards, take a flight to Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland. Upon arrival, visit Hallgrímskirkja, ranked among the world’s top 10 most magnificent churches, as well as the iconic Sun Voyager sculpture. Dinner included. Accommodation: Foss Hotel or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, take a private coach for Iceland’s most famous Golden Circle Tour, featuring the Geysir hot spring area and Gullfoss Waterfall. The Geysir is one of the world’s most famous geysers, known for its misty landscape and eruptions reaching up to 30 meters high. Gullfoss, considered one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland, is about 70 meters high and 2,500 meters wide, earning its name “Golden Falls.” Dinner included. Accommodation: Foss Hotel or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the Blue Lagoon, the world’s largest open-air geothermal spa. Its distinctive white lakebed and mineral-rich silica mud are known for their health benefits. Afterwards, board a deluxe flight to Toronto, concluding this unforgettable journey.