GLOBUS 2008: THE SCANDINAVIAN WITH ICELAND EXTENSION (ZSE)
18 days incl. air, or 17 days Copenhagen-Reykjavik
This 18-day Scandinavian getaway offers sparkling lakes, spectacular fjords, and more. From Copenhagen you'll travel to Arhus, Gothenburg, Stockholm, Karlstad, Lillehammer, Flam, Bergen, Geilo, and Oslo. All special Globus features are included like Tivoli Gardens (open mid-April to mid-September), Hans Christian Andersen's home, and Den Gamle By in Denmark, Gripsholm Castle in Sweden, and Frogner Park in Oslo, Norway. This vacation offers a great variety of transportation including cruising from Denmark to Sweden and, of course, a beautiful cruise on the Sognefjord. In Oslo, enjoy a farewell dinner to celebrate the success of your Scandinavian vacation.
HOTELS
COPENHAGEN First Vesterbro (F), ARHUS Radisson SAS Scandinavia (F), GOTHENBURG Scandic Europa (F), STOCKHOLM First Amaranten (F), KARLSTAD Clarion Collection Bilan (F), LILEHAMMER Radisson SAS (SF), FLAM Fretheim (F), BERGEN First Marin (F), GEILO Dr. Holms (F), OSLO Radisson SAS Scandinavia (SF) REYKJAVIK Grand Hotel Reykjavik (F)
HOTELS
COPENHAGEN First Vesterbro (F), ARHUS Radisson SAS Scandinavia (F), GOTHENBURG Scandic Europa (F), STOCKHOLM First Amaranten (F), KARLSTAD Clarion Collection Bilan (F), LILEHAMMER Radisson SAS (SF), FLAM Fretheim (F), BERGEN First Marin (F), GEILO Dr. Holms (F), OSLO Radisson SAS Scandinavia (SF) REYKJAVIK Grand Hotel Reykjavik (F)
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- Tour Operator
- Globus
- Duration
- 18 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Board your flight | (Sun.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight. |
| Day 2 | Copenhagen | (Mon.) Time to rest or to start exploring Denmark's capital. At 6 p.m. meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink hosted by your Tour Director. |
| Day 3 | Copenhagen | (Tue.) Sightseeing with a Local Guide features the Church of Our Savior and the Stock Exchange on the way to Christiansborg Palace where you visit the elegant ROYAL RECEPTION ROOMS. Drive past the National Museum and the Royal Theater, stop for pictures of Amalienborg Palace and at the LITTLE MERMAID statue. Tonight visit TIVOLI GARDENS, the city's colorful amusement park. (FB) |
| Day 4 | Copenhagen-Arhus | (Wed.) Morning drive over one of the world's largest suspension bridges constructed off-shore to the fairytale island of Funen. Visit HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN'S HOME at Odense, then cross the Little Belt waterway to Jutland. Arrive in Arhus and visit DEN GAMLE BY, a fascinating collection of completely furnished old Danish town houses. Time to shop in the pedestrian area near the hotel. (FB,D) |
| Day 5 | Arhus-Gothenburg | (Thu.) At Frederikshavn board a FERRY for the three-hour crossing of the strategic Kattegat to Gothenburg, Sweden's second-largest city. See its landmarks on an orientation drive, and later mingle with the locals at Liseberg Amusement Park. (FB,D) |
| Day 6 | Gothenburg-Stockholm | (Fri.) Drive through the area often referred to as the breadbasket of the country, miles of fertile farmland strewn with tidy farms, followed by industrial towns like Huskvarna and Norkoping, a major Baltic seaport. Afternoon arrival in Stockholm. (FB) |
| Day 7 | Stockholm | (Sat.) Sightseeing with a Local Guide features the Royal Palace, Riddarholm Church, and the blue and gold chambers in the CITY HALL, where the annual Nobel Prize banquet is held. In the afternoon an optional excursion to the fascinating Wasa Ship Museum can be arranged. (FB) |
| Day 8 | Stockholm-Karlstad | (Sun.) Still on the shores of Lake Malar, visit King Gustav Vasa's GRIPSHOLM CASTLE before continuing west through the scenic Lake District. On the way, glimpses of the ancient garrison town of Orebro and Bofors, site of Alfred Nobel's ammunition factory. Overnight in pretty Karlstad on Lake Vanern. (FB,D) |
| Day 9 | Karlstad-Lillehammer | (Mon.) Drive through Varmland, the area so beautifully described in Selma Lagerlof 's Saga of Gosta Berling, to the Norwegian border. Then follow the Glomma River from Kongsvinger to strategic Elverum, rebuilt after total destruction during World War II. On via Lake Mjosa to Lillehammer. Enjoy a guided visit of the fascinating MAIHAUGEN OPEN-AIR MUSEUM (from mid-May onwards). (FB,D) |
| Day 10 | Lillehammer-Flam | (Tue.) Majestic mountains, dark pine forests, sparkling lakes, and silvery trout streams all the way on your leisurely journey through Valdres and the Fillefjell area. Before arriving in Flam stop for pictures at Borgund's stave church, famous for its beautiful exterior. (FB,D) |
| Day 11 | Flam-Bergen | (Wed.) Today a real treat: embark at Flam for a leisurely CRUISE on the spectacular Sognefjord. Land at Gudvangen and motor through narrow Naeroydal Canyon up to Stalheim for a dazzling panoramic view. On the way back down to sea level, take pictures of the Tvindefoss Waterfall. Early afternoon arrival in picturesque Bergen. On your orientation tour you will hear about its 11th-century origins and its association with the Hanseatic League. (FB) |
| Day 12 | Bergen-Geilo | (Thu.) Bergen is the most characteristic of all Scandinavian towns. Visit the colorful fish market, stroll through the narrow lanes of ancient Bryggen, or ride the funicular up to Mount Floyen. Drive along the beautiful Hardangerfjord, then cross by FERRY before climbing up to Voringfoss, Norway's most celebrated and mightiest waterfall. Continue across the Hardangervidda mountain plateau to the ski resort of Geilo. (FB,D) |
| Day 13 | Geilo-Torpo-Oslo | (Fri.) In Torpo admire a STAVE CHURCH, symbol of Norwegian heritage. Continue along the scenic road between the Steinsfjord and the ice-blue Tyrifjord and arrive in Oslo. (FB) |
| Day 14 | Oslo | (Sat.) Sightseeing with a Local Guide features the National Theater, Parliament, and the Royal Palace. Highlight visits: FROGNER PARK with Gustav Vigeland's famous stark sculptures and the ornate CITY HALL. The afternoon is free, with a chance to join an optional excursion to the relics of a glorious seafaring past. Tonight a farewell dinner to celebrate the success of your vacation. (FB,D) |
| Day 15 | Oslo-Reykjavik, Iceland | (Sun.) Transfer to Oslo Airport for your flight to Reykjavik. Enjoy an orientation of the city with your Globus Host, and a welcome dinner at your hotel. (FB,D) |
| Day 16 | Reykjavik Full-day excursion | (Mon.) Start with the geothermal town of Hveragerdi; continue to Volcanic Crater Kerid, the bishopric of Skalholt, Geysir which gave its name to all hot springs, and to Gullfoss, the spectacular Golden Waterfalls. Then drive through the enchanting National Park at Thingvellir. (FB) |
| Day 17 | At Leisure in Reykjavik | (Tue.) Your Globus Host will have suggestions how to spend the day. (FB) |
| Day 18 | Reykjavik-Blue Lagoon- Keflavik-Homebound Flight | (Wed.) Visit the presidential site of Bessastadir, the lava town of Hafnarfjordur, the famous Blue Lagoon, and The Rift, a dramatic exhibition of geology. Homebound flight in the afternoon. (FB) |
- Dates/Pricing
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- US$ Price Details
Single room supplement: ZSE $930Triple room reduction per person: ZSE $218Extra nights per person in Copenhagen:in single room $210, in twin room $135, in triple room $120Extra nights per person in Oslo:in single room $162, in twin room $108, in triple room $95Extra nights per person in Reykjavik:in single room $385, in twin room $256, in triple room $203When taking the extension to Iceland, air will be provided by ICELANDAIR from/to USA.
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-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.
