TOUR Itinerary
On arrival at Stockholm Arlanda International Airport, you will be greeted by our local representative in Sweden for a brief meet and greet. Later, proceed to the city center hotel in Stockholm for check-in.
The capital of Sweden, Stockholm is the most populous area of Scandinavia. It has the nickname of ‘Venice of the North’ because of its archipelago of fourteen islands. It is among the top 10 regions in Europe by GDP. The Nobel Prizes in Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine and Literature are awarded in Stockholm. This city is a perfect blend of Urban, history, culture and nature. You can never have a dull moment in Stockholm.
Rest of the day is free for you to explore Stockholm on your own.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Stockholm.
Only Dinner Included
After breakfast at your hotel, proceed for a panoramic city tour of Stockholm.
You will begin the tour with a visit to the beautiful Royal Palace. Though the Royal family no longer stays in this palace, the baroque style of the palace which has more than 600 rooms leaves the spectators completely in awe. Next on the list is a visit to City Hall. One of the most visited places in Stockholm, City Hall is the place where the famous Nobel Prize banquet is organized every year after the awards. Further you will be visiting the the Vasa Museum which is a maritime museum in Stockholm. The museum displays the fully intact 17th-century warship “Vasa” that sank on her maiden voyage in 1628. Also visit Nobel Museum which is dedicated to Alfred Nobel, the founder of the Nobel Prize Nobel and also gives information about Prize winners and their contributions to the society. Later, proceed to Gamla Stan or Old Town. Gamla Stan is one of the largest and best preserved medieval city centre in Europe. Here, Stockholm was founded in 1252.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Stockholm.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to the airport to catch a flight to Rovaniemi. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel in Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi and check-in.
Rovaniemi is the administrative capital of the Finland’s Northern most province – Lapland. It is also known as the official hometown of the Santa Claus. The city was destroyed during the World War II. But it was rebuilt to a plan by Alvar Aalto, with the major streets in the shape of a reindeer’s head and antlers! Apart from the stunning Santa Claus village, the city boasts of witnessing the magical northern lights and riverside location.
After freshening we shall explore the fantastic Santa Claus village on our own. This place has an exciting array of activities for both children and adults. You can enjoy a warm cup of coffee or get yourself clicked with the Santa. You can visit the museums, Santa’s workshop, post a letter to yourself or just immerse in the knowledge of various Christmas traditions around the World!
Here, you shall also enjoy the husky sledding or reindeer sleigh experience (Any one of the two). Both reindeer and huskies are integral to the Arctic way of life. The snowy landscapes, coupled with the picturesque scenes of reindeer or huskies pulling sleds, provide excellent opportunities for photography.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Rovaniemi.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
After breakfast, check-out from hotel, and proceed to Ranua Wildlife Park.
This 40 year old zoo specialises in arctic animals and has about 150 animals including Finland’s only polar bear, snowy owl, musk deer and wolves. Learn about the zoo conservation efforts while interacting with these exotic animal species. The park takes care of injured animals and tries to return them to the wild.
Afterwards, we will drive to Levi and check-in our hotel with glass igloos. The glass igloos are a magical way to experience the wintry star-filled sky and the Northern Lights, while lying comfortably in the warm bed. The hotel is a perfect escape to the lap of nature for the urban guest. Glass-roofed igloos offer their guests a view of the rugged fell landscape and the night sky.
Overnight stay at hotel.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel, and proceed for a long drive to Tromsø. On this route you will experience the beauty of Finnish Lapland, both the tundra and the small villages along the way.
vernight stay at hotel in Tromsø.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
After breakfast at your Tromsø hotel, proceed for a city tour of Tromsø.
Tromsø, which seems like a small suburb with mountains and fjords, is the largest urban area in Northern Norway and the cultural hub of the region. It is home of the world’s northernmost university, brewery, cathedral and botanical garden. The sun does not shine at all between November to January and there is midnight sun in summers. During the city tour, we will take a guided walk along Storgata (the pedestrian street), the Market Place, the Catholic and Protestant Cathedrals, Roald Amundsen monument and the Mack Brewery.
In the evening, we will head out for aurora hunting. We shall drive to areas around Tromsø with highest chances for clear skies. Once we find clear skies and stars, we will wait for the Aurora with coffee and muffins while we get our cameras ready for the big moment.
Overnight stay at hotel in Tromsø.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to the Cruise Port to board the Havila Voyages Cruise.
Upon arrival, check-in at the cruise and get ready for the voyage of a lifetime. Set sail on environment friendly ship towards the end of the Earth, off a coast that is as far north as it is possible to get to on the continent of Europe. Enjoy the world’s most beautiful costal voyage in comfort. Enjoy Norwegian coastal scenery and cuisine while cruising towards your next destination – Kirkenes.
Overnight stay in Cruise.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
After breakfast onboard the cruise, proceed for an excursion to North Cape – European Continent’s most northerly point. North Cape, as far north as you can get – by land and sea. For many, the visit to the North Cape is a high point and a goal for voyages along the Norwegian coast. Up here in the polar landscape, nature is at its harshest and most desolate, but between plains and rugged cliffs people cling on and reap nature’s bounty.
While standing on the European Continent’s most northerly point, you can look out across a horizon so long that you see the Earth curve. People come here from all over the world to experience being so far north. The iconic globe has become the symbol of the North Cape and is also a popular photo stop. On the North Cape is also the North Cape Hall, partly built into the mountain cliff, where you will find a restaurant with endless views, a souvenir shop in the mountain wall, a chapel and a Thai museum. A 180-degree wide-screen film screening of the North Cape throughout the four seasons is a must-see.
Overnight stay onboard cruise.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
After breakfast, disembark the cruise in Kirkenes.
Kirkenes is a town located in the far north-eastern part of Norway. Located near the border with Russia, it’s actually closer to some Russian cities than it is to major Norwegian cities like Oslo. During World War II, Kirkenes was heavily bombed by the Germans due to its strategic location near the border with the Soviet Union. The town is often covered in snow for a significant portion of the year.
Afterwards, enjoy a visit to the Snow Hotel. Explore the beautifully decorated Snowhotel and Norway’s largest ice bar. The host or hostess will then show us around the hotel. Greet the reindeers and huskies that live close by. Admire the amazing ice-carved sculptures and interior décor. This is the only hotel in the world completely made of snow and ice, which is open for overnight 365 days a year.
After the visit, proceed to the airport in Kirkines to catch a flight to Oslo.
Upon arrival in Oslo, we will transfer to the hotel and check-in. In the evening, explore Oslo at your own leisure.
Oslo, where the Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded since 1901, is the capital of Norway. The city is also a hub of Norwegian trade, banking, industry and shipping. The city is home to the world’s largest shipping companies, shipbrokers and maritime insurance brokers. One of the largest and most rapidly developing cities, Oslo has maintained its forests striking a perfect balance between nature and development. It was officially The European Green Capital of 2019. There is never a dull moment when visiting Oslo.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Oslo.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
After breakfast, we shall check out from the hotel and proceed to airport for a flight back home.
Arrive home with memories of your Sweden, Finland and Norway Arctic Circle tour organized by State Express Global Voyages, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.
Only Breakfast Included
