Northern Capitals

Northern Capitals

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Northern Capitals

10 Days Starting in Copenhagen, Denmark and ending in Helsinki, Finland

Visiting: Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Oslo, Stockholm, Helsinki, Europe

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

ZT-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

From: $2827 $2633 Barrhead discount: -$194

NB: Prices correct on 10-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Northern Capitals, exploring the rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Begin your adventure in Copenhagen with guided tours of Christiansborg Palace and The Little Mermaid statue, and enjoy a visit to the enchanting Tivoli Gardens. Travel by ferry from Elsinore to Helsingborg, and savor local snacks at Gothenburg's indoor food market. Discover Oslo's Frogner Park and City Hall, and delve into Stockholm's history with a visit to the Vasa Ship Museum. Experience an overnight cruise to Helsinki, where you'll explore the Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and vibrant open-air market. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and delicious meals throughout this culturally immersive tour.

Highlights

  • Guided sightseeing in Copenhagen including Christiansborg Palace and The Little Mermaid statue

  • Visit to Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen

  • Ferry crossing from Elsinore to Helsingborg, Sweden

  • Orientation drive and visit to the indoor food market in Gothenburg

  • Guided sightseeing in Oslo including Frogner Park and City Hall

  • Guided walking tour of Stockholm's Old Town and visit to the Vasa Ship Museum

  • Overnight cruise from Stockholm to Helsinki

  • Guided sightseeing in Helsinki including the Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and the open-air market

Places You'll See

Scandic Spectrum

Thon Europa

Elite Adlon

Hobo Helsinki

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Copenhagen,Denmark

Location: Copenhagen

Accommodation Name: Scandic Spectrum

Meals Included: Dinner

At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

Day 2: Copenhagen

Location: Copenhagen

Accommodation Name: Scandic Spectrum

Meals Included: Breakfast

COPENHAGEN Guided sightseeing includes the royal reception rooms in Christiansborg Palace, and The Little Mermaid statue. Enjoy a free afternoon before visiting Tivoli Gardens.

Day 3: Copenhagen,Elsinore,Gothenburg,Sweden,Oslo,Norway

Location: Gothenburg

Accommodation Name: Thon Opera

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

ELSINORE Ferry crossing to Helsingborg, Sweden.
GOTHENBURG Take an orientation drive. [LF] Visit the indoor food market and taste local snacks.
348 mi / 560 km

Day 4: Oslo

Location: Oslo

Accommodation Name: Thon Opera

Meals Included: Breakfast

OSLO Guided sightseeing includes a walk through Frogner Park and a visit to City Hall.

Day 5: Oslo,Stockholm,Sweden

Location: Stockholm

Accommodation Name: Elite Eden Park

Meals Included: Breakfast

OSLO Scenic drive to Stockholm.
329 mi / 530 km

Day 6: Stockholm

Location: Stockholm

Accommodation Name: Elite Eden Park

Meals Included: Breakfast

STOCKHOLM Guided walking tour of the Old Town. Visit the City Hall and the [LF] Vasa Ship Museum.

Day 7: Stockholm,Overnight Cruise To Helsinki,Finland

Location: Stockholm

Accommodation Name: Overnight Cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

STOCKHOLM Free time this morning. Take an overnight cruise with dinner to Helsinki.

Day 8: Helsinki

Location: Helsinki

Accommodation Name: Glo Hotel Kluuvi

Meals Included: Breakfast

HELSINKI Guided sightseeing includes the Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and the open-air market.

Day 9: Helsinki

Location: Helsinki

Accommodation Name: Glo Hotel Kluuvi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

HELSINKI Enjoy a free day, followed by a farewell dinner tonight at your hotel.

Day 10: Helsinki

Location: Helsinki

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation in Copenhagen at Scandic Spectrum, in Oslo at Thon Opera, in Stockholm at Elite Eden Park, and in Helsinki at Glo Hotel Kluuvi.

  • Meals

    Full buffet breakfast daily; 4 three-course dinners.

  • Guided Sightseeing

    Guided sightseeing in Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, and Helsinki, including visits to Christiansborg Palace, The Little Mermaid statue, Frogner Park, City Hall, Vasa Ship Museum, Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and the open-air market.

  • Ferry Crossing

    Ferry crossing from Elsinore to Helsingborg, Sweden.

  • Overnight Cruise

    Overnight cruise with dinner from Stockholm to Helsinki.

  • Local Food Market Visit

    Visit to the indoor food market in Gothenburg with local snacks tasting.

  • UNESCO Sites

    Visit to Kronborg Castle (See Only).

  • Small Group Discoveries

    Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.

  • Transport

    Travel includes a ferry crossing from Elsinore to Helsingborg, an overnight cruise from Stockholm to Helsinki, and scenic drives between cities.

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and phone calls are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

  • Airfare

    International and domestic airfare to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for the tour director, driver, and local guides are not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees and processing are not included.

Meals

Full buffet breakfast daily; 4 three-course dinners

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Kronborg Castle (See Only)

Accommodation

Stay in comfort at Scandic Spectrum in Copenhagen, Thon Opera in Oslo, Elite Eden Park in Stockholm, and Glo Hotel Kluuvi in Helsinki.

Mode of Transport

Travel includes a ferry crossing from Elsinore to Helsingborg, an overnight cruise from Stockholm to Helsinki, and scenic drives between cities.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a full buffet breakfast daily and four three-course dinners.

  • What type of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    You will stay in comfort at Scandic Spectrum in Copenhagen, Thon Opera in Oslo, Elite Eden Park in Stockholm, and Glo Hotel Kluuvi in Helsinki.

  • Are there any ferry crossings included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a ferry crossing from Elsinore to Helsingborg, Sweden.

  • Is there an overnight cruise included in the itinerary?

    Yes, there is an overnight cruise with dinner from Stockholm to Helsinki.

  • What guided sightseeing tours are included?

    Guided sightseeing tours are included in Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, and Helsinki. These tours cover attractions such as Christiansborg Palace, The Little Mermaid statue, Frogner Park, City Hall, Vasa Ship Museum, Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and the open-air market.

  • What is the group size for this tour?

    The tour offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.

  • Are there any visits to local food markets included?

    Yes, there is a visit to the indoor food market in Gothenburg with local snacks tasting.

  • Are there any UNESCO World Heritage Sites included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a visit to Kronborg Castle, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • What are the exclusions for this tour?

    The tour excludes personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and phone calls, travel insurance, optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary, international and domestic airfare to and from the starting and ending points of the tour, gratuities for the tour director, driver, and local guides, and visa fees and processing.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

Reviews of this operator

Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

Joan Cupp (Google Reviewer)  

My go-to escorted travel Co My...

01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11  

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.

Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

Irish Beth Maddock (Google Reviewer)  

Did the Globus Highlands and...

30-Sep-2023

Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both.

Patty Walker (Google Reviewer)  

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland...

11-Aug-2024

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland and Scotland. August 2024. Let me begin with the positive , the Tour guide was knowledgable, personable and educated! He also was extremely professional and took a genuine interest in providing the highest quality of service to the client. The bus was clean and comfortable and well maintained. The driver was highly experienced and provided excellent transportation. The excursions were acceptable and enjoyable. The Variety of age groups on the trip made for wonderful traveling companions. But unfortunately, that is where the positive ends. The Leonardo hotels that are part of the chain and experience for this specific tour are below quality. We spent a night in a room with a leak in the ceiling. That was known before we checked in and continued to leak while we were there. Another Leonardo hotel, we could not get out of our room. Due to the carpet being ripped up and blocking the door. Most of these hotels I would have walked away from, had I been on my own individual trip. The customer service is missing, customer safety is also missing in these hotels. There is lack of concern to assist customers to their rooms even when it is there responsibility to change the room, there isn't assistance offered. Never have I experienced where you had to absolutely be your own advocate. Because there is no customer concern or care. Quality of food provided is also below standards. It is frowned upon if you request something and often denied. We even had a situation where another individual was placed in the same room we were in and it was considered a "oh well too bad for you." Again, we had to transport our own luggage and bags to a new room. Only after we were our own advocates. We said this stranger and ourselves are not going to stay in the same room. Finally, we received a good room, a room that would be found acceptable in every day normal travel, and we had to change again. Because there was a missing part in a Radiator and this was known to the hotel but yet they still booked us into a room. The radiator would not turn off and the room was steaming hot. So once again, we had to transfer all of our luggage and personal items and trudged down stairwell and elevators to once again change rooms. This is so sad for a bucket list, once in a lifetime, save your money and go on your anniversary trip. The rooms are old and out, dated with stains and tears in carpets and materials. Some of the missing items are a safety concern. Buyer beware! The communication for traveling in other countries is not to the level of customer service and satisfaction that we are used to, we did not expect this level of unacceptable accommodations, much like staying in a hostile. It is the Globus/Cosmos Travel companies responsibility to make sure their accommodations for housing is up to the level of expectations of their customers. The accommodations provided are a reflection of Globus/Cosmos business model and integrity in the global travel industry. This is not everything we experienced, but just a few examples. At this time, their brand appears to be old, outdated, without concern or care for the safety of their clients or their health and welfare as applied to accomodations.Customer service, is their lost art. Choose carefully for travel service. And I would not recommend Globus or Cosmos.

Suneetha Raja (Google Reviewer)  

I have done Newfoundland &...

06-Jul-2024

I have done Newfoundland & Labrador with Iceberg Festival tour with Globus in June 2024. It was absolute rubbish for the price I paid towards the tour. Terrible hotels, horrible meals, barely any sightseeing that is worth while the visit, most importantly, the Iceberg festival never happened. Globus sold this specific tour departure date as the only way to attend this supposed Iceberg Festival. I felt cheated after paying 3527£ for a 13 day tour considering the only reason I picked this departure date was because I wanted to attend this Iceberg festival. I could have used my time and money in a better way doing a different tour with another company. A Canadian company who did the exact same tour is doing it for £2400. I have been travelling with Globus and Cosmos tours since 2008. However, this company tours have been terrible after the covid shutdowns. They are charging more than the premium companies and not providing the equivalent service on par with the prices. Safe to say that I won't be recommending Globus and Cosmos tours to anyone. Try other tour companies that are on the market.

Lynda Bailey (Google Reviewer)  

I really enjoyed my Cosmos...

11-Jun-2024

I really enjoyed my Cosmos tour to Italy last September. However I was totally disappointed by two major things which completely changed the atmosphere of the holiday for me. One was the 'last minute' rearrangement of one of our hotels which then put us well outside of Florence on a trading estate for two nights instead of walking distance from the city walls. That completely blocked any plans or ideas of enjoying Florence in the evening. My biggest disappointment was the terrible travel arrangements and associated advice about travelling through Heathrow Cosmos put in place for me and for which they refused to be accountable despite the fact that they had made the ticket booking on my behalf and I had asked them for appropriate check in advice at all key points before I travelled. As a result I was put on standby when I should never have been (even the BA departure staff were shocked at this) and separated from my luggage which travelled on a later flight. I spent over 6 hrs of my first day in Rome in the airport waiting for my luggage and subsequent transfer to my hotel, without any assistance from Cosmos or BA airside staff. When I complained after my holiday, Cosmos would not take any responsibility at all for the fact that I lost the first day of my holiday and approx. 50% of the time I was due to spend in Rome, preferring to blame BA who in turn were uncontactable about my complaint. Very poor customer service indeed.

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