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    16 days - Escorted autumn tour from Bergen to Helsinki

    This scenic journey connecting the capitals of Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Estonia and Finland is a celebration of nature, culture, and history with local guides showing you the way. Enjoy a hassle-free travel experience with our experienced tour escorts, staying in quality boutique, premium hotels carefully selected by our Scandinavia travel experts.

    With a maximum of 15 travellers, there are two departures in 2025 throughout the autumn.

    Highlights include

    • Take a ride on the steep Flåm Railway full of hairpin turns
    • Small group tour of 15 travellers plus experienced group leader
    • Meet the Vikings at Gudvangen
    • Roam the UNESCO Heritage site, Bryggen in the beautiful town of Bergen
    Day 1
    Arrival day into Bergen with a special group dinner to welcome you to our home country
    Day 2
    Discover the sights of historic Bergen with a guided tour with local expert
    Day 3
    Head to the Fjords of Norway and lunch with the Vikings
    Day 4
    Visit Stegastein Viewpoint and free afternoon by the fjord
    Day 5
    Ride the Flåm Railway and train into Oslo
    Day 6
    Discover the must-sees of beautiful Oslo
    Day 7
    Free morning in Oslo before heading to the port for overnight ferry to Copenhagen
    Day 8
    Arrive into Copenhagen and guided tour of the city
    Day 9
    Explore Copenhagen to its fullest
    Day 10
    Copenhagen to Stockholm train journey
    Day 11
    Guided tour of Stockholm's historic Old Town, including the Royal Palace and the Cathedral
    Day 12
    Enjoy Stockholm before an overnight ferry to Helsinki
    Day 13
    Discover Helsinki with a guided tour
    Day 14
    A short ferry then enjoy a guided tour of Tallinn
    Day 15
    Visit Suomenlinna Island and Farewell Dinner
    Day 16
    Departure Day
    Start Place
    Bergen, Norway
    End Place
    Helsinki, Finland
    Destinations Visited
    Norway
    Denmark
    Sweden
    Finland
    Estonia
    Duration
    16 Days
    Group Size
    6 - 15
    Suitability
    Scheduled group tour with moderate walks and active components. No luggage handling included.
    Carbon Footprint
    505Kg of CO₂e Average carbon footprint per person?
    Code
    50DN1380

    As a Certified B Corporation, 50 Degrees North has designed this tour using handpicked local hoteliers and suppliers who share our ethos of delivering services and activities of high social and environmental standards.

    The CO2-e per person per day of all tours is carefully measured following each season. We fully offset all emissions of our tours on your behalf, and we constantly look at ways to reduce emissions where possible.

    Details

    Transportation

    Transportation (by buses, trains, ferries and boats) between destinations is included in the price (not arrival and departure transfers).

    Included
    • 13 nights’ hotel accommodation in shared double/twin rooms with private facilities
    • 2 nights on overnight ferries between Oslo - Copenhagen and Stockholm - Helsinki, outside twin cabin with sea view and private facilities
    • 15 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 6 dinners
    • Experienced tour escort
    • All transport between destinations by buses, ferries, trains and boats, excluding arrival and departure transfers
    • Flåm Railway excursion
    • Private tour to Stegastein Viewpoint
    • Guided Viking tour and a 3-course Viking lunch
    • Fjordcruise on Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord
    • Guided tour of Bergen, Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm and Helsinki with local guide (each tour around 2-3 hours)
    • Guided tour of Suomenlinna Island
    • Guided morning tour in Tallinn, meeting from ferry
    • 24-hour emergency service
    • Taxes and service fees
    Not Included

    International flights, lunches, alcohol and dinners that have not been detailed in the program, and items of personal nature.

    Arrival and departure transfers are not included.

    Portage is not included - you will be responsible for carrying all your luggage which at times is lengthy such as getting out of ferries and around ports.

    Itinerary

    Day 1 - Arrival day into Bergen with a special group dinner to welcome you to our home country

    Arrive and make your own way to your hotel.

    Before meeting your group, discover some of Bergen's many attractions and sights, many of them within walking distance. Recommended sights of interests are the Hanseatic harbour Bryggen, Ulriken, Troldhaugen, the Fish and Flower market, Bergen Aquarium and Gamle Bergen (Old Bergen Open Air Museum).

    Meet your escort and group this evening for a welcome dinner.

    Meals
    1 Dinner
    Accommodation
    Bergen Børs or similar

    Day 2 - Discover the sights of historic Bergen with a guided tour with local expert

    Discover the sights of historic Bergen, including a ride on the funicular railway up Mt. Fløien to admire panoramic views of the centre from 1050 feet above sea level.

    Bergen's centre is very compact, with much to see and hear about within a very short walking distance. Stroll around Bryggen, a World Heritage Site, where you will hear of life in times gone by, dried cod fish, Hanseatic merchants, fires, Norwegian resistance fighters and present-day life at the wharf. Pass by the lively waterside Fish Market and explore the Bergen Fortress area, where you will find Håkons Hall from 1261 and the Rosenkranz Tower from 1560s, or wander down the old cobblestone alleyways in the heart of Bergen and see typical, quaint Bergen houses and chimney houses while hearing about life in Bergen past and present.

    The afternoon and evening is free for your own exploration.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Bergen Børs or similar
    Clarion Hotel Admiral
    Restaurants
    Cornelius Fish Restaurant

    Day 3 - Head to the Fjords of Norway and lunch with the Vikings

    This morning, travel by small minibus to Gundvangen and meet the Vikings. Viking Valley is a living Viking village and a historical attraction in the Nærøyfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Learn about the Viking culture, crafts and history with a guided tour before a Viking style 3-course lunch.

    Then board a first-class electric vessel and enjoy a stunning 'silent' cruise along the Nærøyfjord to Flåm, a small town located at the end of the fjord. The fjord itself is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, due to the exceptional natural beauty stemming from the narrow and steep-sided crystalline rock walls that rise up 1,400 metres from the Norwegian Sea and extend 500 metres below sea level. It is amongst the world’s longest and deepest fjords and has many waterfalls, free-flowing rivers, forests, and glaciers.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Lunch
    1 Dinner
    Accommodation
    Fretheim Hotel or similar

    Day 4 - Visit Stegastein Viewpoint and free afternoon by the fjord

    Get your camera out for a visit to Stegastein, a viewing platform that juts out 30 metres from the mountainside, 650 metres above Aurlandsfjord. It offers an unparalleled panorama of the fjord, mountains and surrounding landscape.

    Relax by the fjord for the rest of the day or enjoy waterfall walls, optional kayaking or meander around the small village.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner

    Day 5 - Ride the Flåm Railway and train into Oslo

    This morning, board the tourist train at Flåm Station, where you’ll take a stunning train ride to Myrdal. Travelling on the Flåmsbana, be sure not to miss any of the amazing vistas on offer. Said to be one of the greatest engineering feats in Norway, the Flåm Railway is a 20-kilometre track that runs past trickling waterfalls, imposing mountains, and bright fjords. A total feast for the eyes!

    Then continue on to Oslo and discover Norway's beautiful capital city.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Clarion Hotel the Hub or similar

    Day 6 - Discover the must-sees of beautiful Oslo

    Discover the must-sees of beautiful Oslo including the Royal Palace and Vigeland Park on a private walking tour of its most famous sights. Enjoy all the landmarks of Oslo's city centre on a 3-hour walking tour with a local guide. Get a taste of the life in this vibrant capital through its famous sights, and enjoy its architectural and cultural diversity.

    See the Royal Palace, the Norwegian Parliament, and the University of Oslo, and stroll the bustling Karl Johan pedestrian shopping area.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast

    Day 7 - Free morning in Oslo before heading to the port for overnight ferry to Copenhagen

    Free morning in Oslo before later this afternoon, boarding the overnight ferry to Copenhagen. Accommodation in seaside cabins with shower/WC. Enjoy the hot tub on the back deck, the entertainment and various dining establishments. Be sure to sit on the deck as you leave the Oslo fjord for beautiful views and locals enjoying the autumn.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner

    Day 8 - Arrive into Copenhagen and guided tour of the city

    Arrive into Copenhagen this morning and transfer to your hotel. Copenhagen has a long history, and many delightful attractions and sights - you will never run out of something to see or to do. The city is small and cosy, an ideal way to explore the city is by foot, and public transport.

    Your local guide will meet you and you will head off for a stroll through the charming streets and squares of Old Town, and see the impressive Danish Parliament, colourful Nyhavn, and the elegant Royal Palace of Amalienborg. Discover the must-sees of beautiful Copenhagen including Nyhavn and the Royal Palace on a private walking tour of its most famous sights.

    Discover the charming streets and squares of Old Town, and see the impressive Danish Parliament, colourful Nyhavn, and the elegant Royal Palace of Amalienborg.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Villa Copenhagen or similar

    Day 9 - Explore Copenhagen to its fullest

    Today is a completely free day so you can sleep in, explore the cafes and restaurants or venture out of the city on a day tour.

    Roskilde isn't too far out of town if you want to visit the Viking Museum or art lovers can train to Louisiana. There is also a new adventure park with impressive towers and gardens to visit. Ask your local guide for some options. Enjoy this super cool city!

    Meals
    1 Breakfast

    Day 10 - Copenhagen to Stockholm train journey

    Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and more of Copenhagen before transferring to the train station for your express train journey to Stockholm.

    Sweden's capital is charming, vibrant and surrounded by beauty and water - hence its nickname, Venice of the North! Stockholm offers interesting museums and castles; the city offers a warm atmosphere and the old town has charming small alleyways boasting several famous restaurants.

    This afternoon, be sure to make time for a visit to the ABBA museum with great interactive exhibits - a glass of champagne (for Dutch courage to get on stage & the pure fun of it) to accompany your tour is recommended! On the other hand, take the serious option & visit the Nobel Prize museum in the Old town.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast

    Day 11 - Guided tour of Stockholm's historic Old Town, including the Royal Palace and the Cathedral

    After breakfast (which is seriously one of the best breakfast buffets in Scandinavia), discover the must-sees of Stockholm's historic Old Town, including the Royal Palace and the Cathedral on a guided walking tour of its charming cobbled streets.

    Stockholm's old town, Gamla Stan, is one of the city’s 14 islands. It is here, in the medieval part of the city, where everything began, the first buildings dating around 1200. This is not simply a museum area, but a lively part of the city where Stockholmers live, work, shop and go to school. The Old Town has narrow alleys and streets with cobbled stones, where your guide will introduce you to interesting historical sites, and tell you the story of how the city of Stockholm was founded and how Stockholmers live today.

    See the Royal Palace and visit the island of Riddarholmen, including the Riddarholmen Church, which was built by Franciscan monks in the 1200s. Stop for a traditional Swedish cinnamon bun at a local bakery, and see old-fashioned hard candy being made at Polkagris Kokeri. You can sample some for yourself and pick up some to take home with you.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast

    Day 12 - Enjoy Stockholm before an overnight ferry to Helsinki

    Spend some time shopping or even explore the waterways of Stockholm before transferring to the port to board the overnight ferry to Helsinki, Finland. Again, be sure to sit outside to watch the archipelago of islands go past - one of our favourite places in Scandinavia.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner

    Day 13 - Discover Helsinki with a guided tour

    The Finnish capital is a compact city where the most important sights can easily be explored on foot. Meet your local guide this morning for a 3-hour stroll through the streets and squares of Helsinki. Senate Square, surrounded by the historical quarters and the iconic Lutheran Cathedral, is the place where the East meets the West and you will become familiar with Finland’s unique position between Sweden and Russia. A walk along the colourful Kauppatori market is an absolute must and entering the Old Market Hall will give you a taste of local delicacies such as reindeer meat and rye bread.

    Crossing the Esplanade Park, and past Railway Station, one of the main landmarks, you will arrive to another square, Kansalaistori, which showcases the pulse of modern Nordic city. The walk will continue through the Töölö district to pay a visit to the Rock Church, a Lutheran shrine build inside a solid rock in the 1960’s and the most visited site of Helsinki. Return to the city centre like a local by tram. A panoramic tram ride passes through south Helsinki’s Art Nouveau and diplomatic districts.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast

    Day 14 - A short ferry then enjoy a guided tour of Tallinn

    Catch the express ferry from Helsinki this morning and travel across to Tallinn. Meet your local guide and discover the sights and stories of Tallinn's beautiful Old Town and beyond on a 3-hour walking tour with a local guide. Winding cobblestone lanes and iron street lamps. Gothic spires and medieval markets. Centuries old buildings with their red tile roofs and hidden courtyards. This is the city's famous Old Town.

    Explore the most interesting sights of the medieval Old Town, as well as some of the most modern architecture of the town. The excursion will start with a brief history of Estonia and Tallinn as you enter one of the best-preserved Hanseatic towns in the world. In the Upper Old Town, you can admire Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - the largest Orthodox church in the city - as well as the Houses of Estonian Parliament and one of the oldest churches in Estonia, the Dome Church. Experience the panoramic views from Toompea Hills over the Lower Town and the rest of the city of Tallinn.

    Later in the afternoon, you will take the ferry back to Helsinki. You can enjoy an early dinner on board (optional for extra cost) before arriving at your hotel.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast

    Day 15 - Visit Suomenlinna Island and Farewell Dinner

    For your final day together, join a guided tour to the Suomenlinna Island. Situated on a group of islands 4 kms from the main centre, Suomenlinna was built during the Swedish era as a maritime fortress and a base for the Archipelago Fleet. Work on the fortress began in 1748 and it is a now a popular place for picnics and locals as well as historically interesting.

    Tonight, join the final group dinner to celebrate your adventure through our region.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner

    Day 16 - Departure Day

    After breakfast, self transfer to the airport.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Dates & Prices

    All prices listed are per person, based on two people sharing a room.

    NOTE: Twin rooms can be requested but not guaranteed, no upgrades available.

    Dates
    Valid From
    Valid To
    From Price
    Status
    Accommodation
    6 Oct 2025
    21 Oct 2025
    6 Oct 2025
    21 Oct 2025
    AUD 9,130
    Available
    Standard
    6 Oct 2025
    21 Oct 2025
    6 Oct 2025
    21 Oct 2025
    AUD 3,470
    Available
    Extra for Single
    20 Oct 2025
    4 Nov 2025
    20 Oct 2025
    4 Nov 2025
    AUD 9,130
    Available
    Standard
    20 Oct 2025
    4 Nov 2025
    20 Oct 2025
    4 Nov 2025
    AUD 3,470
    Available
    Extra for Single

    Important Information

    MEDICAL AND HEALTH INFORMATION:

    All travellers need to be in good physical health in order to participate fully on this trip. When selecting your trip please make sure you have read through the itinerary carefully and assess your ability to manage and enjoy group travel. Please consider carefully how much luggage you bring as you will be responsible for carrying all the luggage. There is limited portage service in Scandinavia and your tour escorts cannot help you, beyond reason. This includes carrying luggage off boats and around ports.

    Scandinavia is a fairly accessible destination for people with restricted mobility and other disabilities and is actively working to be more accessible every day. However, please note that our group tours are often not suitable for persons with limited accessibility due to inclusions and pace. 50 Degrees North is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability and we can tailor-make independent itineraries for travellers when needed. Please contact us for further details.

    SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL:

    As a Nordic specialist we are keen to show travellers the hidden gems of the countries we visit, and as an anti-dote to over-tourism to reduce the environmental pressures on the traditional and busy routes that most travel companies will take. This itinerary has been designed to do just that.

    Throughout your stay we have hand-selected accommodations which are locally owned, have deep roots in their communities, and pride themselves on supporting local facilities and producers. This is done through shopping locally, and buying sustainably sourced options, so in the words of one of the chefs in the accommodation you will be staying in 'you should taste what’s here in the surroundings, from lakes, mountains and farms'

    On this itinerary we also support Nordic Choice Hotels, a collection of hotels renowned for their environmental efforts. The hotels are ISO 14001 certified, have launched plastic free initiatives in partnership with WWF, where possible are powered by renewable energy and are taking great strides to reduce water consumption and reduce the use of chemicals. Even though access to water is not an issue in Norway compared to other parts of the world, this hotel group is conscious of the energy consumed for heating, and chemicals required for purification, so reduction makes up part of their overall environmental policy. In addition to this they provide sustainable, organic, fair-trade food, and only use sustainably produced palm oil.

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