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    10 days - Escorted summer tour from Oslo to Stockholm

    Embark on an extraordinary journey through the wonders of Norway and end in the illustrious capital of Sweden. Experience the diversity of Scandinavia, from the vibrant modern city of Oslo to the gothic cathedrals and viking history of Trondheim. Traverse breathtaking landscapes aboard iconic trains, relishing the beautiful views of Dovrefjell and the Lofoten Archipelago from afar. Discover hidden treasures in Tranøy while staying in the historic keeper's house of a scenic lighthouse. Experience the allure of Narvik and all its natural splendour during your otherworldly stay at Camp 291 – a collection of glass-encased cabins. And finally, ride the Arctic Train through the night to reach Stockholm, the Venice of the North, where guided tours reveal the city's charm. Feel a connection to the Nordic soul, its warrior history and breathtaking landscapes.

    Your journey takes you to: Oslo – Trondheim – Bodo – Tranoy – Narvik – Bjornfjell – Stockholm.

    Highlights include

    • A must for rail journey enthusiasts with two nights of overnight accommodation on a duo of iconic Norwegian railway trains
    • Visit the Vasa Museum and the city districts of Södermalm
    • Guided tours of Oslo, Trondheim and Stockholm
    • Seven nights of handpicked accommodation, including two nights in historic keepers' residences of the Tranøy Lighthouse and one night in a glass-walled designer cabin in Narvik
    • Watch the midnight sun in a glass walled designer cabin in Arctic Norway
    Day 1
    Arrive Oslo
    Day 2
    Guided city tour of Oslo
    Day 3
    Epic train journey to Trondheim through valleys and over mountain passes
    Day 4
    Guided tour of Trondheim before boarding the Nordland overnight train
    Day 5
    Lighthouse stay in a remote island on the Norwegian Coast
    Day 6
    Spend the day exploring this remote and beautiful coastal area including the tiny village of Tranøy
    Day 7
    Visit a Sami Centre as you travel to Narvik. Stay in designer glass walled cabins high in the mountains
    Day 8
    Board the Arctic Express Train this afternoon, watching out for the Arctic animals in the midnight sun
    Day 9
    Arrive in Stockholm and guided tour of the city in the afternoon
    Day 10
    Depart Stockholm
    Start Place
    Oslo, Norway
    End Place
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Destinations Visited
    Norway
    Sweden
    Duration
    10 Days
    Group Size
    6 - 16
    Suitability
    Moderate
    Code
    50DN1260

    Please note that all our itineraries, inclusions, dates and prices displayed on this website may change at any time. If you book an itinerary today and have this confirmed it will be the itinerary that is delivered to you. However, the online itinerary on our website may change in the meantime.

    Details

    Transportation

    All transportation (by buses, trains, ferries and boats) between destinations is included in the price. This includes travel between Bodø to Narvik by premium 50 Degrees North mini-coach, which will accommodate spontaneous photo stops, as well as food and rest stops.

    Included
    • 4 nights’ hotel accommodation in shared double/twin rooms with private facilities
    • 2 nights' twin sleeper train in twin compartment
    • 1 night accommodation in glass-walled designer cabins
    • 2 nights' in a lighthouse accommodation
    • All breakfast and 7 dinners
    • Airport transfers day 10
    • Arrival Airport express train day 1
    • Premium mini-coach (or similar) from Bodø to Narvik. Stop along the way for spontaneous photo opportunities, waterfalls stops to see wandering wildlife or for quick rest stops.
    • All transport between destinations
    • Visit to Árran Sami Centre and the Hamsun Centre
    • Guided tour of Oslo, Trondheim and Stockholm
    • Experienced tour escort
    • 24-hour emergency service
    • Taxes and service fees
    Not Included
    • International or domestic flights unless otherwise mentioned
    • Beverages, snacks, lunches, and dinners unless otherwise noted
    • The room outside of normal check-in/check-out times
    • Porterage at airport and hotels unless otherwise noted
    • Optional excursions, activities, museums or pre and post-trips not mentioned
    • Any service not specifically listed under "included” – such as the optional excursions
    • Travel Insurance
    • Unforeseen admission to nature sites is not included in the price
    • Other items of personal nature
    • Other items not mentioned under Inclusions

    Itinerary

    Day 1 - Arrive Oslo

    Arrive in Oslo and take the Airport Express train to your hotel located 50m from the station hall.

    In the afternoon we recommend a walk through the city centre to view the Parliament, the Castle and the Harbour area. The new Oslo Opera just nearby the hotel is a must-see, and you may even book tickets for a concert if this is on.

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

    Meals
    1 Dinner
    Accommodation
    Amerikalinjen Hotel in Superior rooms

    Day 2 - Guided city tour of Oslo

    This morning, you have a full morning guided tour of Oslo. Visit some of the Oslo highlights, including the Kontiki & Fram museums, the Vigeland Sculpture Park, Ekerbergeparken and the Holmenkollen Ski Jump and Museum.

    In your free time, discover the new area of Bjorvika with the new Munch Museum and then explore the charming shopping streets, cozy cafés and exciting eateries of Grünerløkka. After going shopping at numerous design boutiques, vintage shops and flea markets, head to the Mathallen food hall for local specialties. Lastly, visit the new National Museum of Norway down by the harbour before finding a spot in one of the local fish restaurants for dinner.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Amerikalinjen Hotel in Superior rooms

    Day 3 - Epic train journey to Trondheim through valleys and over mountain passes

    This morning around 10 am, board a train travelling north to Trondheim. This six-hour journey offers magnificent scenery on the journey over Dovrefjell, and a varied landscape over a total distance of 485 kilometres. The highest point on the Dovrebanen is just north of Hjerkinn station, at a whopping 1,024 meters above sea level. Travelling by train is comfortable with free WIFI, cafes and locals to chat to. Arrive around 5 pm and transfer to your hotel.

    Tonight dine at the beautiful Hotel Britannia. Be sure to enjoy their luxury spa and wellness centre.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel Britannia in Superior rooms

    Day 4 - Guided tour of Trondheim before boarding the Nordland overnight train

    After breakfast, meet your guide for a walk through both the old and new areas of Trondheim – Norway’s oldest city, founded in 970 by the Viking king Olav Tryggvason. Stroll the small alleys, where you can feel the atmosphere from the Middle Ages and enjoy the story of this city in the middle of Norway.

    You might have seen the old warehouses and the old town, Bakklandet, in photos. Now it is your turn to feel the atmosphere between the old wooden houses. See The Clemens Church, the first grave church for St. Olav and the Royal residence of Stiftsgården and enjoy an inside visit to the impressive Nidaros Cathedral.

    Your afternoon is free before boarding an overnight train to Bodø. At 729 kilometres, the Nordland Railway is Norway’s longest and takes all evening, through fertile farmland and great forests in Trøndelag, across the majestic Saltfjellet range, and down to the coast between Rognan and Bodø. Remember, you are travelling above the Arctic Circle and it will be daylight for most of your journey.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Overnight train in 2 person compartment. The compartment has two fully-bedded bunk single beds 75 cms wide, two water bottles, towels and a sink. If you need more water during your trip, you will be able to get more in the cafeteria carriage. At the end of the wagon you will find a common toilet.

    Day 5 - Lighthouse stay in a remote island on the Norwegian Coast

    You will be met by your driver and mini coach off the train and set off north. Visit the rock carvings at Helleristninger and stop for waffles at Kobbelv Vertshus, a road stop offering lovely views of the Leirfjord and Baggfossen waterfall. Between the Salten, Ofoten and Lofoten regions is the Realm of Hamsun, made famous by the novels of Knut Hamsun and you will find tributes to Hamsun through the drive.

    Arrive at Tranøy mid-afternoon and get ready to watch the late midnight sunset over the lighthouse and Lofoten Archipelago.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Lunch
    1 Dinner
    Accommodation
    Tranøy Lighthouse in standard rooms

    Day 6 - Spend the day exploring this remote and beautiful coastal area including the tiny village of Tranøy

    The village of Tranøy is situated approx. 2.5km away from the lighthouse, and within walking distance. Tranøy has a local pub in an old boat, galleries and some other points of interest. There is a small local shop to buy daily items. You can do a sculpture walk around the town and enjoy a glass of champagne and high tea at the gallery.

    There are numerous great walking tracks on Hamarøy, including the walk around Hamarøyskaftet. For active travellers, we recommend a hike up to the peak, Hamnesfjellet, 880 metres up from sea level with an incredible view over to the Lofoten Islands on a clear day. Other optional activities are rib boat safari, spa and horse riding.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner
    Accommodation
    Tranøy Lighthouse in standard rooms

    Day 7 - Visit a Sami Centre as you travel to Narvik. Stay in designer glass walled cabins high in the mountains

    Leaving around 8am this morning, continue your journey with your driver to Narvik. First stop will be the Árran Sami Education centre where you can meet local Sami guides and learn more about the local cultures.

    You will arrive in the small town of Narvik just after lunch this afternoon. Say goodbye to your driver and then settle into your hotel.

    Tonight’s accommodation is Camp 291, designer cabins with glass walls on three of four sides. The cabins are located 291 meters above sea level, in the middle of the Narvikfjellet ski resort and surrounded by birch forest.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner
    Accommodation
    Narvikfjellet Camp 291 cabins

    Day 8 - Board the Arctic Express Train this afternoon, watching out for the Arctic animals in the midnight sun

    After breakfast, head out for a short walk before boarding the train to Bjornefjell. You have time for a walk at the mountain stop before joining the overnight Arctic Train, leaving at 15.53. The train is very comfortable and offers high-quality dinner and drinks. Settle in to watch the never-ending forests, looking out for reindeer and elks in the 24-hour midnight sun. You will travel through the Northern Swedish towns of Abisko and Kiruna, on your way to Stockholm on the overnight sleeper train.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Overnight train in 2 person compartment 1st class or similar. The compartment has two fully-bedded bunk single beds 75 cms wide, two water bottles, towels and a sink. If you need more water during your trip, you will be able to get more in the cafeteria carriage. The compartment isn't large and extra luggage can be stored in the ends of the carriage.

    Day 9 - Arrive in Stockholm and guided tour of the city in the afternoon

    Pull into Stockholm around 10 am this morning and transfer to your hotel. 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.

    Join a guided tour this afternoon of the Stockholm highlights. With your own guide and car, visit the Vasa Museum and the city districts of Södermalm, Gamla Stan, Norrmalm, Östermalm and Djurgården, each with its own special character.

    Enjoy a final group dinner this evening to celebrate this epic journey.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    1 Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel Rival in Superior rooms

    Day 10 - Depart Stockholm

    Depart after breakfast, transfer to the airport.

    Meals
    1 Breakfast
    Dates & Prices

    All prices listed are per person, sharing a room with your travelling partner.

    Dates
    Valid From
    Valid To
    From Price
    Status
    Accommodation
    6 Jul 2024
    15 Jul 2024
    6 Jul 2024
    15 Jul 2024
    NZD 10,121
    Available
    Standard
    6 Jul 2024
    15 Jul 2024
    6 Jul 2024
    15 Jul 2024
    NZD 2,101
    Available
    Extra for Single
    3 Aug 2024
    12 Aug 2024
    3 Aug 2024
    12 Aug 2024
    NZD 10,121
    Available
    Standard
    3 Aug 2024
    12 Aug 2024
    3 Aug 2024
    12 Aug 2024
    NZD 2,101
    Available
    Extra for Single
    31 Aug 2024
    9 Sep 2024
    31 Aug 2024
    9 Sep 2024
    NZD 10,121
    Available
    Standard
    31 Aug 2024
    9 Sep 2024
    31 Aug 2024
    9 Sep 2024
    NZD 2,101
    Available
    Extra for Single

    Important Information

    Please note that the train compartments on the overnight trains will be small and will not accommodate a lot of large luggage. Bathrooms are at the end of each carriage.

    This tour suits active travellers with steps and a short walk to the accommodation at the lighthouse and a bunk bed on the train journeys.

    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.

    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'.

    Minimum age for this tour is 18+ yrs.

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