
Splendorous Escape
Overview
From Stockholm and Gothenburg to Oslo and the Arctic north, this nine-day trip takes you through Sweden and Norway. Take in picturesque train rides, fjord scenery, a beach cruise, and the famous North Cape. Explore dynamic cities, breathtaking scenery, and the enchantment of the Midnight Sun.
Highlights
- Stockholm, Gothenburg & Oslo City Tour
- Cruise with Hurtigruten from Hammerfest
- Excursion to North Cape
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Detailed Itinerary
Stockholm (Arrival)
Reach the airport in Stockholm. Transfer to the hotel after being picked up from the airport. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing. Spend the night in Stockholm.
Stockholm
The hotel's breakfast. After that, take a hop-on, hop-off tour of Stockholm, which is frequently referred to as the "Beauty on Water" because to its 14 islands. By bus, you will visit the entirety of Stockholm. Tickets for a canal trip are part of the excursion. Spend the night in Stockholm. (B)
Stockholm – Gothenburg: Proceed independently from the hotel to the train station after breakfast. Take Sweden's West Coast Line train from Stockholm to Gothenburg. Take a stroll along Avenue Street and go on a canal ride in the afternoon. You can go to Liseberg Park in the evening. Spend the night in Gothenburg. (B)
Gothenburg – Oslo
Take a luxurious bus from Gothenburg to Oslo after breakfast. Proceed to your hotel and check in after arriving in Oslo. Spend the night in Oslo. (B)
Oslo
The hotel's breakfast. Take a sightseeing tour in the morning. There are a lot of lovely and fascinating places during this long excursion. Admire the city center's main attractions and the breathtaking views from Holmenkollen Hill while exploring the unique Sculpture Park, which features more than 200 bronze and granite sculptures, to gain an intriguing understanding of the work of Gustav Vigeland, the most prolific sculptor in Norway. You are free to explore Oslo independently for the remainder of the day. Spend the night in Oslo. (B)
Oslo – Alta – Hammerfest
The hotel's breakfast. Afterwards, travel independently to the airport and take a flight to northern Norway's Alta (not included). Take a two-hour public bus ride from Alta to Hammerfest, the entry point to the Barents Sea. Spend the night in Hammerfest. (B, D)
Hammerfest – Honningsvag – North Cape
Set sail on the Norwegian Coastal Steamer Hurtigruten following an early breakfast. This excursion is referred to as the most exquisite sea voyage in the world. You reach Honningsvag, the only town on the North Cape, at noon. Proceed to your hotel and make your reservation. Before dinner at the hotel, spend the afternoon touring Honningsvag. Take a bus from Honningsvåg to the North Cape after dinner. Go into the North Cape Hall. A wide-screen movie theater, a post office with unique North Cape stamps, a number of stores, and much more are available. Don't forget to have a look at the end of the globe and see the well-known North Cape cliffs. See the sun that never sets from midnight on May 12 to July 31, if the weather and season allow. Return to Honningsvag using the same means of transportation from the North Cape. Spend the night in Honningsvag. (B, D)
Honningsvag – Alta
Today, you take a four-hour public bus ride from Honningsvag to Alta after breakfast at the accommodation. The bus pulls up directly in front of the hotel. Spend the night in Alta. (B, D)
Alta (Departure)
It's time to bid Scandinavia farewell after breakfast. Make your own way to the airport. For your next destination, take a plane from Alta (not included) to Oslo. (B)
Map & Logistics

Cities Covered
What's Included
- Accommodation in well-appointed hotels for 8 nights
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (Dinner on selected days)
- Airport transfer on arrival in Stockholm
- Intercity travel as per itinerary:
- Train from Stockholm to Gothenburg
- Bus from Gothenburg to Oslo
- Public bus from Alta to Hammerfest and Honningsvåg sectors
- Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with canal cruise
- Gothenburg canal cruise
- Oslo city sightseeing tour
- Hurtigruten Coastal Cruise experience (Hammerfest – Honningsvåg sector)
- North Cape excursion including visit to North Cape Hall
- All sightseeing tours on SIC (Seat-In-Coach) or shared basis
- All applicable taxes
What's Not Included
- International airfare
- Domestic flight (Oslo – Alta, Alta – Oslo)
- Schengen visa charges
- Travel insurance
- Airport transfers not mentioned (some transfers on own arrangement)
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Optional tours and activities
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, porterage, minibar, etc.)
- Early check-in & late check-out at hotels
- Entrance fees not specifically mentioned (if any)
- Any increase in transportation costs, fuel surcharge, or taxes
- Anything not specifically mentioned under “Inclusions”
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