18 days tour

Northern Explorer - 18 Days

Northern Explorer - 18 Days

This tour includes:

Guide

Services of your Expat tour leader, who will be on hand with advice and tips to ensure that you get the most from your trip

Meals

17 Breakfasts. 1 Lunch 6 Dinners. Other meals are not included to give you maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat.

Others

All taxes and fees. 19 Experiences (including guided walking tours, orientation walks, driving tours of cities plus other exciting experiences). Free Expat Explore tour souvenir โ€“ a memorable gift of your once in a lifetime trip.

Transport

Modern air conditioned coach with reclining seats, TV for showing DVDs, and toilet Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days).

Accommodation

2 nights in twin-share rooms at the Hampton by Hilton Schipol Airport. 1 night in a twin-share room at the TRYP by Wyndham Bad Oldesloe. 1 night in a twin-share room at the Park Inn Copenhagen Airport. 1 night in a twin-share room at the IBIS Styles Stockholm Jarva. 1 night in a twin-share room on an overnight ferry. 1 night in a twin-share room at the Holiday Inn West Ruoholahti. 3 nights in twin-share rooms at the Matisov Domik. 1 night in a twin-share room at the Tallinn Seaport Hotel. 1 night in a twin-share room at the Radisson Blu Latvja. 1 night in a twin-share room at the Green Park Hotel Vilnius. 2 nights in twin-share rooms at the Novotel Warswaza Centrum. 2 nights in twin-share rooms at the IBIS Berlin Ostbahnhof. Please be aware that all accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. Final accommodation details will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.

Not included:

Others

Arrival and departure transfers. Tipping. Other meals, snacks and drinks. Pre and post tour accommodation. Single supplement (Optional) - Please contact our Travel Experts for a quote. Russian Bypass - Available for those who have not obtained a Russian visa. Please contact our Travel Experts for more information.

Flights

As we have travellers from all over the world, flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed. As we specialise in organising the best tours around the world for you, we are unable to advise on flight prices or book flights on your behalf. We recommend that you do not book your flights until your place on the tour has been confirmed. Check out the following link which is powered by Skyscanner to book your flight - https://flights.tourradar.com

Optional

Optional experiences are available on this tour for an additional cost and will be provided to you with your finalised travel documents.

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (http://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

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Itinerary of your trip Northern Explorer - 18 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Start Of Tour In Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Start Of Tour In Amsterdam

      Welcome to Amsterdam and the start of your Northern Explorer tour! Meet your tour leader at the accommodation this morning. After everyone's checked in, get ready to experience the gorgeous Dutch countryside. Visit a local Dutch farm and see how clogs and local cheese are made! You will also have the opportunity to join an optional excursion which further explores the Dutch countryside. Later this evening, enjoy a canal cruise of Amsterdam - one of the best ways to see this amazing city and its sights! Afterwards, enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. The rest of the night is free. Stroll around the canals (keep an eye out for bicycles!), visit Dam Square or the famous red light district.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Amsterdam - Hamburg - Northern Germany
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Amsterdam - Hamburg - Northern Germany

      Depart Amsterdam this morning and travel towards a new country, Germany! Arrive in Hamburg in the late afternoon and embark on an orientation tour with your tour leader. Hamburg is an impressive harbour town and top cultural destination home to over 50 museums! Your tour leader will show you some of the cityโ€™s highlights and give you some tips for what to explore during your free time. Enjoy some time to grab dinner, why not eat a hamburger in the city they were named after? Later, travel on to the accommodation for the night situated in a quaint town in Northern Germany. Get some rest tonight as tomorrow we make our way to Denmark where more adventures await!

  • Day 3 Day 3: Northern Germany - Odense - Copenhagen
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Northern Germany - Odense - Copenhagen

      The journey continues to Scandinavia after breakfast. Cross the border into Denmark and head towards the Danish capital, Copenhagen. The drive offers fantastic views as well as a crossing of Europe's longest bridge. En route, enjoy a visit to Odense, the birthplace of fairytale author Hans Christian Andersen! Arrive in Copenhagen and enjoy an orientation tour of the city. It'll soon be evident why this charming city has been voted one of the world's most liveable so many years in a row! It's clean, safe, and very easy to get around and blessed with cosy cafรฉs and world-famous restaurants!

  • Day 4 Day 4: Copenhagen - Helsingรธr - Gothenburg - Oslo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Copenhagen - Helsingรธr - Gothenburg - Oslo

      The tour will visit three countries today; Denmark, Sweden and Norway! Depart Copenhagen and take a short drive to the port town of Helsingรธr this morning. This town is home to Kronborg Castle, the setting for Shakespeare's Hamlet. See the castle from the water as we take a short ferry ride to Sweden. Then, enjoy a drive from the port of Helsingborg through the stunning rural Swedish scenery while travelling towards Gothenburg, Swedenโ€™s second city and the home of Volvo. Here, join your tour leader for an orientation tour and find a spot to enjoy lunch. Next, cross the border into Norway and travel north to Oslo. Norwayโ€™s capital city is full of Scandinavian culture and charm! Enjoy a free evening to explore the city.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Oslo: Free Day
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Oslo: Free Day

      Look forward to exploring Oslo today! Begin with a locally guided tour of Norwayโ€™s cool, compact and captivating capital city. Oslo is surrounded by stunning scenery and is famous for its green spaces and museums. A local expert will showcase the cityโ€™s highlights including Akershus Castle, the Royal Palace and the Oslo Opera House. After the city tour, the rest of the day is free to explore as you wish. Why not visit one of the cityโ€™s famous museums or galleries, stroll around town admiring the architecture or choose a local spot to enjoy lunch and dinner?

  • Day 6 Day 6: Oslo - Sigtuna - Stockholm
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Oslo - Sigtuna - Stockholm

      Wave farewell to Norway as the tour travels back to Sweden. Find out why Sweden is ranked as one of the most naturally beautiful countries in Europe on a drive through various landscapes. Pass Karlstad on the shores of Lake Vรคnern before arriving in ร–rebro where the group has free time for lunch. After lunch, itโ€™s time to visit Sigtuna. This beautiful mediaeval town is the oldest in Sweden. Itโ€™s home to old church ruins as well as the oldest main street in Sweden - Stora Gatan. Next, the tour continues to Stockholm, Swedenโ€™s gorgeous capital! Arrive in the evening and absorb the vibrant atmosphere of the Scandinavian capital city. Enjoy an included dinner with the group tonight.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Stockholm: Free Day
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Stockholm: Free Day

      Discover the highlights of Stockholm today! Discover the top attractions and learn all about Swedenโ€™s capital city on a locally guided tour. See the Royal Palace, the AF Chapman Ship and take a walk through Gamla Stan; Stockholmโ€™s famous Old Town. Enjoy free time from lunchtime onwards. The Royal Sweden & Vasa Museum optional, which takes place over two days, is a great way to learn more about Swedenโ€™s royal history and see relics of its past! Today, the optional visits the Vasa Museum. Alternatively, relax in one of Stockholmโ€™s green spaces or sample some local cuisine!. *Please note: Todayโ€™s optional excursion will take place over day 7 and day 8 due to the timing of the tour's schedule.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Stockholm - Helsinki (Overnight Ferry)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Stockholm - Helsinki (Overnight Ferry)

      Spend time this morning exploring the city of Stockholm! The numerous islands that make up the town offer fascinating walks, especially through the Djurgรฅrden. If youโ€™re joining part two of the Royal Sweden & Vasa Museum optional, look forward to visiting the stunning Drottningholm Palace this morning! Otherwise, spot beautiful old ships in the harbour and visit some of the many world-class museums and art galleries. See if you can catch the changing of the guards at the Royal Palace! This afternoon it's time to travel to the next destination - Finland! This afternoon, take an overnight ferry, arriving in Helsinki, Finland, tomorrow morning.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Helsinki
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Helsinki

      Arrive in Helsinki in the late morning and head off on a tour of the city with a local guide. See the highlights of Helsinki including the Helsinki Cathedral and Senate Square. You will have the afternoon to explore the Finnish capital at your own pace. An effortlessly cool city, Helsinki prides itself on being slightly off-the-wall, playing with decor and design traditions to humorous effect. Elegant cafรฉs, magnificent museums and impressive Art Nouveau architecture all combine to create a city that is certain to leave an impression! Enjoy an included dinner with the group tonight.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Helsinki - Tallinn
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Helsinki - Tallinn

      Today itโ€™s time to travel to the Baltic States! Catch a ferry from the port in Helsinki, cross the Gulf of Finland and arrive in Tallinn, Estonia. With the strong mediaeval influence combined with modern structures, Tallinn is one of Europe's most enchanting cities! Enjoy an included group lunch at a local restaurant before seeing the highlights and wonderful historic sights of Tallinn with a local guide on a walking tour. Explore the UNESCO-listed historic centre, see Town Hall Square, St Olavโ€™s Church and more! Enjoy a free evening to discover more of the city.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Tallinn - Riga
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Tallinn - Riga

      Travel onwards to Latvia today! Depart Tallinn and head towards Riga, Latviaโ€™s capital city. En route, sightsee in scenic Pรคrnu, a resort town in Estonia, and visit the seaside town of Saulkrasti in Latvia before a sombre visit to the Latvian War Cemetery, dedicated to the soldiers who fought in WWI. Later, arrive in Riga which is possibly the most vibrant of the Baltic cities and blessed with a culture that you'll find irresistible! In contrast to its smaller neighbours, Riga goes all out with a buzzing atmosphere and impressive Art Nouveau architecture. Join your tour leader on a walking tour. Explore some of its most notable landmarks and sights, including the famous central markets and many beautiful churches.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Hill Of Crosses - Vilnius
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Hill Of Crosses - Vilnius

      Lithuania is calling today! The first stop of the day is the Hill of Crosses - a pilgrimage site loaded with around 100,000 crosses which is an impressive sight to behold. Arrive in Vilnius, Lithuaniaโ€™s capital, and set off on an orientation tour of the city before enjoying some free time. Lithuania's capital exudes Old Town charm, so much so that it's been added to UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites. In contrast to the medieval history, there are also reminders of Vilnius' more recent and darker past, including remnants of the ghettos where the Jewish community lived during Nazi occupation, and the influence of the Soviet Union. It is an intriguing city to discover.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Trakai - Warsaw
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Trakai - Warsaw

      This morning, travel to the final destination in Lithuania - Trakai National Park. The main attraction is undoubtedly a view of the iconic brick-built castle at its centre, which lies on an island surrounded by crystal-clear water. Next, head towards the Polish border. En route to Warsaw, your tour guide will offer insights into the city and its surroundings on a driving tour. As the cultural hub of Poland, Warsaw is a city of energy and action, racing to replace what was lost after being utterly destroyed in World War II. Arrive at the hotel, check in and join the group for an included dinner this evening.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Warsaw: Free Day
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Warsaw: Free Day

      Enjoy a city tour of Warsawโ€™s Old Town with a local guide this morning. Meet your guide at the hotel and then embark on the tour, taking in a number of highlights and seeing the bustling square at the heart of the old town. This afternoon is yours to spend as you wish! Visit some of the highly regarded museums, such as the Museum of the History of Polish Jews, the Chopin Museum, or the extensive collections of the National Museum. On a Sunday, you can enjoy free entry to the Royal Palace and the occasional free music concert in ลazienki Park. Alternatively, you can further explore the Old Town and make the most of your time in this charming city.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Poznaล„ - Berlin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Poznaล„ - Berlin

      Heading west through Poland, stop in Poznaล„, a city famous for its historic old town. Enjoy your free time to have lunch and admire the colourful buildings and beautiful architecture of the Old Market Square. Cross the border into Germany and continue to the city of Berlin! The German capital rose in power under Nazi rule leading up to the Second World War and then endured division during the Cold War, which is symbolised in the infamous Berlin Wall. Reminders of the past are everywhere, but Berlin has been reborn and is filled with vibrant modern culture today. Take a driving tour through the city and see some famous landmarks, including Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie.

  • Day 16 Day 16: Berlin: Free Day
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Berlin: Free Day

      Today is a free day in Berlin. Revisit some of the sights from yesterday's driving tour, or strike out on your own to discover more of the city for yourself. Alternatively, choose to join the fascinating Berlin tour for a trip into the past. For an incredible bird's eye view of the city, head up the Berlin TV tower - located close to Alexanderplatz, it has become an icon of the capital. If you fancy some museum action, head over to museum island, a collection of five world-famous museums in the heart of Berlinโ€™s city centre. Want to let your hair down after a day of exploring? Berlin has you covered, offering an incredibly vibrant nightlife complete with bars, clubs and shows - from theatre to cabaret.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Berlin - Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Berlin - Amsterdam

      After breakfast, itโ€™s time to say goodbye to Berlin and travel back to the Netherlands, enjoying the beautiful German and Dutch landscapes during the drive. Arrive back at the Amsterdam hotel for tonight, and the evening is free to do as you wish. To celebrate the last night of the tour, and say farewell to your tour leader, driver and fellow passengers, join in for the optional farewell dinner.

  • Day 18 Day 18: End Of Tour In Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: End Of Tour In Amsterdam

      Today, the tour concludes after breakfast. By now, you will have enjoyed 18 days on tour, visiting amazing countries and making unforgettable memories! Be sure to share your contact details with your fellow travellers. We hope you've enjoyed your Northern Explorer Tour as much as we have!

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 80

Minors from 10 to 17 years must be accompained by an adult during the experience.

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